27/10/2025
From Fat to Failure: 4 Stages of Fatty Liver You Must Know
1️⃣ Simple Fatty Liver (Steatosis)
Fat starts building up in liver cells — usually due to obesity, poor diet, or alcohol. It’s an early, reversible stage if lifestyle changes are made in time.
2️⃣ NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis)
The liver becomes inflamed and damaged. Fat accumulation now causes cell injury and swelling, increasing the risk of scarring.
3️⃣ Fibrosis
Scar tissue begins to form around damaged areas. The liver still functions, but its performance slowly declines. Regular monitoring is vital at this stage.
4️⃣ Cirrhosis
Extensive scarring replaces healthy liver tissue. The liver hardens and fails to function properly — leading to liver failure or even cancer.
