Emerging issue of non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease in UAE

There has been up to a 40 % increase in the pervasiveness of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in UAE through past few years.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease refers to an unusual buildup of fat in the liver of an individual who consumes little or no alcohol. The condition does not only damage the organ but can lead to some serious complications and pain. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is increasingly, prevalent in every corner of the world. However, due to epidemic levels of obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus, 1 in 3 adults in UAE riske fatty liver disease.

In this article, I am going to put light on some common symptoms  & causes, of NAFLD and an upcoming Hepatology conferences event in UAE 2018, that practitioners should look for.

 Common symptoms

                                             

The disease often doesn’t cause outward symptoms but, when signs are present--they generally include:

• Pain in the right side of abdomen
• Enlarged liver
• Jaundice
• Enlargement of blood vessels
• Fatigue
• Swollen belly

Common Causes

The accurate causes of NAFLD are still not clear. Doctors reveal that there is a link between the resistance of insulin hormone & NAFLD. When the muscles & tissues require glucose for the energy, insulin basically helps our cells to absorb glucose from the blood. It also helps liver to grasp excess glucose. When the body gets insulin resistance,  cells do not respond to the insulin hormone in the way they should. In this way, several layers of fat start getting deposited in the liver that makes liver to scar. Remember, scarrer your liver would be, the less proper would it be working.

Helpful CME for healthcare practitioners

In an upcoming health care medical event in UAE, to be held on 22nd of February 2019, (organized by Focus Gulf) healthcare experts will be discussing emerging challenges & cutting-edge solutions to this emerging issue in UAE. If you’re a liver-specialist, sign up for the event & get a chance to collaborate with high-level field maven through and interactive session.

Cutting-Edge Information About Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease

It is of no surprise that alcohol consumption builds up fat in the liver.  However, fatty tissues can also build up inside the lever of people who drink negligible to none. Building up of fats in the liver not only damages the organ but can lead to serious complications. This and a range of liver conditions lie under the umbrella of Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease  (NAFLD).

NAFLD is increasingly common in people of all age groups in every corner of the world.

SYMPTOMS

Apparently, there are no obvious symptoms of NAFLD but, when signs are present--they mostly include:

• Abdominal pain ( upper right side)
• Liver gets enlarged
• Fatigue
• Swollen belly

CAUSES

The absolute causes of NAFLD are still blurred. Experts reveal that there is a connection between the resistance of insulin hormone & NAFLD. When our muscles & tissues require glucose to get the energy, insulin basically helps cells to absorb glucose from the blood. This hormone also helps lever to store excess glucose. When our body gets insulin resistance, our cells do not respond to the insulin hormone in the right way. Thus layers of fat make room in the liver which can lead to liver scarring. Remember, the more scarred your liver would be, the less proper would it be functioning.

PREVENTION

To lessen the threat of NAFLD, you should consider adopting the following habits:

• Increase your physical activity.
• Get your liver checked by the doctor at least thrice a year.
• Adopt a healthy diet & lifestyle and increase your plant-based food, especially whole grains & healthy fats.
• Maintain a healthy weight especially if you are overweight or obese.

In an upcoming medical event in Abu Dhabi, UAE, organized by Focus Gulf to be held on 22nd of February 2019, experts will be discussing emerging challenges & cutting-edge solutions to this life-threatening issue. If you’re a medical practitioner, sign up & get a chance to collaborate with high-level field maven.

(Find the complete list of UAE medical conferences 2018-19 here)

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