Fatty liver disease in children is increasingly recognised as a significant pediatric health concern worldwide. It develops quietly, often without symptoms, and is frequently detected incidentally during routine check-ups. While diet and weight are commonly discussed, growing evidence shows that daily routines, prolonged sitting, academic stress, and reduced physical activity—much of which is shaped by […]
Fatty liver disease in kids, now called MASLD in Children, is when extra fat builds up in a child’s liver, often linked to weight gain and sugar problems in the body. Unlike the basic info from our earlier blog, this deeper look covers why it acts differently in kids, smart new ways to spot it […]
What is MASLD in children? Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease in children has emerged as a significant global health concern and one of the common causes of chronic liver disease in children and adults. The global prevalence in the general pediatric population is 3%–10%. MASLD, or Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease, is a condition […]
