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Liver Disease: Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Causes
Liver disease is the 11th leading U.S. cause of death (~48,000 deaths in 2019). More common in men; risk increases with age.
Common Types
- Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD): Fat buildup; affects ~25% of U.S. adults.
- Alcoholic liver disease (ALD): Excessive alcohol consumption.
- Hepatitis B & C: Viral infections causing liver damage.
- Cirrhosis: Late-stage scarring leading to liver failure.
Early detection improves treatability. See a doctor for symptoms: fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, jaundice (yellow skin/eyes).
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