Why mash
screening matters
Early screening and timely treatment are essential in stopping, or even reversing, liver damage from MASH (metabolic dysfunction–associated steatohepatitis).
Most people with MASH are undiagnosed
MASH symptoms can sometimes be hard to detect
MASH symptoms can be vague, nonspecific, or even absent. Some people who reported MASH symptoms prior to getting diagnosed experienced:
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Loss of appetite
Fatigue
Swelling in the abdomen
Because symptoms may not clearly indicate this disease, it's important to be aware of certain risk factors that may increase the likelihood of developing MASH.
~1 out of 3 adults in the United States is living with fatty liver disease
1 in 20 adults in the United States is living with MASH
*Percentages represent combined data from multiple medical studies of people living with fatty liver disease and do not add up to 100%.
Certain people may also be at higher risk for fatty liver disease, which can progress to MASH, like those of Hispanic or Asian descent with specific genetic risk factors.
Screening can expose MASH
Getting screened for MASH gives you the best opportunity for early detection, so you can take action. Why does this matter? When MASH is addressed early, liver damage may be stopped or even reversed.
Some health care professionals refer to MASH as a "silent" disease because many people do not experience symptoms. Even if they do, they may not connect those symptoms to MASH.
Advanced stages of MASH come with potential complications that may be anything but quiet, like liver cancer or liver failure due to cirrhosis. Fortunately, timely screening, detection, and management may help prevent future complications.
For more help navigating the conversation with your doctor, download these discussion guides.
Getting screened for MASH
may be easier than you think
Wondering about your risk for fatty liver disease or if existing fatty liver disease has progressed to MASH?
With the development of noninvasive testing options, it may be easier than you think to test for fatty liver disease and MASH.
Learn if you could be at risk for MASH
See what risk factors and other common conditions are associated with MASH.
The information provided is for educational purposes only.
