Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is a liver condition often linked to metabolic health issues like obesity, diabetes, and high cholesterol. Diagnosing MASH can be challenging! There is no single test that provides a definitive diagnosis. It is also commonly called a “silent disease,” because in its… Continue reading Navigating Liver Health: The Tests That Can Detect MASH
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Debunking Myths: MASH Isn’t Just a Weight Issue
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There can be a lot of confusion or uncertainty around certain health conditions. A huge amount of information is immediately accessible on the internet, but this can sometimes muddy the water. When it comes to a condition like metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), certain myths have become… Continue reading Debunking Myths: MASH Isn’t Just a Weight Issue
Why Liver Scarring from MASH Can Be Life Threatening
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA What do you know about the liver? One of our vital organs, the liver plays a key role in keeping the body healthy. It processes nutrients, stores energy, and removes toxins from the blood. Most people think about the liver as it relates to drinking, and… Continue reading Why Liver Scarring from MASH Can Be Life Threatening
Progress Over Perfection: When New Year’s Resolutions Need Adjustment
Are you one of thousands of Americans who have set a goal of losing weight in 2025? The start of a new year often inspires fresh ambitions, and weight loss is a popular resolution. However, the pressure to meet these goals can lead to mental health issues! If you have set weight loss as a… Continue reading Progress Over Perfection: When New Year’s Resolutions Need Adjustment
How MASH Progresses: Cirrhosis, Cancer, and Liver Transplants
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) is a serious liver condition that, if left untreated or poorly managed, can lead to severe complications like liver cirrhosis, liver cancer, and the need for a liver transplant. But how does it get to that stage? What can you do, if… Continue reading How MASH Progresses: Cirrhosis, Cancer, and Liver Transplants
Understanding MASH: The Threat of Fatty Liver Inflammation
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA MASH, or metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis, is a serious condition that affects the liver. It is part of a broader category of liver diseases called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). MASLD happens when fat builds up in the liver because of factors like obesity, high blood… Continue reading Understanding MASH: The Threat of Fatty Liver Inflammation
The Silent Threat of MASLD
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is a liver condition gaining attention for its prevalence and potential severity. MASLD is often called a “silent” condition, sometimes progressing without symptoms until it causes significant damage. At this point, it can be hard to manage and potentially impossible… Continue reading The Silent Threat of MASLD
When to Get Tested for MASH: Key Signs and Symptoms
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA There is a condition that experts estimate around 22 million Americans are living with today. A condition that is the fastest growing cause of liver transplants and is often undiagnosed! Called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), this is a liver disease that many people are unaware of.… Continue reading When to Get Tested for MASH: Key Signs and Symptoms
Support Networks for Parents Managing CAH
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Navigating life with a diagnosis of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) can be challenging, especially for parents managing their child’s care. CAH is a lifelong condition that needs ongoing medical attention, emotional support, and informed decision-making. Support networks play a key role in helping people cope with… Continue reading Support Networks for Parents Managing CAH
Talking to Your Child With CAH About Dating
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Navigating the world of dating can be challenging for any teenager. For children with congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), there are some added layers of complexity. As a parent, it is important to approach this topic with understanding, patience, and honesty. You are trying to give your… Continue reading Talking to Your Child With CAH About Dating