Diabetic patient get screened for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Why ?

 The American Diabetes Association (ADA) has updated its guidelines to recommend increased screening for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in all adults with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes

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. Here are some reasons why the ADA is recommending this screening:

• NAFLD is a common condition that can lead to serious liver damage
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• People with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes are at higher risk of developing NAFLD
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• Early detection of NAFLD can help prevent further liver damage and complications
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• There are currently no approved medications for NAFLD, but GLP-1 treatments have been singled out as an option doctors could consider
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In summary, the ADA recommends that people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes get screened for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease because it is a common condition that can lead to serious liver damage, and early detection can help prevent further complications.

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