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How common is nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in the general population and how often does it develop into cirrhosis in the non drinker?

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NAFLD: Fairly common. Unlikely to result in cirrhosis without additional injury.

Answered 8/8/2016

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A member asked:

How common is nonalcoholic fatty liver disease in the general population and how often does it develop into cirrhosis in the non drinker?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alexandre Furman answered

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