HealthAugust 16, 2026

steatohepatitis

stee-oh-toh-HEP-uh-ty-tus

Definition

A form of chronic liver inflammation caused by the buildup of fat in the liver, often progressing from less severe fatty liver disease.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'stear' (fat) and 'hepar' (liver), combined with the suffix '-itis' which denotes inflammation.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe a severe form of liver disease that MASLD can progress into, highlighting the importance of monitoring liver health.

This 1 Food May Combat Fatty Liver Disease, Hepatologists Say

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