A liver problem can be present for years without causing pain or other obvious symptoms. MASLD is closely connected to metabolic health, which means it often appears alongside conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol levels. The good news is that finding it before advanced scarring develops creates an opportunity to protect both liver and heart health. On this page What does MASLD mean? MASLD and MASH Risk factors and possible symptoms How MASLD is investigated Treatment and everyday care When to seek prompt medical care What Does MASLD Mean? MASLD stands for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease and is usually pronounced “maz-uld”. It is the current name for the condition previously called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD. The updated name ...