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Diagnosed with NAFLD but scan say differently

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I was diagnosed last year - I asked for another ELF test which showed I had gone from moderate to severe - but scan says I don’t show any signs of fatty liver !!!!

I have a call with GP tomorrow what should I be Asking for next ??? Anyone ?

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Ask if there is a possibilty of a fibroscan it will reveal fat content of your liver plus the degree of fibrosis that is present.Ultrasound isn't ideal for spotting fatty liver.

Katie

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Tiaday in reply to AyrshireK

Thankyou

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