Have you been told you have a ‘fatty liver’?

We’re seeking input from people with lived experience of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), the most common form of ‘fatty liver disease’.

MASLD is also known as metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MAFLD) and was previously called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). In this survey, we use the term MASLD to refer to this disease.

If you have been diagnosed with MASLD, or care for someone who has, we’d like to understand your experience – how it was detected, the information and support received, and what you think policy makers should know.

By sharing your experience, you’ll help inform LiverWELL’s future advocacy work, including policy positions, government submissions, and funding proposals, to improve care and support for people living with MASLD in Australia.

The survey takes 10–15 minutes to complete.

Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is the most common form of steatotic liver disease (also known as fatty liver disease), a condition where fat builds up in the liver.

It can increase the risk of serious health conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and liver complications.

The good news is that early stages can often be managed – and even reversed – with the right support.

For general information about MASLD, you can call LiverLine on 1800 703 003, Monday to Friday from 9 am–5 pm. LiverLine is our free, confidential and non-judgemental phone service that provides information, support and referrals around general liver health, hepatitis and other liver conditions.

If you would like advice or a more tailored discussion about your personal health, we encourage you to speak with your GP or a qualified healthcare professional.

Some of the questions in this survey may bring up difficult thoughts or feelings. If you feel distressed or would like to talk to someone for support, you can contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 (Australia) or visit www.lifeline.org.au for online chat and other resources.