Non Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & Obesity as an Intermediate Step in Veterans Disability
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- čas přidán 7. 04. 2024
- In this video Leah addresses the issue of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and its connection to obesity in the context of VA disability. She explains that NAFLD is a common liver condition affecting individuals who consume minimal to no alcohol, primarily seen in those who are overweight or obese. This condition, which affects about 25% of the global population and 100 million people in the U.S., can progress to non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), leading to severe liver damage similar to that caused by heavy alcohol use. Leah highlights the importance of recognizing obesity as a contributing factor to NAFLD and discusses various studies on the relationship between obesity, physical inactivity, and NAFLD. She emphasizes the role of weight loss and physical activity in managing NAFLD, referencing guidelines that recommend these as primary treatments. Additionally, she outlines the VA disability ratings for conditions related to NAFLD, stressing the need for a current diagnosis, an in-service event, injury, or illness, and a link between the service event and the current disability.
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This video is an absolute treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration! I'm blown away by the way you articulate complex ideas with such ease and clarity. Your passion for the subject matter is contagious, and it kept me engaged from start to finish. I've taken copious notes and plan to implement your advice into my daily life. Thank you for sharing your expertise and for being an incredible source of motivation. You've earned yourself a dedicated fan, and I can't wait to explore more of your content! ��
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Thank you Ma’am for your help
Thank you for watching!!
Do you have the links posted to the articles you referenced in the video?
No I do not but if you go over to our website and check out the blog on this there may be some links. Or you can just look them up
Can NAFLD be secondary to IBS and other digestive issues and pancreatic issues?
Not that I am aware of but you may want to ask your treating doctor about this
The underline message...EXERCISE 🏋🏽♂️😊
Yes!! Thank you for watching friend!
I am currently service connected for Fatty Liver Disease but recently received a letter for the VA stating that Fatty Liver Disease is not a disability: "We have reviewed your records and the following clear and unmistakable error has been identified: Rating Decision dated October 3, 2023 granted service connection for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (claimed as chronic liver condition to include hepatic steatosis). This was a clear and unmistakable as nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (claimed as chronic liver condition to include hepatic steatosis) is a lab finding and not a service connectable disability for VA purposes.
Therefore, we are proposing to sever service connection for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (claimed as chronic liver condition to include hepatic steatosis) effective the first day of the month following a 60-day period that begins the date following the notice of the final rating decision." Has the criteria changed?
Fatty liver is just a finding so that is likely correct. Fatty liver disease is different. I hope this clarifies