Chris, Weight loss can be a symptom of any liver disease. However rapid weight loss , Especially without trying can be a warning sign.Hepatologist warn liver patients (Even those that are obese) to loose weight slowly as rapid weight loss can cause more damage to the liver. Any alcohol can cause liver disease in some people no one knows why some people can drink alot for many years and be OK and others can not. On biopsy alcoholic and Non alcoholic are indistinguishable. The diagnosis on Non alcoholic comes with the Dr interview that the person has not consumed enough alcohol to cause damage. Many researchers believe there is a underlying family tendency toward liver damage. There also tends to be a trend toward insulin resistance, Which you can have even if not diabetic. Most Fatty Liver patients do very well as far as living a normal life. Most however seem to have the right side pain , Nausea and fatigue that troubles other patients with Liver disease. Maintaining a health life is the most important thing you can do for yourself. Eating right , avoiding all alcohol forever, and following your Drs. treatment plan are as essential as being a strong advocate for your self. Keep copies of all test results this can be very useful as time goes by. Remember that even simple Fatty Liver is a life long issue even if you reverse it you will always have to be careful. If you continue to loose weight you should request further work up by your Dr. There can be many causes.  Gail
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