This information supports, and does not replace, advice from your healthcare professional.
Overview
Alcohol-related liver disease is liver damage caused by excessive alcohol consumption, which can lead to fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis, or liver failure.
Symptoms
Fatigue and weakness Loss of appetite and weight loss Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes) Swelling of abdomen (ascites) and legs Nausea, vomiting, or confusion in advanced stages
Causes
Excessive and prolonged alcohol consumption Genetic factors increasing susceptibility Concurrent hepatitis infection
Diagnosis
Blood tests to assess liver function Imaging: ultrasound, CT, or MRI Liver biopsy if necessary to determine severity
Treatment
Complete cessation of alcohol Medications to manage inflammation and complications Nutrition and lifestyle support Liver transplant in end-stage liver failure