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Alcoholic Liver Cirrhosis Learning Center

Causes could include:
Cirrhosis is caused by chronic liver disease. Common causes of chronic liver disease in the United States include:
Source:ADAM
Date:October 18, 2009
Long-term alcoholism is the primary cause of cirrhosis in the United States. Men and women respond differently to alcohol. Although most men can safely consume two to five drinks a day, one or two drinks a day can cause liver damage in women. Indi...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
A patient's medical history can reveal illnesses or lifestyles likely to lead to cirrhosis. Liver changes can be seen during a physical examination. A doctor who suspects cirrhosis may order blood and urine tests to measure liver function. Because...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Alcohol use involves drinking alcohol, which is produced by fermenting the starch or sugar in fruits and grains. See also: Alcohol and diet; Alcoholism; Alcohol withdrawal state.
Source:ADAM
Date:January 20, 2009
Alcohol (ethyl alcohol or ethanol) consumption has a social aspect to it, but it is often abused. The effect of alcohol consumption on the body depends on how often it is consumed, how much, and the alcohol content of the drinks. Frequent alcohol ...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Cancer
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