alcoholic hepatitis

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Alcoholic hepatitis is liver inflammation caused by excessive alcohol consumption. It is a serious condition that can lead to cirrhosis, a scarring of the liver, and even liver cancer.12

While viral hepatitis is caused by specific viruses like A, B, and C, alcoholic hepatitis stems directly from the toxic effects of alcohol on liver cells. Symptoms can include fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and jaundice. The condition can be reversed if caught early and alcohol intake is significantly reduced or stopped. However, if left untreated, it can progress to irreversible liver damage.312

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