skinleisons from alchol
Alcoholic liver disease occurs after years of excessive drinking. Heavy drinking can be merely a few days each week such as on the weekend. Alcohol causes inflammation of the liver. Scarring and cirrhosis occur over time. Cirrhosis is the final stage of this devastating disease.
Chances for disease increase over time and with amount of alcohol consumption. One needn’t be a ‘drunk’ to get alcoholic liver disease. It is more common in some families and women are more prone than men.
Symptoms vary based on stage of disease and may not present at all in early stages. symptoms tend to worsen after a bout of drinking. Most symptoms are neural or digestive, but skin symptoms are common as well:
- jaundice – yellow skin or eyes
- red spider veins
- dark or pale skin
- red feet or hands
- itching
Medical professionals can give exams and tests. Treatments include:
- total cessation
- rehab programs, counseling or support groups
- vitamins such as B-complex and folic acid
- liver transplant
Drinking shortens life span and increases the risks of bleeding, brain alterations, and severe liver damage. Outcome is very poor with continued alcohol consumption. Contact a physician or other care provider immediately.
