Can be both Acute and Chronic inflammation of the liver

There may be a possibility of necrosis of liver – Induced by Alcohol

In many cases liver diseases can be reversible

80% affected by Alcohol-Induced Liver Disease have consumed alcohol over 5 years

It is commonly seen in individuals prior to cirrhosis.

Hepatic Steatosis (Fatty Liver)

Fatty liver is seen in 10-15% of those who consume over 30g of alcohol daily for over 10 years.

Genetic factors may have some role

Other associated factors are obesity and hepatitis.

Symptoms include:

   -    Enlarged liver
   -    Nausea
   -    Jaundice
   -    Pain
   -    Abdominal tenderness
   -    Encephalopathy
   -    Enlarged spleen
   -    and others

Liver biopsy may be appropriate – findings of fatty liver

CT and MRI may be helpful

Treatment:

   -     Stop consuming alcohol

   -     Nutrition supplements may be necessary – thiamine, folic acid, Vitamins

   -     Corticosteroids

.                 Pentoxfylline – in serious cases

Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome – add thiamine