Liver disease from alcohol symptoms

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  Hepatitis is any kind of inflammation (a reaction which can include swelling and pain) of the liver. Hepatitis has many causes, including viruses (type of germ), drugs, chemicals and alcohol, and even one’s own immune system attacking the liver. At this time, there are five viruses known to affect the liver in particular.

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• [DOC File]NON-ALCOHOLIC FATTY LIVER DISEASE

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  non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (nafld) Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease is a term used to describe the accumulation of fat in the liver of people who drink little or no alcohol. NAFLD is common and, for most people, causes no signs and symptoms and no complications.

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• [DOC File]Title: Challenges in Managing Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome ...

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  Liver disease (fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis) Pancreatitis (abdominal pain, ↑ pancreas enzymes e.g. amylase) Nervous system impairment: Central (confusion, cerebellar damage) Peripheral (neuropathy e.g. “pins+ needles” in hands/feet) Laboratory investigations: (Slide 19)

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• Alcohol Consumption and Liver Disease - ScholarSphere

  Fatty liver disease, or steatosis, is known to be the earliest stage of alcohol-related liver disease with generally no symptoms, but individuals may feel fatigue or abdominal discomfort from the liver being enlarged (Healthline, 2012).

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• [DOCX File]Patient Handouts - Redemption Psychiatry, LLC

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  Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had hepatitis or liver disease. If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop taking naltrexone and call your doctor immediately: excessive tiredness,unusual bleeding or bruising, loss of appetite, pain in the upper right part of your stomach that lasts more than a few days, light-colored bowel ...

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• [DOC File]Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism - Webs

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  Alcohol abuse is a disease that involves desire for alcohol and continuing to drink even when faced with alcohol-related job, legal, social, health, or family problems. Alcohol abuse can progress to alcoholism. Alcoholism is a condition in which the individual is physically dependent on the effects of alcohol to avoid symptoms of withdrawal. Causes

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• [DOCX File](Acamprosate, Naltrexone, Disulfiram in AUD)

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  Liver disease including hepatitis C Other medical conditions potentially exacerbated or complicated by drinking (e.g., pancreatitis, congestive heart failure) Medications with clinically important interactions with alcohol or intoxication (e.g., warfarin, metronidazole)

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• [DOC File]CARING FOR THE PATIENT WITH A HISTORY OF ALCOHOL ABUSE

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  Alcohol abuse is one of the leading causes of such serious diseases as esophageal cancer, liver disease, pancreatitis, and gastrointestinal bleeding. Alcohol abuse is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents, homicides, and suicides. Drinking while pregnant can cause fetal alcohol syndrome which can cause of fetal alcohol syndrome.

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• [DOCX File]Medical Management of Alcohol Withdrawal

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  A history of previous episodes of alcohol withdrawal. A history of previous alcohol withdrawal seizures or other serious withdrawal symptoms. A current admission for an alcohol related reason. A previous history of an alcohol related condition e.g. alcoholic hepatitis, alcoholic cardiomyopathy, pancreatitis, oesophageal varices, and liver disease.

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• [DOCX File]Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) – from www.nhs.uk

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  alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD), NAFLD is not caused by drinking too much alcohol. ... Symptoms of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) There are not usually any symptoms of NAFLD in the early stages. You probably will not know you have it unless it's diagnosed during tests carried out for another reason.

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• [DOC File]SAMPLE ADULT CD ASSESSMENT

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  A. Current Signs and Symptoms of Withdrawal (DSM-IV TR) Alcohol Withdrawal – Must meet all 4 Criteria to be considered withdrawal Cessation of (or reduction in) alcohol use that has been heavy and prolonged.

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• [DOC File]Alcohol Rehabilitation and Treatment

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  In the United States, Alcohol-induced liver disease (ALD) is a main cause of illness and death. Fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis and cirrhosis are the most common of ALDs. In many cases treatment options are limited and condition can be fatal. In pregnant women, alcohol causes a very dangerous situation called Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS).

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• [DOC File]ALCOHOL WITHDRAWAL: PATHPHYSIOLOGY, DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

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  G. Genetics of Alcohol Withdrawal:Association Studies: Slide14. 1. AD patients differ in AWpredisposition even drinking similar amounts14. 2. There is a predisposition tocomplications of heavy drinking (e.g., alcoholic liver disease) independentfrom genes predisposing to AD15,16 . 3.

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• [DOC File]ALCOHOLIC LIVER DISEASE

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  Quantity and duration of alcohol are the most important risk factors involved in the development of alcoholic liver disease. The threshold of developing alcoholic liver disease in men is an intake of >60-80 g/d of alcohol for 10yrs while in women are at increased risk of developing similar degrees of liver injury by consuming 20-40 g/d.

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