Liver cirrhosis 'red flag' symptoms to recognise where alcohol is a key factor

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Health experts have revealed five red flag signs of liver cirrhosis that long-time drinkers should be wary of.When it comes to alcohol, some may abstain altogether while others do enjoy a beer now and again.

However, long-term abuse of alcohol can have serious consequences on the body and cause many illnesses.Long-time drinkers should be aware of the signs of a dangerous condition called liver cirrhosis, which is caused by drinking too much over an extended period of time, reports the Mirror.Cirrhosis is is a permanent scaring that causes interference with the liver which in turn damages its functioning.

It is also sometimes known as end-stage liver disease and comes after three differing stages of damage. These include inflammation (hepatitis), fatty deposits (steatosis), and increased stiffness and mild scarring of your liver (fibrosis).In its earliest stages, those dealing with liver damage may not notice it as their body adjusts to deal with reduced liver function.

However, as the liver begins to decline further, it will become a lot more obvious.The NHS states that the illness can be caused by primary biliary cholangitis, problems with your immune system, hereditary conditions, and prolonged use of certain medications.