Can heavy alcohol consumption cause a potential liver disease?

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I have read your query and can understand your concern.

I have thoroughly reviewed your case history and the attached files (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). Here are my observations and recommendations:

1. Your alcohol consumption level is relatively high, and I suggest you consider reducing or discontinuing it. The positive aspect of alcohol-induced liver damage is that it is reversible when alcohol consumption ceases.

2. Your body weight is above the healthy range, putting you at risk of developing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. To address this, I suggest adopting a healthier lifestyle, including avoiding excess calories from high-carbohydrate and high-fat foods, incorporating regular physical activity like walking, and gradually reducing weight. Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is also reversible if addressed early.

3. Both your vitamin B12 and vitamin D levels are deficient, but these deficiencies can be easily corrected through oral supplements of vitamin B12 and vitamin D.

I understand that this situation serves as a wake-up call. However, please do not worry too much. I am optimistic that your health-related issues can be reversed with strict lifestyle modifications. Additionally, I suggest getting an abdominal ultrasound, which can provide more information, especially regarding the quantity of fat in your liver.

I hope this helps.

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