Problem
Alcoholic hepatitis
Nature:
Alcoholic hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by alcohol consumption. It may be acute or chronic. In the latter case, heavy alcohol use over a period of time can lead to alcoholic fatty liver, a type of steatohepatitis. Alcoholic hepatitis can lead to liver scarring and cirrhosis, and very frequently occurs in alcoholics who already have cirrhosis of the liver.
Incidence:
The patient who presents with alcoholic hepatitis is usually a chronic drinker with a recent episode of exceptionally heavy consumption. About 35% of problem drinkers will develop advanced liver disease.
Broader Problems:
Steatohepatitis Aggravates:
Cirrhosis of the liver Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
15.04.2021 – 06:08 CEST