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Can Alcohol Abuse Cause Liver Damage?

Sir l am regular Dinkins last 14yrs.resently travel many gasto problem. Endoscopy done. Usg done. March this yr. Result normal. But sgot Sgpt high. I take treatment and better. But last few days take drink. Pain in abdomen small and not digest food properly. Sir Pl guide.
posted on Tue, 4 Oct 2016
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Hi & Welcome.
Incomplete data like age, gender, detailed result of liver function tests not available!
Yes alcohol can cause liver damage.
Based on the history and raised liver enzyme (SGOT) you seem to be suffering from liver problem which is causing abdominal pain and indigestion.
Other possibility is gallbladder or pancreatic diseases.
I would advise you to consult a gastroenterologist/physician for further evaluation and treatment.
Since alcohol is proved to be responsible for the diseases of the liver, gallbladder and pancrease, so stop taking alcohol or alcohol containing beverages, smoking, fatty meals or fast and junk foods. Eat home cooked food, increase the intake of fruits and vegetables and do regular exercise.
Best wishes.
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Can Alcohol Abuse Cause Liver Damage?

Hi & Welcome. Incomplete data like age, gender, detailed result of liver function tests not available! Yes alcohol can cause liver damage. Based on the history and raised liver enzyme (SGOT) you seem to be suffering from liver problem which is causing abdominal pain and indigestion. Other possibility is gallbladder or pancreatic diseases. I would advise you to consult a gastroenterologist/physician for further evaluation and treatment. Since alcohol is proved to be responsible for the diseases of the liver, gallbladder and pancrease, so stop taking alcohol or alcohol containing beverages, smoking, fatty meals or fast and junk foods. Eat home cooked food, increase the intake of fruits and vegetables and do regular exercise. Best wishes.