Alcoholic Liver Disease Treatment in Ahmedabad

Alcoholic liver Disease

Compassionate Treatment for Alcohol-Related Liver Disease

What is Alcoholic Liver Disease?

Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD) is liver damage caused by excessive and long-term alcohol consumption. The liver, responsible for filtering toxins and metabolizing alcohol, can become inflamed, scarred, and eventually fail if exposed to too much alcohol over time.

Symptoms of Alcoholic Liver Disease:

Fatigue and weakness
Jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes)
Abdominal pain and swelling
Nausea and loss of appetite
Easy bruising or bleeding
Confusion or mental changes (in severe cases)

Causes of Alcoholic Liver Disease :

How Is Alcoholic Liver Disease Diagnosed?

Medical History: Discuss alcohol use and symptoms.
Physical Exam: Check for signs like jaundice or abdominal swelling.
Blood Tests: Assess liver function and look for elevated liver enzymes
Imaging: Ultrasound or CT scan to evaluate liver size and damage.
Liver Biopsy: Sometimes done to confirm severity of liver injury.

Treatment Options for Alcoholic Liver Disease

Complete abstinence from alcohol to stop further liver damage
Nutritional support including vitamins and a balanced diet
Medications to reduce liver inflammation and manage symptoms
Treatment of complications like infections or fluid buildup
Liver transplant in advanced cases with severe liver failure
Regular monitoring and lifestyle counseling by specialists

Dr.Neil Palkhiwala- Alcoholic Liver Disease Treatment Specialist in Ahmedabad

Dr. Neil Palkhiwala specializes in the diagnosis and management of Alcoholic Liver Disease, offering comprehensive care with advanced tools like Fibroscan and MRCP to assess liver damage. Treatment may include medications to reduce inflammation, manage complications like ascites or variceal bleeding, and support liver function. In severe cases, endoscopic interventions, hospitalization, or evaluation for liver transplantation may be required to ensure patient safety and recovery.

Schedule your Alcoholic Liver Disease care with Dr. Neil Palkhiwala- Director and Head Aryav Multispeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad . Call us to book your appointment or ask any questions to +91 91069 95254

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you repair liver damage from alcohol?

Early-stage liver damage from alcohol, such as fatty liver or mild inflammation, can often be reversed by quitting alcohol, maintaining a healthy diet, and following medical guidance. Advanced damage like cirrhosis may not be fully reversible, but further progression can be managed with treatment.

How long does it take the liver to recover from alcohol?

Recovery depends on the extent of damage. Mild liver damage may improve within weeks to months after stopping alcohol, while more severe cases require long-term medical care. Regular monitoring by a specialist ensures safe recovery.

What are the first stages of alcoholic liver disease?

The first stage is fatty liver (steatosis), where fat accumulates in liver cells. It is often symptom-free but can progress to alcoholic hepatitis and eventually cirrhosis if alcohol consumption continues.

Can you still drink alcohol with cirrhosis of the liver?

No, drinking alcohol with cirrhosis can worsen liver damage, increase complications, and reduce life expectancy. Complete abstinence from alcohol is essential for managing cirrhosis.

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