Patient's question:
Doctor, my husband's grandfather was carefully diagnosed with alcoholic liver disease. Does this disease interfere with the family?Doctor's answer:
Alcoholic liver disease does not have a genetic component, so patients and their families need not worry too much. It is sufficient to focus all their efforts on treatment. Treatment for alcoholic liver disease must be carried out in large, reputable liver disease hospitals. Alcoholic liver disease is a type of liver disease caused by excessive alcohol consumption over a long period, leading to increased liver function. It is different from viral hepatitis. Alcoholic hepatitis must be treated promptly and in coordination with healthcare providers, otherwise it can progress to cirrhosis and eventually liver cancer. The first step is to abstain from alcohol. Additionally, dietary management is crucial—avoid overeating, and do not consume spicy or liver-damaging foods. Instead, eat plenty of fresh vegetables and fruits.