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"When it comes to alcohol consumption, there is no safe amount that does not affect health," the WHO stated in a recent statement published in The Lancet Public Health.
“I frequently encounter patients who say that they drink only beer and do not consider beer to be alcohol,” says Dr. Sanjiv Saigal, MD, DM, DNB, MAMS, MRCP, FRCP, FINASL, CCST (UK), Principal Director and Head, Hepatology & Liver Transplant, Max Hospital, Saket. It is critical to take note of that lager utilization is comparable to polishing off some other kind of liquor.
The kind of liquor, for example, lager, whisky, rum, gin and so on. occupy the same category as alcoholic beverages. Important is the alcohol's percentage weight to volume ratio. For instance - the substance of liquor in lager is around 5%, though in whisky it is 40%; more grounded brew has a higher liquor content. One should also know what "one standard drink" is, which, regardless of the container size or type of alcohol (beer, wine, or whiskey), is roughly equivalent to 10 grams.
Dr Neeraj Kumar Tulara - General Medication and Irresistible sickness trained professional, Dr. LH Hiranandani Clinic, Powai further adds, "I frequently experience inquiries from patients who accept that brew isn't really made into liquor because of its low liquor content contrasted with different refreshments. Nonetheless, it is essential to make it clear that beer does contain alcohol and can be harmful to your health. Any kind of alcohol has the same effect on the body. It has the potential to hinder thinking, planning, and decision-making. Like any other type of alcohol, excessive consumption can be harmful to one's health. An increased risk of liver damage, addiction, cardiovascular problems, and certain cancers are among these dangers.
Why is alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) difficult to diagnose?
Doctors and experts frequently state that alcohol-related liver issues are difficult to diagnose. Additionally, the condition rapidly worsens. However, why so? The consultant physician at Godrej Memorial Hospital in Mumbai, Dr. Adrita Banerjee, MD, explains, "Unfortunately, the symptoms of ARLD only appear when the liver is severely damaged." Swelling in the legs, ankles, or abdomen, confusion or drowsiness, blood in the stool, and yellowish discoloration of the eyes and skin are some of the symptoms. As a result, if a patient does not have regular preventative health exams, it can be difficult to diagnose fatty liver caused by alcohol.
Another significant component is disavowal of the individual tending to drink too much. It defers conclusion. Patients offer justifications and explanations for the quantity and frequency of their alcohol consumption. On driving inquiries, particularly when went with family, they feel doubtful to open up and recognize the utilization as an issue. This thusly represents a test to the doctor to repeat the harm the utilization can cause to the person over the long haul."
"First of all, the level of alcohol that causes damage to the liver and other organs in the body varies from person to person, and some people can develop damage even at a lower level of alcohol drinking," Dr. Sanjiv adds.
It is essential to keep in mind that some of the cells in our livers, or hepatocytes, undergo degeneration whenever they filter alcohol. The liver has an excellent capacity to regenerate cells and produce new cells; however, prolonged alcohol abuse will reduce the liver's capacity to regenerate cells, resulting in permanent damage to the liver's structure and function. Even those who drink moderately on a daily basis often struggle with alcohol addiction. As a result, the consumption may continue unnoticed until it begins to present a significant health risk. Thus " No measure of liquor is protected", cautions Dr Aditya.
Indications of liquor related liver illness to keep an eye out for incorporate…
Now and again the primary side effects of alcoholic greasy liver can be unpretentious and barely noticeable, particularly in the beginning phases. However, Dr. Neeraj points out that there are a few signs and symptoms that can point to alcoholic fatty liver disease, so it's important to not rule it out. Fatigue and weakness are frequent signs of fatty liver disease, which can be caused by a number of different things. Due to fat accumulation, the liver swells, causing pain and discomfort in the right upper abdomen. Loss of hunger can prompt a misfortune in craving and weight reduction, and unexpected weight reduction can happen. Jaundice is a relatively late symptom of severe liver damage, and when the liver is damaged, the skin and eyes may appear yellow. Despite the fact that liver disease is frequently associated with weight gain, some people with alcoholic fatty liver may experience unexplained weight loss. Even if you don't make major dietary or exercise changes, you can lose weight this way.
Godrej Memorial Hospital recently launched the Health Genometer Smart plan, which uses exome analysis to identify and stratify individuals based on their genetic makeup for risk of future diseases. Liquor dependence characteristic as well as non alcoholic greasy liver illness quality can be distinguished at a beginning phase throughout everyday life and satisfactory way of life and dietary changes too as clinical administration can find out ending the sickness movement.