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An alcohol rehabilitation program or counseling may be necessary to break the alcohol addiction. Management of the complications of chronic liver disease may be needed.
Support Groups:
The stress of illness can often be helped by joining a support group where members share common experiences and problems. See alcoholism - support group and liver disease - support group.
Expectations (prognosis):
Continued excessive drinking is associated with a shorter life expectancy. The probable outcome is poor if drinking continues.
Complications:
- bleeding esophageal varices
- portal hypertension
- hepatic encephalopathy
Calling your Health Care Provider:
- Call your health care provider if symptoms suggestive of alcoholic liver disease develop.
- Call your health care provider if symptoms develop after prolonged or heavy drinking or if you are concerned that drinking may be damaging your health.
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