Question 1

after alcoholic fatty liver reverses, is drinking actually dangerous? i don't see myself never having beers with the guys or wine with my wife.

Accepted Answer

Potentially yes: Drinking leads to fatty liver, which is reversible once you stop drinking, if there is no scarring already. For you to know if there is scarring in the liver you would need a liver biopsy. Alcoholic fatty liver can then turn into cirrhosis, which is non-reversible. You can probably get away with a drink every now and then, but nothing on a daily / regular basis.

Question 2

health studies suggest men drink 1-2 glasses of wine a day.  i drink 1.5 (split the difference). can this habit increase risk of fatty liver?

Accepted Answer

Not per se: Hi. The amount you drink is good for you (and sure makes for a nice dinner with your partner!). It will not put you at risk for fatty liver in the absence of comorbid conditions like type 2 diabetes, or bad genes. To your good health, cheers!

Question 3

is it ok to drink 2 glasses of wine/wk if you have fatty liver? don't know how serious mine is, but docs don't think i need biopsy b/c normal levels

Accepted Answer

You could ask this: question to 10 different doctors and probably get at least 5 different answers. There would be no scientific study done that measures the effects of 2 glasses of wine per week vs. none. The point is to avoid liver toxins; alcohol is a common one. Two glasses a week isn't very much. One camp would say why do it if there is a chance it could hurt, even a little. Others, that much likely won't matter

Question 4

drink 8 ounces (1.5 glasses) of red wine daily for health benefits per medical studies. can the long-term effects of this cause fatty liver?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps: depends on individual and other factors. 8 ounces daily is somewhat "generous" re: health benefits of wine.

Question 5

why would i have a fatty liver at 29. i do not drink?

Accepted Answer

Talk w/Doctor: Many things can cause this: diet, recent infection, certain medications (alcohol as you mention), inflammatory...Should ask your doctor, and after a good history & exam, then may get some specialized labs and/or refer you to gastroenterologist.

Question 6

i got fatty liver disease can i drink?

Accepted Answer

No!!!: The drinking could have given you the fatty liver to begin with. And even if that's not the case, you can't drink alcohol if your liver is already challenged by some illness.

Question 7

is it possible for me to drink near beers with a fatty liver?

Accepted Answer

Go ahead: The fact that you're willing to drink only minimally-alcoholic drinks tells me that you're not a problem drinker and that your fatty liver may have a different cause. I trust hepatitis c and wilson's have been ruled out. The most common cause of fatty liver nowadays is lack of sufficient exercise for your body's genetic need. Why drink near-beer when you could be hitting the gym like a maniac?

Question 8

could you tell me how much drinking does it take to get fatty liver disease?

Accepted Answer

Depends : On how much damage your liver got from other conditions, such as hepatitis, elevated lipids, or other toxins besides alcohol.  Surprisingly little in some people.  And some people manage to get fatty liver even without drinking alcohol.

Question 9

i have a fatty liver with chronic mild elevated alt. i never stopped drinking like i was supposed to.. is this bad?

Accepted Answer

Fatty liver: You are only 21 and have fatty liver?  This is not good.  The fat in the liver is likely causing a low grade damage, which is why the alt is elevated.  Alcohol is simply one more insult, and should be avoided. You don't want cirrhosis.  Weight loss and control of other metabolic problems is very important.  Also, you need to make sure there is not some other cause of the liver problems.

Question 10

my alt level is 66 range is less than 46. ive a fatty liver. i drink once a week and that one day is little heavy. will this cause any chronic problem?

Accepted Answer

Listen buddy: Drinking that is "a little heavy" is like being "a little bit pregnant". I think you realize that it's time to stop, before you become addicted and you lose the ability to stop. This is a common pattern that usually ends in trouble. Especially if you have anxiety and depression, alcohol will make this worse. It's not worth it. Find something meaningful -- spirituality? fitness? -- in its place.

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Is it ok to drink 2 glasses of wine/wk if you have fatty liver? don't know how serious mine is, but docs don't think i need biopsy b/c normal levels

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Drink 8 ounces (1.5 glasses) of red wine daily for health benefits per medical studies. can the long-term effects of this cause fatty liver?

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Why would i have a fatty liver at 29. i do not drink?

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I got fatty liver disease can i drink?

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Is it possible for me to drink near beers with a fatty liver?

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Could you tell me how much drinking does it take to get fatty liver disease?

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I have a fatty liver with chronic mild elevated alt. i never stopped drinking like i was supposed to.. is this bad?

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My alt level is 66 range is less than 46. ive a fatty liver. i drink once a week and that one day is little heavy. will this cause any chronic problem?

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