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How much time does it take to get cirrhosis with alcohol?

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Dr. Enrique Molina answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

It depends: depends on the amount of alcohol, male vs female (females more sensitive to alcohol damage). it usually takes a few years.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/13/2018

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