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Does alcohol drinking cause an enlarged liver?
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Alcohol: Hepatitis and later on cirrhosis of liver.
Answered 4/8/2019
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Yes: Dr ali is correct. In some folks, acute alcohol. Ingestion can temporarily enlarge the liver. This is not usually permanent or dangerous. But drinking to excess is of course a serious problem. See your doctor if you believe your liver is damaged or you have a drinking problem.
Answered 12/9/2013
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