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Stepfather drinks three pints of bourbin a day. the last month he throws up any food he eats and really hasnt eatin for a week. is he dying?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Could be: He really needs to see a doctor. He could have an ulcer or liver disease from the alcohol abuse. Please encourage him to see a doctor as soon as possible.

Answered 5/26/2015

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Could be....: He's an alcoholic, compensated or not. Cirrhosis may be present, as well as esophageal varices. Chronic alcoholic gastritis is likely present as well. He needs medical help, and family intervention!

Answered 5/25/2015

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Alcoholism : End stage alcoholism is a very difficult disease. at this stage you can only be supportive and encourage him to get help.

Answered 8/12/2015

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