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Can a person with gilbert's syndrome still drink alcohol (1-2 drinks) per day or is it dangerous since bilirubin is already elevated?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Gilbert's syndrome: This is harmless. But excess alcohol can poison anyone's liver. I do not know what size drink you are talking about. 2 Oz a day is max recommended for most but less is better. Any Alcoholics in your family? Beware then due to this but Gilbert's is no worries.

Answered 10/31/2018

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