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Hello, i am 31 and have drink pretty heavily since my mid 20s. im female and scared that i have cirrhosis. i have no symptoms right now but mild pain in my right back. is it likely?

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Dr. Siatta Dunbar answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

Cirrhosis is something that is diagnosed through lab work and additional tests. If you are engaging in heavy alcohol use that does put you at risk for a variety of health complications. Here is additional information: https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/alcohol-use.htm. I would recommend seeing your doctor to discuss this further and to determine if additional testing is needed.

Answered 1/21/2023

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Generally, the symptoms of alcohol’s effects on the liver are mild until the liver is fairly Substantially damaged. The best way to tell is to see your doctor for possible blood tests and maybe an ultrasound of the liver. In the meantime, it is very important to cut back or try to quit alcohol ingestion. Good luck.

Answered 1/27/2023

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