Doctor outlines 7 signs of Alcoholic Liver Disease (ascites, Caput Medusae, jaundice & more)

In this video Dr O'Donovan outlines 7 clinical signs of alcoholic liver disease, including scleral icterus, caput medusae, ascites, spider neavi, and asterixis (aka flapping tremor) -- plus more.

This video contains clinical photographs to facilitate your learning.

Remember these signs are not specific to alcoholic liver disease and can be seen in other forms of liver disease such as Hepatitis.

For a specific video on asterixis (flapping tremor) see:    • Flapping Tremor - Asterixis  

For more information on alcoholic liver disease please see the following resources:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/alcohol...

If you or a person you know are struggling with alcohol addition and live in the UK please access this resource:

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-...

If you live in the USA please see this resource:

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/nati...

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The video is intended as an educational resource only. The information within this video or on this channel isn't designed to replace professional input, so if you have any medical issues please consult a medical provider. No professional relationship is being created by watching this video. Dr. O’Donovan cannot give any individual medical advice. All information should be verified for accuracy by the individual user. Dr O’Donovan accepts no responsibility for individual interpretation of data, although it is always accurate to the best of his knowledge at the time of the video being published.