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Process in which alcohol enters the boloodstream?
In the liver from hepatocytes (liver cells) in to the Hepatic sinusoids.
How might the liver cells of an alcoholic differ from those of a moderate imbiber or nondrinker?
The liver cells of an alcoholic may show signs of inflammation, fatty deposits, and scarring due to the excessive alcohol consumption. In contrast, the liver cells of a moderate drinker or nondrinker are less likely to exhibit these changes as they have not been exposed to as much alcohol-related damage.
Does your liver produce red blood cells in case of adults?
In case of the fetus, liver produces red blood cells. Red blood cells are produced by flat bones in case of adults. Given a challenge to produce the extra red blood cells, the liver may start producing red blood cells in adults also, as a last resort.
Is the liver composed of the body cells?
Yes, the liver is composed of liver cells called hepatocytes. In addition to hepatocytes, the liver also contains other specialized cells such as Kupffer cells, stellate cells, and endothelial cells.
What are the cells that make up the liver?
there are penitential cells in the liver, -narb
What is the long term name for when alcohol damages the liver cells?
Cirrhosis
What dos alcohol do to your lungs?
nothing, it damages your liver,
What does alcohol do to the body's system?
damages it, targeting the liver.
What does alcohol do to the body from a health perspective?
Well, for one, it damages your liver severely. However, if you drink too much, it may also result in loss of brain cells.
What are the effects of alcohol on a previously damaged liver?
Alcohol can have negative consequences for the liver, particularly a liver that has been previously damaged.Since the liver is responsible for metabolizing alcohol, forcing it to metabolize alcohol further is like asking someone who is nearly blind to read a small sign at a distance--difficult to do.Liver problems associated with chronic alcohol consumption include:1. Fatty liver- alcohol causes the accumulation of fat in the liver cells. Most liver cells die as a result of fat being stored in them2. Hepatitis- inflammation of the liver from the use of alcohol, which can result in liver failure3. Cirrhosis of the liver- alcohol kills liver cells. It causes the development of scar tissues on the liver, leading to liver failure.
Why are so many alchoholics signed up for liver transplants?
Alcohol damages the liver ~ Therefore a transplant is needed if this hapens.
Is drinking alcohol bad for health?
yes because it damages your lungs, liver and brain
How much alcohol is safe when taking fluconazole?
No, you want to avoid alcohol with this medicine. Fluconazole has been known to cause liver damage in some cases. Alcohol damages the liver in all cases. You don't want to run the risk of further liver damage by drinking while you are taking this medicine.
Process in which alcohol enters the boloodstream?
In the liver from hepatocytes (liver cells) in to the Hepatic sinusoids.
Why do alcoholics get yellow skin?
Because excess alcohol use damages the liver. And jaundice(turning yellow) is a common sign of liver damage.
What organs of the body are most affected by too much alcohol?
liver. too much alcohol damages the liver. if too much damage is done. the whole body may start to detoriate.
Is achaol a drug?
I believe you mean alcohol. In which case, yes it is. It is a drug which affects your brain's cognitive functions. You liver tries to break down alcohol using enzymes. Taking too much alcohol damages your brain and liver.
