What are the symptoms of alcoholic hepatitis?

The symptoms of alcoholic hepatitis can range from mild to severe and may include:

Jaundice: Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes due to the buildup of bilirubin, a waste product that is normally excreted by the liver.

Nausea and vomiting: Feeling sick and vomiting, often with a loss of appetite.

Abdominal pain: Pain or discomfort in the upper right abdomen, where the liver is located.

Fatigue and weakness: Feeling tired and weak, with decreased energy levels.

Swelling in the legs and ankles: Fluid retention, or edema, caused by the decreased production of proteins that regulate fluid balance in the body.

Mental confusion and disorientation: Difficulty thinking clearly, confusion, and disorientation, which can be a sign of liver damage and the accumulation of toxins in the brain.

Bleeding: Easy bruising and bleeding, including nosebleeds and gastrointestinal bleeding, due to the decreased production of clotting factors by the liver.

In severe cases, alcoholic hepatitis can lead to liver failure, a life-threatening condition that requires immediate medical attention. The symptoms of liver failure can include:

* Severe jaundice

* Mental confusion and disorientation

* Ascites, or a buildup of fluid in the abdomen

* Swelling in the legs and ankles

* Nausea and vomiting

* Fatigue and weakness

* Bleeding

* Coma