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Understanding Alcohol-Induced Diseases: A Guide for the General Public John, a 45-year-old father of two, always enjoyed a few drinks after work. It seemed harmless until he started feeling fatigued, experiencing abdominal pain, and turning yellow. Rushed to the hospital, John was diagnosed with severe liver disease caused by years of heavy drinking. Shocked and scared, he wished he had known the risks earlier. This article aims to educate everyone on alcohol-induced diseases, to prevent more stories like John’s. 1. What are alcohol-induced diseases? Alcohol-induced diseases are health conditions that develop as a result of excessive alcohol consumption. These conditions can affect various organs and systems in the body, leading to severe health complications and even death if not addressed in time. 2. How does alcohol affect the liver? The liver is crucial for metabolizing alcohol, but it can only process a certain amount at a time. Excessive alcohol intake overwhelms the liver, cau...

Serum Amylase  40 to 140 units per liter (U/L)  Amylase is an enzyme that helps digest carbohydrates. It is made primarily in the pancreas and the glands that make saliva and can be found at low levels in other parts of the body. When the pancreas is diseased or inflamed, it releases increased amounts of amylase into the blood. Normal Results The normal range is 40 to 140 units per litre (U/L) or 0.38 to 1.42 microkat/L (µkat/L). What Abnormal Results Mean Increased blood amylase levels may occur due to: Acute pancreatitis Cancer of the pancreas, ovaries, or lungs Cholecystitis Infection of the salivary glands (such as mumps) or a blockage of the salivary gland duct Intestinal blockage Macroamylasemia Pancreatic or bile duct blockage Perforated ulcer Tubal pregnancy (may have burst open) Viral hepatitis Decreased amylase level may occur due to: Bone fracture Congestive heart failure Damage to the pancreas with pancreatic scarring Gastrointestinal cancer Pregnancy. Veins Veins ...