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10. Brain Dysfunction

Long-term alcohol overuse is the most likely contributor to hepatic encephalopathy, a brain disorder. In alcoholic fatty liver disease, for example, liver impairment means the organ cannot neutralize toxic by-products like ammonia. These accumulate in the bloodstream and reach the brain, causing symptoms such as forgetfulness, mood swings, and difficulty with small hand movements. This condition is 70 percent more likely to develop in cases of severe liver cirrhosis, although it occurs in individuals with fatty liver, too.

Recognizing Hepatic Steatosis: 10 Signs of a Fatty Liver the-lightwriter / Getty Images
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