Alcoholism and health

Boychucker

If someone has been drinking EVERY day probably 4-6 shots of vodka for 10 years, what do you think their liver would look like? They haven't seen a doctor for about 8 years, female, 43 years old. She has a doc appt coming up, I'm curious how bad her liver and pancreas will be, also wondering if she'll have cancer. Can anyone here relate?

lyndausvi

It depends on the person.  I had an aunt who drank everyday.  As in took a beer to bed with her.   She also smoked.  A LOT.   Also rarely went to the doctor's.   

The woman lived until well into her 80's.  Had no liver issues at all. No lung issues either.  It was like the alcohol preserved her or something.  We were all shocked.   She ended up dying of heart disease (which runs in the family).

CMGragain

I seldom drink at all, and I have had cancer for the past 10 years. 
I don't understand why you are posting this question here.  It sounds like you could use Al-Anon.

levioosa

Boychucker said:

If someone has been drinking EVERY day probably 4-6 shots of vodka for 10 years, what do you think their liver would look like? They haven't seen a doctor for about 8 years, female, 43 years old. She has a doc appt coming up, I'm curious how bad her liver and pancreas will be, also wondering if she'll have cancer. Can anyone here relate?

OP, based on your other posts, in addition to this one, I think you need professional help.  Go to Al-Anon, go to Nami, and for the love of God, get a therapist.  

To answer your question: every person is different.  I've had patients who drank like fish for decades who have better labs than I do.  And I've had patients who have been alcoholics for less than 5 years and needed liver transplants.  That's not a great amount to be drinking though.  

But seriously.  Get help.  You clearly need it.  

TrixieJess

Depends on the person. Genetics plays a large part in what can happen to your body. 

If you have someone who drinks like that and you are having issues coping, I agree with PPs, please try Al-Anon and therapy.

climbingsingle

Every person is different. My grandfather drank himself to death. My dad drank every day for 20 years, but quit a long time ago. My dad is healthy with no medical issues. 

I also suggest you seek out some therapy or Ala-anon.