Liver tests raise questions about alcohol use in older patient
A 72 year old man reports a routine physical flagged liver concerns after a test implied alcohol use, though he insists he never drinks. The columnist explains liver damage can stem from infections, gallbladder disease, heart failure, or test errors and urges repeating tests.
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