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Liver damage caused by excessive drinking of alcohol is called

A

A.Hepatitis

B

B.Dermatitis

C

C.Liver cirrhosis

D

D.Liver diarrhoea

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks for the term used to describe liver damage caused by excessive alcohol consumption. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Hepatitis - B) Dermatitis - C) Liver Cirrhosis - D) Liver Diarrhea 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Hepatitis**: This refers to inflammation of the liver, which can be caused by various factors including alcohol, but it is not the final stage of liver damage. - **Dermatitis**: This is a skin condition characterized by inflammation or irritation of the skin, and is not related to liver damage. - **Liver Cirrhosis**: This is a chronic condition that results from long-term liver damage, often due to excessive alcohol consumption, leading to scarring and loss of liver function. - **Liver Diarrhea**: This term is not commonly used in medical terminology and refers to acute liver failure which can lead to diarrhea, but it does not specifically denote liver damage from alcohol. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is **C) Liver Cirrhosis**, as it specifically refers to the severe liver damage resulting from prolonged excessive drinking of alcohol. **Final Answer**: Liver damage caused by excessive drinking of alcohol is called **Liver Cirrhosis**. ---
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