🩸Experienced high blood pressure, headaches, and flushed face as symptoms of liver disease.
🤢Nausea and frequent vomiting were common symptoms before diagnosis.
🔴Red blotches on the skin and burst blood vessels in the eyes were noticeable signs.
💤Unconscious sleep eating occurred due to extreme hunger caused by drinking excessively.
🩸Blood sugar levels fluctuated, leading to both high and low blood sugar episodes.
What were the symptoms you experienced before being diagnosed with liver disease?
—I experienced high blood pressure, headaches, flushed face, nausea, vomiting, red blotches on the skin, burst blood vessels in the eyes, and sleep eating.
Did you ever notice any unusual changes in your blood sugar levels?
—Yes, my blood sugar levels fluctuated, leading to both high and low blood sugar episodes.
How did you cope with the symptoms before seeking medical help?
—I ignored the symptoms and pretended they weren't happening. I also avoided researching any potential health issues.
Did you ever try to self-diagnose by searching for symptoms online?
—No, I was afraid of what I might find and didn't want to face the possibility of having to quit drinking.
Has your health improved since quitting drinking?
—Yes, quitting drinking has significantly improved my health and helped me manage my diabetes.
00:01Introducing video and overview of symptoms discussed.
00:18Acknowledging the questions and concerns from viewers about liver disease symptoms.
01:24The beginning of experiencing symptoms like high blood pressure, headaches, and flushed face.
03:32Noticing nausea, vomiting, and their connection to alcohol consumption.
05:02Recognizing red blotches on the skin and burst blood vessels in the eyes as signs of liver disease.
06:38Sleep eating episodes and extreme hunger caused by excessive drinking.
08:32Dealing with fluctuating blood sugar levels and eventual diabetes diagnosis.
09:56Reflecting on ignorance of symptoms and aversion to seeking medical help.
11:49Conclusion: Improvements in health after quitting drinking and managing diabetes.
