Weekend drinkers beware, THIS viral post exposes the shocking state of your liver

Dr. Cyriac Abby Philips, popularly known as "The Liver Doc," has set the internet ablaze with his latest health wake-up call. Known for his no-nonsense approach to busting health myths, the hepatologist recently shared an image that¡¯s both eye-opening and terrifying. It featured two livers: one belonged to a 32-year-old "weekends-only" drinker whose deteriorated organ could no longer function, and the other was a pristine, healthy liver donated by his wife to save his life.

Weekend drinker Vs non-drinker¡¯s liver comparison

In his now-viral post, Dr. Philips explained how the man¡¯s drinking habits led to irreversible liver damage, forcing him to rely on his wife¡¯s sacrifice to survive. The visual comparison was a slap in the face for casual drinkers who often dismiss the long-term effects of binge drinking. The wife¡¯s pink, smooth liver stood in stark contrast to the spotted, darkened liver of the drinker, showcasing years of silent destruction.

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Netizens react

The post immediately took over social media, with users flooding the comments section. While some lauded the doctor for his candid approach, others struggled to confront the harsh truth. One user speculated that the man might have been hiding the full extent of his drinking, prompting a sharp retort from Dr. Philips. He dismissed the claim, asserting that the damage was likely caused by the very ¡°weekend-only¡± habits the man admitted to.

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Is alcohol a type of poison?

Another comment passionately condemned alcohol as poison, emphasizing that even occasional binge drinking pushes the liver into overdrive, eventually leading to conditions like cirrhosis and liver failure. ¡°By the time symptoms show up, it¡¯s already too late,¡± they wrote. A different user suggested printing the liver comparison image on alcohol bottles, sparking debate about accountability and awareness.

Dr. Philips¡¯s efforts to educate the public extend far beyond this post. Known for his witty yet hard-hitting online persona, he frequently calls out misinformation. Recently, he took on public figures like Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Cristiano Ronaldo, proving that no one is above scrutiny when it comes to spreading unverified health claims.

For casual drinkers now reconsidering their habits, this post might just be the nudge they needed. As one shaken commenter put it, ¡°I¡¯m a bi-monthly drinker, and I¡¯m too scared now.¡±

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