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That means a lifelong threat of cirrhosis or other deadly liver conditions.

The rains have stranded millions mid-commute, left cars floating in streets that have turned into rivers and caused outbreaks of leptospirosis, a liver ailment that spreads through the excrement of sewer rats.

This could include medicines or specific lifestyle advice - such as people likely to develop some liver disorders benefitting from cutting back their alcohol intake more than the general population.

He had been ill since birth and had had two liver transplants.

It can cause a dramatic drop in blood pressure and damage the lungs, kidneys, liver and other organs.