What is the initial pathological change in alcoholic liver disease?

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The initial pathological change in alcoholic liver disease is the accumulation of fat in hepatocytes with hepatomegaly (enlargement of the liver). This is known as alcoholic steatosis or "fatty liver." If alcohol consumption continues, more severe damage may occur, such as inflammation and necrosis (Answer B) and fibrosis (Answer C). Formation of nodules with shrinkage of the liver (Answer A) is a later stage of alcoholic liver disease known as cirrhosis.

What Is the Initial Pathological Change in Alcoholic Liver Disease