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Cirrhosis of liver is caused by the chronic intake of

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Opium
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Alcohol
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Tobacco
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Cocaine
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The correct option is B Alcohol
Cirrhosis is an abnormal liver condition in which there is irreversible scarring of the liver. The main causes are sustained excessive alcohol consumption, viral hepatitis B and C, and fatty liver disease, however, there are many possible causes. People with cirrhosis may develop jaundice (yellowing of the skin, eyes and tongue), itching and extreme tiredness. So, the correct answer is option B.

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