People who currently or previously smoked may have an increased chance of developing this condition
Tina Nanyangwe-Moyo, Investigator, Global Strategy Lab Dr
In their field guide to medicinal plants in eastern and central North America, Steven Foster and James Duke identify Rabbit Tobacco as a remedy for sore throats, pneumonia, colds, fevers, upset stomach, abdominal cramps, asthma, flu, coughs, rheumatism, leukorrhea, bowel disorders, mouth ulcers, hemorrhage, tumors, and say that it has been used as a mild nerve sedative, a diuretic, and an antispasmodic
Stopping alcohol is very crucial now as this condition often gets worse as the liver becomes incapable of performing its functions thereby causing decompensation (liver failure)