Acute hepatitis in a woman following excessive ingestion of an energy drink: a case report
2011
Acute Hepatitis from Energy Drink Consumption
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Vivekanandarajah Abhirami, Ni Shirley, Waked Alain
Primary Institution: Staten Island University Hospital
Hypothesis
Is excessive consumption of energy drinks linked to acute hepatitis?
Conclusion
The patient's acute hepatitis was likely caused by excessive ingestion of an energy drink, with niacin as the suspected culprit.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient consumed 10 cans of an energy drink daily for two weeks.
- Her liver enzyme levels were significantly elevated upon presentation.
- Other potential causes of hepatitis were ruled out through testing.
Takeaway
A woman got very sick from drinking too many energy drinks, and doctors think one of the ingredients, niacin, made her liver hurt.
Methodology
Case report detailing the patient's symptoms, tests, and treatment.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
22-year-old Caucasian woman.
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