[Zippy]

alcoholism can certainly lead to liver disease like hepatitis. But alcoholism in itself is more of an addiction. A compulsive disorder that requires mental strength to combat more than medication.

but its certainly not a stupid excuse. It can really take hold of a person and destroy them just like cancer can. Can be even worse than cancer because it also alters their personality and cause destruction around them as well as destroying them physically.

but technically its an addiction that can lead to disease.