Alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD) refers to liver damage caused by excess alcohol intake. There are several stages of severity and a range of associated symptoms. ARLD doesn't usually cause any symptoms until the liver has been severely damaged. When this happens, symptoms can include: 1  feeling sick. 2  weight loss. 3  loss of appetite. 4  yellowing of the eyes and skin (jaundice). 5  swelling in the ankles and tummy.