How long it takes for an alcoholic liver to progress to the cirrhotic stage is primarily and absolutely related to the patient. Patients with alcoholic liver must abstain from alcohol, otherwise they will continue to progress to the cirrhotic stage. After quitting alcohol, cirrhosis may basically not develop, or it may take 20-30 years to progress to the cirrhotic stage. For patients with alcoholic liver, in addition to abstaining from alcohol, they also need to actively engage in liver preservation therapy. In terms of diet, you also need to pay attention to good habits, avoid overeating, avoid spicy and stimulating, raw and cold, rough and greasy food, eat as light and easy to digest as possible, eat more fresh green vegetables and fruits, and pay attention not to stay up late. Also need to pay attention to keep emotional stability, for cirrhosis are very important, can significantly slow down the progress of liver disease.