Can Alcohol Cause Throat Ulcers?
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Millions of people struggle with alcohol use—often without realizing the warning signs. If you find it hard to control your drinking or it’s affecting your daily life, you’re not alone.
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Americans over 12 years old
Have alcohol use disorder (AUD) each year.
of All Alcoholics
Experience relapse at some point in their lives.
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Alcohol interacts with many other drugs and medications—often in ways that can have serious health consequences. These include (but are not limited to):
Alcohol affects nearly every part of your body—and the effects can be severe. The many organs and systems that may be impacted include your:
Withdrawal from alcohol can take a toll on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Here are some of the symptoms you may experience:
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