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Which Condition Is Often Result Of Alcohol Addiction?

Which Condition Is Often Result Of Alcohol Addiction?

Alcohol addiction can often lead to other health conditions, including liver disease, gastrointestinal problems, and cardiovascular issues. If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol addiction, it’s important to get help as soon as possible.

There are many resources available to help those struggling with alcoholism, and if you’re not sure where to start, talking to your doctor is a great first step.

According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), drinking too much alcohol can lead to a range of health problems. These problems can be short-term, such as memory problems and impaired motor skills. They can also be long-term, such as liver damage, heart disease, and cancer.

One condition that is often a result of alcohol addiction is cirrhosis. Cirrhosis is a serious condition in which the liver slowly deteriorates and is unable to function properly. Heavy drinking is the most common cause of cirrhosis in the United States.

If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol addiction, it’s important to get help. There are many resources available to those who need it, including Alcoholics Anonymous, professional counseling, and inpatient rehab programs.

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Robert Gerchalk

Robert is our health care professional reviewer of this website. He worked for many years in mental health and substance abuse facilities in Florida, as well as in home health (medical and psychiatric), and took care of people with medical and addictions problems at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. He has a nursing and business/technology degrees from The Johns Hopkins University.

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