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Often consume liquor, this is the result

Drinking alcohol is not without risk, especially if often and excessively drunk. Check out various health problems that can arise as a result of frequent drinking. In Indonesia, 21-year-old adults are allowed to consume alcoholic beverages. There are many types of alcoholic drinks, with different levels of alcohol. But in general, the alcohol consumed should be no more than 14 units (about 140 milliliters of pure alcohol content) per week. If consumed in excess, alcohol can cause a decrease in concentration and loss of self-control, thereby increasing the risk of accidents. Meanwhile, if taken continuously for a long time, alcohol can cause various chronic diseases, even death.

Dangers of Disease due to Frequent Hangover of Alcohol

The following are diseases that can arise from frequent intoxication in the long run:
  • Liver disease

  • When consumed, alcohol will be absorbed into the bloodstream, then collected in the liver to be broken down and neutralized so that it can be removed from the body. It's just that the liver's ability to process alcohol is very limited. If the alcohol consumed is more than the liver can process, the blood alcohol level will increase. If it continues to occur, the liver will experience disturbances, ranging from fatty liver, hepatitis, cirrhosis, to liver cancer.
  • Heart and blood vessel disease

  • Other consequences of frequent intoxication include heartbeat, increased blood pressure and heart rate, enlarged heart, and increased risk of stroke and heart disease.
  • Cancer

  • The more often you drink alcohol, the greater your risk of getting cancer and dying from the disease. In addition to liver cancer, other types of cancer that can also occur due to frequent hangovers are oral cancer, throat cancer, esophageal cancer, colon cancer, and even breast cancer.
  • Brain and nerve disorders

  • Too much alcohol consumption can also cause interference with the brain. According to research, frequent hangovers can make the brain shrink or shrink. The more alcohol consumed, the greater the shrinkage. In addition, drinking too much alcohol can also reduce the ability to think and weaken memory, and make reflexes and coordination of disturbed body movements.
  • Depression

  • Some people think that getting drunk can help overcome depression. However, the opposite happened. Excessive drinking can actually cause or aggravate depression. Research shows that people who often get drunk have a higher risk of suicide and anxiety disorders. How come? When you drink too much alcohol, the function of brain chemicals that regulate mood will be disrupted, causing symptoms of depression.
  • Alcohol addiction

  • Frequent consumption of alcohol to get drunk can also cause addiction. Despite being aware of the dangers of alcohol, addicted people will continue to consume alcoholic beverages and find it difficult to stop. In the end, these habits will have an impact on his health and social life.
Beware of alcohol consumption until drunk. If you are addicted to alcohol and find it difficult to stop it, you should consult a doctor. Your doctor can provide counseling and treatment to help you get out of alcoholism and its bad effects.

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