Question 1

how does alcohol impair drivers judgement?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol disinhibits: Which means it causes us to do things we normally wouldn't do.  So speeding becomes natural, even through lights.  Trying to pass unsafely can cause head on collisions and alcohol causes a loss of ability to acurately judge distances.  Alcohol is also sedating and can cause you to nodd off at the wheel.

Question 2

is alcohol a stimulant that affects judgement drug that affects judgement hallucinogen that affects judgem?

Accepted Answer

It's a depressant: The first thing alcohol depresses are our frontal lobes, where our inhibitions live, so initially and in low  doses alcohol "disinhibits"   making people more likely to socialize, dance or whatever. However, in higher doses its effects are depressant, making people sleepy and ultimately can cause coma and death. It is neither a stimulant nor a hallucinogen in most people.

Question 3

my friend wants to know, aside from judgement, is 2 weeks post op from breast enlargement long enough to do mdma and alcohol at festival?

Accepted Answer

No: If your friend is still taking narcotic pain medication like Percocet he or she should not also drink alcohol or do any other drug at the same time. In addition if she has just had a cosmetic procedure and is not fully healed it would not be wise to go out and party and potentially risk opening her incisions, causing and infection, or other such complications.

Question 4

is it possible to have diminished alcohol tolerance as you've aged?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: especially if you have been a heavy drinker and your liver is no longer functioning as well.

Question 5

is decreased alcohol tolerance a side effect of liptor. i consume 4 drinks and i'm done. never use to be like that.

Accepted Answer

Lipids: Such a change in tolerance is likely to be multifactorial. It is possible Lipitor (atorvastatin) is playing some role.

Question 6

whitehead like pimples on my penile shaft with hairs i applied alcohol for bacteria and the pimples have decreased in size and are scab like now help?

Accepted Answer

Infected hairs: You're likely to get these from time to time. Showering twice a day with a good antibacterial soap is likely to help. This is not herpes. Alcohol won't help. Let these things heal on their own, or try hot compresses.

Question 7

i am experiencing  fatigue, appetite changes (quality: increased appetite) , trouble sleeping (quality: unrefreshing sleep) (worsened by: varying sleep schedule, alcohol use) , night sweats, decreased energy level, difficulty staying awake during day, wei

Accepted Answer

Sleep is important.: Stop alcohol use and then contact a doctor about a sleep study.   If your night sweats are from a cold clammy skin, this is anxiety, if your skin is hot to the touch, your thyroid may be  working incorrectly.  In any case, you need evaluation by a physician to help get your sleep back on track.   Sleep problems can cascade into a lot of very nasty consequences.   Get help.

Question 8

i am experiencing clinical depression, suicidal thoughts, low self esteem, sleep pattern changes, poor judgement, poor concentration, mood swings, inappropriate sexual behavior, loss of temper, restlessness, decreased energy level, apathy, sadness, and di

Accepted Answer

Depression: I am sorry to hear about these symptoms. Not sure what your question is. Are you getting professional help?  These symptoms are treatable. Are you receiving psychotherapy? Do you have a psychiatrist?

Question 9

currently, my sgpt level is 108u/l. i don't take alcohol. i lead a normal lifestyle. how can i reduce this level to a normal level?
my age 30years?

Accepted Answer

: All laboratory results need to be interpreted in the clinical context and the doctor who ordered the tests is usually in the best position to do that. Talk to the doctor who ordered the tests. Having said that, the level is not too high. Do not take acetaminophen. You may repeat the test in 3-6 months as it may be a transient issue.    
Wish you good health!

Question 10

can i ask if l-lysine is safe to take with alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Drug interaction checker shows no interactions btwn alcohol and L-lysine.

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How does alcohol impair drivers judgement?

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Is alcohol a stimulant that affects judgement drug that affects judgement hallucinogen that affects judgem?

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My friend wants to know, aside from judgement, is 2 weeks post op from breast enlargement long enough to do mdma and alcohol at festival?

A member asked:

Is it possible to have diminished alcohol tolerance as you've aged?

A member asked:

Is decreased alcohol tolerance a side effect of liptor. i consume 4 drinks and i'm done. never use to be like that.

A member asked:

Whitehead like pimples on my penile shaft with hairs i applied alcohol for bacteria and the pimples have decreased in size and are scab like now help?

A member asked:

I am experiencing fatigue, appetite changes (quality: increased appetite) , trouble sleeping (quality: unrefreshing sleep) (worsened by: varying sleep schedule, alcohol use) , night sweats, decreased energy level, difficulty staying awake during day, wei

A member asked:

I am experiencing clinical depression, suicidal thoughts, low self esteem, sleep pattern changes, poor judgement, poor concentration, mood swings, inappropriate sexual behavior, loss of temper, restlessness, decreased energy level, apathy, sadness, and di

A member asked:

Currently, my sgpt level is 108u/l. i don't take alcohol. i lead a normal lifestyle. how can i reduce this level to a normal level? my age 30years?

A member asked:

Can i ask if l-lysine is safe to take with alcohol?

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