Question 1

does beer and or wine consumption affect glaucoma?

Accepted Answer

Probably Not: There is no conclusive evidence that alcohol consumption increases the risk of or control of glaucoma.  In fact, it may be suggested that moderate alcohol consumption may decrease the risk of glaucoma.

Question 2

is consumption of alcohol  (beer, wine) safe with supra-ventricular tachycardia?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depends on the type of supraventricular tachycardia (svt). Some types of svt can be initiated or aggravated by consumption of alcohol, for others it may not effect it. You will likely have to make that determination yourself. Regardless, make sure to use alcohol in moderation for any cardiovascular benefit and to maintain overall good health!

Question 3

what are the associations between parkinson's disease and alcohol consumption? are there compounds in red wine and beer that are helpful in preventing pd?

Accepted Answer

No Associations: Parkinson's is a neuroinflammatory condition affecting the substantia nigra in the brain.  A low Dopamine level is common in these patients.  Oxidative stress may be a major cause but at present no hard core data is exists. Alcohol in general is not medicinal in these patients and although red wine contains antioxidants and resveratrol, their concentrations are not high enough for protection.

Question 4

does beer affect glaucoma?

Accepted Answer

No: Alcohol is known to lower eye pressure, but in population studies drinking was not related to or a risk factor for glaucoma.  Heavy fluid intake quickly could theoretically raise eye pressure temporarily.

Question 5

could a hemoglobin of 6.7 affect the absorption of alcohol (2 beers)? and subsequent breathalyzer making it seem like there was a higher consumption?

Accepted Answer

Liver: It's really more your liver and the enzyme dehydrogenase in your stomach than hemoglobin that determines the rate of absorption of alcohol in your system. For a female such as yourself, if you're around 140lbs and drink two drinks in an hour your BAC will be around .048.The liver typically only digests one standard drink per hour.

Question 6

i have taken tonight 2 teaspoon of benadryl cough syrup after 5 hours of consumption of one full bottle of beer. will this have any major effects on m?

Accepted Answer

Drug interaction: This could cause dizziness and drowsiness. See:  https://www.drugs.com/interactions-check.php?drug_list=1034-14582,896-1617

Question 7

how much alcohol consumption causes physical dependance and withdrawal? i drink beer on weekends but not through the week.  trying to be proactive

Accepted Answer

See below: It is good that you are being proactive about your health. The alcohol amount that each person can "handle" differs. Instead of using absolute amounts, it is better to focus on consequences - if alcohol use is creating adverse consequences for you or others are starting to point this out to you, it is too much and/or too frequent.

Question 8

decrease semen volume. suddenly. not frequent  sexual activities. no pain. possible retrograde. beer consumption. urination normal. no surgeries. help?

Accepted Answer

Probably okay...: Some fluctuation in the semen volume is normally expected reflecting the degree, duration, and interval of arousal and sexual intercourses or masturbations. As aging, similar change may occur but widely varying among men and over lifetime. Since being asymptomatic, leave it alone; if bothering mentally or physically, seek evaluation &amp; counseling timely.

Question 9

is beer or wine better to drink than hard liquor?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol is alcohol: As far as calories go, blood levels, getting drunk, potential damage to organs, risk for breast cancer, a drink is a drink (see my other answer for that).   
Speed of intake affects how much alcohol is absorbed, and blood levels, whether you nurse a beer, glass of wine, or mixed drink. Trace  vits, minerals, toxins, antiox minimal effects on health.  All may increase good cholesterol somewhat.

Question 10

any side effects of beer or wine in mucle growth ?

Accepted Answer

Alcoholic Myopathy: Alcohol is ltoxic to every organ in the body. It does cause muscle damage called myopathy, better stop drinking and get help before it is too late, 
good luck.

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