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A member asked:
My bf's stomach is after getting big he drinks and he takes meds because of his seizures is this dangerous ?
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Yes: Drinking alcoholic beverages will lower the seizure threshold. In a patient who has a seizure disorder, it is strongly advised to avoid excess alcohol intake because it may contribute increased frequency of seizures.
Answered 11/28/2017
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