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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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Dr. Lynn Bartl answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

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.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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