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Is it possible for cerebral hemorrhages linked to heavy smoking and alcoholism?
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Alcohol: Intoxication can lead to falls, leading to injuries, one of which could result in traumatic brain injury.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Yes: It is not uncommon for someone with chronic alcoholism to fall while intoxicated and hit their head resulting in a fatal subdural hematoma. They think that is what may have happened to the actor richard burton. Cannabis can enhance the intoxicating effects of alcohol.
Answered 3/26/2013
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