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I used to drink 4 alcoholic drinks every day and for the last week have cut back to 1.5 a day. can i quit cold turkey now safely?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, just stop it.

Answered 1/16/2023

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A member asked:

I used to drink 4 alcoholic drinks every day and for the last week have cut back to 1.5 a day. can i quit cold turkey now safely?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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