A 41-year-old member asked:
how much should i worry about alcohol abuse?
4 doctor answers • 21 doctors weighed in
Dr. Karen Sibertanswered
Anesthesiology 39 years experience
Don't worry; act!: Alcohol abuse is a disease that deserves serious concern. It can threaten health, and in the worst cases destroy the liver and lead to death. It is also a major cause of marital stress, divorce, job loss, and even homelessness. If you or someone you love abuses alcohol, act now. Seek help from your physician and from other sources such as alcoholics anonymous. Don't delay!
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Dr. David Rosenfeldanswered
Pain Management 27 years experience
Not clear: Personal abuse? Family member? Abuse is a pattern of ongoing behavior and "drug" seeking despite negative consequences (job or family loss etc). Worry about it if it is there.
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Dr. David Shereranswered
Anesthesiology 37 years experience
Alot: Alcohol abuse can affect many organ systems -- especially liver, nervous system, heart, immune and gastrointestinal. Drink only in moderation if your doctor says that it is ok. Usually, one beer or glass of wine per day, or one shot of liquor. But, always check with your doctor first.
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Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett commented
Pediatrics 38 years experience
The CAGE questions are a good start, Have you felt you should Cut down on your drinking? Have people been annoyed or criticized by your drinking? Have you felt bad/guilty about your drinking? Have you ever had a drink first thing in the morning as an eye opener, pick me up or to steady nerves? Also helpful to call the Alcoholics Anonymous hotline, check out the website, try out a meeting.
Apr 7, 2012
Dr. Scott Mackinnonanswered
Anesthesiology 33 years experience
Depends: A "loaded" question, no pun intended. Some say if you worry or "feel guilty" about your drinking, then you may have a problem. Do you drink in the morning? Do others worry about your drinking? Does it interfere with your life?
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Is it safe to take medications that contain alcohol during pregnancy?
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Dr. Erin Alwardanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 17 years experience
No: Alcohol is not safe in pregnancy and can lead to fetal alcohol syndrome. There is no known safe amount of alcohol in pregnancy. So once you know you are pregnant, you should stop all of it. This includes even the small amounts that are in some medicines.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
What is the safest amount of alcohol I can drink in pregnancy?
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Zero fl oz: In the United States the recommendation is to avoid alcohol completely.
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A 39-year-old member asked:
Is it safe to take medications containing alcohol while pregnant?
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Yes: Usually the medications that contain alcohol are cough suppressants and such. When used as recommended and for short duration it is ok.
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A 21-year-old female asked:
What effects does acohol and smoking have on brain tumor? How can I care for someone with brain tumor?
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Dr. William Goldieanswered
Pediatric Neurology 48 years experience
Part of the team: Brain tumors are either benign or malignant and are either primary or due to tumors elsewhere in the body. Any patient with brain tumor needs a team support. There may be a surgeon, cancer specialist, neurologist, radiation specialist, chemotherapy team, rehab therapists, psychological support, etc. You can help by being part of the team. Alcohol in small amounts should not harm but no smoking.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
How do you help someone to stop drinking alcohol?
1 doctor answer • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Alan Alianswered
Psychiatry 32 years experience
Alcohol: Guide them to seek counseling, attend rehab program , & aa meetings. Also need to monitor by addiction specialist for withdrawal.
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