A member asked:

My husband is a weekend binge drinker why do his feet & ankles swell afterwards ? should i be concerned?

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Dr. Lynne Weixel answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

He should be!: It's not unusual to worry about each other, but yes - he has at least 1 problem - maybe a few. That swelling is a early symptom of liver cirrhosis. It is quite serious and he needs to see a doctor as soon as possible. Since this is so important, the issue of binge drinking must be put aside for the immediate moment, but it's a very dangerous thing. Moderate, regular drinking is much, much safer.

Answered 8/24/2013

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Yes: First concern is what it does to the liver. The swelling is because alcohol is a vasodialator which opens the blood vessels and gravity pulls it down thus swelling. Cut back the alcohol.

Answered 8/19/2013

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