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Is whiskey a safer alternative to beer? my hubby's feet &ankles swell after beer drinking... he is opting to drink whiskey ... does not swell as bad

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Oh my gosh!: If his legs swell when he consumes alcohol then he shouldn't be drinking alcohol. Something is wrong here. Please encourage him to see his doctor regarding this.

Dr Zebro (formerly Woldegiorgis) and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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