Dangers of Drinking Too Much Alcohol

Nerve Damage

Excessive alcohol intake potentially can lead to nerve damage called alcoholic neuropathy. Half of chronic heavy drinkers develop this condition, which can include a host of symptoms such as numbness, impotence, incontinence and muscle spasms.

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February 13, 2014

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July 1, 2014