My father is very much addicted to Alcohol. He is taking it since around 15+yrs. In a month he almost drinks 15 days and That to from morning to night once started. So that once he drinks he can't walk properly. So please help regarding this. What can be done to stop this or adverse it's I'll effects on health.

Dr. Akshata BhatPsychiatrist6yrs exp

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Alcohol dependence is associated with significant physical, mental and social problems. Physically, there can be liver failure, jaundice, vomiting of blood, passing blood in stools, stomach ulcers, damage to nerves of the body, swelling of legs, fluid collection in abdomen, and many more. Mentally, there is irreversible brain damage, worsening of anxiety or depression, triggering of psychosis and mood disorders, dementia, etc. From a social point of view, there may be isolation from neighbors or family, increased abusive behavior to children or spouses, legal problems, accidents, etc. Anti craving medications are available which will help to reduce the craving. Consult a psychiatrist with experience in deaddiction.  

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