Physical Damages

Excessive drinking over a period of time affects the vital organs and tissues of the body.

Alcohol has plenty of romantic associations. The gold-and-scarlet glow of liquor advertisements, the fizz of the champagne opened by a victorious sportsman, the toast at a party or the thrill teenagers feel over a secret beer bash – they all make for the feel-good image of alcohol.

Many people drink socially, or occasionally, and are able to stop after a few drinks. It does not interfere with any other aspect of their life. But for some others who drink, things go awry.

Physical damage caused by alcohol

Repeated excessive drinking over a period of time affects the following organs and tissues.

Organ Affected	Damage
Heart	Unstable blood pressure, irregular pulse rate
Pancreas	Painful inflammation
Liver	Severe swelling, Hepatitis, Cirrhosis
Muscles	Weakness, loss of muscle tissue
Stomach	Gastritis, peptic ulcers, cancer
Nervous System	Tingling and loss of sensation in hands and feet
Brain	Cell damage resulting in loss of memory, confusion, and hallucination
Lungs	Greater chance of infections including TB
Genitals	Temporary impotence
Skin	Flushing, sweating
Blood	Anaemia

(Source: Webhealthcentre.com)