Liver injury: Long-term excessive drinking will cause serious damage to the liver, including fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, liver cirrhosis, liver cancer and so on. The liver is the main metabolic organ of alcohol. Excessive drinking will lead to liver cell damage and inflammation, and eventually lead to serious liver disease.
Cardiovascular system problems: Excessive drinking will increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, including hypertension, heart disease, stroke and arrhythmia. Long-term alcoholism will cause myocardial damage and heart enlargement, increase the burden on the heart, and then lead to cardiovascular diseases.
Immune system inhibition: Alcohol intake will inhibit the immune system function, reduce the body's resistance, and make people more susceptible to germs and diseases, including respiratory infections, pneumonia and other infectious diseases.
Nervous system effects: Alcohol can inhibit the central nervous system and affect the normal function of the brain. Long-term drinking may lead to nervous system problems, including memory loss, inattention, cognitive decline and nerve damage.
Digestive system problems: Excessive drinking will stimulate gastric acid secretion, leading to gastritis, gastric ulcer and digestive problems. Alcohol can also affect the normal absorption function of the intestine, leading to malnutrition and digestive system disorder.
Increased cancer risk: Long-term alcoholism is associated with an increased risk of various cancers, including oral cancer, laryngeal cancer, esophageal cancer, liver cancer, colon cancer and breast cancer.
In addition, alcohol may also affect mental health, leading to anxiety, depression and sleep disorders. Alcohol may also have a negative impact on personal and social life, causing family problems, professional problems and legal problems.
Therefore, moderate drinking or avoiding drinking is an important measure to keep healthy. If you have drinking problems or worry about your drinking habits, please seek the help and consultation of a doctor or a professional rehabilitation and mental health expert.