Patient's question:
What kind of diseases can be treated in general internal medicine? What symptoms can chronic alcohol poisoning cause?Doctor's answer:
Chronic alcoholism primarily causes some changes in the nervous system, which can lead to central nervous system alterations. Long-term, heavy alcohol consumption in patients can result in manifestations affecting the liver, heart, and nervous system, among others. Patients may exhibit symptoms such as facial flushing, telangiectasia, palmar erythema, spider angiomas, insomnia, delayed reaction time, and reduced tolerance to physical activity. In severe cases, patients may develop conditions like alcoholic cirrhosis or alcoholic cardiomyopathy. The goal of alcoholism treatment is abstinence. Among alcoholics who are in good health and receive social support and encouragement, the likelihood of recovery is higher.