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Can alcohol cause dementia?

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Alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) is a brain disorder caused by regularly drinking too much alcohol over several years. The term ARBD covers several different conditions including Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome and alcoholic dementia. None of these is actually a dementia, but they may share similar symptoms. read more

Of course, treatment for alcoholic dementia includes stopping alcohol consumption. Quitting drinking will prevent additional loss of brain function and damage to nerves. Also, improving the patient's diet can help, but it does not substitute for alcohol abstinence in preventing further alcoholic dementia. read more

Diagnosing alcohol-related dementia can be difficult due to the wide range of symptoms and a lack of specific brain pathology. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) is a guide to aid doctors in diagnosing a range of psychiatric disorders, and may be helpful in diagnosing dementia. read more

Get Help for Alcohol Use Disorder. Dementia is only one of many problems associated with alcohol use disorder. This serious condition can cause harm to many organ systems. Getting help with detox, then entering a rehabilitation program, is the best way to overcome this chronic disease. read more

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