High alcohol consumption
Overview
High alcohol consumption refers to drinking excessive amounts of alcoholic beverages regularly or in single episodes, exceeding recommended daily or weekly limits. This pattern of drinking can lead to immediate health risks and long-term complications affecting multiple organ systems.
Common Causes
High alcohol consumption can disrupt your body's natural sleep patterns and interfere with the quality of your rest. Alcohol may initially make you feel drowsy, but it prevents you from reaching the deeper, more restorative stages of sleep your body needs. Regular heavy drinking can also lead to dehydration, blood sugar fluctuations, and increased stress hormones, all of which contribute to feeling tired and sluggish the next day. Additionally, alcohol can worsen sleep disorders like sleep apnea and cause frequent nighttime awakenings.
Severity Levels
Mild: Occasional drinking above recommended limits with minimal immediate effects on daily activities, though you may notice increased tolerance or mild morning-after symptoms.
Moderate: Regular excessive drinking that begins to interfere with work, relationships, or daily responsibilities, often accompanied by physical symptoms like frequent hangovers or sleep disturbances.
Severe: Persistent heavy drinking that significantly impairs your ability to function normally, causes serious health problems, and may include signs of physical dependence such as withdrawal symptoms when not drinking.
Medical Attention
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe withdrawal symptoms like tremors, confusion, or seizures when trying to stop drinking. Contact your healthcare provider if you're unable to control your drinking despite wanting to quit, or if alcohol is interfering with your daily responsibilities and relationships. Get help right away if you develop symptoms like persistent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, yellowing of skin or eyes, or difficulty breathing after drinking.
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