Alcohol

Alcoholism, also known as Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), is a chronic relapsing brain disease characterized by an impaired ability to stop or control alcohol use despite adverse social, occupational, or health consequences.

* Increasing tolerance (needing more to feel the same effect). * Withdrawal symptoms like tremors (the 'shakes'), sweating, and nausea when not drinking. * Neglecting responsibilities at work, home, or school. * Drinking in dangerous situations (e.g., driving).

* **Liver:** Cirrhosis, hepatitis, and fatty liver disease. * **Heart:** High blood pressure, arrhythmia, and increased stroke risk. * **Brain:** Memory loss, slurred speech, and diminished reaction times. * **Cancer:** Increased risk of mouth, esophagus, liver, and breast cancer.

Stopping 'cold turkey' can be life-threatening for chronic drinkers due to the risk of Delirium Tremens (DTs). Our medical team ensures a safe, supervised detoxification process followed by intensive therapy to address the root causes of the addiction.