Surprise! Why Alcohol And Tylenol Just Don’t Mix

Mixing even light alcohol consumption with Tylenol can do more harm than any intended good, say researchers.

A new preliminary study shows that using a small to moderate amount of alcohol alongside the recommended Tylenol do

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sage can result in a 123% increased risk of kidney disease.

“Most people take this medication without any input from pharmacists or physicians, and that’s where the public-health concern is,” said researcher Harrison Ndetan. “People buy acetaminophen over the counter, and they also are casual alcohol users, and they don’t know that there is a harmful interaction.”

Alcohol, Acetaminophen Use And Liver, Kidney Disease

Chronic alcohol abuse and chronic acetaminophen use have each been tied to liver and kidney disease separately.

“What has not been well-studied until now is the link between some regular alcohol use and regular acetaminophen use and increasing your risk of kidney disease above the risk of either of those used separately,” said Dr. Martin Zand, medical director of the pancreas and kidney transplant programs at the University of Rochester Medical Center in New York.

Results From Large Tylenol, Alcohol Use Study

During the study, data was analyzed from over 10,000 participants in the ’03-’04 United States National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Those surveyed were asked questions regarding acetaminophen use, alcohol consumption and health issues.

The research concluded that neither light to moderate drinking nor normal acetaminophen use separately posed any viable threat to kidney health.

However, roughly half of those who combined alcohol and acetaminophen reported kidney dysfunction.

It is not currently known whether similar interactions will occur with other types of painkillers.

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The Astonishing Effects of Smoking and Alcohol on the Brain

Alcohol and tobacco consumption can result a variety of long- and short-term health issues. However, the most extreme risks lie in the potential for permanent neurological damage. In this entry we will discuss the toll of tobacco and alcohol on the human brain.

Nervous System

The chemicals found in tobacco products may cause white blood cells to attack healthy cells, resulting in the potential for disorders and neurological issues down the road.

State of Mind

Studies have found smoking to result in a decline in cognitive function 5x the rate of non-smokers. Diminished cognitive functions may eventually lead to mental deficiencies and dementia in later life.

Brain Damage

Prolonged and excess alcohol intake may lead to brain damage. As an example, numerous alcoholics eventually develop Wernicke—Korsakoff syndrome, causing an array of debilitating symptoms, including memory issues, confusion, and paralysis of the nerves responsible for eye movement.

Memories

Alcohol’s effect on the brain can be seen after only a drink or two. With excessive intake over a long enough use period, drinkers will experience increased memory deficiency.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Drinking alcohol during pregnancy places the fetus at risk for developmental issues both early and later in life. Of these issues, perhaps the most difficult to stomach is fetal alcohol syndrome; a condition where children are born with fewer brain cells and smaller brains.

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Is Cancer In Your Future

Alcohol consumption has been linked to an increased risk for various types of cancer. A combined analysis of more than 200 studies assessing the link between alcohol and various types of cancer sought to investigate this association in more detail. This study found that alcohol most strongly increased the risks for cancers of the oral cavity, pharynx, esophagus, and larynx. Statistically significant increases in risk also existed for cancers of the stomach, colon, rectum, liver, female breast, and ovaries. Several mechanisms have been postulated through which alcohol may contribute to an increased risk of cancer. Concurrent tobacco use, which is common among drinkers, enhances alcohol's effects on the risk for cancers of the upper digestive and respiratory tract

Regular alcohol consumption can have numerous consequences, beneficial or detrimental, on the health of the drinker. For example, light-to-moderate alcohol consumption  may protect against certain types of heart disease and stroke. Conversely, heavy drinking has been associated with liver disease; cardiovascular disease; disorders of the digestive tract; and illness or death from alcohol-related injuries, motor vehicle crashes, and violence. Another group of disorders that has been linked to drinking is cancer, particularly cancers of the upper airway and digestive tract

 Alcohol consumption also is associated with primary liver cancer. This relationship is difficult to investigate in epidemiological studies, however, because it is more indirect. Thus, alcohol causes cirrhosis of the liver in a substantial proportion of heavy drinkers, which then can lead to liver cancer. In addition, heavy alcohol consumption can increase the drinker's risk for infection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV), which in turn can also result in liver cancer.

Alcohol consumption also has been linked to cancers of the large bowel in both men and women and to breast cancer in women, although these associations have not yet been proven unequivocally. Nevertheless, because these are the two most common types of cancer in developed countries after lung cancer, even a moderate increase in risk may result in a relatively large number of additional cases and therefore have important public health implications. The increased risk of cancer among heavy drinkers is primarily attributed to the alcohol in alcoholic beverages. Thus, the risk tends to increase with the overall amount of alcohol consumed.

If you are facing the possibility of a cancer in your future and have decided that now is the time to quit your alcohol addiction. Contact us at Above It All Treatment Center for a personalized evaluation and consultation to set up a program designed just for you.  Working together, we can set you on the road to an alcohol free life and lessen the possibility of cancer in your future.

Putting An End To Alcohol Abuse

Alcohol dependency and abuse is responsible for over 100,000 deaths each year in the U.S. Driving under the influence is attributed to roughly 30% of all traffic fatalities. With so much on the line, it’s important to know your options when seeking ways to combat alcoholism. In this entry, we will discuss a few available treatment options.

“At risk drinking” is defined by most physicians as:

Males – More than 4 drinks/occasion or 14 drinks per week

Females – More than 3 drinks/occasion or 7 drinks per week

In order for an alcoholic to obtain help for their addiction, they must first possess the desire to overcome it. Alcoholics with no reason or drive to combat their dependency will find little help within the confines of 90 or 30 day rehab programs. If you suspect a loved of a drinking problem, the first step is communicating your concern to the individual. This can be accomplished in a private or group setting; the latter of which is more commonly known as an intervention.

Once an alcoholic has made the decision to seek help, the next step lies in choosing the appropriate means to combat the addiction. Treatment option information can be found via recovery blogs and facility websites. Simplified, your treatment options can be broken down into two distinct categories:

Residential and Outpatient

Residential inpatient therapy is best suited for individual with severe withdrawal symptoms, lack of social support, or a psychiatric illness. These facilities provide alcoholics with the attention and support they require without the distractions of a day-to-day living environment. Treatments include medical detox, group therapy and addiction counseling.

Outpatient therapy is typically only deemed appropriate for individual with moderate/mild withdrawal symptoms. Patients are afforded the opportunity to attend outpatient programs whilst still maintaining a job and residence away from the treatment facility.

AA is yet another means for the recovering alcoholic to combat their cravings. The program works by keeping members accountable through regular meetings, sponsors and the infamous 12 steps. Members are afforded the opportunity to share their experiences in relation to recovery and drinking while gaining support in their fight to maintain sobriety. AA is often introduced during rehabilitation with continued attendance encouraged post rehab program completion.

The road towards recovery is never an easy one. Those choosing this path must be prepared to sacrifice and strive for the greater good. Though it may take some time to realize the benefits of a successful recovery, the rewards and lifestyle associated with it are well worth the effort.