Many people have a risk of serious damage to the brain due to alcohol consumption. This was reported by the British charitable organization “Society Alzheimer”, which studies dementia, writes Express.
According to scientists, every tenth patient with dementia has problems with the brain arising from alcohol. Dementia, which arises with significant brain damage to alcohol is called Vernika-Korsakov syndrome.
According to their research, the first sign of alcohol dementia is the deterioration of memory. At the same time, the patient can fill out the gaps in the memory of the revealed events in which he will believe. In addition, the inability to perceive information, new skills and identity change can also talk about alcohol dementia.
Experts explained that alcohol suppresses the ability to absorb vitamin B1, which is necessary for the proper operation of the nervous system.
Previously, scientists from the University of Greifswald in Germany found out that the use of alcohol does not reduce the risks of premature death. According to the study, usually from alcohol refuse people with diseases that reduce life expectancy.