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What Causes Severe Weight Loss In An Alcohol Addict?
My brother drinks one 750ml bottle a day everyday , he is 55 and does not look or seem to be the worst for it I am very concerned as his nose is red , he has lost weight and does not want to socialize anymore , he only works 2 half days a week ...His wife still pays for everything ....I am 60 and he looks 10 years older than me How can i start to help him ??
Mon, 23 Sep 2019
Hello,
Weight loss in chronic alcoholics starts with lack of nutrients and proper food habits. You must help him by taking to a de-addiction center at the earliest.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr K. V. Anand, Psychologist
Weight loss in chronic alcoholics starts with lack of nutrients and proper food habits. You must help him by taking to a de-addiction center at the earliest.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr K. V. Anand, Psychologist
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