but they were really skinny, would they have to be on an illicit substance to be this way after drinking so much.i mean like every night, weekends etc.
2006-12-14 00:50:47 · 5 answers · asked by debra 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
This person is in a serious health crisis. Whether it's from drugs, alcohol or something else doesn't matter, they need to seek medical help immediately — then address whatever substance issues exist in their life.
2006-12-14 00:54:59 · answer #1 · answered by Reo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the question is, can skinny people be heavy drinkers, and not be using drugs? The answer to that is yes. We assume that heavy drinkers are overweight, because of all the carbs in the alcohol. But, that is just not true. Everyone has a different metabolism, and we can process the sugars and carbs differently. A lot of people who abuse alcohol, can use other drugs as well. However, it isnt a definite. In some cases, those who are alcoholics often abuse their bodies, and dont eat. This can also cause skinniness! Either way, it is not healthy. And, if this person is your friend, you should talk to them about why they like to drink, and what sort of help you can give them! Alcoholism is a disease, and a fatal one at that. Good Luck to you and your friend.
2006-12-14 09:00:34 · answer #2 · answered by thelaundryfairy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Alcohol withdrawal
Alcohol withdrawal differs significantly from withdrawal from other drugs in that it can be directly fatal. While it is possible for heroin addicts, for instance, to die from other health problems made worse by the strain of withdrawal, an otherwise healthy alcoholic can die from the direct effects of withdrawal if it is not properly managed. Heavy consumption of alcohol reduces the production of GABA, which is a neuroinhibitor. An abrupt stop of alcohol consumption can induce a condition where neither alcohol nor GABA exists in the system in adequate quantities, causing uncontrolled firing of the synapses. This manifests as hallucinations, shakes, convulsions, seizures, and possible heart failure, all of which are collectively referred to as delirium tremens.
2006-12-14 08:59:23 · answer #3 · answered by megalura 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no heavy drinking and a high metabolism will keep weight down. or drinking in lieu of eating will also keep weight down.
2006-12-14 08:55:39 · answer #4 · answered by BuddhaDaddy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
duh, obviously they're drinking and not eating dodo
2006-12-14 09:02:41 · answer #5 · answered by teecetwin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋