alcohol neuropathy or cirrhosis

[yobuck]

Would like some help.  How long does it take one to get  alcohol neuropathy or cirrhosis?  I have been drinking only beer for about 3 years (lite beer actually). If you break it down to an average, I have been drinking on average about 4 beers a day, some days more and some days not at all, while some days would reach 8 to 10.  That's why I say an average of 4.  Just wondering what my changes of getting alcohol neuropathy or cirrhosis would be.

I am asking this question because I am starting to get mild tingling in my hands
Hand.  I am 55 male, and just wondering if this is alcohol neuropathy or cirrhosis.  I know it could be plenty of other things but I have to start somewhere.

[Paderla Anitha, DNB]

Hello and hope you are doing well.

The most probable cause for tingling hands and feet is neuropathy, a disorder of the nerves. Most common cause is diabetes. This happens with metabolic disorders, vitamin deficiencies, infections and traumatic injuries. The tingling and palpitations need proper evaluation by your GP, please consult him for a neurological assessment.

Hope this helped and do keep us posted.

[rpooo]

It's not likely that alcohol is the problem but simple blood work can tell you a lot. That would be the best place to start.

Lab work can assist in the diagnosis of many problems and allow your doctor to know what is going on with you as there are many things it can be. In my opinion cirrhosis or peripheral neuropathy is unlikely but alcohol can effect many other things going on. I would not leave this undiagnosed as it can be something very serious. Please see your doc asap.

Randy