Long-term alcohol use can have significant physical effects on the body. It dehydrates the skin, leading to a dull, dry and wrinkled complexion with dilated capillaries causing redness in the nose and face. Heavy drinking also causes bloodshot eyes and sometimes jaundice. The throat, stomach, and intestines become irritated and damaged, increasing risks of ulcers, bleeding, and cancer. The liver accumulates fat and becomes inflamed and scarred over time. Heavy drinking weakens the heart, increases blood pressure and risk of heart attacks and strokes. It also damages the lungs, brain, and reproductive system. Long-term effects include serious conditions like cirrhosis, various cancers, heart and