yes but so can many other things. if you or someone that you know are having "kidney issues" it would be in their best interest to see a medical provider so they can be properly examined and carefully evaluated. not only can alcohol abuse lead to kidney disease and failure but it can also lead to a multitude of other health conditions. alcohol abuse can lead to high blood pressure damage to the heart muscle an irregular heartbeat and put the individual at risk for stroke and heart attack. however research has revealed that moderate alcohol use especially drinking red wine may actually prevent heart disease of the coronary artery. alcohol abuse may have the most detrimental impact on the liver. the most recognized and common effect of alcohol on the body is cirrhosis of the liver which is scarring on the liver meaning the liver shows multiple striations. cirrhosis is not reversible; once the damage is done it is there permanently and over time can lead to liver failure and be fatal. ascites is another condition that is related to the damaging effect of alcohol abuse to the liver. alcohol abuse interferes with brain function and may influence how the brain processes information as well as the way the brain controls the body. excessive alcohol consumption can interrupt brain signals which relate mood changes and behavior. alcohol use can interfere with the brain’s ability of motor control which is why an individual stumbles when they are drunk. other health related complications excessive alcohol abuse can lead to the development of: • arthritis • depression • insomnia • anxiety • memory issues • dementia gallus detox center is a private inpatient detox facility which specializes in iv therapy medical detox. if you have questions about our facility or detox method please call us at 855-338-6929. hi drinking too much alcohol even for a completely healthy person can cause heart disease liver disease high blood pressure and kidney disease so the answer your looking for is yes. if its that bad just try giving it up you could become a very healthy person. good luck
can alcohol abuse cause kidney issues?