Wernicke Korsakoff Syndrome

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I am a 49 year old female. I've always been a bit of a heavy drinker when I drink, and I believe it's catching up to me. I don't drink every day, and it can be a week before I'll have one. But then on that day, it can be from 3-4 beers, to 6-7 with 1 or 2 shots. I know it's binge drinking. I'd say on average it's twice a week. I know my nutrition intake is terrible, and I believe I'm severely deficient in several vitamins and minerals. Im 108lbs, 5ft tall. I'm having gait problems, vision issues, cognitive problems, and extreme fatigue. I often use a cane now. My doctors are checking me for MS, and believe I have it, but I'm not convinced. Waiting on the MRI. I think this could be wernicke syndrome, or the start of it. Any thoughts?

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It is difficult to even take a random guess at this, sometimes these types of symptoms are just caused by damage from alcohol abuse.

At this point, I think you're just going to have to wait on the MRI and see what it shows. It has already been proven that alcohol abuse can kill brain cells and do permanent damage.

I'd suggest that you also come clean about that with your doctors. It may help them to know what they are looking for and what your options are, plus you should get help with it.

Are there any other questions or concerns?

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No, you pretty much voiced what I was thinking. Thank you for your thoughts!

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