My father has had the habit of consuming alcohol for the past many years. Can alcohol increase his risk of developing cancer?

Q. Can alcohol increase the risk of developing cancer in the body?

Answered by
Dr. J N Naidu
and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
This is a premium question & answer published on Jun 05, 2023

Hello doctor,

My aunt has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and the doctor said it is in a very late stage. We have been trying hard to help her cope. She is on radio and chemotherapy. My father has had the habit of consuming alcohol for the past many years. I am worried that cancer can affect anyone in the family. How to prevent it?

Please help.

#

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query and understood your concern.

Alcohol mainly damages the liver. Alcoholism can adversely affect all organs in the body. So, I suggest your father avoid smoking, drinking alcohol, and carbonated beverages. He should avoid consuming preserved food items, fatty foods, and excess salt, and sugar. He should eat more boiled vegetables and fruits. He should exercise regularly and do intermittent fasting to prevent diseases.

I hope this has helped you.

Thanks and regards.


Was this answer helpful?

 | 

Same symptoms doesn’t mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!



Related Questions:
Please suggest pills to stop alcoholism without the person knowing.

Respected doctor, I would like to know about the remedies or medicines for alcoholism for my husband who drinks a lot almost daily and has a bad habit of eating pan and ghutka ...   Read full

Cancer Screening Tests - An Overview

.. valuable for early detection, treatment planning, and cancer prevention. Read this article to know more about cancer screening .. ...   Read full

Human Papilloma Virus - HPV Vaccine and Cancer Prevention

.. prevent cancer sounds like a distant dream, but it is true. The HPV vaccine is available widely, which can prevent your children from many future cancers. This article is to create awareness regarding this vaccine .   Read full

Also Read Answers From:

ideaComprehensive Medical Second Opinion.Submit your Case

Also Read


PCOS and Liver Problems
The hormonal imbalances in polycystic ovary syndrome could cause liver diseases. Read the article to know the relationship between these medical conditions.  Read more»
Inferior Alveolar Nerve Lateralization Technique
The inferior alveolar nerve lateralization technique is a surgical lateralization technique to reposition the nerve. Read the article to know more about this.  Read more»
COVID-19 and Ebola: Similarities and Differences
This article gives a comparison and broader overview of the outbreak of the two deadliest diseases that showed a greater incidence over the last two decades.  Read more»

Ask your health query to a doctor online?

Ask a Medical Oncologist Now

* guaranteed answer within 4 hours.

Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.