Long-term and frequent alcohol consumption can lead to a significant amount of inflammation, which is a major contributor to aneurysms. Research also shows that greater alcohol use may make it far more likely that an aneurysm will rupture. However, former alcohol use did not affect aneurysms once a person abstained from drinking. Researchers advise that people with unruptured aneurysms should stop drinking alcohol immediately.

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