AUD affects 14.5 million people in the USA ages 12 and older, including 9 million males and 5.5 million females. This disorder not only puts patients at tremendous health risks, such as liver disease, diabetic complications, neurological disease, etc., but also affects their safety and quality of their lives at home and at work. These complications could include motor vehicle accidents, relationship problems, legal or financial issues, abuse of other substances, and many others. It is important for physicians to learn about new treatment options for their patients who may be suffering from AUD.
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