Malnutrition then puts the alcohol user at risk for other health problems since the alcoholic may not be strong enough to fight off disease. Again, alcohol is associated with organ inflammation, in this case, pancreatitis. There is a strong correlation between chronic alcohol use and pancreatitis - which develops insidiously, or slowly, over time, though it has been found to occur with binge drinking. Nausea, vomiting, and pain are experienced by those with pancrecatitis. Insulin production can also be impaired by alcohol use, which can lead to diabetes.
Alcohol interferes with liver functioning.
Inflammation of liver cells causing blockage in the liver. Initially, the liver becomes fatty which causes liver function to be decreased. Some alcohol abusers develop alcohol hepatitis or inflammation of the liver. Death can occur if not properly identified and treated. Cirrhosis of the liver can occur with years of episode alcohol consumption.