👉 Drunk fluid, also known as alcohol-induced hyponatremia or central hyponatremia, is a condition that occurs when excessive alcohol consumption leads to an imbalance in sodium levels within the body's fluids. When alcohol is metabolized, it can cause the kidneys to retain water and dilute the sodium concentration in the bloodstream. This dilution of sodium, or hyponatremia, can result in cellular swelling, particularly in the brain, leading to symptoms ranging from mild confusion and headache to severe neurological impairment or even coma. The term "drunk fluid" refers to the accumulation of this diluted fluid in the body, which is a direct consequence of prolonged alcohol use and its impact on the body's fluid balance.
