Yes, alcohol can affect other tissues as well. For instance, in the pancreas, chronic alcohol use can lead to pancreatitis, characterized by inflammation and eventual fibrosis. In the nervous system, alcohol can cause neuronal degeneration and demyelination, leading to cognitive deficits and neuropathies. The gastrointestinal tract can also be affected, with increased risk of gastritis, ulcers, and _hyperlink_ gastrointestinal cancers.
