Light-to-moderate alcohol consumption is associated with a reduced risk of overall dementia; however, moderate-to-heavy alcohol consumption is a risk factor for the development of dementia prior to age 65. Here we describe a case report of a 51-year-old man whose clinical presentation is consistent with dementia related to alcohol consumption.

To describe the clinical case of a patient with a probable diagnosis of dementia related to alcohol consumption.

This report aims to understand the role of alcohol consumption as a risk factor for dementia.

This report contains a case report and a literature review that was performed using Pubmed and Medscape.

Although a gradual improvement in cognitive ability with prolonged abstinence can occur, some cognitive impairments appeared to persist despite prolonged periods of abstinence. Thus, the avoidance of excessive alcohol consumption is crucial for the prevention of this disease.