title: Alcoholism.
abstract: Alcoholism is a major health problem that impinges on a multitude of areas. This article will emphasize common primary care presentations, diagnosis, genetics, epidemiology, medical complications, and management.
authors.affiliation: VA Medical Center, Iowa City, Iowa.
authors.forename: B L
authors.initials: BL
authors.lastname: Cook
authors.forename: M J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Garvey
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Shukla
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000428:Alcohol Drinking / Q000523:psychology; D000437:Alcoholism / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008370:Manuals as Topic; D011581:Psychological Tests; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D012307:Risk Factors