{"id":13372,"date":"2025-02-19T09:51:10","date_gmt":"2025-02-19T14:51:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/?p=13372"},"modified":"2025-02-19T09:51:10","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T14:51:10","slug":"how-drinking-alcohol-affects-eyes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/blog\/how-drinking-alcohol-affects-eyes\/","title":{"rendered":"How Alcohol Affects Eyes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW234229616 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW234229616 BCX0\">Reviewed by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/eyecare\/our-vision-experts\/sonia-kelley\">Sonia Kelley, OD, MS<\/a> on October 18, 2024<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW234229616 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alcohol is a commonly consumed substance, but its effects on the body extend far beyond the well-known impacts on the liver and brain. Among the various organs alcohol can affect, the eyes are often overlooked.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From short-term vision impairments to potential long-term damage, alcohol can influence your eyesight. Below, we explore how drinking affects eyesight and why it leads to certain symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW43844775 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW43844775 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">How<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW43844775 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\"> Drinking Affects Eyesight<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alcohol is a depressant, meaning it slows down brain function. This can impair your ability to process visual information. It also causes a series of other physical and chemical changes in your body. Many of these changes have a negative effect on your vision, as well.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After drinking, you may notice blurred vision, difficulty focusing, and slower reaction times. These are all caused by how alcohol interferes with your brain\u2019s coordination and ability to communicate with the eyes.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alcohol can also disrupt the muscles that control eye movement. This makes it harder for your eyes to track objects. It\u2019s why your vision may feel &#8220;wobbly&#8221; or out of focus after a few drinks. It\u2019s also why law enforcement officers assess eye coordination and eye movement if a driver is suspected of driving under the influence.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Other <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">alcohol eye<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> symptoms include:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Red or bloodshot eyes<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Eye dryness<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Decreased eye muscle control<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reduced peripheral vision<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased eye twitching<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"6\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Minimized contrast perception<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"7\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Increased light sensitivity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\u25cf\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\u25cf&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"8\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Slowed pupillary reaction<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW64160618 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW64160618 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Do Your Pupils Dilate When You Drink?<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes, alcohol can cause your pupils to dilate. The sympathetic nervous system controls pupil dilation, and the parasympathetic nervous system controls pupil constriction. Some studies suggest that alcohol consumption boosts sympathetic system activity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As a result, your <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">pupils when drunk<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> may become larger than normal. Dilated pupils make it harder for your eyes to adjust to light, which can cause light sensitivity after drinking. This is one of the reasons why many people choose to wear <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/sunglasses\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">sunglasses<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> the next morning.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13380 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-26-2.jpg\" alt=\"A closeup of a blue eye with a dilated pupil\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-26-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-26-2-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-26-2-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-26-2-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-26-2-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pupil dilation is a temporary effect of drinking alcohol. Your pupils typically return to normal after the alcohol leaves your system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW183421371 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW183421371 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Why Do My Eyes Get Red When I Drink?<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bloodshot eyes are another common symptom of alcohol use. When you drink, alcohol causes the blood vessels in your eyes to expand \u2014 a reaction called vasodilation. It allows more blood to flow into the small vessels in the eyes, which is why your <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">eyes get red when you drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Vasodilation is also why some experience facial redness or heat when drinking alcohol.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In some cases, excessive drinking can also lead to dry eyes. Eye dryness can then make redness and discomfort worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW24661717 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24661717 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">What <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW24661717 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Does Alcohol Do to Your Peripheral Vision?<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Alcohol consumption affects many aspects of vision, and peripheral vision is no exception. <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peripheral vision<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> refers to the ability to see objects outside of your direct line of sight. It&#8217;s crucial for spatial awareness and tasks like driving and walking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13381 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-27-2.jpg\" alt=\"An out of focus view of cars outside of a car window\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-27-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-27-2-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-27-2-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-27-2-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-27-2-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Drinking alcohol may decrease your sensitivity to what\u2019s happening in your peripheral vision. This can make it difficult to see objects or motion on the sides of your vision \u2014 an effect known as \u201ctunnel vision.\u201d Tunnel vision can be dangerous, particularly when driving or doing activities that require spatial awareness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW75591691 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW75591691 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Effects of Alcohol on Eyesight<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Moderate drinking may cause only temporary vision issues. But prolonged or heavy drinking can lead to more severe, long-term damage to your eyesight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One of the most significant risks is the development of optic neuropathy. This is a condition in which the optic nerve is damaged. It can result in reduced visual clarity, color perception, and peripheral vision. In some cases, the damage is irreversible, leading to permanent vision loss.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chronic alcohol abuse may also increase someone\u2019s risk for cataracts and macular degeneration. Both conditions involve the gradual deterioration of vision over time. Alcohol\u2019s damage to the cells and tissues in the eye can speed them up or make them worse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"TextRun SCXW178485601 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW178485601 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 3\">Can Alcohol Affect Eyesight Permanently?<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Yes, alcohol can affect eyesight permanently, especially with prolonged abuse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Besides the conditions mentioned above, chronic alcohol use can lead to vitamin deficiencies. In particular, it can lead to thiamine deficiency. Also called vitamin B1, thiamine is important for preserving healthy vision. A severe deficiency can result in Wernicke&#8217;s encephalopathy. This is a condition that affects both the brain and eyes, leading to significant vision problems.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">alcohol eye<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> effects are temporary for people who only drink occasionally and in moderation. Once the alcohol metabolizes and leaves the body, symptoms resolve on their own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW178203571 BCX0\" lang=\"EN\" xml:lang=\"EN\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW178203571 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Can an Eye Exam Detect Alcoholism?<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Chronic alcohol abuse can cause damage to the eyes, such as blood-vessel and nerve damage. These may be detectable during an eye exam, but the exam can\u2019t directly diagnose alcoholism.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-13382 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-28-2.jpg\" alt=\"A woman with short gray hair having an eye exam\" width=\"900\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-28-2.jpg 900w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-28-2-300x233.jpg 300w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-28-2-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-28-2-669x520.jpg 669w, https:\/\/img.ebdcdn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/In-content-28-2-321x250.jpg 321w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you&#8217;re concerned about the effects of alcohol on your vision or health, it\u2019s important to speak openly with both your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eyebuydirect.com\/eyecare\/find-eye-doctor\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">eye doctor<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and healthcare provider.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134245417&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:360}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Reviewed by Sonia Kelley, OD, MS on October 18, 2024\u00a0 Alcohol is a commonly consumed substance, but its effects on the body extend far beyond the well-known impacts on the liver and brain. 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