Alcohol is clearly linked to several types of cancer. While the connection between alcohol consumption and prostate cancer is not certain, heavy drinking can still affect your health and make treatment less safe. Beer, wine, and liquor all have alcohol, so how much and how often you drink matters more than the type of drink. Alcohol can also interact with medications and may cause sleep problems, falls, liver issues, and changes in mood, blood pressure, or weight. Many people decide to stop or reduce drinking after being diagnosed.
Alcohol questions patients often ask infographic.