The Language of Shakespeare. The English language has changed a great deal over the last few hundred years, and it is still changing. Several words in use during Shakespeare's day either have different meanings today or have been nearly forgotten. Here is a list of some of the most common words in Shakespeare with which you might not be familiar. There is also a link to a printable version of this list at the bottom of the page.
Heart: Drinking a lot over a long time or too much on a single occasion can damage the heart, causing problems including: 1  Cardiomyopathy â Stretching and drooping of heart muscle. 2  Arrhythmias â Irregular heart beat. 3  Stroke. 4  High blood pressure.
Print This Page. Alcohol can have a toxic effect on nerve tissue, and alcohol abuse is a frequent cause of neuropathy. People suffering from alcoholic neuropathy may feel burning and tingling sensations in their feet, which may persist or may last from a few months to a few years. People with alcoholic neuropathy who stop drinking, may alleviate their current symptoms and prevent further nerve deterioration.