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It is incredibly uncommon for people who do not have an addiction to alcohol, and drink a lot of water.

However, those of the people who are addicted to alcohol, can severely damage and even kill a kidney within their body. It is also beneficial to keep in mind the human body has 2 kidneys, and can survive with only 1.

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