What medical condition could be suspected for an individual who reports regularly consuming large amounts of alcohol, has inadequate food intake, and shows signs of poor muscle coordination, paralysis of the eye muscles, and damaged nerves?

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This condition is caused by thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency, which can occur in individuals who chronically consume large amounts of alcohol and have inadequate food intake. The symptoms include poor muscle coordination, paralysis of the eye muscles, and damaged nerves. Osteoporosis and heart disease are not directly associated with alcohol consumption and inadequate food intake, while stomach ulcers may cause abdominal pain but not the other symptoms described.

What Medical Condition Could Be Suspected for an Individual Who