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Julie D
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 Posted: 07/17/06 - 05:30 Post subject: Alcohol problems/ intolerance |
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| I am a 42 year old woman and I'm not sure I have an alcohol intolerance. I can have a couple of drinks and really enjoy them. About 2 hours after my last drink, I'll get anxious and restless. It seems by body is having trouble breaking it down. I can't go near caffeine in any form and sugary and processed foods can "hype" me up. I have a "love/hate" relationship with alcohol, as I enjoy drinking. Sometimes the problem is really bad and other times it is hardly there. Probably feel it 80% of the time. Unfortunately I drink thinking it will be the lucky 20%. I'm looking at allergy treatments but not sure if they will benefit me. I would appreciate any feedback. |
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tlee
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| Posted: 09/08/06 - 17:49 Post subject: Alcohol problems/intolerance response |
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Hi Julie,
I am a 41 year old woman that has very similar symptoms that you have. Unfortunately, mine has gotten to the point where I can't drink at all because I feel terrible a few hours after (heart palpitations, anxiousness, chest feels tight). It only takes one glass to feel the symptoms. I've found out through a very good doctor that my adrenals are exhausted and that my body can't handle the alcohol. He's put me on supplements and I have to watch what I eat too. I can't have caffeine, sugar(very minimal), processed foods, anything with MSG and refined foods.
Have you had your adrenals tested? My primary physician and endocrinologist did not do a thorough exam. I saw another endocrinologist out of pocket and I had a saliva test done which determined my adrenal fatigue. Maybe you could look into that. Also, another consideration is that your hypoglycemic?
Hope this helps. I am having a thorough allergy test done next week to rule out any other cause of my symptoms. Ofcourse, ths is another out of pocket expense that my insurance doesn't cover but its worth it in the long run. |
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| Posted: 12/24/07 - 16:57 Post subject: Alcohol intolerance |
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| I usually feel my symptoms after I go to bed and try to sleep. My heart races, I am anxious, and feel really sweaty hot. As much as I like to have a few drinks after a rough day or to celebrate I'm coming to the conclusion I can't drink at all if I want to enjoy a good night's sleep and function the next day. |
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| Posted: 05/06/08 - 05:48 Post subject: Alcohol Intolerance |
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| I have the same symptoms. I usually feel fine while drinking two or three drinks, but once I try to go to bed, my heart starts racing, my head spins, my stomach hurts, and my body temperature rises. I cannot fall or stay asleep. Depending on what I ate, I may make several trips to the bathroom in the middle of the night. The first time this happened, I thought it was a result of something I ate, now that it has happened a few times, I am starting to see a pattern. |
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