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Stomach Pain And Shoulder Pain When Drinking Alcohol. Rise In Body Temperature And Redness In Face
Hi, Every time I drink alcohol with a high sugar content (UV Blue, Smirnoff Ice, etc.) I get horrible pains in my upper stomach and a dull throbbing in my shoulders. It s not something that has just happened, it s been going on for about 3 or 4 years. I m 20 and it only seems to be getting worse, I also notice a rise in body temperature and my face turns a bright shade of red. It typically only takes one mixed drink of UV Blue or two wine coolers for the pain to begin and the pain lasts for about 10 to 15 minutes. I m 5 2, 220 pounds, with pale skin, blonde, hair and blue eyes. I eat candy and drink soda with no problem. Its only alcoholic drinks with high sugar that cause the pain. Thank you!
Tue, 18 Jun 2013
Hi,
You seem to be allergic to one of the ingredients in your drinks. I feel sugar is not the culprit, but some other ingredient, maybe malt or some of the additives used. So try some other drinks and see how your body reacts. Also remember that alcohol can also increase the likelihood of developing allergy to other foods, so you need to note what you eat with your drinks. Over time, you'll be able to identify the offending agent and be able to avoid it.
Hope this has been of help. Best wishes.
You seem to be allergic to one of the ingredients in your drinks. I feel sugar is not the culprit, but some other ingredient, maybe malt or some of the additives used. So try some other drinks and see how your body reacts. Also remember that alcohol can also increase the likelihood of developing allergy to other foods, so you need to note what you eat with your drinks. Over time, you'll be able to identify the offending agent and be able to avoid it.
Hope this has been of help. Best wishes.
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