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Itchy Red Rashes After Alcohol Consumption. Allergy?
Every time I drink alcohol, even just half a glass (beer, wine, hard liquor) I get red itchy rashes. It start with my cheeks, goes up to my ears ( they feel very hot ) and after goes to my neck, chest, arms. And it's very itchy. Am I allergic to alcohol? Before giving birth to my son, I never had that kind of reaction (my son is now 3). I never drink while being pregnant and I breastfed for 1 1/2 years after so I wasn't drinking.
Sat, 18 May 2013
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Dr. Sharmila Bura's
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Hello, It is not a difficult task to deal with alcohol allergy. Many people who have undergone the unwarranted symptoms may abstain from drinking alcohol. It is the best way of preventing any further alcohol related problems.
The second most important factor is to know which alcoholic beverage he is drinking. For example if a person is allergic to grapes, than he should avoid drinking wine. If a person has allergy from yeast, then he should not drink beer and so on.
Thirdly it is always preferable to limit the number of drinks.
Antihistamines are sometime useful in reducing itching and hives. However they have to be used only after consulting the doctor. This is because antihistamines may cause drowsiness.
For itching and skin troubles resulting from alcohol allergy, apply cold water or cold milk on the affected area. Wear lose fitting cotton clothes. Regards.
The second most important factor is to know which alcoholic beverage he is drinking. For example if a person is allergic to grapes, than he should avoid drinking wine. If a person has allergy from yeast, then he should not drink beer and so on.
Thirdly it is always preferable to limit the number of drinks.
Antihistamines are sometime useful in reducing itching and hives. However they have to be used only after consulting the doctor. This is because antihistamines may cause drowsiness.
For itching and skin troubles resulting from alcohol allergy, apply cold water or cold milk on the affected area. Wear lose fitting cotton clothes. Regards.
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