Kac
Diagnostyka i diagnoza

Kac to zespół objawów pojawiających się po ustąpieniu stężenia alkoholu we krwi do zera, obejmujący m.in. ból głowy, nudności, zmęczenie, suchość w ustach, przyspieszony puls i podwyższone ciśnienie krwi. Objawy te występują zwykle w ciągu 12 godzin po spożyciu alkoholu i mogą utrzymywać się ponad 24 godziny. Diagnoza opiera się na subiektywnej ocenie pacjenta, gdyż brak jest obiektywnych biomarkerów. W badaniach stosuje się skale oceny nasilenia objawów, takie jak Hangover Symptom Scale (HSS), Acute Hangover Scale (AHS), Alcohol Hangover Severity Scale (AHSS) oraz bardziej kompleksowy Alcohol Hangover Questionnaire (AHQ). Kac różni się od zespołu odstawienia alkoholu krótszym czasem trwania, brakiem halucynacji i drgawek oraz występowaniem po jednorazowym spożyciu alkoholu. Mechanizmy patofizjologiczne obejmują odwodnienie (spowodowane hamowaniem wazopresyny), toksyczność aldehydu octowego, odpowiedź zapalną, podrażnienie błony śluzowej żołądka, hipoglikemię oraz zaburzenia snu. Czynniki wpływające na nasilenie kaca to m.in. ilość i rodzaj spożytego alkoholu, indywidualna tolerancja, wiek, płeć, stan nawodnienia oraz jakość snu.

kaca”>Diagnostyka Kaca (Hangovers Diagnostics)

Kac jest zespołem objawów, które występują po epizodzie nadmiernego spożycia alkoholu, gdy stężenie alkoholu we krwi spada i zbliża się do zera. Diagnoza kaca jest zwykle oparta na samoocenie objawów, a nie na profesjonalnej ocenie medycznej.12 Większość osób potrafi sama zdiagnozować kaca na podstawie znajomości swoich objawów i świadomości uprzedniego spożycia alkoholu.34

Samodiagnoza kaca

Kac jest zwykle łatwy do rozpoznania, ponieważ objawy występują w ciągu 12 godzin po zakończeniu picia alkoholu i są bezpośrednio związane z uprzednim spożyciem alkoholu.5 Jeśli odczuwasz nieprzyjemne objawy po spożyciu alkoholu, najprawdopodobniej masz kaca.6 Objawy kaca są najbardziej nasilone, gdy stężenie alkoholu we krwi spada do zera i mogą utrzymywać się przez 24 godziny lub dłużej.7

Objawy kaca mogą się różnić w zależności od osoby i od ilości spożytego alkoholu, ale zwykle obejmują:89

  • Zmęczenie i osłabienie10
  • Suchość w ustach i nadmierne pragnienie11
  • Ból głowy12
  • Nudności i wymioty13
  • Bóle mięśni14
  • Zawroty głowy15
  • Zaburzenia snu16
  • Problemy z koncentracją17
  • Zwiększona wrażliwość na światło i dźwięk18
  • Niepokój, drażliwość lub obniżony nastrój19
  • Przyspieszony puls i podwyższone ciśnienie krwi20

Skale oceny kaca

Obecnie nie istnieje obiektywna metoda diagnostyczna ani biomarker, który mógłby być używany do wiarygodnego rozpoznania kaca lub określenia nasilenia jego objawów. Diagnoza kaca opiera się więc na subiektywnym zgłaszaniu objawów.21

W badaniach naukowych stosuje się trzy powszechnie używane skale oceny objawów kaca:22

  • Hangover Symptom Scale (HSS) – Skala Objawów Kaca
  • Acute Hangover Scale (AHS) – Skala Ostrego Kaca
  • Alcohol Hangover Severity Scale (AHSS) – Skala Nasilenia Kaca Alkoholowego

Każda z tych skal wymaga od uczestników oceny obecności lub braku różnych objawów kaca, wraz z ich nasileniem (zazwyczaj w skali od 0 do 10). Badania sugerują również, że jednopunktowa ocena kaca w skali od 0 (brak) do 10 (ekstremalny) może być bardziej skuteczna w dokładnym diagnozowaniu i ocenie nasilenia kaca, ponieważ obejmuje wszystkie indywidualne objawy doświadczane przez pijącego i ich postrzegany wpływ na codzienne aktywności, nastrój i funkcjonowanie.23

Bardziej kompleksowym narzędziem jest Alcohol Hangover Questionnaire (AHQ), który zawiera listę 19 powszechnych objawów ostrego kaca alkoholowego i pozwala osobie ocenić nasilenie każdego doświadczanego objawu.24

Różnicowanie kaca od innych stanów

Kac a zespół odstawienia alkoholu

Istnieje pewne nakładanie się objawów kaca i łagodnych objawów odstawienia alkoholu, co prowadzi do twierdzenia, że kac jest manifestacją łagodnego odstawienia. Kace mogą jednak wystąpić po jednorazowym piciu, podczas gdy odstawienie występuje zazwyczaj po wielokrotnych, powtarzających się epizodach picia.2526

Inne różnice między kacem a zespołem odstawienia alkoholu obejmują:2728

  • Krótszy okres upośledzenia (godziny w przypadku kaca w porównaniu do kilku dni w przypadku odstawienia)
  • Brak halucynacji i drgawek w przypadku kaca
  • Kac występuje po jednorazowym epizodzie picia, a objawy odstawienia pojawiają się u osób uzależnionych od alkoholu
  • Objawy kaca ustępują zazwyczaj w ciągu 24 godzin, podczas gdy objawy odstawienia mogą trwać przez wiele dni i przebiegać w wielu fazach

Osoby doświadczające częstych kaców powinny skonsultować się z lekarzem, ponieważ może to wskazywać na problem z alkoholem, w tym możliwe uzależnienie.2930

Kac a zatrucie alkoholem

Ciężkie objawy po intensywnym piciu mogą być objawem zatrucia alkoholem, które jest stanem zagrażającym życiu. Zatrucie alkoholem to poważny i czasami śmiertelny wynik spożycia dużych ilości alkoholu w krótkim czasie.3132

Objawy zatrucia alkoholem, które wymagają natychmiastowej pomocy medycznej, obejmują:33

  • Dezorientację
  • Wymioty
  • Drgawki
  • Bladą, siną skórę
  • Spowolniony oddech (wdychanie i wydychanie mniej niż osiem razy na minutę)
  • Nieregularny oddech (przerwy 10 sekund lub dłuższe między oddechami)
  • Nietypowe uczucie zimna
  • Utratę przytomności i niemożność wybudzenia

Fizjologia kaca

Mechanizmy powstawania kaca

Objawy kaca przypisuje się kilku przyczynom, w tym bezpośrednim fizjologicznym skutkom działania alkoholu na mózg i inne narządy, skutkom usunięcia alkoholu z tych narządów po ekspozycji (tj. odstawienie), fizjologicznym skutkom związków powstałych w wyniku metabolizmu alkoholu (tj. metabolitów), szczególnie aldehydu octowego, oraz czynnikom niealkoholowym.34

Główne mechanizmy powstawania kaca obejmują:353637

  • Odwodnienie – Alkohol powoduje zwiększone wydalanie moczu poprzez hamowanie uwalniania hormonu antydiuretycznego (wazopresyny) z przysadki mózgowej, co prowadzi do odwodnienia
  • Toksyczność aldehydu octowego – Aldehyd octowy jest toksycznym metabolitem alkoholu, który gromadzi się w organizmie i powoduje ból głowy, nudności oraz inne objawy
  • Odpowiedź zapalna – Alkohol wywołuje odpowiedź zapalną układu odpornościowego, powodując wydzielanie cytokin, które mogą prowadzić do objawów podobnych do choroby
  • Podrażnienie żołądka – Alkohol podrażnia błonę śluzową żołądka i zwiększa produkcję kwasu, powodując ból brzucha, nudności lub wymioty
  • Spadek poziomu cukru we krwi – Alkohol może obniżyć poziom cukru we krwi, powodując zmęczenie, osłabienie i drżenie
  • Zaburzenia snu – Alkohol zapobiega regenerującemu snowi, powodując senność, ale jednocześnie uniemożliwiając osiągnięcie fazy snu REM niezbędnej do odpoczynku

Czynniki wpływające na nasilenie kaca

Nasilenie objawów kaca zależy od wielu czynników:383940

  • Ilość spożytego alkoholu – Im więcej alkoholu spożyto, tym większe prawdopodobieństwo wystąpienia i nasilenie kaca
  • Rodzaj spożytego alkoholu – Napoje alkoholowe zawierające większe ilości kongenerów (substancji powstających podczas fermentacji i destylacji) mogą powodować cięższe kace
  • Indywidualna tolerancja – Niektóre osoby mają genetyczną odporność na kaca, podczas gdy inne mogą doświadczyć kaca po niewielkiej ilości alkoholu
  • Wiek – Z wiekiem kace mogą być intensywniejsze ze względu na zmiany w metabolizmie alkoholu
  • Płeć – Kobiety mogą doświadczać silniejszych kaców ze względu na różnice w metabolizmie alkoholu
  • Stan nawodnienia – Picie alkoholu przy odwodnieniu może nasilić objawy kaca
  • Spożycie pokarmu – Picie na pusty żołądek może zwiększyć wchłanianie alkoholu i nasilić kaca
  • Jakość snu – Zaburzenia snu spowodowane alkoholem mogą pogorszyć objawy kaca

Narzędzia diagnostyczne

Ankiety i kwestionariusze

Wprawdzie nie istnieją formalne testy diagnostyczne dla kaca, jednak w badaniach naukowych stosuje się kilka narzędzi do oceny objawów kaca:41

  • Hangover Symptom Scale (HSS) – Zawiera pytania dotyczące częstotliwości występowania różnych objawów kaca
  • Acute Hangover Scale (AHS) – Koncentruje się na natychmiastowych objawach kaca
  • Alcohol Hangover Severity Scale (AHSS) – Ocenia nasilenie objawów kaca
  • Alcohol Hangover Questionnaire (AHQ) – Kompleksowe narzędzie zawierające 19 powszechnych objawów kaca

Badania zidentyfikowały aż 47 różnych objawów, które mogą być doświadczane podczas stanu kaca alkoholowego. Ostatnie badanie przeprowadzone wśród 1837 osób pijących alkohol towarzysko zbadało obecność i nasilenie najczęstszych objawów kaca.42

Diagnostyka różnicowa

Podczas diagnostyki kaca należy rozważyć inne stany, które mogą powodować podobne objawy:4344

  • Zespół odstawienia alkoholu – Występuje u osób uzależnionych od alkoholu po zaprzestaniu lub znacznym zmniejszeniu spożycia; objawy są zazwyczaj cięższe i trwają dłużej niż kac
  • Zatrucie alkoholem – Stan zagrażający życiu wymagający natychmiastowej pomocy medycznej
  • Nietolerancja alkoholu – Zaburzenie metaboliczne powodujące nieprawidłowe przetwarzanie alkoholu przez organizm
  • Alergia na składniki napojów alkoholowych – Reakcja alergiczna na składniki zawarte w napojach alkoholowych, takie jak białka LTP (białka przenoszące lipidy)
  • Migrena – Alkohol może być czynnikiem wyzwalającym migrenę u podatnych osób
  • Odwodnienie – Może powodować ból głowy, zmęczenie i nudności podobne do objawów kaca

Specyficzne typy kaca

Kac emocjonalny (Hangxiety)

Termin „hangxiety” opisuje niepokój związany z kacem, czyli doświadczenie lęku, które pojawia się po spożyciu alkoholu. Według wyników badania, hangxiety doświadcza około 22% osób poniżej 30 roku życia.4546

Hangxiety nie jest formalną diagnozą, ale popularnym terminem opisującym powszechnie występujące doświadczenie niepokoju po spożyciu alkoholu. Osoby cierpiące na zaburzenia lękowe lub mające naturalnie wysoki poziom lęku mogą być bardziej podatne na doświadczanie hangxiety.47

Objawy hangxiety obejmują:4849

  • Zwiększone poczucie lęku lub zmartwienia
  • Obniżony nastrój
  • Uczucie żalu
  • Wstyd lub zakłopotanie związane z zachowaniem pod wpływem alkoholu
  • Ogólne poczucie nerwowości
  • Przyspieszony rytm serca
  • Ospałość i brak energii
  • Trudności ze snem
  • Trudności z koncentracją i skupieniem uwagi w wyniku zwiększonego niepokoju

Hangxiety jest wynikiem zmian w chemii mózgu spowodowanych przez alkohol. Podczas rozpadu alkoholu w organizmie, mózg pracuje nad przywróceniem normalnej równowagi chemicznej, zmniejszając poziom GABA (redukując uczucie spokoju) i zwiększając glutaminian (powodując większy niepokój).5051

Kac po innych substancjach

Kac nie jest zjawiskiem ograniczonym wyłącznie do alkoholu. Podobne objawy mogą wystąpić po użyciu innych substancji:52

  • Kac po marihuanie – Występuje po intensywnym używaniu konopi indyjskich, charakteryzuje się uczuciem otępienia, zamglenia umysłu i letargu. Objawy obejmują zaczerwienienie oczu, suchość w ustach, odwodnienie, letarg, zmniejszoną czujność, upośledzenie koordynacji i percepcji głębi, upośledzenie pamięci oraz problemy z uczeniem się.53
  • Kac po opioidach – Może wystąpić po nadużyciu leków opioidowych, takich jak Percocet. Objawy przypominają kac alkoholowy, ale mogą być trudne do odróżnienia od wczesnych objawów odstawienia.54

Kac po tych substancjach jest wynikiem zaburzenia równowagi chemicznej w mózgu oraz odwodnienia, którego wielu użytkowników doświadcza, gdy zapominają pić wystarczająco dużo wody podczas intoksykacji.55

Kiedy należy skonsultować się z lekarzem

Objawy alarmowe

Choć większość kaców ustępuje samoistnie, istnieją sytuacje, w których należy szukać pomocy medycznej:5657

  • Dezorientacja lub zaburzenia świadomości
  • Wymioty krwi lub kaszel z krwią
  • Drgawki
  • Nieregularny lub przyśpieszony puls
  • Obniżone ciśnienie krwi
  • Utrzymujące się zawroty głowy, zwłaszcza po wstaniu
  • Niemożność przyjmowania płynów
  • Objawy odwodnienia (znaczne pragnienie, zmniejszone oddawanie moczu, suche usta, zawroty głowy)
  • Objawy trwające dłużej niż 24 godziny

Jeśli wymienione objawy wystąpią podczas kaca, mogą wskazywać na poważniejszy stan, taki jak zatrucie alkoholem, które wymaga natychmiastowej pomocy medycznej.58

Konsultacja w przypadku częstych kaców

Porozmawiaj z lekarzem, jeśli regularne kace wpływają na jakość twojego życia, w tym na relacje osobiste lub wydajność w szkole lub pracy.5960 Leczenie problemów związanych z alkoholem jest szeroko dostępne.

Częste kace mogą wskazywać na problem z alkoholem, w tym potencjalne uzależnienie. Jeśli doświadczasz kaców, które:6162

  • Występują regularnie (częściej niż raz w tygodniu)
  • Są coraz bardziej intensywne
  • Zakłócają codzienne funkcjonowanie
  • Prowadzą do picia „na kaca” w celu złagodzenia objawów

To może być czas, aby skontaktować się z lekarzem w celu oceny swojego wzorca picia i rozważenia opcji leczenia.63

Epidemiologia kaca

Częstotliwość występowania

Kace są częstym doświadczeniem wśród osób pijących alkohol. Według niektórych badań:64

  • Ponad 70% dorosłych Amerykanów doświadczyło przynajmniej jednego kaca w życiu
  • Dorośli, którzy regularnie piją alkohol, doświadczają kaca średnio raz w miesiącu
  • 3-23% populacji jest odpornych na kaca (mogą być bardziej narażeni na rozwój zaburzeń związanych z używaniem alkoholu)6566

Czynniki ryzyka

Czynniki zwiększające ryzyko wystąpienia kaca obejmują:676869

  • Ilość spożytego alkoholu – Badania wykazały, że aby rozwinąć kaca, należy osiągnąć szczytowe stężenie alkoholu we krwi na poziomie 0,11-0,12%70
  • Szybkość picia – Szybkie spożywanie alkoholu może prowadzić do wyższego stężenia alkoholu we krwi
  • Picie na pusty żołądek – Alkohol jest szybciej wchłaniany przy pustym żołądku
  • Niewystarczające nawodnienie – Odwodnienie wzmaga objawy kaca
  • Rodzaj alkoholu – Ciemniejsze alkohole zawierają więcej kongenerów i mogą powodować cięższe kace
  • Wiek – Z wiekiem metabolizm alkoholu ulega spowolnieniu, co może intensyfikować objawy kaca
  • Płeć – Kobiety mogą doświadczać silniejszych kaców ze względu na różnice w metabolizmie alkoholu
  • Genetyka – Badania sugerują, że prawie połowa wszystkich odmian w częstotliwości i nasileniu kaca może być genetycznie uwarunkowana71

Warto zaznaczyć, że niektóre badania sugerują, że osoby pijące lekko i umiarkowanie są bardziej podatne na kaca niż osoby pijące intensywnie.72 Może to wynikać z rozwoju tolerancji u osób regularnie pijących duże ilości alkoholu.

Konsekwencje medyczne i społeczne

Wpływ na funkcjonowanie

Kace mogą powodować więcej niż tylko nieprzyjemne objawy. Podczas kaca nie myślisz jasno. Alkohol upośledza twoją uwagę, procesy decyzyjne i koordynację mięśni.73

Może to prowadzić do:7475

  • Zwiększonego ryzyka wypadków i urazów
  • Upośledzenia zdolności prowadzenia pojazdów
  • Obniżonej wydajności w pracy (prezentyzm i absentyzm)
  • Gorszych wyników w nauce u studentów

Według badania WHO (Światowej Organizacji Zdrowia), 25% wypadków w miejscu pracy i 60% śmiertelnych wypadków w pracy może być związanych z kacem.76

Długoterminowe efekty częstych kaców

Częste kace mogą prowadzić do długoterminowych konsekwencji zdrowotnych:7778

  • Uszkodzenie wątroby – Powtarzające się epizody intensywnego picia mogą prowadzić do stłuszczenia wątroby, zapalenia wątroby i ostatecznie marskości
  • Problemy sercowo-naczyniowe – Im wyższa częstotliwość kaców, tym większe prawdopodobieństwo rozwoju i śmierci z powodu problemów sercowo-naczyniowych, w tym udarów i zawałów serca
  • Problemy żołądkowo-jelitowe – Przewlekłe podrażnienie przewodu pokarmowego może prowadzić do nadżerek, wrzodów i zapalenia trzustki
  • Niedobory żywieniowe – Alkohol może wpływać na wchłanianie składników odżywczych
  • Uszkodzenia neurologiczne – Ciągłe nadużywanie alkoholu może prowadzić do uszkodzenia mózgu i neuropatii obwodowej
  • Problemy psychiczne – Częstotliwość kaców jest pozytywnie skorelowana z początkiem dużej depresji. Kace mogą powodować uczucia niepokoju, wstydu, poczucia winy, a ostatecznie depresji79
  • Zwiększone ryzyko uzależnienia – Osoby doświadczające większej liczby kaców są bardziej narażone na rozwój problemów związanych z alkoholem, zwłaszcza gdy mają rodzinną historię alkoholizmu80

Szczególnie niebezpieczna jest metoda „hair of the dog” (leczenie kaca alkoholem), która polega na piciu alkoholu w celu złagodzenia objawów kaca. Może to prowadzić do uzależnienia i zatrucia alkoholem.8182

Nowoczesne podejście do diagnostyki kaca

Badania naukowe nad kacem

Pomimo powszechności kaców, stan ten nie jest dobrze zrozumiany z naukowego punktu widzenia.83 Badania koncentrują się obecnie na kilku obszarach:8485

  • Teoria zapalna – Nowe badania koncentrują się na teorii, że kace związane są z zapaleniem. Badania wykazały, że osoby mające kaca miały wysoki poziom cytokin, białek działających jako przekaźniki dla układu odpornościowego.86
  • Międzynarodowa Klasyfikacja Chorób – Ostatnio Międzynarodowa Klasyfikacja Chorób 11. rewizji (ICD-11) uznała kaca alkoholowy za odrębną jednostkę chorobową. Jest to zgodne z podejściem amerykańskiej Agencji ds. Żywności i Leków (FDA), która traktuje kaca alkoholowego jako chorobę i wymaga rejestracji środków leczniczych jako leków.87
  • Opracowanie skutecznych metod leczenia – Obecnie prowadzone są badania nad nowymi lekami na kaca, takimi jak SJP-001, składający się z kombinacji naproksenu (niesteroidowego leku przeciwzapalnego, przeciwbólowego) i feksofenadyny (leku antyhistaminowego).88

Biomarkery i przyszłość diagnostyki

Obecnie nie istnieje obiektywna ocena ani biomarker, który można by wykorzystać do wiarygodnego rozpoznania kaca lub określenia nasilenia objawów kaca.89 Jednak badania nad biomarkerami kaca są prowadzone i mogą w przyszłości dostarczyć obiektywnych metod diagnostycznych.

Naukowcy badają związek między poziomem aldehydu octowego, głównego metabolitu etanolu, a obecnością i nasileniem kaca. Niektóre badania sugerują, że poziom aldehydu octowego może wpływać na obecność i nasilenie kaców.90

Innym potencjalnym biomarkerem są cytokiny zapalne. Badania wykazały wyraźny związek między czynnikami immunologicznymi a nasileniem kaca.91

Przyszłe badania w tej dziedzinie mogą prowadzić do opracowania testów diagnostycznych, które pomogą obiektywnie ocenić obecność i nasilenie kaca, a także dostosować leczenie do indywidualnych potrzeb.

Podsumowanie

Diagnostyka kaca opiera się głównie na samoocenie objawów, które pojawiają się po spożyciu alkoholu, gdy stężenie alkoholu we krwi spada do zera. Typowe objawy obejmują ból głowy, nudności, zmęczenie, problemy z koncentracją i zwiększoną wrażliwość na światło i dźwięk.92

Ważne jest rozróżnienie między kacem a innymi stanami, takimi jak zespół odstawienia alkoholu czy zatrucie alkoholem, które mogą wymagać interwencji medycznej.9394

Choć istnieją różne skale do oceny nasilenia objawów kaca, nie ma obiektywnych biomarkerów diagnostycznych.95 Badania nad mechanizmami powstawania kaca, w tym rolą zapalenia i metabolitów alkoholu, mogą w przyszłości prowadzić do opracowania lepszych metod diagnostycznych i leczniczych.9697

Częste kace mogą wskazywać na problem z alkoholem i powinny być sygnałem do konsultacji z lekarzem.98 Jedynym pewnym sposobem uniknięcia kaca jest umiarkowane spożycie alkoholu lub całkowita abstynencja.99

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  • #1 Hangovers – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373015
    People usually don’t go to a healthcare professional to get a diagnosis or treatment for a hangover. Mostly likely, you’ll know if you have a hangover based on your symptoms the morning after drinking alcohol. Common symptoms include tiredness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, problems thinking clearly, and low tolerance for light and sound. […] Talk to your healthcare professional if regular hangovers affect your quality of life, including your personal relationships or your performance at school or work. Treatment for problems with alcohol is widely available.
  • #2 Hangover Symptoms, Remedies & Prevention
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16627-hangover
    A hangover is when you have unpleasant physical and mental symptoms after drinking too much alcohol the previous night. […] Most people who get hangovers can diagnose themselves based on their alcohol consumption and symptoms. If you feel sick after consuming alcohol, you most likely have a hangover. […] Many hangover remedies claim to treat a hangover. But theyre often not based in science, and some can be dangerous. For example, drinking more alcohol (hair of the dog) wont help a hangover. More alcohol just increases the toxicity of the alcohol already in your body. […] Hangovers can cause more than just unpleasant symptoms. With a hangover, youre not thinking clearly. Alcohol impairs your attention, decision-making processes and muscle coordination. You might engage in risky behavior you wouldnt ordinarily do. For example, driving during a hangover can be dangerous or deadly. People can also injure themselves at work. […] Hangovers tend to go away on their own, even if you dont do anything. As your body readjusts to the lack of alcohol, you start to feel better.
  • #3 What Is A Hangover? Symptoms, Causes, and Remedies
    https://www.addictioncenter.com/alcohol/hangover/
    It is usually easy to connect hangover symptoms to alcohol consumption since they occur soon after you stop drinking. […] Unless symptoms are severe, seeing a medical professional for a diagnosis is unnecessary. You can self-diagnose your symptoms simply by knowing what to expect after consuming alcohol.
  • #4 Hangover Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment – Cura4U
    https://cura4u.com/conditions/hangover
    Hangovers do not require a professional diagnosis. Most people who are used to drinking alcohol are aware of the effects of a hangover and can diagnose it themselves based on their symptoms. The hangover symptoms are the worst when the blood alcohol concentration drops to zero. These symptoms can last from a few hours to a day, depending on how much alcohol you have consumed. […] Hangover gets better on its own with time as the alcohol content in your body gets processed. Many remedies claim to cure hangovers, but not all are effective. If you have a hangover, the initial steps to reduce the symptoms should be to drink more water and eat bland foods. Drinking water will help with dehydration, and light foods such as toast or crackers can help to improve your sugar level and reduce nausea. Avoid working in a state of hangover and get rest to overcome fatigue. Avoid drinking more alcohol because it will only worsen your condition. […] Hangovers can be a cause of social embarrassment and professional inefficiency. They usually may take a day to fade away completely but can take longer in some people. Although it does not cause any life-threatening condition, it can still be a reason for absence from work or poor performance.
  • #5 Hangover Quiz: Check Possibility & Treatment with Ubie AI Symptom Checker
    https://ubiehealth.com/diseases/hangover
    Hangovers result from the toxic effects of alcohol on the body and the associated dehydration. […] Symptoms appear within 12 hours after drinking alcohol. […] Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease: Do you get symptoms within 12 hours after you stop drinking alcohol? […] Hangovers will go away on their own. To alleviate symptoms, drink water, eat a light meal or soup to soothe the stomach. Pain relievers may also help with this condition. […] Our symptom checker AI is continuously refined with input from experienced physicians, empowering them to make more accurate diagnoses.
  • #6 Hangover Symptoms, Remedies & Prevention
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16627-hangover
    A hangover is when you have unpleasant physical and mental symptoms after drinking too much alcohol the previous night. […] Most people who get hangovers can diagnose themselves based on their alcohol consumption and symptoms. If you feel sick after consuming alcohol, you most likely have a hangover. […] Many hangover remedies claim to treat a hangover. But theyre often not based in science, and some can be dangerous. For example, drinking more alcohol (hair of the dog) wont help a hangover. More alcohol just increases the toxicity of the alcohol already in your body. […] Hangovers can cause more than just unpleasant symptoms. With a hangover, youre not thinking clearly. Alcohol impairs your attention, decision-making processes and muscle coordination. You might engage in risky behavior you wouldnt ordinarily do. For example, driving during a hangover can be dangerous or deadly. People can also injure themselves at work. […] Hangovers tend to go away on their own, even if you dont do anything. As your body readjusts to the lack of alcohol, you start to feel better.
  • #7 Hangovers | National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
    https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/hangovers
    A hangover refers to a set of symptoms that occur as a consequence of drinking too much. Typical symptoms include fatigue, weakness, thirst, headache, muscle aches, nausea, stomach pain, vertigo, sensitivity to light and sound, anxiety, irritability, sweating, and increased blood pressure. A hangover can vary from person to person. […] A number of factors can contribute to hangovers: […] Hangover symptoms peak when the blood alcohol concentration in the body returns to about zero. The symptoms can last 24 hours or longer. […] Hangovers can be both painful and dangerous. During a hangover, a persons attention, decision-making, and muscle coordination can all be impaired. Also, the ability to perform important tasks, such as driving, operating machinery, or caring for others can be negatively affected.
  • #8 Hangovers – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373015
    People usually don’t go to a healthcare professional to get a diagnosis or treatment for a hangover. Mostly likely, you’ll know if you have a hangover based on your symptoms the morning after drinking alcohol. Common symptoms include tiredness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, problems thinking clearly, and low tolerance for light and sound. […] Talk to your healthcare professional if regular hangovers affect your quality of life, including your personal relationships or your performance at school or work. Treatment for problems with alcohol is widely available.
  • #9 Hangovers – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/symptoms-causes/syc-20373012
    Hangover symptoms often begin when your blood alcohol content drops and is at or near zero. Symptoms are usually in full effect the morning after a night of heavy drinking. Depending on what and how much alcohol you drank, you may notice: […] Hangovers after a single night’s drinking go away on their own. Talk with your healthcare professional if you’re concerned that frequent heavy drinking may lead to serious problems, such as alcohol withdrawal. […] More-serious symptoms from heavy drinking may be a sign of alcohol poisoning a life-threatening emergency. Alcohol poisoning is a serious and sometimes deadly result of drinking large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time. […] Hangovers are caused by drinking too much alcohol. A single alcoholic drink is enough to trigger a hangover for some people, while others may drink heavily and not have a hangover.
  • #10 Azthena logo with the word Azthena
    https://www.news-medical.net/health/Hangover-Symptoms.aspx
    Hangover is the term used to describe the group of symptoms that occur after having drunk too much alcohol. In most cases, the more alcohol a person drinks, the more likely they are to suffer from a hangover once the effects of alcohol have worn off. […] The symptoms of a hangover usually start once the blood alcohol level drops significantly or reaches zero and the intoxicating effects of alcohol can no longer be felt. […] The main cause of hangover symptoms is dehydration. Alcohol is a diuretic and triggers the body to shed water through urination. Frequent urination can lead to dehydration and result in symptoms such as headache, fatigue, and a dry mouth. […] Ethanol is a toxic chemical that, once absorbed into the bloodstream, circulates around the body causing cell damage. Furthermore, a by-product of alcohol metabolism called acetaldehyde accumulates in the body, causing vomiting and headaches.
  • #11 Alcohol Hangover
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6761819/
    A hangover is characterized by the constellation of unpleasant physical and mental symptoms that occur after a bout of heavy alcohol drinking. Physical symptoms of a hangover include fatigue, headache, increased sensitivity to light and sound, redness of the eyes, muscle aches, and thirst. […] Mental symptoms include dizziness; a sense of the room spinning (i.e., vertigo); and possible cognitive and mood disturbances, especially depression, anxiety, and irritability. The particular set of symptoms experienced and their intensity may vary from person to person and from occasion to occasion. […] Overlap exists between hangover and the symptoms of mild alcohol withdrawal (AW), leading to the assertion that hangover is a manifestation of mild withdrawal. Hangovers, however, may occur after a single bout of drinking, whereas withdrawal occurs usually after multiple, repeated bouts. […] Other differences between hangover and AW include a shorter period of impairment (i.e., hours for hangover versus several days for withdrawal) and a lack of hallucinations and seizures in hangover.
  • #12 Hangovers: Symptoms and Recovery
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/hangover-causes-and-treatment-1298862
    A hangover is a common condition that occurs hours after alcohol consumption. You may have a headache, feel nauseated, or get dizzy when you have a hangover. The effects usually begin hours after drinking alcohol and can last for a whole morning or even for several days. […] Hangovers tend to occur after heavy alcohol consumption. But you can have symptoms after consuming just one or two drinks the night before, while other times, you might not experience a hangover even after consuming large amounts of alcohol. […] The medical term for a hangover is „veisalgia,” which is a combination of the Greek word for pain and a Norwegian word for „uneasiness following debauchery.” […] Common symptoms of a hangover include: A headache, Feeling run down, Poor sense of overall well-being, Photophobia (aversion to light), Phonophobia (increased sensitivity to sound), Aching throughout the body, Diarrhea, Loss of appetite, Shaking or trembling, Fatigue, Nausea and vomiting.
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  • #14 Hangovers | ABC Medical Center
    https://centromedicoabc.com/en/padecimientos/hangovers/
    They arise as a result of drinking a lot of alcohol the day before, causing general discomfort that includes thirst, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, nausea, anxiety, and dizziness, among other symptoms. […] A hangover can happen to anyone regardless of the amount of alcohol they drink, but some are more prone to it because there is a genetic variation that affects how their body metabolizes alcohol in the blood, causing them to get sick after drinking just a glass. […] The symptoms depend on what you have consumed and the amount you have taken, but the following symptoms usually appear a day later: Photosensitivity, Low noise tolerance, Weakness, Exhaustion, Headache, Sore muscles, Lack of focus, Irritability, Anxiety, Poor sleep quality, Stomachache, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Excessive thirst, Dry mouth, Tachycardia, Tremors.
  • #15 Visual Guide to a Hangover
    https://www.webmd.com/balance/ss/slideshow-hangover-effects-treatment
    When you stop drinking, your BAC begins to drop. Hangover symptoms are at their worst when that level returns to zero and usually last about 24 hours. […] New research focuses on the theory that hangovers involve inflammation. Studies have found that people who were hungover had high levels of cytokines, proteins that act as messengers for your immune system. When you feel terrible after drinking too much, it may be the result of both dehydration and an inflammatory response. […] If you don’t eat anything and drink on an empty stomach, for example, you may feel worse because your bloodstream will take in the booze more quickly. […] Darker liquors, such as bourbon, have substances called congeners. Studies suggest these can cause worse symptoms. […] If inflammation is part of the reason hangovers happen, aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) might help.
  • #16 Hangovers – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/symptoms-causes/syc-20373012
    Alcohol can cause blood sugar levels to fall. If your blood sugar dips too low, you may feel extra tired, weak and shaky. You also may have mood changes and even seizures. […] Alcohol prevents restful sleep. You may feel sleepy, but alcohol keeps you from getting the kind of sleep that helps you feel rested. Alcohol also often causes you to awaken in the middle of the night or too early in the morning. Not getting good-quality sleep may leave you groggy and tired. […] Some companies use misleading advertising to claim that their products can prevent hangovers. But the only guaranteed way to prevent a hangover is to not drink alcohol. […] If you choose to drink alcohol, do so in moderation. Moderate alcohol use for healthy adults means: Up to one drink a day for women. Up to two drinks a day for men.
  • #17 What Does a Hangover Feel Like?
    https://www.verywellmind.com/the-symptoms-of-a-hangover-67354
    A hangover is a collection of unpleasant physical and mental symptoms that occur after a session of heavy alcohol consumption. The severity of hangover symptoms can depend on many factors, such as how much alcohol was consumed and the type of alcohol. But hangovers are caused by only one thingdrinking too much alcohol. […] Common hangover symptoms include headaches, thirst, sensitivity to light, irritability, and stomach upset. […] Excessive alcohol consumption can cause more than a general feeling of malaise the next day. Extreme alcohol consumption can cause acute alcohol poisoning which can be life-threatening. […] If you frequently experience hangover symptoms or your hangover symptoms have begun to affect you at school or work, you may have developed an alcohol use disorder. One symptom of alcohol use disorder is continuing to drink in spite of repeated negative consequences.
  • #18 Everything you need to know about hangovers | Evergreen Life
    https://www.evergreen-life.co.uk/health-wellbeing-library/everything-you-need-to-know-about-hangovers/
    Anyone who enjoys a drink every now and then will understand the devastation that follows a heavy night: cue the dreaded hangover. […] This article will tell you everything you need to know about hangovers, including how long they last, why they happen in the first place, and why certain people may be more prone to them than others. […] Alcohol can affect your body in many ways, which can lead to unpleasant symptoms the following day. […] Youll generally start to notice the following hangover symptoms when your blood alcohol content drops when its either at or close to zero. […] Typical hangovers symptoms include: Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Thirst, Headache, Muscle aches, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vertigo, Light sensitivity, Increased blood pressure, Dry mouth, Vomiting, Poor sleep, Inability to concentrate, Rapid heartbeat, Mood disturbances, including depression, irritability and anxiety.
  • #19 The Mental Effects of Alcohol: A Hangover Worse Than Imagined – Promises Behavioral Health
    https://www.promises.com/addiction-blog/5-hangover-symptoms-didnt-know/
    The pounding headache, aches and pains, vomiting and general wretched feeling are what most people associate with a hangover. […] A study involving 1,410 Dutch students reported the presence and severity of 49 potential hangover symptoms. Not surprisingly, a factor analysis revealed drowsiness (e.g. fatigue, sleepiness and weakness) and cognitive functioning (reduced alertness, memory and concentration problems) were the most important factors describing the alcohol hangover. […] Drinking an excessive amount of alcohol can cause an imbalance of chemicals and nutrients in the body, which can lead to depression and anxiety. […] A high comorbidity exists between full blown alcohol use disorder and major depression. […] Although drinking to the point of developing a hangover does not equate to addiction, the clear connection between depression and alcohol is reason for concern.
  • #20 Hangovers: Symptoms and Recovery
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/hangover-causes-and-treatment-1298862
    You may notice these effects after you drink alcohol and then sleep for a few hours. Generally, hangovers are characterized by discomfort and you may want to stay in bed all day. Sometimes, hangovers can be more serious and can cause health issues that require medical attention. […] Less common effects of a hangover that may need medical care include: Brain fog (trouble thinking), Dizziness (especially after standing up), Clumsiness, Tachycardia (rapid pulse and heart rate), Hypotension (low blood pressure), Hemoptysis (coughing blood) or hematemesis (vomiting blood). […] These effects can begin while you are still drinking, and can last for longer than the typical effects of a hangover. Without medical treatment, you could fall, lose consciousness, or develop health complications due to the delayed effects of alcohol.
  • #21 Hangover: Symptoms, causes, treatments, and your questions answered.
    https://examine.com/conditions/hangover/?srsltid=AfmBOooz83UOVRIHklMizcLbZRGg-QGstCOq8BRxLrGpM6WSpgQvFMRO
    Hangover (or alcohol hangover) refers to the negative physical and mental symptoms experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption. Common hangover symptoms include cognitive impairments and mood alterations, and there appears to be no reliable hangover cure other than time. […] Hangover also known as alcohol hangover, or, medically, as veisalgia is defined by the Alcohol Hangover Research Group as the combination of negative mental and physical symptoms which can be experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption, starting when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) approaches zero. […] There currently is no objective assessment or biomarker that can be used to reliably diagnose hangover or to determine the severity of hangover symptoms. Thus, the diagnosis of hangover relies on the subjective reporting of symptoms.
  • #22 Hangover: Symptoms, causes, treatments, and your questions answered.
    https://examine.com/conditions/hangover/?srsltid=AfmBOooz83UOVRIHklMizcLbZRGg-QGstCOq8BRxLrGpM6WSpgQvFMRO
    Three commonly-used hangover symptom scales include the Hangover Symptom Scale (HSS), the Acute Hangover Scale (AHS), and the Alcohol Hangover Severity Scale (AHSS). Each scale asks participants to rate the presence or absence of a variety of hangover symptoms, along with their severity (typically on a 010 scale). […] Alternatively, research has suggested that a 1-item score rating hangover from absent (0) to extreme (10) may be more effective for accurately diagnosing and assessing the severity of hangover by encompassing all of the individual symptoms experienced by the drinker and their perceived impact on daily activities, mood, and function.
  • #23 Hangover: Symptoms, causes, treatments, and your questions answered.
    https://examine.com/conditions/hangover/?srsltid=AfmBOooz83UOVRIHklMizcLbZRGg-QGstCOq8BRxLrGpM6WSpgQvFMRO
    Three commonly-used hangover symptom scales include the Hangover Symptom Scale (HSS), the Acute Hangover Scale (AHS), and the Alcohol Hangover Severity Scale (AHSS). Each scale asks participants to rate the presence or absence of a variety of hangover symptoms, along with their severity (typically on a 010 scale). […] Alternatively, research has suggested that a 1-item score rating hangover from absent (0) to extreme (10) may be more effective for accurately diagnosing and assessing the severity of hangover by encompassing all of the individual symptoms experienced by the drinker and their perceived impact on daily activities, mood, and function.
  • #24 Alcohol Hangover Questionnaire (AHQ) – Addiction Research Center – UW–Madison
    https://arc.psych.wisc.edu/self-report/alcohol-hangover-questionnaire-ahq/
    The Alcohol Hangover Questionnaire was created by ARL. It lists 19 common symptoms of acute alcohol hangovers, such as tiredness, and allows an individual to rate the severity of each symptom they have. […] Development and initial validation of the Hangover Symptoms Scale: Prevalence and correlates of hangover symptoms in college students. […] The Acute Hangover Scale: A new measure of immediate hangover symptoms.
  • #25 Alcohol Hangover
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6761819/
    A hangover is characterized by the constellation of unpleasant physical and mental symptoms that occur after a bout of heavy alcohol drinking. Physical symptoms of a hangover include fatigue, headache, increased sensitivity to light and sound, redness of the eyes, muscle aches, and thirst. […] Mental symptoms include dizziness; a sense of the room spinning (i.e., vertigo); and possible cognitive and mood disturbances, especially depression, anxiety, and irritability. The particular set of symptoms experienced and their intensity may vary from person to person and from occasion to occasion. […] Overlap exists between hangover and the symptoms of mild alcohol withdrawal (AW), leading to the assertion that hangover is a manifestation of mild withdrawal. Hangovers, however, may occur after a single bout of drinking, whereas withdrawal occurs usually after multiple, repeated bouts. […] Other differences between hangover and AW include a shorter period of impairment (i.e., hours for hangover versus several days for withdrawal) and a lack of hallucinations and seizures in hangover.
  • #26 Is It A Hangover Or Alcohol Withdrawal?
    https://www.alcoholhelp.com/alcohol/hangover-or-withdrawal/
    A hangover occurs after drinking too much alcohol in one event, but alcohol withdrawal occurs after severely reducing alcohol intake when the body is accustomed to chronic heavy drinking. […] The differences between a hangover and alcohol withdrawal, including their causes, symptoms, the time it takes to recover, and effective remedies for ones symptoms, are specific to each syndrome. […] A hangover that occurs after an episode of heavy drinking can be caused by several mechanisms that cause stress to the body. […] Each persons body may react to a hangover differently, and your symptoms could be caused by one or more of the above. […] Alcohol withdrawal is caused by the absence of alcohol in the body after a person has become physically dependent upon it. […] Alcohol withdrawal and hangovers may have a few overlapping symptoms, but many unique symptoms can help distinguish them.
  • #27 Alcohol Hangover
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6761819/
    A hangover is characterized by the constellation of unpleasant physical and mental symptoms that occur after a bout of heavy alcohol drinking. Physical symptoms of a hangover include fatigue, headache, increased sensitivity to light and sound, redness of the eyes, muscle aches, and thirst. […] Mental symptoms include dizziness; a sense of the room spinning (i.e., vertigo); and possible cognitive and mood disturbances, especially depression, anxiety, and irritability. The particular set of symptoms experienced and their intensity may vary from person to person and from occasion to occasion. […] Overlap exists between hangover and the symptoms of mild alcohol withdrawal (AW), leading to the assertion that hangover is a manifestation of mild withdrawal. Hangovers, however, may occur after a single bout of drinking, whereas withdrawal occurs usually after multiple, repeated bouts. […] Other differences between hangover and AW include a shorter period of impairment (i.e., hours for hangover versus several days for withdrawal) and a lack of hallucinations and seizures in hangover.
  • #28 Is a Hangover Alcohol Withdrawal? | Live Free Recovery
    https://livefreerecoverynh.com/is-a-hangover-alcohol-withdrawal/
    No, a hangover is not the same as alcohol withdrawal. A hangover occurs after a single episode of heavy drinking and resolves within 24 hours, while alcohol withdrawal is a more serious condition that occurs in people with alcohol dependence when they suddenly reduce or stop drinking. […] Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is when a person has been drinking alcohol regularly and upon abruptly ceasing to drink, experiences pain and discomfort. Withdrawal should not be confused with a hangover. […] Hangovers happen when casual drinkers drink too much, suffering the consequences the next day (spells of nausea, vomiting, headaches, etc.). […] Some people might initially confuse alcohol withdrawal with a hangover because both are experienced when a person who drinks large amounts of alcohol suddenly stops drinking.
  • #29 Hangovers – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373015
    People usually don’t go to a healthcare professional to get a diagnosis or treatment for a hangover. Mostly likely, you’ll know if you have a hangover based on your symptoms the morning after drinking alcohol. Common symptoms include tiredness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, problems thinking clearly, and low tolerance for light and sound. […] Talk to your healthcare professional if regular hangovers affect your quality of life, including your personal relationships or your performance at school or work. Treatment for problems with alcohol is widely available.
  • #30 Why Don’t I Get Hangovers?- Silvermist Recovery
    https://www.silvermistrecovery.com/why-dont-i-get-hangovers/
    If you frequently consume alcohol without experiencing hangovers, it might initially seem like a fortunate quirk. However, this lack of hangover symptoms could be a sign of alcohol tolerance, which may indicate a drinking problem. […] Alcohol tolerance refers to a reduced response to the effects of alcohol. As you drink more frequently, your body becomes accustomed to the presence of alcohol, and you may need to consume more to feel the same effects. This adaptation can lead to the absence of hangover symptoms, having you wonder why you don’t get hangovers anymore, as your body becomes more efficient at metabolizing alcohol. […] Hangovers are the body’s reaction to the toxic effects of alcohol and its byproducts. After excessive drinking, symptoms like headache, nausea, fatigue and dehydration are common. However, when your body becomes more adept at processing alcohol due to increased tolerance, these symptoms might diminish or disappear.
  • #31 Hangovers – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/symptoms-causes/syc-20373012
    Hangover symptoms often begin when your blood alcohol content drops and is at or near zero. Symptoms are usually in full effect the morning after a night of heavy drinking. Depending on what and how much alcohol you drank, you may notice: […] Hangovers after a single night’s drinking go away on their own. Talk with your healthcare professional if you’re concerned that frequent heavy drinking may lead to serious problems, such as alcohol withdrawal. […] More-serious symptoms from heavy drinking may be a sign of alcohol poisoning a life-threatening emergency. Alcohol poisoning is a serious and sometimes deadly result of drinking large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time. […] Hangovers are caused by drinking too much alcohol. A single alcoholic drink is enough to trigger a hangover for some people, while others may drink heavily and not have a hangover.
  • #32 Key Differences Between Alcohol Poisoning vs Hangover – Rehab Clinics Group
    https://rehabclinicsgroup.com/key-differences-between-alcohol-poisoning-vs-hangover/
    A hangover is when you experience a collection of symptoms, often unpleasant, after consuming alcohol. It typically occurs the morning after a heavy night of drinking. […] The most common hangover symptoms include: Headache often caused by dehydration and blood vessel expansion. Nausea and vomiting because alcohol has irritated the stomach lining. Dehydration alcohol is a diuretic which leads to increased urination and fluid loss. Weakness and fatigue as a result of the body trying to process the alcohol and because sleep is often disrupted. Aches and pains caused by electrolyte imbalances and dehydration. Light and sound sensitivity because the nervous system has been impacted by excessive amounts of alcohol. […] In short, alcohol disrupts the body’s natural balance, which is why hangovers occur. Alcohol is a diuretic, which means urine production increases and excess fluid is lost, resulting in dehydration. This loss of fluids also leads to electrolyte imbalance. In addition, the acidic nature of alcohol irritates the stomach lining, increasing acid production and gastrointestinal issues.
  • #33 When You’ve Had Too Much: Hangover Symptoms and Remedies
    https://www.healthline.com/health/hangover-symptoms
    Drinking too much can cause alcohol poisoning. This affects many of your body’s normal functions, such as breathing, temperature regulation, and heart rate. Alcohol poisoning can be deadly or have serious long-term consequences. […] Seek emergency medical attention if you or someone you’re drinking with exhibits any of the following symptoms: feeling disoriented, throwing up, having seizures, having pale, bluish skin, breathing slowly (inhaling and exhaling less than eight times per minute), breathing irregularly (going 10 seconds or more between each breath), feeling abnormally cold, losing consciousness and unable to wake up. […] Limiting how much alcohol you drink at one time is the most effective way to minimize the possibility of a hangover.
  • #34 Alcohol Hangover
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6761819/
    Hangover symptoms have been attributed to several causes, including the direct physiological effects of alcohol on the brain and other organs; the effects of the removal of alcohol from these organs after alcohol exposure (i.e., withdrawal); the physiological effects of compounds produced as a result of alcohols metabolism (i.e., metabolites), especially acetaldehyde; and nonalcohol factors, such as the toxic effects of other biologically active chemicals (i.e., congeners) in the beverage, behaviors associated with the alcohol-drinking bout (e.g., other drug use, restricted food intake, and disruption of normal sleep time), and certain personal characteristics (e.g., temperament, personality, and family history of alcoholism). […] Several lines of evidence suggest that a hangover is a mild manifestation of the AW syndrome in non-alcohol-dependent drinkers. First, the signs and symptoms of hangover and mild AW overlap considerably. […] Second, Begleiter and colleagues present evidence that the hangover condition is actually a state of central nervous system excitation, despite the perceived sedation and malaise.
  • #35 Hangovers – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/symptoms-causes/syc-20373012
    Several issues may contribute to a hangover. For example: Alcohol causes the body to make more urine. You lose extra body liquid by urinating more than usual. This can lead to dehydration. Symptoms of dehydration include extra thirst, tiredness, headache, dizziness and lightheadedness. […] Alcohol triggers an inflammatory response from the immune system. The immune system may make certain substances linked to the body’s defense system. This commonly causes physical symptoms that make you feel as if you’re ill. Your symptoms also may include problems thinking clearly and remembering, poor appetite, and loss of interest in usual activities. […] Alcohol irritates the lining of the stomach. Alcohol can irritate your stomach. Alcohol also causes your stomach to make more acid. This can cause belly pain, nausea or vomiting.
  • #36 Azthena logo with the word Azthena
    https://www.news-medical.net/health/Hangover-Symptoms.aspx
    Hangover is the term used to describe the group of symptoms that occur after having drunk too much alcohol. In most cases, the more alcohol a person drinks, the more likely they are to suffer from a hangover once the effects of alcohol have worn off. […] The symptoms of a hangover usually start once the blood alcohol level drops significantly or reaches zero and the intoxicating effects of alcohol can no longer be felt. […] The main cause of hangover symptoms is dehydration. Alcohol is a diuretic and triggers the body to shed water through urination. Frequent urination can lead to dehydration and result in symptoms such as headache, fatigue, and a dry mouth. […] Ethanol is a toxic chemical that, once absorbed into the bloodstream, circulates around the body causing cell damage. Furthermore, a by-product of alcohol metabolism called acetaldehyde accumulates in the body, causing vomiting and headaches.
  • #37 Hangovers: Everything You Need to Know | Bicycle Health
    https://www.bicyclehealth.com/blog/hangovers-guide
    Researchers know overindulging in alcohol causes hangovers. Men who drink five to seven cocktails and women who drink three to five cocktails in four to six hours are likely to wake up sick in the morning. […] Hangover symptoms are caused by the following: Alcohol digestion: Your stomach releases more acids to process your drinks. And your liver creates toxic byproducts while metabolizing alcohol. When exposed to this toxin, your liver, pancreas, and other organs swell. You feel nauseous and sluggish due to this process. Dehydration: Kidney functions change due to alcohol exposure. You urinate more, and your tissues dry out. Your headache and fatigue are due to this water loss. Insomnia: Alcohol alters sleep patterns. You fell asleep fast, but you woke up in the middle of the night feeling wired. Your fractured sleep doesn’t allow your body to heal. Withdrawal: Brain cells sleeping while you’re intoxicated awaken when you’re sober. Feelings of anxiety suppressed by alcoholism rebound when you awaken.
  • #38 Hangover Syndrome: Pathogenesis and Treatment
    https://clinmedjournals.org/articles/iasar/international-archives-of-substance-abuse-and-rehabilitation-iasar-3-009.php?jid=iasar
    The severity of HS depends on a number of factors, one of which is the dose of alcohol taken the night before. […] An intriguing phenomenon in terms of understanding the pathogenic mechanisms of HS is resistance to its development. […] It has also been shown that HS resistance correlates with low sensitivity to the acute effects of alcohol. […] The severity of the symptoms of HS may depend on the type of alcoholic drink consumed. […] Insufficient understanding of the pathogenetic mechanisms of HS complicates the development of scientifically proven effective means of its prevention and treatment. […] The target of most of the currently proposed treatments for HS is any one of the pathogenic mechanisms of HS. […] Therefore, an urgent task for further research is a detailed study of the pathogenic mechanisms of HS, which will make it possible to develop a comprehensive treatment for HS that affects all links of its pathogenesis.
  • #39 Hangovers: Symptoms, Causes & Long-Term Effects – The Recovery Village Palmer Lake
    https://www.palmerlakerecovery.com/alcohol-abuse-and-addiction/hangovers/
    The term hangover refers to the negative physical and mental symptoms that often occur the morning after you’ve consumed excessive amounts of alcohol. […] Hangovers include physical symptoms like headaches, nausea, and psychological effects such as anxiety, known as hangxiety. […] Acetaldehyde buildup and dehydration are primary causes of hangover symptoms, but dehydration, blood sugar disruptions, and electrolyte imbalances also play a role. […] Frequent hangovers may lead to long-term health consequences including cognitive deficits and liver damage. […] The primary cause of hangovers is the buildup of acetaldehyde, a toxic byproduct of alcohol metabolism. […] Additional factors that lead to hangovers include dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, gastrointestinal irritation, blood sugar levels, inflammatory response, and congeners.
  • #40 Everything you need to know about hangovers | Evergreen Life
    https://www.evergreen-life.co.uk/health-wellbeing-library/everything-you-need-to-know-about-hangovers/
    Alcohol can cause a hangover due to the following reasons: Dehydration, Electrolyte imbalance, Blood vessel dilation, Low blood sugar, Gastrointestinal irritation, Poor quality sleep, Congeners. […] Your hangover symptoms should subside on their own within 24 hours however, this can vary from person to person. […] These hangover severity types appeared to be related to the amount of alcohol consumed, and the severity of symptoms. […] Its suggested that it takes fewer drinks with a high congener content to result in a hangover, and that hangover can be more severe. […] So, why are certain people prone to hangovers, and others can get away with little more than a headache? […] There are certain surprising factors that could increase the risk of developing a hangover, such as: Personality, Age, Genetics, Sex, Drinking combined with other factors.
  • #41 JCM | Special Issue : The Alcohol Hangover: Causes, Consequences, and Treatment
    https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/special_issues/Alcohol_Hangover
    The alcohol hangover refers to the combination of mental and physical symptoms experienced the day after a single episode of heavy drinking, starting when the blood alcohol concentration approaches zero (Van Schrojenstein Lantman et al., 2016). […] Research has identified as many as 47 different symptoms that can be experienced during the alcohol hangover state (Penning et al., 2012). […] A recent study investigated the presence and severity of the most common hangover symptoms among 1,837 social drinkers (Van Schrojenstein Lantman et al., 2017). […] Research has pointed at the socioeconomic consequences of experiencing these symptoms in terms of absenteeism versus presenteeism and an increased risk of having accidents. Alcohol hangover effects can also significantly impair daily activities such as driving a car.
  • #42 JCM | Special Issue : The Alcohol Hangover: Causes, Consequences, and Treatment
    https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/special_issues/Alcohol_Hangover
    The alcohol hangover refers to the combination of mental and physical symptoms experienced the day after a single episode of heavy drinking, starting when the blood alcohol concentration approaches zero (Van Schrojenstein Lantman et al., 2016). […] Research has identified as many as 47 different symptoms that can be experienced during the alcohol hangover state (Penning et al., 2012). […] A recent study investigated the presence and severity of the most common hangover symptoms among 1,837 social drinkers (Van Schrojenstein Lantman et al., 2017). […] Research has pointed at the socioeconomic consequences of experiencing these symptoms in terms of absenteeism versus presenteeism and an increased risk of having accidents. Alcohol hangover effects can also significantly impair daily activities such as driving a car.
  • #43 Katerkopfschmerz: Alkohol, Hangover und zeitverzögerte alkoholinduzierte Kopfschmerzen – Schmerzklinik Kiel
    https://schmerzklinik.de/en/hangover-hangover-and-time-delayed-alcohol-induced-headaches-2/
    Die Folgen von bermigem Alkoholkonsum sind ein lang bekanntes Phnomen in der Menschheitsgeschichte. […] Nachfolgend sollen wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse der letzten drei Jahrzehnte zur Entstehung und Behandlung des zeitverzgerten alkoholinduzierten Kopfschmerzes zusammengefasst werden. […] Eine einheitliche Definition des Katerkopfschmerzes oder der Alkoholnachwirkungen, der wissenschaftliche Fachbegriff lautet zeitverzgerte alkoholinduzierte Kopfschmerzen, besteht nicht. […] Der durch die Alkoholaufnahme sofortige induzierte Kopfschmerz tritt innerhalb von 3 Stunden nach Alkoholaufnahme auf. […] Sehr viel hufiger als der sofortige alkoholinduzierte Kopfschmerz ist der zeitverzgerte alkoholinduzierte Kopfschmerz. […] Die Symptome variieren sehr von Person zu Person und von Auftreten zu Auftreten.
  • #44
    https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/articles/alcohol_allergy_intolerance
    Do you suffer from terrible hangovers or feel unwell after drinking just a small amount of alcohol? You may be intolerant or even allergic to alcoholic drinks. […] What we understand as a 'hangover’ is made up of a particular set of symptoms usually a thumping headache, nausea, intense thirst, tiredness and brain fog. This is all happens as a result of drinking alcohol, or more specifically, the series of bodily processes it sets in motion. […] The length and severity of hangovers can vary, depending not just on the strength and quantity of alcohol consumed, but also the rate our body can process it at, which varies from person to person. […] Dehydration is a key component of a hangover, as it can be responsible for many of the other typical symptoms, from headaches and fatigue to anxiety and sensitivity to light and sound, says Dr Timothy Watts, a consultant physician in adult allergy at The London Clinic.
  • #45 Hangover Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms, and Preventative Tips
    https://psychcentral.com/anxiety/hangover-anxiety
    Experiencing hangover anxiety is known as hangxiety. […] For some people, hangovers also mean anxiety. According to survey results, this hangxiety is a hangover symptom for approximately 22% of people under the age of 30 years. […] Hangxiety isnt a formal diagnosis. Its a popular term that describes a widely shared experience of post-alcohol anxiety. […] Feifel indicates you may be more likely to experience hangxiety if you live with an anxiety disorder or naturally have a high base level of anxiousness. […] If these symptoms are a part of hangxiety, Feifel indicates they will typically appear 6 hours to 20 hours after you stop drinking. […] Hangxiety is a term that describes hangover anxiety, an experience of anxiousness that occurs after youve been drinking alcohol. […] Not everyone develops hangxiety, but its fairly common. Alcohols effects on your brain, classic hangover factors like dehydration, and worry about the nights events can all increase anxiety after drinking.
  • #46 Hangxiety: why alcohol can leave you feeling anxious | Queensland Health
    https://www.health.qld.gov.au/newsroom/features/hangxiety-why-alcohol-can-leave-you-feeling-anxious
    Meet one of the reasons behind those nasty post-drinking feels: hangxiety (hangover anxiety). […] Unlike the physical symptoms of a hangover, hangxiety is characterised as feelings of stress, panic and fear, experienced by a person in the hangover period. […] In the hours and days after drinking, as alcohol wears off, your brain works to restore its normal chemical balance. It does this by reducing the brains GABA (reducing calm feelings) and increasing glutamate (making you more anxious). […] This disruption of brain chemicals and processes can create the opposite effect to the feelings you had when you were drinkingand that’s when hangxiety can rear its ugly head. […] Its common to experience these symptoms, along with the other physical symptoms of a hangover. The more you drink, the more intense your hangxiety might be. […] If that’s the case, and youre dealing with feelings of anxiety, there are things you can do to relieve the symptoms. […] Avoid drinking any more alcoholthis will only delay or increase anxious symptoms.
  • #47 Hangover Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms, and Preventative Tips
    https://psychcentral.com/anxiety/hangover-anxiety
    Experiencing hangover anxiety is known as hangxiety. […] For some people, hangovers also mean anxiety. According to survey results, this hangxiety is a hangover symptom for approximately 22% of people under the age of 30 years. […] Hangxiety isnt a formal diagnosis. Its a popular term that describes a widely shared experience of post-alcohol anxiety. […] Feifel indicates you may be more likely to experience hangxiety if you live with an anxiety disorder or naturally have a high base level of anxiousness. […] If these symptoms are a part of hangxiety, Feifel indicates they will typically appear 6 hours to 20 hours after you stop drinking. […] Hangxiety is a term that describes hangover anxiety, an experience of anxiousness that occurs after youve been drinking alcohol. […] Not everyone develops hangxiety, but its fairly common. Alcohols effects on your brain, classic hangover factors like dehydration, and worry about the nights events can all increase anxiety after drinking.
  • #48 What Causes Hangover Depression? 6 Tips | Lemonaid Health- Healthaid
    https://healthaid.lemonaidhealth.com/addiction/hangover/
    While “hangover depression” isn’t a clinical diagnosis, understanding how alcohol impacts brain chemistry and sleep can shed light on its effects. Alcohol initially acts as a stimulant, increasing levels of dopamine and serotonin, which enhance mood temporarily. However, as alcohol suppresses brain activity, it transitions into a depressant, impacting cognition, coordination, and mood over time. […] Alcohol disrupts sleep patterns by prolonging lighter sleep stages at the expense of deeper, more restorative stages like delta-wave and REM sleep. This disruption contributes to feelings of grogginess, irritability, and can exacerbate symptoms of depression and anxiety. […] Beyond its immediate effects on neurotransmitters and sleep, alcohol can also heighten anxiety levels, a phenomenon sometimes referred to as “hangxiety.” This occurs as alcohol impacts serotonin levels, potentially increasing anxiety upon sobering up.
  • #49 Hangover Anxiety After Drinking – aka Hangxiety – Summit Malibu
    https://summitmalibu.com/blog/hangover-anxiety-after-drinking-aka-hangxiety/
    Hangover anxiety is a sense of nervousness, fear, or worry that accompanies the often very uncomfortable physical symptoms of alcohol withdrawal after a day or night of drinking. […] Research into the mental and emotional toll that excessive alcohol consumption can have suggests that as many as 12 percent of people experience hangover anxiety, with the severity of symptoms varying from person to person, according to the Journal of Clinical Medicine. […] Common causes of hangover anxiety include: Alcohol consumption affects the levels of serotonin in the brain, a chemical that has a direct impact on our mental wellbeing. […] The mental and emotional symptoms of alcohol-induced anxiety are never fun. […] Some common symptoms of hangover anxiety include: Increased sense of dread or worry, Depressed mood, Feelings of regret, Shame or embarrassment from behavior while under the influence of alcohol, A general sense of nervousness, or feeling jittery and uncomfortable, Increased heart rate, Sluggishness and lack of energy, Difficulty sleeping, An inability to focus and concentrate as a result of increased worry. […] The straightforward and simple answer to curing hangover anxiety is to avoid drinking alcohol altogether. […] The good news is that anxiety after drinking is temporary for most people. More importantly, it is also preventable.
  • #50 Hangxiety: why alcohol can leave you feeling anxious | Queensland Health
    https://www.health.qld.gov.au/newsroom/features/hangxiety-why-alcohol-can-leave-you-feeling-anxious
    Meet one of the reasons behind those nasty post-drinking feels: hangxiety (hangover anxiety). […] Unlike the physical symptoms of a hangover, hangxiety is characterised as feelings of stress, panic and fear, experienced by a person in the hangover period. […] In the hours and days after drinking, as alcohol wears off, your brain works to restore its normal chemical balance. It does this by reducing the brains GABA (reducing calm feelings) and increasing glutamate (making you more anxious). […] This disruption of brain chemicals and processes can create the opposite effect to the feelings you had when you were drinkingand that’s when hangxiety can rear its ugly head. […] Its common to experience these symptoms, along with the other physical symptoms of a hangover. The more you drink, the more intense your hangxiety might be. […] If that’s the case, and youre dealing with feelings of anxiety, there are things you can do to relieve the symptoms. […] Avoid drinking any more alcoholthis will only delay or increase anxious symptoms.
  • #51 What Causes Hangover Depression? 6 Tips | Lemonaid Health- Healthaid
    https://healthaid.lemonaidhealth.com/addiction/hangover/
    The term hangover depression refers to feelings of low mood, apathy, and sadness following alcohol consumption. This phenomenon isn’t fully understood, but a few contributing factors can offer us a better understanding. […] Alcohol activates reward pathways in the brain, releasing chemical messengers like dopamine and serotonin. They make you feel happy, friendly, and confident—so why do people say alcohol is a depressant? […] Yes, alcohol can feel stimulating and, while the amount of alcohol in your blood is rising, it may improve your mood. When you hear people talking about alcohol as a depressant, in this context, the term “depressant” refers to the way alcohol changes brain activity, not mood. […] Even though the term “depressant” isn’t directly referring to the mood disorder, heavy drinking is associated with the development of clinical depression. People with alcohol use disorder are more likely to develop major depression than those without it. All in all, depression and alcohol aren’t a helpful combo.
  • #52 Can Percocet Cause a Hangover? | Michael’s House
    https://michaelshouse.com/percocet-addiction/can-percocet-cause-a-hangover/
    Almost anyone who has experienced a night of heavy drinking is familiar with that dreaded morning-after hangover. […] Contrary to popular belief, a hangover is not just something that occurs with alcohol, though. It can also occur after taking large doses of other substances, such as Percocet. […] When most people hear the word hangover, they typically think of the headache and nausea that occurs after a night of heavy alcohol consumption. Not many people think that these effects can occur when using drugs such as Percocet. […] However, in a more broad sense, a hangover can be defined as the remaining physical repercussions of a substance that causes a high. By this description, heavy Percocet abuse can also result in a hangover, just like alcohol. […] As the body returns to its natural state after a night of Percocet abuse, certain chemicals in the brain are at work. This is combined with dehydration, which many opiate users experience when they forget to drink enough water while intoxicated. After the effects of the Percocet have worn off, the imbalance of chemicals and water in the body encourage the symptoms associated with a hangover.
  • #53
    https://www.drugrehab.com/addiction/drugs/marijuana/hangover/
    A marijuana hangover occurs the day after heavy cannabis use. […] The morning after heavily smoking cannabis, a hangover may occur. A marijuana hangover is characterized by feelings of grogginess, haziness and lethargy. It can affect your memory and cause other distressing symptoms. […] Symptoms of a marijuana hangover include: Eye redness, Dry mouth, Dehydration, Lethargy, Decreased alertness, coordination and depth perception, Impaired memory, Learning problems. […] A weed hangover can lead to poor performance at work, according to a 2006 study published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology. […] Memory problems among chronic cannabis users can last at least seven days after last use, according to the Office of National Drug Control Policy. The more marijuana you use, the more severe your hangover symptoms can be the following day. […] A cannabis hangover cannot be cured, but the symptoms will eventually subside. […] If you consistently experience a marijuana hangover, it could indicate a deeper problem. Chronic cannabis hangovers may be a sign of marijuana dependence or marijuana addiction.
  • #54 Can Percocet Cause a Hangover? | Michael’s House
    https://michaelshouse.com/percocet-addiction/can-percocet-cause-a-hangover/
    Almost anyone who has experienced a night of heavy drinking is familiar with that dreaded morning-after hangover. […] Contrary to popular belief, a hangover is not just something that occurs with alcohol, though. It can also occur after taking large doses of other substances, such as Percocet. […] When most people hear the word hangover, they typically think of the headache and nausea that occurs after a night of heavy alcohol consumption. Not many people think that these effects can occur when using drugs such as Percocet. […] However, in a more broad sense, a hangover can be defined as the remaining physical repercussions of a substance that causes a high. By this description, heavy Percocet abuse can also result in a hangover, just like alcohol. […] As the body returns to its natural state after a night of Percocet abuse, certain chemicals in the brain are at work. This is combined with dehydration, which many opiate users experience when they forget to drink enough water while intoxicated. After the effects of the Percocet have worn off, the imbalance of chemicals and water in the body encourage the symptoms associated with a hangover.
  • #55 Can Percocet Cause a Hangover? | Michael’s House
    https://michaelshouse.com/percocet-addiction/can-percocet-cause-a-hangover/
    Almost anyone who has experienced a night of heavy drinking is familiar with that dreaded morning-after hangover. […] Contrary to popular belief, a hangover is not just something that occurs with alcohol, though. It can also occur after taking large doses of other substances, such as Percocet. […] When most people hear the word hangover, they typically think of the headache and nausea that occurs after a night of heavy alcohol consumption. Not many people think that these effects can occur when using drugs such as Percocet. […] However, in a more broad sense, a hangover can be defined as the remaining physical repercussions of a substance that causes a high. By this description, heavy Percocet abuse can also result in a hangover, just like alcohol. […] As the body returns to its natural state after a night of Percocet abuse, certain chemicals in the brain are at work. This is combined with dehydration, which many opiate users experience when they forget to drink enough water while intoxicated. After the effects of the Percocet have worn off, the imbalance of chemicals and water in the body encourage the symptoms associated with a hangover.
  • #56 When You’ve Had Too Much: Hangover Symptoms and Remedies
    https://www.healthline.com/health/hangover-symptoms
    Drinking too much can cause alcohol poisoning. This affects many of your body’s normal functions, such as breathing, temperature regulation, and heart rate. Alcohol poisoning can be deadly or have serious long-term consequences. […] Seek emergency medical attention if you or someone you’re drinking with exhibits any of the following symptoms: feeling disoriented, throwing up, having seizures, having pale, bluish skin, breathing slowly (inhaling and exhaling less than eight times per minute), breathing irregularly (going 10 seconds or more between each breath), feeling abnormally cold, losing consciousness and unable to wake up. […] Limiting how much alcohol you drink at one time is the most effective way to minimize the possibility of a hangover.
  • #57 Hangovers: Symptoms and Recovery
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/hangover-causes-and-treatment-1298862
    The combination of these physiologic effects of alcohol can cause several of the symptoms of a hangover. […] It is not completely clear why a hangover can be associated with problems like hypotension and tachycardia. Dehydration and electrolyte abnormalities can lead to these effects, but other factors, such as alcohol toxicity, may contribute as well. […] There is no cure for a hangover, but there are some treatment strategies. Waiting is typically the most common way of dealing with hangovers because they tend to resolve on their own. However, you may not want to sleep all day and have other obligations like work or school. […] If you still feel light-headed, have diminished coordination, or if you have a rapid heart rate or a weak pulse, you should seek medical attention. Often, intravenous (IV) fluids can help alleviate the symptoms. But sometimes severe issues, such as vomiting or coughing blood need to be addressed with more intensive medical attention. […] In general, a hangover is highly unpleasant but not dangerous. While they generally resolve on their own after several hours, there are some strategies for managing a hangover. But they can cause major health issues, especially if you are not in good health to begin with.
  • #58 Hangovers: Treatments and causes
    https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/5089
    There is no absolute cure for a hangover. However, people can take steps to relieve many of the symptoms, such as drinking water, eating fruit, and resting. […] While there is no absolute cure for a hangover, people can reduce the symptoms by getting plenty of sleep, drinking water, eating nutritious foods, and restoring electrolytes. […] A hangover has to run its course. This involves the body regulating itself as the alcohol leaves the bloodstream. […] In the vast majority of cases, hangover symptoms resolve after about 24 hours. […] Many so-called hangover cures are ineffective. Among these are the hair of the dog approach, which involves drinking more alcohol to relieve a hangover. Healthcare professionals do not recommend this method, which may only prolong the symptoms. […] If hangover symptoms are severe during or after a bout of drinking the person may have alcohol poisoning. This is a medical emergency.
  • #59 Hangovers – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373015
    People usually don’t go to a healthcare professional to get a diagnosis or treatment for a hangover. Mostly likely, you’ll know if you have a hangover based on your symptoms the morning after drinking alcohol. Common symptoms include tiredness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, problems thinking clearly, and low tolerance for light and sound. […] Talk to your healthcare professional if regular hangovers affect your quality of life, including your personal relationships or your performance at school or work. Treatment for problems with alcohol is widely available.
  • #60 Hangovers – Hancock Health
    https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/hangovers/
    Hangovers are caused by drinking too much alcohol. A single alcoholic drink is enough to trigger a hangover for some people, while others may drink heavily and not have a hangover. […] People usually dont go to a healthcare professional to get a diagnosis or treatment for a hangover. Mostly likely, youll know if you have a hangover based on your symptoms the morning after drinking alcohol. Common symptoms include tiredness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, problems thinking clearly, and low tolerance for light and sound. […] Talk to your healthcare professional if regular hangovers affect your quality of life, including your personal relationships or your performance at school or work. Treatment for problems with alcohol is widely available.
  • #61 Hangovers: Everything You Need to Know | Bicycle Health
    https://www.bicyclehealth.com/blog/hangovers-guide
    Genes also influence hangover severity. Researchers say your genetic makeup is responsible for almost half of your hangover frequency if you’re a male and 40% if you’re a female. […] If you experience anything out of the ordinary for you, it’s time to see a doctor. […] If you develop hangover-like symptoms every time you awaken in the morning, you could be dealing with alcohol withdrawal. Constant drinking changes brain chemistry, and in time, your cells won’t work properly without alcohol. […] If frequent, severe hangovers are a common part of every day, it’s time to talk with your doctor about alcohol treatment. […] Researchers haven’t verified common hangover folk treatments, and that’s intentional. Doctors vow to keep their patients healthy. If they told you all about how to drink to excess without feeling sick, you might never curb your drinking.
  • #62 How Long Can a Hangover Last? The Science Behind Hangovers – BBH
    https://www.theblackberrycenter.com/how-long-can-a-hangover-last/
    Most people have, at some point in their lives, had too much to drink one night, and woken up the next day with a pounding head full of regret. Hangovers are so common that we can find references going back to the first century CE. However, sometimes people experience particularly nasty hangovers—the kind that leave them bedridden and unable to keep down water, moaning and asking themselves, Just how long can a hangover last? […] A hangover typically lasts anywhere from 12 to 36 hours, although it could last in some cases for up to 72 hours. Exactly how long a hangover can last will depend on several factors, such as the person’s tolerance of alcohol, how much they drank, when they stopped drinking, and what kind of alcohol was consumed. […] Alcohol abuse and heavy drinking can take a toll on the body. Hangover side effects can be debilitating. However, if they continue to worsen or become severe, a simple hangover may not be your problem. You may need to visit a doctor if you are worried about your unhealthy drinking, find yourself experiencing severe alcohol withdrawal, or having frequent hangovers. […] If you’re getting them frequently, then it might be time to seek help.
  • #63 Alcohol Use Disorder: What It Is, Symptoms & Treatment
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/3909-alcoholism
    Hangovers and withdrawal are two issues that affect people with alcohol use disorder. […] Spending lots of time obtaining and drinking these beverages or recovering from hangovers caused by drinking.
  • #64 Hangovers: Symptoms & Hangover Relief Explained | Monument
    https://joinmonument.com/resources/hangover-symptoms-prevention-relief/
    Most adults in America are familiar with the sensation of a hangover. In fact, one report claims that more than 70 percent of Americans have had at least one in their life. But, even though hangovers are very common, many people dont understand how they actually work. Learning more about what happens to our bodies after drinking large quantities of alcohol can provide a helpful new perspective. […] A hangover is a general term to describe the mental and physical effects brought on after consuming alcohol. The main cause behind hangovers is ethanol, which is the primary toxin responsible for why alcohol makes you drunk. Ethanol travels throughout the body through the bloodstream, leading to many uncomfortable symptoms. Hangovers look different for everyone, and no two are the same. […] As mentioned above, hangover symptoms may vary from person to person. The same person may also have dramatically different symptoms each time they excessively drink alcohol. However, there are some common patterns to what a hangover might feel like. Some of these symptoms include:
  • #65 The science behind hangovers — and what to do when you get one  |
    https://ideas.ted.com/the-science-behind-hangovers-and-what-to-do-when-you-get-one-david-nutt/
    Most of us love to joke about hangovers. […] But what is happening in our bodies is more serious than that its alcohol withdrawal. […] Hangovers are the experience of various unpleasant physiological and psychological effects that follow a medium-to-high consumption of alcohol. […] However, some people dont get hangovers at all: Between 3 percent and 23 percent of the population is reported to be hangover-resistant. […] Hangovers can last from a few hours to over a day. […] There are gaps in the research about what is going on in our bodies during a hangover. But researchers know the hangover state is a multifactorial event caused by a variety of biochemical and neurochemical changes, as well as your personal make-up. […] Consuming high quantities of congeners chemical byproducts produced during fermentation and distillation processes is also thought to make hangovers worse.
  • #66 Hangovers: Everything You Need to Know | Bicycle Health
    https://www.bicyclehealth.com/blog/hangovers-guide
    You spent last night drinking, and you woke up feeling sick. Chances are, you’re dealing with a hangover. For most people, hangovers are unpleasant reminders of the dangers of alcohol. Researchers say adults who drink regularly on average wake up with hangovers about once per month. If you’ve overindulged in alcohol, you’ve likely had a morning-after episode at least once. Up to 23% of people don’t get hangovers. These people may be at higher risk of alcohol use disorder (AUD). […] Experiencing severe hangovers that impact your ability to function or to complete your responsibilities may be a sign of an alcohol use disorder. This article will review what you need to know about “hangovers” and how to know if they might be a problem for you. […] Hangovers are a constellation of symptoms experienced after your body has metabolized alcohol.
  • #67 7 ways to cure your hangover – Harvard Health
    https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/7-ways-to-cure-your-hangover
    Hangovers seem to be the body’s way of reminding us about the hazards of overindulgence. Physiologically, it’s a group effort: Diarrhea, fatigue, headache, nausea, and shaking are the classic symptoms. […] The result is pure misery. Fortunately, knowing the causes of hangovers, as well as different ways to cure a hangover, can help. […] Hangovers begin after blood alcohol levels start to fall. In fact, according to some experts, the worst symptoms occur when levels reach zero. […] The key ingredient seems to be „drinking to intoxication”; how much you drank to get there is less important. […] Several studies suggest that light and moderate drinkers are more vulnerable to getting a hangover than heavy drinkers. […] A study published in The Journal of Clinical Medicine evaluated the diets for 24 hours before and after excessive drinking occurred.
  • #68 Why Do Hangovers Get Worse with Age? | Wellness RetreatAccessibility ToolsIncrease TextDecrease TextGrayscaleHigh ContrastNegative ContrastLight BackgroundLinks UnderlineReadable FontReset
    https://wellnessretreatrecovery.com/do-hangovers-get-worse-with-age/
    If you’ve ever experienced a hangover and prayed to your higher power to make it go away in exchange for a vow of sobriety, you’re not alone. Almost 70% of people feel hungover a night of drinking alcohol. […] While hangover symptoms vary from mild to severe, nursing a hangover after the age of 30 can be especially challenging. If you are struggling with more intense hangovers in your 30s, it’s no coincidence. With age, your body cannot process alcohol the way it used to. […] A hangover is a set of symptoms that follow alcohol consumption. Unlike the feeling of euphoria and pleasure while drinking, hangover is the effect once the alcohol has started to leave the body. […] Most hangovers will subside within a day, but some can last 24 hours. The symptoms vary depending on the individual.
  • #69 How alcohol affects your body | Better Health Channel
    https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/healthyliving/how-alcohol-affects-your-body
    Potential short-term effects of alcohol include hangover and alcohol poisoning, as well as falls and accidents, conflict, lowered inhibitions and risky behaviours. […] You’ve probably heard of, or perhaps experienced, a hangover a set of unpleasant symptoms that usually follows excessive alcohol intake. […] Generally, the more you drink the higher the likelihood you’ll experience a hangover, but there’s no way to predict how much you may be able to drink and avoid a hangover. […] The severity of a hangover often has to do with how your body metabolises alcohol, as when you drink, alcohol triggers a number of reactions in your body. […] Depending on what you drank and how much, your hangover may include these symptoms: thirst, headache, muscle aches, diarrhoea, nausea, fatigue, weakness, trembling or shaking, rapid heart rate, increased blood pressure, dry mouth and eyes, poor concentration, increased sensitivity to light and sound, a feeling that the room is spinning, or a sense of dizziness, anxiety, depression, irritability and other mood disturbances, poor, restless or less sleep.
  • #70 7 proven hangover cures and first aid for alcohol poisoning
    https://onlinefirstaid.com/7-proven-hangover-cures-and-first-aid-for-alcohol-poisoning/?srsltid=AfmBOopBm1zPFYFDByLamMv281xqcDi2rEyUyYbXvaZ_djWx1qImlhO9
    Hangovers make you feel rotten. Symptoms can include exhaustion, a pounding headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst and sensitivity to light or sound. […] The easiest way to reduce hangover symptoms is to reduce your alcohol intake. Both the severity and incidence of hangover symptoms increase in line with the amount of alcohol you consume. […] Studies have found that you must reach a peak blood alcohol concentration of 0.110.12% to develop a hangover. […] Dehydration is the cause of most of the hangover symptoms you experience. If you can prevent this occurring at the start, the extent of your hangover will be dramatically reduced. […] Eating before you drink alcoholic beverages will help line your stomach and absorb some of the alcohol. This will reduce the concentration of alcohol within your blood.
  • #71 Hangovers: Symptoms & Hangover Relief Explained | Monument
    https://joinmonument.com/resources/hangover-symptoms-prevention-relief/
    Each of the symptoms highlighted above can vary in intensity and duration. If you find yourself suffering from any of these symptoms frequently, that may be a sign that you could benefit from taking a closer look at your relationship with alcohol. […] Youre probably wondering why some people experience certain symptoms and why the intensity of those symptoms differs. In reality, there are many factors involved that contribute to hangover severity. Those factors include: […] Some people are simply better able to effectively metabolize alcohol than others. This is often because of genetics. One interesting study noted that almost half of all the variations in hangover frequency and severity could be genetically linked. […] Its believed that your mood before you start drinking can also determine how intense your hangover is.
  • #72 7 ways to cure your hangover – Harvard Health
    https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/7-ways-to-cure-your-hangover
    Hangovers seem to be the body’s way of reminding us about the hazards of overindulgence. Physiologically, it’s a group effort: Diarrhea, fatigue, headache, nausea, and shaking are the classic symptoms. […] The result is pure misery. Fortunately, knowing the causes of hangovers, as well as different ways to cure a hangover, can help. […] Hangovers begin after blood alcohol levels start to fall. In fact, according to some experts, the worst symptoms occur when levels reach zero. […] The key ingredient seems to be „drinking to intoxication”; how much you drank to get there is less important. […] Several studies suggest that light and moderate drinkers are more vulnerable to getting a hangover than heavy drinkers. […] A study published in The Journal of Clinical Medicine evaluated the diets for 24 hours before and after excessive drinking occurred.
  • #73 Hangover Symptoms, Remedies & Prevention
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/16627-hangover
    A hangover is when you have unpleasant physical and mental symptoms after drinking too much alcohol the previous night. […] Most people who get hangovers can diagnose themselves based on their alcohol consumption and symptoms. If you feel sick after consuming alcohol, you most likely have a hangover. […] Many hangover remedies claim to treat a hangover. But theyre often not based in science, and some can be dangerous. For example, drinking more alcohol (hair of the dog) wont help a hangover. More alcohol just increases the toxicity of the alcohol already in your body. […] Hangovers can cause more than just unpleasant symptoms. With a hangover, youre not thinking clearly. Alcohol impairs your attention, decision-making processes and muscle coordination. You might engage in risky behavior you wouldnt ordinarily do. For example, driving during a hangover can be dangerous or deadly. People can also injure themselves at work. […] Hangovers tend to go away on their own, even if you dont do anything. As your body readjusts to the lack of alcohol, you start to feel better.
  • #74 Hangovers | National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
    https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/hangovers
    A hangover refers to a set of symptoms that occur as a consequence of drinking too much. Typical symptoms include fatigue, weakness, thirst, headache, muscle aches, nausea, stomach pain, vertigo, sensitivity to light and sound, anxiety, irritability, sweating, and increased blood pressure. A hangover can vary from person to person. […] A number of factors can contribute to hangovers: […] Hangover symptoms peak when the blood alcohol concentration in the body returns to about zero. The symptoms can last 24 hours or longer. […] Hangovers can be both painful and dangerous. During a hangover, a persons attention, decision-making, and muscle coordination can all be impaired. Also, the ability to perform important tasks, such as driving, operating machinery, or caring for others can be negatively affected.
  • #75 JCM | Special Issue : The Alcohol Hangover: Causes, Consequences, and Treatment
    https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/special_issues/Alcohol_Hangover
    The alcohol hangover refers to the combination of mental and physical symptoms experienced the day after a single episode of heavy drinking, starting when the blood alcohol concentration approaches zero (Van Schrojenstein Lantman et al., 2016). […] Research has identified as many as 47 different symptoms that can be experienced during the alcohol hangover state (Penning et al., 2012). […] A recent study investigated the presence and severity of the most common hangover symptoms among 1,837 social drinkers (Van Schrojenstein Lantman et al., 2017). […] Research has pointed at the socioeconomic consequences of experiencing these symptoms in terms of absenteeism versus presenteeism and an increased risk of having accidents. Alcohol hangover effects can also significantly impair daily activities such as driving a car.
  • #76 Hangovers can be Dangerous and Life-threatening | Arlington Cemetery
    https://arlingtoncemetery.org/hangovers-dangerous-life-threatening/
    Many people who drink have had a hangover at some point in their life, and most of the time they are not cause for concern. However, under some circumstances hangovers can be dangerous and even life threatening. Excessive alcohol consumption leads to dehydration. This dehydration is what causes the symptoms of a hangover. These symptoms usually occur the morning after an excessive drinking session and may include dizziness, severe headaches, trembling and vomiting. […] Hangovers can result in reduced concentration, blurred vision and reduced reaction times. If people have jobs which involve heavy machinery, driving or looking after others, then these symptoms may put their own and others lives in danger. A WHO (World Health Organisation) survey reported that 25% of workplace accidents and 60% of fatal accidents at work may be linked to hangovers.
  • #77 Hangovers: Symptoms, Causes & Long-Term Effects – The Recovery Village Palmer Lake
    https://www.palmerlakerecovery.com/alcohol-abuse-and-addiction/hangovers/
    The experiences of hangovers are not just confined to the immediate aftermath of alcohol consumption but may also have far-reaching implications for long-term health. […] Some of the long-term health consequences of frequent hangovers may include liver damage, cardiovascular problems, gastrointestinal issues, nutritional deficiencies, neurological damage, and immune system suppression. […] To mitigate the discomfort of hangovers, several evidence-based strategies can be employed. […] Ultimately, the surest way to avoid a hangover is to abstain from alcohol or drink in strict moderation. […] While abstaining from alcohol is the only guaranteed way to avoid a hangover, there are several strategies and remedies that can help alleviate hangover symptoms.
  • #78 Hangovers can be Dangerous and Life-threatening | Arlington Cemetery
    https://arlingtoncemetery.org/hangovers-dangerous-life-threatening/
    Hangovers have also been linked to the onset of seizures. Even those not diagnosed with epilepsy can experience a seizure as a result of a hangover. For those with epilepsy, a hangover can induce a seizure and regular hangovers may result in more frequent/severe seizures. […] Moreover, the frequency of the patients seizures decreased when their drinking was reduced. This should be of particular concern to those who have epilepsy, have relatives with epilepsy, or have had any form of seizure before, as their threshold for seizure-induction maybe lower. […] Similarly, the higher the frequency of hangovers the more the likelihood of developing and dying from cardiovascular issues including, stokes and heart attacks. […] In addition to physical symptoms, hangovers can produce feelings of anxiety, shame, guilt and ultimately depression. If hangovers are regular this can increase these feelings in general and can lead to clinical depression. Hangovers can also accelerate pre-existing depression and lead to suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
  • #79 Hangovers can be Dangerous and Life-threatening | Arlington Cemetery
    https://arlingtoncemetery.org/hangovers-dangerous-life-threatening/
    Hangovers have also been linked to the onset of seizures. Even those not diagnosed with epilepsy can experience a seizure as a result of a hangover. For those with epilepsy, a hangover can induce a seizure and regular hangovers may result in more frequent/severe seizures. […] Moreover, the frequency of the patients seizures decreased when their drinking was reduced. This should be of particular concern to those who have epilepsy, have relatives with epilepsy, or have had any form of seizure before, as their threshold for seizure-induction maybe lower. […] Similarly, the higher the frequency of hangovers the more the likelihood of developing and dying from cardiovascular issues including, stokes and heart attacks. […] In addition to physical symptoms, hangovers can produce feelings of anxiety, shame, guilt and ultimately depression. If hangovers are regular this can increase these feelings in general and can lead to clinical depression. Hangovers can also accelerate pre-existing depression and lead to suicidal thoughts or self-harm.
  • #80 Hangovers can be Dangerous and Life-threatening | Arlington Cemetery
    https://arlingtoncemetery.org/hangovers-dangerous-life-threatening/
    The frequency of hangovers is positively correlated with the onset of major depression. […] Piasecki et al. (2005) found that people who experienced more hangovers were more likely to develop alcohol related problems, especially when they have a family history of alcoholism. […] However, Baker et al. (2004), suggests that people with frequent hangovers often take the hair of the dog approach meaning they drink to reduce the symptoms of hangovers. This can be extremely dangerous as it can lead to dependency and alcohol poisoning. […] Alcohol poisoning may occur during a session of heavy drinking or after (e.g. in the morning). However, it is much more serious than a hangover. Symptoms may include: low body temperature, increased heart rate, continuous vomiting, difficulty breathing, confusion, seizures and a blue tinge around the lips/nails. Alcohol poisoning is extremely dangerous and can be fatal so medical attention is required. […] Most of the time hangovers are not cause for concern, but if they are occurring frequently (e.g. more than once a week) then they can have very serious and/or long-term effects both on psychical and psychological wellbeing.
  • #81 Hangovers can be Dangerous and Life-threatening | Arlington Cemetery
    https://arlingtoncemetery.org/hangovers-dangerous-life-threatening/
    The frequency of hangovers is positively correlated with the onset of major depression. […] Piasecki et al. (2005) found that people who experienced more hangovers were more likely to develop alcohol related problems, especially when they have a family history of alcoholism. […] However, Baker et al. (2004), suggests that people with frequent hangovers often take the hair of the dog approach meaning they drink to reduce the symptoms of hangovers. This can be extremely dangerous as it can lead to dependency and alcohol poisoning. […] Alcohol poisoning may occur during a session of heavy drinking or after (e.g. in the morning). However, it is much more serious than a hangover. Symptoms may include: low body temperature, increased heart rate, continuous vomiting, difficulty breathing, confusion, seizures and a blue tinge around the lips/nails. Alcohol poisoning is extremely dangerous and can be fatal so medical attention is required. […] Most of the time hangovers are not cause for concern, but if they are occurring frequently (e.g. more than once a week) then they can have very serious and/or long-term effects both on psychical and psychological wellbeing.
  • #82 7 ways to cure your hangover – Harvard Health
    https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/7-ways-to-cure-your-hangover
    However, they did find that people whose food and beverage consumption contained greater amounts of zinc and B vitamins had less severe hangovers. […] Drinking to ease the symptoms of a hangover is sometimes called taking the hair of the dog, or hair of the dog that bit you. The notion is that hangovers are a form of alcohol withdrawal, so a drink or two will ease the withdrawal. However, the hair of the dog just perpetuates a cycle. It doesn’t allow you to recover.
  • #83 Alcohol Hangover
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6761819/
    Hangovers are a frequent, though unpleasant, experience among people who drink to intoxication. Despite the prevalence of hangovers, however, this condition is not well understood scientifically. Multiple possible contributors to the hangover state have been investigated, and researchers have produced evidence that alcohol can directly promote hangover symptoms through its effects on urine production, the gastrointestinal tract, blood sugar concentrations, sleep patterns, and biological rhythms. […] In addition, researchers postulate that effects related to alcohols absence after a drinking bout (i.e., withdrawal), alcohol metabolism, and other factors (e.g., biologically active, nonalcohol compounds in beverages; the use of other drugs; certain personality traits; and a family history of alcoholism) also may contribute to the hangover condition. Few of the treatments commonly described for hangover have undergone scientific evaluation.
  • #84 Hangover Syndrome: Pathogenesis and Treatment
    https://clinmedjournals.org/articles/iasar/international-archives-of-substance-abuse-and-rehabilitation-iasar-3-009.php?jid=iasar
    To discuss the state of art of pathogenesis and treatment of Hangover Syndrome (HS). […] It was shown, that there is a significant gap in the understanding of pathogenesis of HS, which hamper the elaboration of means of metabolic correction of this condition. […] The actual task of future research is the detailed investigation of pathogenic mechanisms of HS. This will allow elaborating the comprehensive medicine for HS treatment targeting all links of its pathogenesis. […] Since HS is associated with alcoholic excesses, it is considered a sign of alcohol abuse. […] However, unlike HS, withdrawal symptoms are manifested by more pronounced and varied symptoms (including neurological symptoms), which manifests itself against the background of a strong craving for alcohol. […] Despite the significant damage to health and large economic losses associated with HS, the pathogenesis of this condition is not well understood.
  • #85 Alcohol Hangover treatments and the classification for treating hangovers as a disease – Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical
    https://sen-jam.com/fda-classified-alcohol-hangover-as-disease/
    Hangover […] Alcohol hangover treatment: past and future […] Since the discovery of alcohol thousands of years ago, drinkers have enjoyed consuming alcoholic beverages but also suffer from the next-day negative effects of alcohol intake. This so-called alcohol hangover is defined as the combination of negative mental and physical symptoms which can be experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption, starting when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) approaches zero. […] Indeed, the hangover experienced the day after an evening of alcohol consumption can have a significant impact on planned activities. For example, research has shown that hangovers have a negative impact on work performance (both presenteeism and absenteeism), reduced performance in students, and significantly impaired driving performance. […] Given its great socioeconomic consequences, it is surprising that so little research has been devoted to the development of hangover treatments. The absence of effective hangover treatments is caused by the lack of understanding of the alcohol hangover. […] Current research on alcohol metabolism revealed that alcohol consumption elicits an inflammatory response that is probably responsible for the development of the alcohol hangover. It is thought that by counteracting this inflammatory response, hangovers can be reduced or prevented. […] Recently, the International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision (ICD-11) listed the alcohol hangover as a separate entity. This is in line with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which considers alcohol hangover as a disease and requires treatments to be registered as drugs. […] A total of 82 hangover products were identified, registered as dietary supplements. The most frequently reported ingredients of these products were vitamin B, vitamin C, milk thistle extract (silymarin), dihydromyricetin (DHM), and N-acetyl L-cysteine (NAC). […] Notwithstanding, it is obviously not in the interest of consumers that the safety and efficacy of marketed hangover treatments are unproven, irrespective of whether these are registered as medicinal drugs or dietary supplements. […] However, there is hope on the horizon. Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical is developing a new hangover treatment, SJP-001, comprising a combination of an naproxen (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), painkiller), and fexofenadine (an H1-antagonist, antihistamine drug). […] The mechanism of action of SJP-001 aims to reduce the inflammatory response after alcohol consumption, which should then reduce or prevent a next-day hangover. […] In addition, results from a recent pilot study showed that SJP-001 was significantly more effective in reducing hangover severity than placebo. […] Therefore, in near future, an extensive clinical trial will be conducted to further evaluate the efficacy of SJP-001.
  • #86 Visual Guide to a Hangover
    https://www.webmd.com/balance/ss/slideshow-hangover-effects-treatment
    When you stop drinking, your BAC begins to drop. Hangover symptoms are at their worst when that level returns to zero and usually last about 24 hours. […] New research focuses on the theory that hangovers involve inflammation. Studies have found that people who were hungover had high levels of cytokines, proteins that act as messengers for your immune system. When you feel terrible after drinking too much, it may be the result of both dehydration and an inflammatory response. […] If you don’t eat anything and drink on an empty stomach, for example, you may feel worse because your bloodstream will take in the booze more quickly. […] Darker liquors, such as bourbon, have substances called congeners. Studies suggest these can cause worse symptoms. […] If inflammation is part of the reason hangovers happen, aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) might help.
  • #87 Alcohol Hangover treatments and the classification for treating hangovers as a disease – Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical
    https://sen-jam.com/fda-classified-alcohol-hangover-as-disease/
    Hangover […] Alcohol hangover treatment: past and future […] Since the discovery of alcohol thousands of years ago, drinkers have enjoyed consuming alcoholic beverages but also suffer from the next-day negative effects of alcohol intake. This so-called alcohol hangover is defined as the combination of negative mental and physical symptoms which can be experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption, starting when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) approaches zero. […] Indeed, the hangover experienced the day after an evening of alcohol consumption can have a significant impact on planned activities. For example, research has shown that hangovers have a negative impact on work performance (both presenteeism and absenteeism), reduced performance in students, and significantly impaired driving performance. […] Given its great socioeconomic consequences, it is surprising that so little research has been devoted to the development of hangover treatments. The absence of effective hangover treatments is caused by the lack of understanding of the alcohol hangover. […] Current research on alcohol metabolism revealed that alcohol consumption elicits an inflammatory response that is probably responsible for the development of the alcohol hangover. It is thought that by counteracting this inflammatory response, hangovers can be reduced or prevented. […] Recently, the International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision (ICD-11) listed the alcohol hangover as a separate entity. This is in line with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which considers alcohol hangover as a disease and requires treatments to be registered as drugs. […] A total of 82 hangover products were identified, registered as dietary supplements. The most frequently reported ingredients of these products were vitamin B, vitamin C, milk thistle extract (silymarin), dihydromyricetin (DHM), and N-acetyl L-cysteine (NAC). […] Notwithstanding, it is obviously not in the interest of consumers that the safety and efficacy of marketed hangover treatments are unproven, irrespective of whether these are registered as medicinal drugs or dietary supplements. […] However, there is hope on the horizon. Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical is developing a new hangover treatment, SJP-001, comprising a combination of an naproxen (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), painkiller), and fexofenadine (an H1-antagonist, antihistamine drug). […] The mechanism of action of SJP-001 aims to reduce the inflammatory response after alcohol consumption, which should then reduce or prevent a next-day hangover. […] In addition, results from a recent pilot study showed that SJP-001 was significantly more effective in reducing hangover severity than placebo. […] Therefore, in near future, an extensive clinical trial will be conducted to further evaluate the efficacy of SJP-001.
  • #88 Alcohol Hangover treatments and the classification for treating hangovers as a disease – Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical
    https://sen-jam.com/fda-classified-alcohol-hangover-as-disease/
    Hangover […] Alcohol hangover treatment: past and future […] Since the discovery of alcohol thousands of years ago, drinkers have enjoyed consuming alcoholic beverages but also suffer from the next-day negative effects of alcohol intake. This so-called alcohol hangover is defined as the combination of negative mental and physical symptoms which can be experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption, starting when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) approaches zero. […] Indeed, the hangover experienced the day after an evening of alcohol consumption can have a significant impact on planned activities. For example, research has shown that hangovers have a negative impact on work performance (both presenteeism and absenteeism), reduced performance in students, and significantly impaired driving performance. […] Given its great socioeconomic consequences, it is surprising that so little research has been devoted to the development of hangover treatments. The absence of effective hangover treatments is caused by the lack of understanding of the alcohol hangover. […] Current research on alcohol metabolism revealed that alcohol consumption elicits an inflammatory response that is probably responsible for the development of the alcohol hangover. It is thought that by counteracting this inflammatory response, hangovers can be reduced or prevented. […] Recently, the International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision (ICD-11) listed the alcohol hangover as a separate entity. This is in line with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) which considers alcohol hangover as a disease and requires treatments to be registered as drugs. […] A total of 82 hangover products were identified, registered as dietary supplements. The most frequently reported ingredients of these products were vitamin B, vitamin C, milk thistle extract (silymarin), dihydromyricetin (DHM), and N-acetyl L-cysteine (NAC). […] Notwithstanding, it is obviously not in the interest of consumers that the safety and efficacy of marketed hangover treatments are unproven, irrespective of whether these are registered as medicinal drugs or dietary supplements. […] However, there is hope on the horizon. Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical is developing a new hangover treatment, SJP-001, comprising a combination of an naproxen (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), painkiller), and fexofenadine (an H1-antagonist, antihistamine drug). […] The mechanism of action of SJP-001 aims to reduce the inflammatory response after alcohol consumption, which should then reduce or prevent a next-day hangover. […] In addition, results from a recent pilot study showed that SJP-001 was significantly more effective in reducing hangover severity than placebo. […] Therefore, in near future, an extensive clinical trial will be conducted to further evaluate the efficacy of SJP-001.
  • #89 Hangover: Symptoms, causes, treatments, and your questions answered.
    https://examine.com/conditions/hangover/?srsltid=AfmBOooz83UOVRIHklMizcLbZRGg-QGstCOq8BRxLrGpM6WSpgQvFMRO
    Hangover (or alcohol hangover) refers to the negative physical and mental symptoms experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption. Common hangover symptoms include cognitive impairments and mood alterations, and there appears to be no reliable hangover cure other than time. […] Hangover also known as alcohol hangover, or, medically, as veisalgia is defined by the Alcohol Hangover Research Group as the combination of negative mental and physical symptoms which can be experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption, starting when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) approaches zero. […] There currently is no objective assessment or biomarker that can be used to reliably diagnose hangover or to determine the severity of hangover symptoms. Thus, the diagnosis of hangover relies on the subjective reporting of symptoms.
  • #90 The Mental Effects of Alcohol: A Hangover Worse Than Imagined – Promises Behavioral Health
    https://www.promises.com/addiction-blog/5-hangover-symptoms-didnt-know/
    If you experience a hangover and find it difficult to remember many details of the night before, you were most likely binge drinking. […] The emotional aspects of a hangover can include depression-like symptoms, such as: Sadness, Crying, Lethargy, Fatigue, Anxiety, Feeling like a failure, Fears about the future. […] Symptoms of a hangover seem to be the combined result of dehydration, hormonal alterations, dysregulated cytokine pathways and the toxic effects of alcohol and acetaldehyde. […] A recent study was conducted on healthy social drinkers, aged 18 to 30 who consumed a minimum of five alcoholic beverages, at least three times per month. […] Some studies have suggested acetaldehyde levels may influence the presence and severity of hangovers. […] Thousands of years after the ancient Assyrians were looking for a miracle hangover cure, scientists are still striving to find the elusive elixir to alleviate, or at the very least, shorten the duration of symptoms.
  • #91 Hangover Cures from a Functional Medicine Perspective
    https://www.ccfmed.com/blog/hangover-cures
    A number of studies have shown that following a night of heavy drinking there is an upregulation of cytokines and prostaglandins, showing a significant relationship between immune factors and hangover severity. […] Drinking suppresses the central nervous system by increasing the activity of the calm-inducing neurotransmitter GABA and suppressing the activity of the excitability neurotransmitter glutamate. […] Alcohol inhibits the production of glucose in the body, depletes glucose reserves in the liver, and causes a buildup of lactic acid in body fluids, which further inhibits glucose production. […] There are several factors that, while not causative of a hangover, are known to influence the severity. […] If you do choose to drink, we recommend implementing the steps listed above to prevent a hangover, and to keep you as healthy as possible.
  • #92 Hangovers – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373015
    People usually don’t go to a healthcare professional to get a diagnosis or treatment for a hangover. Mostly likely, you’ll know if you have a hangover based on your symptoms the morning after drinking alcohol. Common symptoms include tiredness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, problems thinking clearly, and low tolerance for light and sound. […] Talk to your healthcare professional if regular hangovers affect your quality of life, including your personal relationships or your performance at school or work. Treatment for problems with alcohol is widely available.
  • #93 Alcohol Hangover
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6761819/
    A hangover is characterized by the constellation of unpleasant physical and mental symptoms that occur after a bout of heavy alcohol drinking. Physical symptoms of a hangover include fatigue, headache, increased sensitivity to light and sound, redness of the eyes, muscle aches, and thirst. […] Mental symptoms include dizziness; a sense of the room spinning (i.e., vertigo); and possible cognitive and mood disturbances, especially depression, anxiety, and irritability. The particular set of symptoms experienced and their intensity may vary from person to person and from occasion to occasion. […] Overlap exists between hangover and the symptoms of mild alcohol withdrawal (AW), leading to the assertion that hangover is a manifestation of mild withdrawal. Hangovers, however, may occur after a single bout of drinking, whereas withdrawal occurs usually after multiple, repeated bouts. […] Other differences between hangover and AW include a shorter period of impairment (i.e., hours for hangover versus several days for withdrawal) and a lack of hallucinations and seizures in hangover.
  • #94 Hangovers – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/symptoms-causes/syc-20373012
    Hangover symptoms often begin when your blood alcohol content drops and is at or near zero. Symptoms are usually in full effect the morning after a night of heavy drinking. Depending on what and how much alcohol you drank, you may notice: […] Hangovers after a single night’s drinking go away on their own. Talk with your healthcare professional if you’re concerned that frequent heavy drinking may lead to serious problems, such as alcohol withdrawal. […] More-serious symptoms from heavy drinking may be a sign of alcohol poisoning a life-threatening emergency. Alcohol poisoning is a serious and sometimes deadly result of drinking large amounts of alcohol in a short period of time. […] Hangovers are caused by drinking too much alcohol. A single alcoholic drink is enough to trigger a hangover for some people, while others may drink heavily and not have a hangover.
  • #95 Hangover: Symptoms, causes, treatments, and your questions answered.
    https://examine.com/conditions/hangover/?srsltid=AfmBOooz83UOVRIHklMizcLbZRGg-QGstCOq8BRxLrGpM6WSpgQvFMRO
    Hangover (or alcohol hangover) refers to the negative physical and mental symptoms experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption. Common hangover symptoms include cognitive impairments and mood alterations, and there appears to be no reliable hangover cure other than time. […] Hangover also known as alcohol hangover, or, medically, as veisalgia is defined by the Alcohol Hangover Research Group as the combination of negative mental and physical symptoms which can be experienced after a single episode of alcohol consumption, starting when blood alcohol concentration (BAC) approaches zero. […] There currently is no objective assessment or biomarker that can be used to reliably diagnose hangover or to determine the severity of hangover symptoms. Thus, the diagnosis of hangover relies on the subjective reporting of symptoms.
  • #96 Visual Guide to a Hangover
    https://www.webmd.com/balance/ss/slideshow-hangover-effects-treatment
    When you stop drinking, your BAC begins to drop. Hangover symptoms are at their worst when that level returns to zero and usually last about 24 hours. […] New research focuses on the theory that hangovers involve inflammation. Studies have found that people who were hungover had high levels of cytokines, proteins that act as messengers for your immune system. When you feel terrible after drinking too much, it may be the result of both dehydration and an inflammatory response. […] If you don’t eat anything and drink on an empty stomach, for example, you may feel worse because your bloodstream will take in the booze more quickly. […] Darker liquors, such as bourbon, have substances called congeners. Studies suggest these can cause worse symptoms. […] If inflammation is part of the reason hangovers happen, aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) might help.
  • #97 Hangover Cures from a Functional Medicine Perspective
    https://www.ccfmed.com/blog/hangover-cures
    A number of studies have shown that following a night of heavy drinking there is an upregulation of cytokines and prostaglandins, showing a significant relationship between immune factors and hangover severity. […] Drinking suppresses the central nervous system by increasing the activity of the calm-inducing neurotransmitter GABA and suppressing the activity of the excitability neurotransmitter glutamate. […] Alcohol inhibits the production of glucose in the body, depletes glucose reserves in the liver, and causes a buildup of lactic acid in body fluids, which further inhibits glucose production. […] There are several factors that, while not causative of a hangover, are known to influence the severity. […] If you do choose to drink, we recommend implementing the steps listed above to prevent a hangover, and to keep you as healthy as possible.
  • #98 Hangovers – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hangovers/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20373015
    People usually don’t go to a healthcare professional to get a diagnosis or treatment for a hangover. Mostly likely, you’ll know if you have a hangover based on your symptoms the morning after drinking alcohol. Common symptoms include tiredness, dry mouth, headache, nausea, problems thinking clearly, and low tolerance for light and sound. […] Talk to your healthcare professional if regular hangovers affect your quality of life, including your personal relationships or your performance at school or work. Treatment for problems with alcohol is widely available.
  • #99 Hangovers | National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
    https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/hangovers
    The only way to completely avoid a hangover is to not drink alcohol at all or to keep alcohol intake to a minimum. There is no cure for a hangover other than time. […] Although many remedies for alleviating hangovers are mentioned on the web and in social media, none have been scientifically proven to be effective. There is no magic potion for beating hangoversand only time can help. […] Ultimately, the only surefire remedy for a hangover is to avoid getting one by drinking in moderation or choosing not to drink.