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I've had low abdominal pain after drinking alcohol for a year or so. i start to feel it within minutes of first sip. never a heavy drinker. cause?

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Dr. James Goodrich answered

abdominal pain: If the pain occurs just shortly after taking the alcohol it is likely an irritation to the gastric tract and stomach. If this is chronic problem you might want to avoid alcohol.

Answered 1/7/2018

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A member asked:

I've had low abdominal pain after drinking alcohol for a year or so. i start to feel it within minutes of first sip. never a heavy drinker. cause?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Goodrich answered

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