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I think im allergic to red wine. get headaches.?

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Dr. Gary Steven answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Not allergy: Headache is not an allergic symptom. This is a common side effect of red wine. There is no way to treat this to prevent the headache; all you can do is avoid drinking it.

Answered 3/26/2013

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Dr. David Shulan answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Not a true allergy: Red wine can trigger headaches by affecting blood vessels. It is not an allergic reaction as it is due to a non-immune mechanism, but you would still want to avoid it.

Answered 4/19/2014

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