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I have alcohol sensitivity. what can i do?

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Dr. Mark Shukhman answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Some steps: I believe you are talking about the condition when some people are lacking the enzyme that metabolizes acetaldehyde. Of course, avoiding alcohol is a best. If you cannot avoid, use vitamin b3, kudzu or other anti-hangover remedies that you can find in the health food store.

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Answered 12/26/2015

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