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Turn bright red and blotchy and hot, sweaty when i indulge in any alcoholic drink or am very nervous.. not rosachea. i have asthma (see dr.)?
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Alcohodehydrogenase : Many people, especially asians and native americans lack an enzyme needed to digest alcohol. Using alcohol causes these people to get flushed, and they require much lower amounts to get intoxicated be careful and safe.
Answered 5/15/2016
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