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I feel like i'm getting a head cold with a sore throat. will a glass of wine with dinner further irritate the virus?
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Make 'em drunk?: Nah, glass of wine most likely won't affect virus as it will just wash over mucus lining rather than be absorbed directly. Depending upon your sensitivity, you might feel worse if you get dehydrated easily (hungover) from drinking. But realistically, most women should be fine w/no more than 1 drink/d (men can have up to 2 drinks/d) whether sick or healthy.
Answered 4/4/2013
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See below: Not likely and should relax you as well.
Answered 7/18/2013
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