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Had blood and urine test done came back pos 39percent alcohol, i haven't drank in 22 yrs. dr thinks im an alcoholic, why'd this happen. so very upset.

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Dr. Robert Fietsam answered

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Mouthwash? : The blood test measures changes in your blood from exposure to alcohol. This could be from mouthwash, cough medicine, cleaning agents..etc.

Answered 4/1/2021

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A member asked:

Had blood and urine test done came back pos 39percent alcohol, i haven't drank in 22 yrs. dr thinks im an alcoholic, why'd this happen. so very upset.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Fietsam answered

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