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I get itchy the day after i drink alcohol.. why is that?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Pruritus: most likely due to dehydration and associated dry skin. alcohol can also induce flushing or itching due to histamine release, but this would occur closer to the time of ingestion.

Answered 2/6/2021

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A member asked:

I get itchy the day after i drink alcohol.. why is that?

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Dr. Corey Clay answered

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