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Why do i feel drunk when i don't drink alcohol feel dizzy and sick unable to eat and walk very well what could be causing this and why?

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Many causes: There could be many causes. Are you on any new medications or have you stopped any medications abruptly? If not you should go to your doctor for a work-up.

Answered 9/29/2016

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See your DR and get: A thorough medical exam. Your symptoms could be due to many possible medical conditions including viral, respiratory, neurologic, gastrointestinal, kidney, metabolic/thyroid, diabetes etc. Take care!

Answered 9/14/2013

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