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Are red spots on arm after drinking alcohol normal?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

NO: You may have sensitivity to an ingredient in the alcohol.

Dr Pappas and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/22/2020

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