What are the symptoms of hangover?

Symptoms of HANGOVER are: (1) Headache. (2) Headache comes on after drinking alcohol. (3) Vomiting blood after drinking large amounts of alcohol

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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is hangover?

Hangovers are caused both by the toxic effects of alcohol on the body, and the accompanying dehydration.

Symptoms of hangover

Headache
Headache comes on after drinking alcohol
Vomiting blood after drinking large amounts of alcohol

Questions your doctor may ask to check for hangover

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose hangover

Do you have headaches or does your head feel heavy?
Do you have headache after consuming alcohol?
Did you vomit blood after drinking a lot of alcohol?

Treatment for hangover

Hangovers will disappear naturally. Things that can help relieve symptoms include drinking water and having a light meal or soup to settle the stomach. Painkillers may also help with this condition.

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