Hangover

Symptoms of hangover begin within a few hours after drinking ceases, peak when the blood alcohol level reaches zero and continue for up to an additional 24 hours. Surprisingly the exact mechanism responsible for this nearly universal problem remain uncertain.
The amount of alcohol certainly plays a role but may not be the dominant factor. Greater consumption over a relatively brief period associated with a rapid rise in blood alcohol concentration dramatically increase the risks. Usually those suffering a hangover achieve a peak BAC in excess of 0.1% - with DUI defined as a BAC of 0.08%. Many exceptions to this rule exist with some drinkers unduly sensitive and liable to suffer after only two or three drinks. Others can binge without any trace of problems.
At equivalent quantities of alcohol women experience more hangovers than men. Adjusting for their smaller size suggests differences in susceptibility fade but do not completely disappear. Hangovers become less frequent with advancing age principally due to altered patterns of drinking - less quantity and typically associated with meals.
Symptoms of hangover vary and include fatigue, thirst, drowsiness, dry mouth, nausea, decreased reaction time, weakness and headache. Some individuals complain of anxiety, depression, a racing heartbeat, shakiness, balance problems, memory issues and ringing in the ears.
The likelihood of a hangover depends to some extent on the congeners present in the beverage of choice. These contribute to the taste, smell and appearance of the drink. Congeners appear naturally during the process of fermentation or aging or may be added in the distilling process. In descending concentration they are present in brandy, red wine, rum, whiskey, white wine and gin with relatively little to none in vodka and beer. Hangovers most frequently occur with beverages containing the greatest amount of congeners.
The risk of a hangover depends on foods present in the stomach when alcohol is consumed. Food reduces the likelihood of a hangover. Similarly those who slept well the night before appear at less risk. The same holds for those who drink a glass of water between each alcoholic beverage. Cigarettes and carbonated beverages increase the risk while limiting drinking to only 1 alcohol containing beverage each hour reduces the risk.
Quite amazingly hangovers do not deter future episodes of excessive drinking.

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[@L0ND0NMAN]

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[@laurax3955]

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[@ECUCHRIS904]

I get hangovers from edibles but never when I smoke. What is going on?

[@JoeScottakaEpsitec]

Ingestion of THC leads to the metabolite 11-HO-THC, which is a much more potent molecule which has a longer half-life. It takes longer for this to get out of the system than regular THC. Little to no 11-HO-THC is created when THC is inhaled.

[@Bengtroslund]

All I know is that a drink or two cures hangovers, so I would say its 90% withdrawal.

[@f.flufferton2200]

Benzodiazepines will cure a hangover as well. So definitely you are correct. It's not just dehydration.

[@KushKussh]

I’m Norwegian my dad is a drinker. I’ve grown up never seeing him really have a hangover but ya he doesn’t drink heavy, just an alcoholic. He’s 72 still drinkin his beers 🤙 ahhhh

[@willthomsen7569]

I got a hangover what should I do doctor?? Lol SHUT UP AND TAKE IT LIKE A MAN!! Don’t drink so much next time, or do and be prepared to suffer a bit after 👍🏻 how it works