What Causes Lower Lip Numbness After Alcohol Consumption?

Posted on Thu, 1 Oct 2015

Question: Hi. I was out drinking last night and had approx 6 drinks in 2 hours then stopped because I vomited. I slept it off but this morning I have numbness in my bottom lip. Should I be worried?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
No need to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM
This can be caused by irritation of lips sensoric nerves due to vomiting,alcohol or bite. Just be patient,dont drink alcohol for a while, avoid too cold or to hot drinks.
Wish you good health. Regards

Note: In case of any other concern or query related to prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or the recovery of persons with the any type of addiction or substance use, follow up with our Addiction Medicine Specialist. Click here to book a consultation now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar