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What Causes Severe Vomiting After Alcohol Consumption?
I drank too much alcohol last night. Today I have been unable to keep any liquid down. I have vomited 5 or 6 times. I tried to eat a little food, but that didn t stay down either. I m worried that I am too dehydrated. I have only urinated once today. My question is, should I go to urgent care for an IV? Or should I just keep trying to stay hydrated on my own. I am a small person and normally can hardly finish one alcoholic beverage. Last night I have 7 drinks. Thanks.
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Mon, 14 Nov 2016
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Hello,
It is due to severe gastritis secondary to a heavy bout of drinking.
As a first line management, you can take an antacids-antiemetic combination like pantoprazole-domperidone for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It is due to severe gastritis secondary to a heavy bout of drinking.
As a first line management, you can take an antacids-antiemetic combination like pantoprazole-domperidone for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a gastroenterologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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