Hangover refers to the unpleasant symptoms that develop 4 to 6 hours after a person drinks too much alcohol.
Symptoms may include:
- Nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain.
- Headache, tiredness, and irritability.
- Sweating and thirst.
- Weakness and shaky hands.
A hangover is an indication of drinking too much alcohol. If a person has frequent hangovers, it could be a sign of an alcohol use problem.
Author:Jeannette Curtis
Medical Review:Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Peter Monti, PhD - Alcohol and Addiction
Peter Monti, PhD - Alcohol and Addiction
Last Updated: 10/02/2007
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