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Here's What Happens In Your Body During a Hangover

You may not remember last night if you've had too much alcohol, but your body does.

Brittany DoohanMera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Written by Brittany Doohan | Reviewed by Mera Goodman, MD, FAAP
Updated on December 21, 2023

During a hangover, nausea and headaches are only the tip of the iceberg in terms of what your body is experiencing. In this video, learn what your body is going through after drinking too much alcohol.

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