What is alcohol intoxication?
Alcohol intoxication, also called drunkenness, is a temporary (short-term) condition after drinking too much alcohol. Alcohol is made up of a chemical called ethanol which may come from grains, or fruits such as grapes. It is found in beer, wine, liquor, such as vodka and whiskey, or other adult drinks. With alcohol intoxication, the amount of alcohol you have taken is more than what your body can handle. Alcohol intoxication may cause abnormal body changes and you may not be able to think, act, or talk properly. Diagnosing and treating alcohol intoxication as soon as possible may relieve your symptoms and prevent more serious problems. What causes alcohol intoxication? Drinking alcohol may be a common practice when you are celebrating, feeling sad, or stressed out. When you drink alcohol, it quickly enters the bloodstream and is carried throughout the body, including the brain. Abnormal changes in the brain may happen during or shortly after drinking alcohol. Alcohol affects the diffe
