Can Alcohol Intolerance Develop Later? Understanding Sudden Onset Sensitivity
                                
                                
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                                While some people are born with a genetic predisposition to alcohol intolerance, a 2024 article notes that many who once drank comfortably can suddenly find themselves experiencing unpleasant reactions. This sudden onset sensitivity, where your body struggles to process alcohol effectively, can begin at any stage of life and is more common than a true alcohol allergy.