Auto-brewery

Auto-brewery syndrome (also known as endogenous ethanol fermentation or gut fermentation syndrome) is a rare medical condition in which intoxicating quantities of ethanol are produced through endogenous fermentation within the digestive system.

Symptoms

The symptoms of auto-brewery syndrome can include dizziness, nausea, hangover, and chronic fatigue. These symptoms can occur suddenly and can last for several hours.

Causes

The syndrome is thought to be caused by an overgrowth of yeast in the gut, which ferments carbohydrates into ethanol. The yeast most commonly associated with this syndrome is Saccharomyces cerevisiae, although other types of yeast can also be involved.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of auto-brewery syndrome can be challenging, as the symptoms can be similar to many other conditions. The diagnosis is usually confirmed by demonstrating the presence of ethanol in the blood or urine, in the absence of alcohol consumption.

Treatment

Treatment for auto-brewery syndrome typically involves a combination of antifungal medication, probiotics, and dietary changes to reduce the amount of yeast in the gut.

See also

• Fermentation (biochemistry)
• Yeast
• Saccharomyces cerevisiae

References

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