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Outbreaks of methanol ingestion have occurred due to contamination of drinking alcohol. This is more common in the developing world. [2] In 2013 more than 1700 cases occurred in the United States. Those affected are usually adults and males. [3] Toxicity to methanol has been described as early as 1856. [5]
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Outbreaks of methanol toxicity have occurred when methanol is used to lace moonshine (bootleg liquor), [1] which is an alcohol-related crime. However, it may also happen if ethanol has been contaminated. Methanol is a toxic alcohol to humans via ingestion due to metabolism.
It has also been correlated with depression, unemployment, and family problems with an increased risk of domestic abuse. Gender and parental history of alcoholism and binge drinking has an influence on susceptibility to alcohol dependence as higher levels are typically seen in males and in those with a family history. [6]
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Alcohol intoxication typically begins after two or more alcoholic drinks. [5] Alcohol has the potential for abuse. Risk factors include a social situation where heavy drinking is common and a person having an impulsive personality. [5] Diagnosis is usually based on the history of events and physical examination. [6]
A case of urinary fermentation of carbohydrates by endogenous microorganisms leading to urinary ethanol has been reported. This single reported case is associated with diabetes due to the presence of sugar in the urine for the yeast to ferment. The person did not develop symptoms of intoxication, but did test positive in the urine for alcohol.