Auto-brewery syndrome (ABS) is a rare gastrointestinal disorder where the body produces alcohol, leading to symptoms like memory loss, aggression, and liver damage. Recent research identified specific gut bacteria, including Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae, that ferment sugars into ethanol, causing high blood-alcohol levels. Improved diagnostic methods, such as stool tests and faecal microbiota transplants, may enhance treatment options and quality of life for affected individuals. This condition has often been misunderstood, resulting in stigma and misdiagnosis.
