Other causes of failed PEth test for alcohol abuse?

Posted by gjones1956 @gjones1956, Nov 14, 2017

My daughter undergoes periodic peth testing for alchohol abuse. She fails regularly, although swears she drinks NOTHING. We have reason to believe she is telling the truth. Assuming she is indeed not drinking, is there a physical condition or ailment that might produce positive peth tests? She is 29, has enlarged lymph nodes, some kind of mysterious condition that gives her severe hives, etc. We are wondering if some type of autoinflammation or autoimmune condition might explain elevated levels. Our daughter is FINALLY discussing this with her regular doctor but if it is some unusual condition a specialist will be needed. The reason the peth test is required is due to a nasty custody dispute with lots of allegations of misconduct. I just want to know if there is ANYTHING other than alchohol consumption that can lead to positive test results. Any thoughts or knowledge of cases? Thanks for reading.

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lacie2023 | @lacie2023 | Oct 5 3:05pm

In reply to @toolsd "Sent you a private message. I have LOTS of info for you. Mike" + (show)

not an alcoholic here but, I'm in a very intense custody battle with my ex-husband and he is trying to make me look like one. The judge asked me if I had a drink in last last month and I said no because I was telling the truth. Well long story short I failed and now my custody is still suspended and things have gotten out of control. Any information previously gathered on the subject of false positives would be appreciated.

Laurie, Volunteer Mentor | @roch | Oct 6 11:03am

In reply to @lacie2023 "not an alcoholic here but, I'm in a very intense custody battle with my ex-husband and..." + (show)

@lacie2023
Have you thought of having an alcohol evaluation that you present the results to court. Your primary can provide info on where to request. Or may ask your primary to repeat the drug test.

In order to succeed in custody battle, you will need documentation.

toolsd | @toolsd | Oct 9 11:28pm

Feel free to contact me via private message, I cannot post a phone number publically, I’ve tried….

mcak | @mcak | Oct 22 10:46am

I signed up yesterday...and can't figure out how to send a PM. I click on @toolsd then click messages and it brings up a search for messages. I'd like the info you have if possible-

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