Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms
Heavy drinkers who stop reduce consumption or stop drinking altogether may experience symptoms of withdrawal. They can be potential dangerous and should be treated as a serious warning sign that you are drinking too much. Withdrawal symptoms happen during alcohol withdrawal syndrome, a condition that occurs when someone dependent on alcohol stops drinking. The more regularly you consume alcohol, the more likely you are to experience withdrawal symptoms. The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend limiting alcohol intake to no more than 14 units per week to reduce health risks. If you worry you might be dependent on alcohol, it is important to seek medical help. A healthcare professional can guide you on how to cut down and stop drinking safely.
What are alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
Withdrawal symptoms can be psychological and physical, and range in severity from mild to severe. Typical symptoms of alcohol withdrawal can include:
- Anxiety
- A pulse rate above 100 beats per minute
- Depression
- Handr Tremors or the shakes
- Headaches
- Insomnia
- Irritability
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Restlessness
- Sweating
- Vomiting
Mild symptoms usually start within 8 to 24 hours from the last alcoholic drink. Severe symptoms can include hallucinations, seizures or delirium tremens.
Delirium tremens is a severe indication of alcohol withdrawal. Symptoms include:
- Severe disorientation
- Increased heart rate, blood pressure and breathing problems
- Uncontrollable restless behavior
About one in ten people with alcohol withdrawal will have seizures. If seizures happen, get medical help right away. If not treated, up to one in three of these patients may develop delirium tremens.
If you or someone you're caring for has repeated vomiting, intense shaking, or hallucinations, seek emergency medical care immediately.
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