Basic Info
Symptoms
Mild-to-moderate psychological symptoms: Jumpiness or nervousness; Shakiness; Anxiety; Irritability or easy excitabil...
Causes
Alcohol withdrawal usually occurs in adults, but it may happen in teenagers or children as well. It can occur when a ...
Tests
The health care provider will check for: Rapid heartbeat (tachycardia; Rapid breathing (tachypnea; Elevated temperatu...
Treatments
The goals are to treat the immediate withdrawal symptoms, prevent complications, and begin long-term preventative the...
Prevention
Minimize or avoid the use of alcohol. In people with alcoholism, total abstinence from alcohol may be necessary.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider or go the emergency room if symptoms indicate alcohol withdrawal, especially in a pers...
Basic Info