delirium tremens

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deliryum tremens
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A psychosis of chronic alcoholism, usually due to alcohol withdrawal, which can be fatal. Symptoms include sweating, tremors, terrifying hallucinations, insomnia, restlessness, disorientation and anxiety
hallucinations due to alcoholism
the DT's. Delirium seen in severe cases of alcohol withdrawal (see alcoholism) complicated by exhaustion, lack of food, and dehydration, usually preceded by physical deterioration due to vomiting and restlessness. The whole body trembles, sometimes with seizures, disorientation, and hallucinations. Delirium tremens lasts 3-10 days, with a reported death rate of up to 20%. Hallucinations may develop independently of delirium tremens and may last days to weeks
acute delirium caused by alcohol poisoning
An acute, psychotic state usually occurring during reduction or cessation of alcohol intake after a prolonged or copious intake of alcohol; characterized by symptoms such as tremors, hallucinations, or seizures Requires immediate treatment; may be life threatening
Occurs in some cases of withdrawal from alcohol Identified by increasing confusion, depression, and terrifying hallucinations, along with persistent and uncontrollable shaking often accompanied by increases in blood pressure to extreme levels This is a medical emergency
DTs, severe tremors and hallucinations caused by alcohol poisoning

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delirium tremens DTs
Delirium seen in severe cases of alcohol withdrawal (see alcoholism) complicated by exhaustion, lack of food, and dehydration, usually preceded by physical deterioration due to vomiting and restlessness. The whole body trembles, sometimes with seizures, disorientation, and hallucinations. Delirium tremens lasts 3-10 days, with a reported death rate of up to 20%. Hallucinations may develop independently of delirium tremens and may last days to weeks
delirium tremens