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Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium : Causes

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Delirium tremens
Delirium tremens can occur after a period of heavy alcohol drinking, especially when the person does not eat enough food.It may also be triggered by head injury, infection, or illness in people with a history of heavy alcohol use.It is most common...
Source:ADAM
Date:March 3, 2009

Specific Causes Articles

Alcoholism
Alcoholism is drinking alcoholic beverages at a level that interferes with physical health, mental health, and social, family, or job responsibilities.Alcoholism is a type of drug addiction. There is both physical and mental dependence on alcohol....
Source:ADAM
Date:January 15, 2009
Alcohol Use and Abuse
Large amounts of alcohol can result in depression of the various body systems, resulting in coma or death. The immediate physical effects of alcohol depend on the amount and frequency of drinking, while the mental and emotional effects are influen...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Public Health
Alcohol Use and Abuse
This report includes information on recognizing the symptoms of problem drinking, treatment techniques, coping with a loved one's drinking, and overcoming denial.
Source:StayWell
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