Drug Withdrawal Symptoms
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Charles Carlson, DO, MS (Psychiatry)

Dr. Carlson graduated from Touro University in Nevada with a degree in osteopathic medicine. He then trained as a resident in Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals where he was also a chief resident and completed a fellowship in Public and Community Psychiatry. After training, he started practicing in | Addiction Psychiatry at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs where he also teaches Psychiatry residents.

Yu Shirai, MD

Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)

Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.

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  • Feelings of guilt or regret regarding drug use

  • Have experienced withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, discomfort or tremors

  • Job or family relationships have been strained or affected by the use of drugs

  • Use of drugs has caused memory loss or flashbacks

  • Still using drugs despite suffering physical or mental side-effects

  • Unable to go without drugs for more than a week

  • History of using narcotics or illegal drugs

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About the Symptom

When the amount of drug is reduced or stopped then a person can experience uncomfortable physical and mental symptoms based on what the drug is.

When to see a doctor

Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms

  • Drug withdrawal symptoms

Possible Causes

Generally, Drug withdrawal symptoms can be related to:

  • Drug use disorder

    Substance use disorder is a disease that affects a person's brain and behavior, leading to an inability to control the use of legal or illegal drugs or medications. Substances like alcohol, marijuana, and nicotine are also considered drugs.

Doctor's Diagnostic Questions

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:

  • Have you ever experienced withdrawal symptoms from drug use?

  • Have you ever used stimulants, narcotics, or other illegal drugs before?

  • Do you have a fever?

  • Are you experiencing cold sweats?

  • Do you have a cough?

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Find Similar Symptoms

Similar symptoms or complaints

  • Problems associated with drug abuse

  • Alcoholism

  • Feel uncomfortable without alcohol

  • Hard to control drinking alcohol

  • Alcohol cravings

Reviewed By:

Charles Carlson, DO, MS

Charles Carlson, DO, MS (Psychiatry)

Dr. Carlson graduated from Touro University in Nevada with a degree in osteopathic medicine. He then trained as a resident in Psychiatry at Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals where he was also a chief resident and completed a fellowship in Public and Community Psychiatry. After training, he started practicing in | Addiction Psychiatry at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs where he also teaches Psychiatry residents.

Yu Shirai, MD

Yu Shirai, MD (Psychiatry)

Dr. Shirai works at the Yotsuya Yui Clinic for mental health treatment for English and Portuguese-speaking patients. He treats a wide range of patients from neurodevelopmental disorders to dementia in children and participates in knowledge sharing through the Diversity Clinic.

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