Symptoms of Withdrawal From Alcohol
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About the symptom
It describes a variety of symptoms such as hand shaking, being easily irritable, having palpitations or insomnia.
When to see a doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Irritable or tremors after stopping alcohol
Possible causes
- Alcohol dependence / delirium tremens
A condition in which the patient depends on alcohol and experiences withdrawal symptoms if they don't have a drink. These symptoms can range from mild (e.g., irritation, sleeplessness) to severe (confusion, coma, seizures).
- Alcohol usage disorder
Alcohol use disorder is a condition with continued heavy and/or frequent alcohol use despite mental, social, or physical problems. It is sometimes referred to as alcoholism.
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
When you stop drinking alcohol, do you experience symptoms such as hand shaking, irritation, heart racing, or insomnia?
Do you feel fatigued?
Do you have difficulty sleeping (Insomnia)?
Do you have less or no appetite, therefore eat less food?
Do you feel tired almost every day and unmotivated to do anything?
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Reviewed By:
Shohei Harase, MD (Neurology)
Dr. Harase spent his junior and senior high school years in Finland and the U.S. After graduating from the University of Washington (Bachelor of Science, Molecular and Cellular Biology), he worked for Apple Japan Inc. before entering the University of the Ryukyus School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Okinawa Prefectural Chubu Hospital, where he received the Best Resident Award in 2016 and 2017. In 2021, he joined the Department of Cerebrovascular Medicine at the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, specializing in hyperacute stroke.
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