Symptoms of Delirium tremens
Symptoms of Delirium tremens
The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources
for Delirium tremens includes the 5
symptoms listed below:
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Medical Books Excerpts
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Medical Books Excerpts
- DELIRIUM
- "Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs" (2003)
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- DEMENTIA
- "Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs" (2003)
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- Delirium
- "In A Page: Pediatric Signs and Symptoms" (2007)
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- DELIRIUM
- "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)
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- Agitation
- "Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition)" (2006)
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- Confusion
- "Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition)" (2006)
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- Dementia*
- "A Pocket Manual of Differential Diagnosis" (1999)
- [ read ]
- Agitation
- "Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition)" (2006)
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- Confusion
- "Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition)" (2006)
- [ read ]
- Confusion
- "The 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter" (2000)
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- Delirium
- "The 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter" (2000)
- [ read ]
- Dementia
- "The 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter" (2000)
- [ read ]
- Agitation
- "Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses" (2007)
- [ read ]
- Confusion
- "Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses" (2007)
- [ read ]
- Agitation
- "Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms" (2007)
- [ read ]
- Confusion
- "Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms" (2007)
- [ read ]
- DELIRIUM
- "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)
- [ read ]
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Alcohol-related disorder:
Signs and symptoms
(Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition))
Because the person with alcohol dependence may hide or deny his addiction, and may temporarily manage to maintain a functional life, assessing for alcohol-related disorder can be difficult. Note physical and psychosocial symptoms that suggest alcohol-related disorder. For example, the patient’s history may suggest a need for daily or episodic alcohol use to maintain adequate functioning, an inability to discontinue or reduce alcohol intake, episodes of anesthesia or amnesia (blackouts) during intoxication, episodes of violence during intoxication, and interference with social and familial relationships and occupational responsibilities. Many minor complaints may be alcohol-related. The patient may report malaise, dyspepsia, mood swings or depression, and an increased incidence of infection. Observe the patient for poor personal hygiene and untreated injuries, such as cigarette burns, fractures, and bruises, that he can’t fully explain. Note any evidence of an unusually high tolerance of sedatives and opioids.
Although each person abusing alcohol may present in his own unique way, secretive or manipulative behavior may be a manifestation of the patient’s denial of the severity of his addiction. Suspect alcohol-related disorder if the patient uses inordinate amounts of aftershave or mouthwash. When confronted, the patient may deny or rationalize the problem. Alternatively, he may be guarded or hostile in his response and may even sign out of the hospital against medical advice. He also may project his anger or feelings of guilt or inadequacy onto others to avoid confronting his illness.
Chronic alcohol abuse brings with it an array of physical complications, including malnutrition, cirrhosis of the liver, peripheral neuropathy, brain damage, and cardiomyopathy. Assess for these complications in a patient with alcohol-related disorder. (See Complications of alcohol use.)
After abstinence or reduction of alcohol intake, signs and symptoms of withdrawal — which begin shortly after drinking has stopped and last for 5 to 7 days — may vary. The patient initially experiences anorexia, nausea, anxiety, fever, insomnia, diaphoresis, and tremor, progressing to severe tremulousness, agitation and, possibly, hallucinations and violent behavior. Major motor seizures (alcohol withdrawal seizures) can occur during withdrawal. Suspect alcohol-related disorder in any patient with unexplained seizures. (See Signs and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.)
ELDER TIP Remember to consider the possibility of alcohol abuse when evaluating older patients. Research suggests that alcoholism affects 2% to 10% of adults older than age 60. More than half of all elderly hospital admissions are due to alcohol-related problems.
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Source: Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition), 2005
Acute Drug Withdrawal:
Acute Drug Withdrawal - signs & symptoms
(The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult)
- Drug withdrawal is a clinical diagnosis.
- Patients should be evaluated for associated diagnoses such as traumatic injury, pneumonia, etc.
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Source: The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult, 2008
Delirium tremens as a Cause of Symptoms or Medical Conditions
When considering symptoms of Delirium tremens, it is also important to consider Delirium tremens as a possible cause of other medical conditions.
The Disease Database lists the following medical conditions that Delirium tremens may cause:
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Delirium tremens as a symptom:
For a more detailed analysis of Delirium tremens as a symptom, including causes, drug side effect causes, and drug interaction causes, please see our Symptom Center information for Delirium tremens.
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and may not be the full list of Delirium tremens signs or Delirium tremens symptoms.
Furthermore, signs and symptoms of Delirium tremens may vary on an individual basis for each patient.
Only your doctor can provide adequate diagnosis of any signs or symptoms and whether they
are indeed Delirium tremens symptoms.
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