Alcohol Detox
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Alcohol Detox |
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Symptoms
of withdrawal or reduced drinking can include:- Heightened
anxiety Panic
attacks Psychosis Suicidal
thoughts Raised
blood pressure Increased
heart rate Delirium
Tremens Seizure Without
medication, the withdrawal symptoms are at best extremely uncomfortable, so much so, that it is virtually impossible for most
alcoholics to successfully complete a detox without relapsing part way through. At worst, a non medicated detox period can
result in hospital admission and possible death. It is therefore essential that anyone wishing to withdraw from alcohol should
be professionally medicated so that the withdrawal process is managed in a controlled and safe manner. If managed correctly,
the detox period is usually relatively short (5 to 10 days), is tolerable, and the associated health risks are minimised. If
you suspect that you or a family member/friend may be dependant on alcohol and you are unsure, or simply need advice or further
details on detox management, please feel free to call me. |
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