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Delirium tremens
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Delirium tremens
Delirium tremens
(
DTs
) is a state of
confusion of rapid onset
that is usually caused by
withdrawal from alcohol
. If it occurs it is often three days into the withdrawal symptoms and lasts two to three days. People may also
see or hear things other people do not
. Physical effects may include
shaking
s, shivering, an
irregular heart rate
, and sweating. Occasionally a
very high body temperature
or
seizures
may result in death. Alcohol is one of the most dangerous
drugs to withdraw
from.
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