Question 1

going through alcohol withdrawal having muscle cramping both sides near ribs but more towards the back and hand crampingwhat can i do?

Accepted Answer

: If you have not been eating well may have low blood body potassium and taking 2 cups of V-8 (without vodka) and see it that helps. Ask about your blood tests for potassium and kidney function,

Question 2

treatment of calf muscle tenderness after alcohol withdrawl?

Accepted Answer

Hydration: Hydration, rest and good diet.

Question 3

what kind of symptoms occur with alcohol withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol withdrawal s: Is a set of symptoms seen when one reduces or stops alcohol consumption after prolonged periods of excessive alcohol intake. It is due to the central nervous system being in a hyper-excitable state, leading to seizures &amp; delirium tremens. Symptoms start on waking, due to fall in blood alcohol levels during sleep, &amp; can include agitation, hallucination, sweating, cunfusion, htn, insomnia, GI upset.

Question 4

how can a person ease the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal?

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With the help of: Of a doctor.  Please remember that alcohol withdrawal can kill you!  make an appointment with a psychiatrist in your area who deals with addiction to help you through this process.

Question 5

which foods are best for dealing with alcohol withdrawal?

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Water: Drink plenty of water and eat bland things like bananas, soup and crackers.
If your withdrawal is severe, I would suggest going to an ER.
It is possible to have seizures during alcohol withdrawal after long term use.

Question 6

alcohol withdrawal: are seizures common?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Delirium tremens due to alcohol cessation may well start with a withdrawal seizure followed by frank delirium, hallucinations and tremors.  Therefore, if alcohol abuse is to be terminated, one cannot stop abruptly, and must be slowly withdrawn, under medical supervision.  Lastly, if a seizure does occur, it is against the law to drive a motor vehicle in the usa.

Question 7

what vitamins are good for alcohol withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Many: Many vitamins might be depleted in alcoholism, and could be helpful to replete:  thiamine, b12, folate, (folic acid) and magnesium come to mind.  These alone may not get you through alcohol withdrawal, though.  You may also need specific medicines to detox from the alcohol in a cross-tolerant way.   If you&#x27;re having tremor, anxiety, sweating, confusion, etc, this is dangerous and you need medical attention.

Question 8

is itchy skin normal in alcohol withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is a common symptom.

Question 9

can wellbutrin (bupropion) cause seizures during alcohol withdrawal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but?: Wellbutrin (bupropion) can cause seizures, itself.  Alcohol withdrawal can cause seizures withing itself.  The combination of the two certainly would be a set up for a seizure.  I wold be very careful with this medication and going through a withdrawal episode.  You doctor may have you on the medication for a very specific reason and you should discuss this medicaiton and it's side effects carefully.

Question 10

is it possible for alcohol withdrawal or abuse cause flu like symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It may feel like one has the flu when experiencing what are known as withdrawal symptoms. Usually, one has to drink every day for at least one month, before they would have withdrawal symptoms after abruptly stopping. More over, the most severe kinds of withdrawal from alcohol can involve the person having a seizure, which can be dangerous as it can cause a person to stop breathing.

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Going through alcohol withdrawal having muscle cramping both sides near ribs but more towards the back and hand crampingwhat can i do?

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