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Why would someone have multiple seizures after drinking alcohol?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Seizures: The chemical effects of alcohol on the brain are such that, during alcohol withdrawal, the seizure threshold is lowered. Seizures are a known complication of alcohol withdrawal.

Answered 6/21/2014

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Withdrawal: Alcohol withdrawal can be mild or severe.Seizures and delirium tremens are severe forms of withdrawal and need immediate.

Answered 6/20/2014

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Dr. Aurea Tomeski answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Alcoholic seizures: Alcohol can produce seizures if someone takes too much alcohol Before he eats food due t hypoglycemia or low sugar, alcohol depresses the central nervous system. Alcohol can precipitate epilepsy. Alcohol can occur when taken with illicit or prescription drugs . Seizure can also occur during withdrawal from Alcohol.

Answered 6/20/2014

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