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Is hyperreflexia permanent or temperory, when caused by alcohol withdraws are over? is this permanent

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Hyperreflexia : Hyperreflexia means that the tendon reflexes are overactive. When the brain is withdrawing from alcohol it is irritable. This is often accompanied by withdrawal seizures, very high blood pressure, delirium, agitation, etc. Usually when the patient gets through the withdrawal period, functions return to normal. In cases of brain or spinal cord injury hyperreflexia is most often permanent.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Temporary: It is a sign of increased Adrenalin and possibly other neurotransmitters that are seen in alcohol withdrawal. Once the withdrawal is over, they go away. If there is some other cause (a brain or spinal cord lesion, or other diseases or medications that can cause it), then it may persist. A neurologist can help figure it out the cause and treatment.

Answered 8/24/2018

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