Medical Dictionary – The definition of Alcoholism
Alcoholism is the syndrome which is associated with dependency on alcohol and sufferer may suffer from withdrawal symptoms due to sudden deprivation of alcohol. The symptoms and signs of withdrawal syndrome may include delusions, anxiety and hallucinations. Sudden withdrawal of alcohol without any proper supervision may lead to mortality due to seizures.
Alcoholism may develop based on the environmental factors and the genetic trait of the individual. History of heavy drinking for several years such as from 1 to 45 years may lead to the development of addiction.
Alcoholism will affect our judgement, memory, physical skills and intellectual function as well as the social skill.
The common disorders associated with heavy consumption of alcohol may include cirrhosis of the liver, peripheral neuropathy and cardiomyopathy.
Treatment may focus on the detoxification therapy. Psychological therapy also needed to identify the triggering factors which lead to the heavy drinking and rectify the problems.
Pharmacological therapy may include the sued of Antabuse or Disulfiram which may lead to vomiting when alcohol is taken.
Acamprosate calcium may also consider to reduce craving.
Alcoholism is the syndrome which is associated with dependency on alcohol and sufferer may suffer from withdrawal symptoms due to sudden deprivation of alcohol. The symptoms and signs of withdrawal syndrome may include delusions, anxiety and hallucinations. Sudden withdrawal of alcohol without any proper supervision may lead to mortality due to seizures.
Alcoholism may develop based on the environmental factors and the genetic trait of the individual. History of heavy drinking for several years such as from 1 to 45 years may lead to the development of addiction.
Alcoholism will affect our judgement, memory, physical skills and intellectual function as well as the social skill.
The common disorders associated with heavy consumption of alcohol may include cirrhosis of the liver, peripheral neuropathy and cardiomyopathy.
Treatment may focus on the detoxification therapy. Psychological therapy also needed to identify the triggering factors which lead to the heavy drinking and rectify the problems.
Pharmacological therapy may include the sued of Antabuse or Disulfiram which may lead to vomiting when alcohol is taken.
Acamprosate calcium may also consider to reduce craving.