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Is Fluid Retention In The Body A Alcohol Withdrawal Symptom?

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Question : can alcoholic withdrawal caue fluid retention
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Answered by Dr. Noble Zachariah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Yes

Detailed Answer:
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Welcome and thanks for your query.
During the first few days of alcohol withdrawal, fluid retention may occur due to an increased secretion of a hormone called vasopressin which leads to water retention.
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Is Fluid Retention In The Body A Alcohol Withdrawal Symptom?

Brief Answer: Yes Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome and thanks for your query. During the first few days of alcohol withdrawal, fluid retention may occur due to an increased secretion of a hormone called vasopressin which leads to water retention.