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When Does Alcohol Withdrawal Seizure Happen?
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Mon, 23 Jun 2014
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Question : How soon would you have a seizer with alcohol with drawal?
Brief Answer:
Could possible within six to 48 hours
Detailed Answer:
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Alcohol withdrawal seizure can happen as soon as a severely dependent person has gone six hours with no alcohol, or it could take as long as 48 hours. The seizures can continue over the course of a few hours or even happen sporadically for weeks. More than 90 percent of seizures related to alcohol withdrawal occur within 48 hours of the last drink.
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Could possible within six to 48 hours
Detailed Answer:
HI
Thanks for using healthcare magic. I, Dr Abhishek Kapoor, would help you in this query.
Alcohol withdrawal seizure can happen as soon as a severely dependent person has gone six hours with no alcohol, or it could take as long as 48 hours. The seizures can continue over the course of a few hours or even happen sporadically for weeks. More than 90 percent of seizures related to alcohol withdrawal occur within 48 hours of the last drink.
In case, you need further help, you can ask.
Regards
Dr. Abhishek Kapoor
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