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Can Alcohol Withdrawal Cause Disorientation, Excessive Sweating And Bad Taste In The Mouth?

Hi. I am female age 62. I am a recovering alcoholic. I am fairly healthy for my age I think. During my active alcoholism and sometimes now I have an episode or spell . The spell is not consistent in its occurrence. I sometimes go 2-3 months without having one. But this weekend I had 3. It starts with disoriented, odd taste in mouth and sweating profusely. Can you help
Fri, 29 Mar 2019
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Hello,

Yes, it is due to alcohol withdrawal. You have been alcoholic in the past and brain still craves for it. Do meditation, take counseling and visit a de-addiction center if symptoms persist.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician

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Can Alcohol Withdrawal Cause Disorientation, Excessive Sweating And Bad Taste In The Mouth?

Hello, Yes, it is due to alcohol withdrawal. You have been alcoholic in the past and brain still craves for it. Do meditation, take counseling and visit a de-addiction center if symptoms persist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician