delirium tremens
a withdrawal syndrome occurring in persons who have developed physiological dependence on alcohol, characterized by tremor, visual hallucinations, and autonomic instability. Abbreviation: d.t.
Origin of delirium tremens
1- Also called the d.t.'s [thuh-dee-teez] /ðə ˈdiˈtiz/ .
Words Nearby delirium tremens
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How to use delirium tremens in a sentence
I nursed him through several attacks of delirium tremens, and was always in fear that he would get out and disgrace us.
Ancestors | Gertrude AthertonIt is most frequent among those whose addiction to alcohol for years has caused repeated paroxysms of delirium tremens.
Essays In Pastoral Medicine | Austin MalleyIt is not so apt to happen during a first attack of delirium tremens as during subsequent attacks.
Essays In Pastoral Medicine | Austin MalleyPatients suffering from delirium tremens, for instance, may die suddenly in the midst of a paroxysm of excitement.
Essays In Pastoral Medicine | Austin MalleyNor could a man be punished for being admitted whilst suffering from delirium tremens.
English Poor Law Policy | Sidney Webb
British Dictionary definitions for delirium tremens
/ (ˈtrɛmɛnz, ˈtriː-) /
a severe psychotic condition occurring in some persons with chronic alcoholism, characterized by delirium, tremor, anxiety, and vivid hallucinations: Abbreviation: dt, (informal) DT's
Origin of delirium tremens
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Scientific definitions for delirium tremens
[ dĭ-lîr′ē-əm trē′mənz ]
An acute, sometimes fatal episode of delirium that is usually caused by withdrawal or abstinence from alcohol following habitual excessive drinking or an episode of heavy alcohol consumption. It is characterized by trembling, sweating, acute anxiety, confusion, and hallucinations.
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