White fever (Delirium tremens)

White fever (Delirium Tremens) is a psychosis that occurs during alcoholism, usually observed during withdrawal syndrome in chronic alcoholics. Skull trauma or any acute infection while abstaining from drinking alcohol increases the likelihood of developing delirium tremens.

The main symptoms of delirium tremens are:

1. Anxiety
2. Tremor
3. Heavy sweating
4. Vivid and terrifying visual and sensory hallucinations, often involving animals and insects

In very severe cases of delirium tremens, death can occur.

White fever (Delirium Tremens): symptoms, causes and treatment

White fever, also known as Delirium Tremens, is a psychosis that occurs with alcoholism. It is usually observed during withdrawal symptoms in chronic alcoholics, but can also occur as a result of trauma to the skull or any acute infection while abstaining from drinking alcohol. In this article we will look at the causes, symptoms and treatments for this disease.

Causes

White fever can be caused by prolonged alcohol consumption, which leads to disruption of the functioning of the nervous system. Alcohol consumption primarily involves neurotransmitters such as gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and neuroepinephrine (NE). When you stop drinking alcohol, the levels of these neurotransmitters decrease, which can lead to symptoms of delirium tremens.

Additionally, cranial trauma or acute infection may also increase the likelihood of developing delirium tremens.

Symptoms

The main symptoms of White fever are:

1. Anxiety;
2. Tremor;
3. Heavy sweating;
4. Vivid and terrifying visual and sensory hallucinations, often involving animals and insects.

In addition, the patient may experience:

1. Insomnia;
2. Lack of appetite;
3. Severe headaches;
4. Convulsions;
5. Increased body temperature;
6. Palpitations and arrhythmias;
7. High blood pressure.

In very severe cases, death can occur.

Treatment

Treatment of delirium tremens is carried out in a hospital setting. It includes the following activities:

1. Monitoring vital functions (breathing, heartbeat, etc.);
2. The use of drugs aimed at improving the function of the nervous system;
3. Use of sedatives to relieve restlessness and anxiety;
4. Using anticonvulsants to prevent seizures;
5. Correction of water and electrolyte imbalances.

After discharge from the hospital, the patient should continue treatment, including taking mandatory courses of psychotherapy and psychological rehabilitation.

Conclusion

White fever is a serious illness that can lead to death. Its symptoms are the result of dysfunction of the nervous system and usually occur during withdrawal symptoms in chronic alcoholics. Patients suffering from White fever require immediate medical attention and hospital treatment. Treatment includes monitoring vital signs, using drugs to improve nervous system function, sedatives and anticonvulsants, and correcting fluid and electrolyte imbalances. After discharge from the hospital, the patient should continue treatment and must undergo courses of psychotherapy and psychological rehabilitation. Therefore, it is important to seek medical help in a timely manner and not delay treatment to avoid serious consequences.