Severe alcohol withdrawal may be accompanied by seizures and delirium tremens; the latter may include which of the following symptoms?

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Delirium tremens, a severe form of alcohol withdrawal, is characterized by vivid, often terrifying hallucinations, insomnia, and autonomic arousal (e.g., rapid heart rate, sweating). These symptoms reflect the body's hyperactive response to the absence of alcohol.

Severe Alcohol Withdrawal May Be Accompanied by Seizures and Delirium