People who have gone through withdrawal before are more likely to have withdrawal symptoms each time they quit drinking. Most people in withdrawal don't need to see a doctor. People who have had a bad withdrawal before should see a doctor. People who have other illnesses such as infections, heart disease, lung disease or a history of seizures should see a doctor if they begin to have serious withdrawal symptoms. They should see a doctor first.
Medicines can control the shakiness, anxiety and confusion that come with alcohol withdrawal.
Only a doctor can prescribe these medicines. If you take the medicines at an early stage, they may keep your symptoms from getting worse. Most people don't have to be hospitalized. It's important that people going through withdrawal have a quiet, safe place to stay until the withdrawal is over. The urge to drink again during withdrawal can be very strong.