Risks include an alcoholic binge period where alcohol use is heavy and intake of food is inadequate. It may also be triggered by head injury , infection, or illness in people with a history of heavy use of alcohol.
Symptoms occur because of the toxic effects of alcohol on the brain and nervous system.
They may be severe and progress rapidly. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. It is provided for your general information and is not a substitute for medical care or supervised medical treatment. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. There is no warranty that the information is free from errors and omissions or that it meets any particular standard.