Already think you need alcohol detoxification?
If you need medical detoxification from alcohol we can help! Give us a call at 877-41-SOBER(76237). We offer alcohol detox at several facilities nationwide. Specifically serving PA, NJ, CT, RI, CA, and FL. We specialize in alcohol detox and also in alcoholism treatment. Treatment beyond the initial detoxification period is necessary to maintain long term sobriety.
If you don't know whether you need alcohol detox
We would like to inform you with some facts so that you may better decide if you need an alcohol detoxification service. You should know that only a medical professional can make a properly informed decision on whether you need alcohol detoxification. This content is meant to help inform and educate, it does not take the place of a medical assessment given by a qualified person. If you would like an assessment we can help you get one.
What is alcohol detox?
In short alcohol detox is the process of ridding your body of all alcohol. Alcohol detox generally describes the time from the last drink, through the next 5-7 days. Detoxification is needed when your body becomes physically dependant on alcohol. You may or not be physically dependant on alcohol, however there are some symptoms that can cue you into whether or not you are suffering a physical addiction.
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Mild to moderate psychological symptoms:
- Feeling of jumpiness or nervousness
- Feeling of shakiness
- Anxiety
- Irritability or easily excited
- Emotional volatility, rapid emotional changes
- Depression
- Fatigue
- Difficulty with thinking clearly
- Bad dreams
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Mild to moderate physical symptoms:
- Headache - general, pulsating
- Sweating, especially the palms of the hands or the face
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Loss of appetite
- Insomnia, sleeping difficulty
- Paleness
- Rapid heart rate (palpitations)
- Eyes, pupils different size (enlarged, dilated pupils)
- Skin, clammy
- Abnormal movements
- Tremor of the hands
- Involuntary, abnormal movements of the eyelids
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Severe symptoms:*
- A state of confusion and hallucinations (visual) -- known as delirium tremens
- Agitation
- Fever
- Convulsions
- "Black outs" -- when the person forgets what happened during the drinking episode
-Source: National Institute of Health
*Severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms especially those that include Delirium Tremors, seizures or hallucinations require immediate medical attention. These are not to be taken lightly and have resulted in severe physical harm and even death. If you experience these symptoms we recommend you visit your local emergency room or talk with your doctor before attempting to quit alcohol abruptly.
What to look for in an alcohol detox
When looking for a detox center you want one which is comfortable, professional and safe. Affordability is also a main focus from our experience. It is tough to give a figure in black and white for the cost of alcohol detox services. Many factors which are unique to your situation will play a role in the final out of pocket costs to you, if any; Your Insurance coverage, type of detox, length of time required, proximity to your location, the fees of detox facility itself etc. It is best to give us a call at 877-41-SOBER(76237) to discuss your options. You can expect a no pressure informative individual to answer your call. We want above all to help you get into a facility which will help you detox and subsequently recover from alcohol addiction.
What occurs during alcohol detox?
Alcohol detox is a medical process. During which you are supervised by doctors and nurses. You will receive medication to ease your withdrawal symptoms and help ensure that you complete the process so that you may continue into the recovery phase. In addition to being treated for alcohol withdrawal you will normally also be assessed for other underlying medical conditions.
Though alcohol detox is a medical process most facilities are very comfortable. Research has shown that people who are comfortable and surrounded by a more residential environment are more successful than those who are isolated to a hospital bed. Our facilities all offer this residential experience. You will live and sleep in an atmosphere of warmth and caring while receiving the utmost in respect and dignity. The medical procedures you will experience are of the highest quality and adhere to the latest and most successful trends in addiction medicine. If you want to know more just contact us and we will be happy to tell you our experiences, after all most of us have been through treatment and are now enjoying long term successful sobriety! Our experience can help you.