delirium tremens
US /dɪˌlɪr.i.əm ˈtrem.enz/
UK /dɪˌlɪr.i.əm ˈtrem.enz/
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delirium tremens, delirio da astinenza
a psychotic condition typical of withdrawal in chronic alcoholics, involving tremors, hallucinations, anxiety, and disorientation.
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After days without alcohol, he started experiencing delirium tremens.
Dopo giorni senza alcol, ha iniziato a manifestare delirium tremens.
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The doctor warned him about the risks of delirium tremens if he stopped drinking abruptly.
Il medico lo ha avvertito dei rischi del delirium tremens se avesse smesso di bere bruscamente.