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Why Do Long-term Alcoholics Have Shaky Hands

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Ariana Taylor
Why Do Long-term Alcoholics Have Shaky Hands

You must be wondering why some people have shaky hands? There are several reasons for it. Some people may have certain health issues, while others may have alcohol use disorder problems leading to alcohol tremors.

 

First, you need to know what alcohol tremors are? Tremors are the involuntary movement of the various parts of the body, and sometimes it affects one side of the body. It is the intense shaking and shivering. Sometimes, you may feel it internally, and sometimes others may note your hands are shaking.

 

Though they are not life-threatening, they can interfere with daily tasks. You must note that they are not life-threatening until it reaches the delirium tremens stages. When it reaches that level, it can be fatal and deadly.


What are the other symptoms of alcohol shakiness?

 

Following are the symptoms of alcohol tremors:

 

●      Clumsiness

●      Muscle Weakness

●      Poor Coordination and Walk

●      Numbness

●      Back-and-forth eye movement

●      Shaky voice

●      Unable to hold utensils

●      Difficulty writing


Why do alcohol tremors happen?

 

Alcohol can impact the various body organs, and one of the severely hit organs is the brain. If you are a heavy drinker, which means drinking more than four glasses and having an empty stomach, the alcohol will impact you more than people who rarely drink.

 

The brain affects the central nervous system. It slows the brain activity leaving you with less energy. Alcohol addiction impacts brain functionality, and for normal functioning, it needs alcohol.

 

When you stop drinking alcohol, your brain needs time to adjust to the normal state and function without alcohol. This phase is called detoxification, and during this time, you will get withdrawal symptoms. One of the primary symptoms most people get is alcohol tremors.


Alcohol and brain damage

 

Do you know that long-term use of alcohol shrinks the brain, which is also responsible for shakiness? The cerebellum is the part of the brain that is responsible for maintaining motor skills and body movements. Upon shrinkage, it stops functioning as normal affecting brain activity.

 

 Your brain produces gamma-aminobutyric acid, and alcohol intake restricts its production. As a result, it suppresses the electrical signals, leading to poor coordination and body movements.

 

It is a chronic condition that develops after many years of drinking alcohol. But you may save yourself from such conditions if you avail yourself of the alcohol use disorder treatment on time.

 

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