All articles tagged with #alcohol withdrawal
Scientists at Scripps Research identified a brain circuit in the paraventricular nucleus of the thalamus that reinforces alcohol relapse by linking environmental cues with relief from withdrawal stress, offering new insights into addiction mechanisms and potential therapies.
Researchers have discovered a significant link between the stress hormone corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF) and alcohol withdrawal headaches. CRF activates mast cells in the dura, triggering pain signals during alcohol withdrawal. This finding could lead to targeted drug therapies for alleviating pain during alcohol withdrawal and potentially breaking the cycle of addiction.
An animal shelter in the UK has been nursing a dog named Coco back to health after he suffered from alcohol withdrawal. Coco required intensive care for more than a month since arriving at the shelter with his canine pal following the death of his owner. The shelter team said it doesn’t know how the dogs got alcohol into their systems but without the care Coco received, he would likely have not survived. Coco is expected to be available for adoption once fully recovered.
A two-year-old Labrador mix named Coco was brought to Woodside Animal Rescue Trust in Plympton, England, after his owner died. Staff at the trust believe both dogs became addicted to alcohol because their deceased owner left alcohol out. Coco's companion eventually died, but Coco is on the mend after four weeks of sedation and will soon be ready to be adopted. The trust noted that Coco and the other dog began to be "very unwell" when they arrived, but a veterinarian was on-site to offer emergency care. Coco is presently off all medication and "is now starting to behave like a normal dog," though he continues to experience bouts of anxiety.
Coco, a young dog believed to be a spaniel and chocolate lab mix, is undergoing alcohol withdrawal at an animal shelter in Plymouth, England, after his owner and canine friend both died. Coco's companion died after both dogs became "quickly unwell" and started to suffer from "fits." Coco spent four weeks sedated to help with his withdrawal symptoms and reduce the risk of further fits. The shelter said that now, Coco is "out of danger" and has weaned off his medication, but he's not yet ready for adoption as he's still very anxious at times.
An animal organization in the US has reported that a dog is recovering from "alcohol withdrawal" after being found in a drunken state. The dog, named Sisu, was discovered by animal control officers in a park in North Carolina. The animal organization said that Sisu was "completely drunk" and had to be taken to a veterinary hospital for treatment. Sisu is now recovering and is said to be doing well.
An animal organization in the US has reported that a dog is recovering from "alcohol withdrawal" after being found in a home where the owner had been drinking heavily. The dog, named Chico, was taken in by the organization and given medical attention. He is now said to be doing well and is expected to make a full recovery.