DTs
Definition
Noun: 1. Delirium tremens: A severe and life-threatening form of alcohol withdrawal syndrome, characterized by sudden and severe mental or nervous system changes. It is a medical emergency typically occurring in people with a history of heavy, prolonged alcohol use who suddenly stop or significantly reduce their intake.
Usage
- The term DTS is a clinical abbreviation used primarily in medical contexts to refer to the condition .
- It is often used in patient charts, medical diagnoses, and discussions among healthcare professionals.
- Example: "The patient was admitted with symptoms consistent with DTS, including agitation, hallucinations, and autonomic instability."
Advanced Usage
- The term is almost exclusively used in its abbreviated form (DTS or DTs) within medical documentation and communication. The full term, , is used in formal writing and patient education.
- Example in context: "Nurses were trained to monitor for signs of DTs in patients undergoing alcohol detoxification."
Variants and Related Words
- Delirium tremens: The full, formal name for the condition.
- Alcohol withdrawal delirium: A more descriptive clinical term.
- The shakes: A common informal term for milder alcohol withdrawal symptoms, which can precede DTS.
Synonyms
- Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (severe form): This is a broader category under which DTS falls.
- DTs: An identical abbreviation, often written with or without periods (D.T.s).
Important Note
DTS is a highly specific medical term. It is not used in general conversation and carries no other common meanings in the English language. Its usage is strictly related to the acute medical condition described.
Noun
- acute delirium caused by alcohol poisoning
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