Unlike what we see in most Nollywood movies where people gets some substance from a fetish priest and spread over food or pour in drinks. Alcohol poisoning is the dangerous result of consuming too much alcohol over a short period of time. Despite the fact that alcohol as revealed by scientists improves your short term memory, If you drink too much too quickly, it can be life-threatening. No matter your alcohol tolerance, weight, age or gender, alcohol poisoning can affect anyone.
As you drink more, your blood alcohol content (BAC) level continues to climb until it becomes so high that your mental, physical and emotional functions are no longer able to work properly. However, a person can feel the effects of alcohol abuse and potentially trigger alcohol poisoning, up to 40 mins even after they’ve stopped drinking.
The consequences of alcohol poisoning can be aggressive and fatal. Do not try to self-treat the symptoms of alcohol poisoning, prescribe some drugs or go to some road side pharmacist as you can cause more harm than good. If you or a loved one is experiencing the signs of alcohol poisoning it is advised you act quickly, call a doctor or well who knows you may even try calling 112 if you in Lagos.
Symptoms of Alcohol Poisoning
There are various warning signs and symptoms associated with alcohol poisoning. Most common is Vomiting, Low body temperature, confusion, unresponsiveness and irregular breathing. However, you should not wait to experience severe side effects before seeking medical attention. Finding help sooner rather than later can make the difference between a speedy recovery or life-threatening complications.
Know however, that one major cause of alcohol poisoning is excessive drinking in a short time. While Nightlife.ng may not advice you to keep away from alcohol entirely, it is best you pace your self while drinking(if you can, take a bottle in at least 1 hour) and ensure to have water from time to time between drinks.
