Alcohol Poisoning?

Question

some of u may have answered my last question but i am kind of concerned. he is still concious but he thinks he has alcohol poisoning. what r some signs i should be looking for. he is still sick to his stomach and cant even hold down water. i dont think he has alcohol poisoning if he did he would probably passed out right now but im just concerned

THIS IS NOT FAKE I AM DEAD SERIOUS. HE IS SICK TO HIS STOMACH AND THINKS HE IS HAS ALCOHOL POISONING BUT I AM TRYING TO REASSURE HIM THAT HE DOESNT. HE WOULD BE PASSED OUT BY NOW IF HE DID

Answer 1

He seems coherent and is talking which is a good sign. He over drank, is sick and is scared right now, but as long as his breathing remains stable, he should be OK, just really hung over in the morning.

If you are really concerned or if he becomes incoherent and unresponsive, take him to the ER.

Answer 2

Facts About Alcohol Poisoning


Excessive drinking can be hazardous to everyone's health! It can be particularly stressful if you are the sober one taking care of your drunk roommate, who is vomiting while you are trying to study for an exam.

Some people laugh at the behavior of others who are drunk. Some think it's even funnier when they pass out. But there is nothing funny about the aspiration of vomit leading to asphyxiation or the poisoning of the respiratory center in the brain, both of which can result in death.

Do you know about the dangers of alcohol poisoning? When should you seek professional help for a friend? Sadly enough, too many college students say they wish they would have sought medical treatment for a friend. Many end up feeling responsible for alcohol-related tragedies that could have easily been prevented.

Common myths about sobering up include drinking black coffee, taking a cold bath or shower, sleeping it off, or walking it off. But these are just myths, and they don't work. The only thing that reverses the effects of alcohol is time-something you may not have if you are suffering from alcohol poisoning. And many different factors affect the level of intoxication of an individual, so it's difficult to gauge exactly how much is too much (BAC calculators).

What Happens to Your Body When You Get Alcohol Poisoning?
Alcohol depresses nerves that control involuntary actions such as breathing and the gag reflex (which prevents choking). A fatal dose of alcohol will eventually stop these functions.

It is common for someone who drank excessive alcohol to vomit since alcohol is an irritant to the stomach. There is then the danger of choking on vomit, which could cause death by asphyxiation in a person who is not conscious because of intoxication.

You should also know that a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) can continue to rise even while he or she is passed out. Even after a person stops drinking, alcohol in the stomach and intestine continues to enter the bloodstream and circulate throughout the body. It is dangerous to assume the person will be fine by sleeping it off.

Critical Signs for Alcohol Poisoning
Mental confusion, stupor, coma, or person cannot be roused.
Vomiting.
Seizures.
Slow breathing (fewer than eight breaths per minute).
Irregular breathing (10 seconds or more between breaths).
Hypothermia (low body temperature), bluish skin color, paleness.

What Should I Do If I Suspect Someone Has Alcohol Poisoning?
Know the danger signals.
Do not wait for all symptoms to be present.
Be aware that a person who has passed out may die.
If there is any suspicion of an alcohol overdose, call 911 for help. Don't try to guess the level of drunkenness.

What Can Happen to Someone With Alcohol Poisoning That Goes Untreated?
Victim chokes on his or her own vomit.
Breathing slows, becomes irregular, or stops.
Heart beats irregularly or stops.
Hypothermia (low body temperature).
Hypoglycemia (too little blood sugar) leads to seizures.
Untreated severe dehydration from vomiting can cause seizures, permanent brain damage, or death.

Even if the victim lives, an alcohol overdose can lead to irreversible brain damage. Rapid binge drinking (which often happens on a bet or a dare) is especially dangerous because the victim can ingest a fatal dose before becoming unconscious.

Don't be afraid to seek medical help for a friend who has had too much to drink. Don't worry that your friend may become angry or embarrassed-remember, you cared enough to help. Always be safe, not sorry.!!!!

You're right in your suspicion. Your friend has no alcohol poisoning . Otherwise, he would be unconscious by now. His breathing might be affected. Although vomiting is one of the cardinal signs of alcohol poisoning. I think your friend is just intoxicated. Let him sleep it off. You should give me lots of water to drink fo flush out his system. Next time when he drinks alcohol; advise him not to drink it on an empty stomach. Also, if he must drink, it has to be in moderation. Another reminder, do not mix your drinks.i.e; champagne and scotch, or screwdriver.

He'll vomit till all the alcohol is gone out off his body. However, he should go see a doctor if his vomiting persists. Then, dehydration becomes an issue.


Alcohol is a stomach irritant as well as a diuretic. So he has to replace the lost electrolytes. He's also losing a lot of his electrolytes by vomiting. He has to be careful; otherwise he might end up with another problem : that of metabolic acidosis.

Symptoms of metabolic acidosis may include chest pain, palpitations, headache, altered mental status, decreased visual acuity, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, altered appetite (either loss of or increased) and weight loss (longer term), muscle weakness and bone pains. Those in metabolic acidosis may exhibit deep, rapid breathing called Kussmaul respirations which is classically associated with diabetic ketoacidosis.

Good Luck!!!!

Answer 3

* If the person is breathing less than thirteen times per minute or stops breathing for periods of eight seconds or more, CALL 9-1-1.
* If the person is asleep and you are unable to wake him/her up, CALL 9-1-1.
* Look at the person's skin. If it is cold, clammy, pale or bluish in color, CALL 9-1-1.
* If the person is continually vomiting (repeated, uncontrolled), CALL 9-1-1.

Answer 4

Stop trying to give him water! I told you to give him fluids when he feels well enough to hold anything down-that may not be til the sun comes up. The best thing to do is to let him lie down, relax-and keep something to puke into by the bed...

Answer 5

he probably does have alcohol poisining.. but he'll be ok in a few days.. if you're really concerned, take him to the hospital to get his stomach pumped.. he'll feel much better after that

Answer 6

Make him puke. Gag him with your finger or keep giving him water if it makes him throw up. If he really has alcohol poisoning that is the best thing he can do right now. Keep him awake too. If he becomes unconscious you may want to take him to the hospital.

Answer 7

Is this fake?

Answer 8

Make him puke and call 911 Next time dont drink so much no your friends limits

Answer 9

he doesn't necessarily have to pass out. my friend stayed awake and he couldn't hold in his bowls and kept throwing up.