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   De·lir·i·um

   /dəˈlirēəm/

   

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   • 1. a disturbed state of mind or consciousness, especially an acute, transient condition associated with fever, intoxication, and certain other physical disorders, characterized by symptoms such as confusion, disorientation, agitation, and hallucinations: "somewhere a patient shouted in delirium" Similar derangementdementiadementednesstemporary madness/insanityincoherenceravingirrationalityhysteriawildnessfeverishnessfrenzyhallucinationrare:calentureOpposite luciditycoherence
   • ▪ wild excitement or ecstasy: "a chorus of delirium from the terrace" Similar ecstasyrapturetransportswild emotionpassionwildnessexcitementfrenzyfeverishnessfevereuphoriaelation

   Word Origin mid 16th century: from Latin, from delirare ‘deviate, be deranged’ (literally ‘deviate from the furrow’), from de- ‘away’ + lira ‘ridge between furrows’.

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › deliriumDelirium - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Oct 14, 2022 · Delirium is a serious change in mental abilities that results in confused thinking and a lack of awareness of surroundings. It usually comes on fast and has various possible causes, such as medicines, infections, surgery or alcohol or drug use.

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   What is delirium and what causes it?

   • Delirium occurs when the normal sending and receiving of signals in the brain become impaired. This impairment is most likely caused by a combination of factors that make the brain vulnerable and trigger a malfunction in brain activity.

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   What is the most common cause of delirium?

   • Common causes of delirium include alcohol or drug withdrawal; certain medications; stroke; fever; malnutrition; infection (including urinary tract infections, sepsis, pneumonia, or the flu ...

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   Can delirium be cured?

   • While serious, delirium is reversible through a combination of medication, supportive care, and treatment of underlying conditions. Though delirium can be “cured”, delirium can last anywhere from hours to weeks to even months . How is delirium treated in the elderly? Delirium can be treated with both non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic therapy.

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4. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesDelirium: What It Is, Symptoms, Treatment & Types

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   Feb 22, 2023 · Delirium is a type of confusion that happens when the brain function is disrupted by illnesses, environmental factors or other risk factors. Learn about the symptoms, causes, types and treatment of delirium, and how to prevent it.

5. www.hopkinsmedicine.org › deliriumDelirium | Johns Hopkins Medicine

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   Delirium is an altered state of consciousness, characterized by episodes of confusion, that can develop over hours or days. It is common in older adults and very sick patients, and can be caused by many health conditions, such as infection, drugs, oxygen deprivation and organ failure.

6. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › deliriumDelirium Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Delirium is a mental disturbance marked by confusion, disordered speech, and hallucinations. It can also mean frenzied excitement or wild joy. Learn more about the word history, synonyms, examples, and related phrases of delirium.

7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › DeliriumDelirium - Wikipedia

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   Definition. In common usage, delirium can refer to drowsiness, agitation, disorientation, or hallucinations. In medical terminology, however, the core features of delirium include an acute disturbance in attention, awareness, and global cognition.

8. americandeliriumsociety.org › patients-familiesWhat is Delirium? | American Delirium Society

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   Delirium is a sudden state of confusion that affects thinking, attention and awareness. Learn about the common causes, types, diagnosis and treatment of delirium, and how to prevent it from happening to your loved one.

9. www.healthline.com › health › deliriumDelirium: Types, Causes, and Treatment - Healthline

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   Sep 7, 2022 · Delirium is a sudden change in your alertness and thinking that makes it hard to focus, remember, and pay attention. Learn about the symptoms, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatment of delirium, and how it differs from dementia.