What Is Beriberi?
10. Treatment?
In the vast majority of cases, treatment for beriberi is straightforward. It is usually a matter of making sure the patient gets food with the right balance of vitamins, including vitamin-B. Vitamin supplements may be provided if necessary. An intravenous drip containing the vitamin may be used in the more severe cases.
People that abuse alcohol will need to at least limit how much they drink. For many, it will be necessary to stop drinking altogether, and expert assistance is available to help if needed. Other treatments may also be necessary according to other symptoms and complications that might be present.
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