>I can't imagine a "severe alcoholic" running out of alcohol in the blood stream overnight.
Well, it's the reason for delirium tremens. Alcohol doesn't have to be zero to cause morning withdrawal - just less than whatever your body is accustomed to.
As far as amount metabolized per hour, I believe that increases with habituation and tolerance.
Myself, I was hardly an alcoholic - just hanging out with one, and he'd entice me to a bar each and every night for 2-7 beers. Waking up as described was my experience.
Well, it's the reason for delirium tremens. Alcohol doesn't have to be zero to cause morning withdrawal - just less than whatever your body is accustomed to.
As far as amount metabolized per hour, I believe that increases with habituation and tolerance.
Myself, I was hardly an alcoholic - just hanging out with one, and he'd entice me to a bar each and every night for 2-7 beers. Waking up as described was my experience.