I had three years clean.....Not a drink! Well today I have two days sober.After 60 days of drinking a half gallon or so Vodka. Crazy think... I was in the hospital 6 days ago and the Doctor told my new friend will have to find a new drinking partner. ...He told me mf liver was "fatty" and my enzymes levels are ten times what they should be. Stuip me Kept drinking now I cant even drink water. Talk about cunning and baffeling. This sucks.....
I probably doesn't help to hide it from loved ones. As alcoholics we do that enough. So by changing some of the habits associated with drinking may help. Good luck. I'm currently going through withdrawals(wk # 3)
Im on day 14 sober the first seven days i was giving librium I stopped that as it is habit forming as well. So 7 days completely sober. Had been a heavy drinker along with precribed Xanax for my anxiety. Still light headed,dizzy,VERY anxious,feels at times my whole body wants to shake. Is this going to stop?
Hi, I'm currently experiencing what I believe to be alcohol withdrawal as well. I'd say for about the last 2 years Ive drank heavily. How long since you've stopped? Did you experience severe dizziness and./or confusion as a result? Thank you, it would really help. Good luck to you, stay strong.
Yes I have experienced dizziness and confusion shakes and panic attacks. I have been alcohol for a 24 days. Xanax free for 18 days. I had my best day starting last Sat. I have seen steady results since,Just making myself walk and excerise. I think that even starting slow that excerise helped to start get my body back in order.
This thread was very helpful for me. Like some others here I have quit drinking and today marks the 4th week. I will explain briefly in case it helps someone else here.
When I graduated from college 5 years ago (I am 29) my drinking slowly increased to the point of 35-40 drinks a week (I am 6'3 and work out every day, in decent shape, so keep that in mind). I felt that my experience was unique because I had Asperger's and social anxiety, and initially I would drink in order to feel more relaxed and approachable to people the NEXT day. I would refuse to go out drinking usually because drinking and driving was never an option. I held a part time job (and also mildly neglected my career) which started at 4 pm, I also worked alone and it provided my necessities, so I could drink late and just wake up and go in. I rarely ever had any angry outbursts, never kicked out of bars, and no noticeable issues which would have my friends or family confront me.
In fact the confidence, "clarity" I sometimes felt, and peace I would get from drinking make me really miss it now -- and I am reading this is the second phase of the withdrawal process (thank you for linking). I would seriously just drink online, talk to a bunch of people, then close by watching Dexter or some tv show for a long time, so I felt like I never hurt anyone. I would be so friendly and open with people, and right now I am back to my prick self. And yes I am still somewhat afraid because I have no idea how I can get that peace, clarity, confidence from anything else -- in other words before drinking it wasn't there, and it isn't here after quitting.
When I quit drinking I informed my doctor, then my psychiatrist. I was seeing a psychiatrist for sleeping problems, which as you could guess was indirectly related to drinking. She gave me Acamprosate for withdrawals, and I was taking Seroquel for sleep.
I highly recommend Acamprosate or similar treatments for withdrawals. I felt that I had withdrawals, that I was confused and shaky, it seems pretty obvious but could have been natural paranoia. This med helped the first week, but even then I would be adding doses on because I felt I needed it.
So after week 4 of dealing with all sorts of garbage, being around all drunk friends and being sober, I felt maybe I deserve a victory drink. This really sucks but I have to admit that from all the information out there withdrawals only get worse. There is no "going back." I am a "keep to myself" person, therefore I did not go to AA or get any noticeably support from anyone, so threads like this are what help keep me informed and know that there are others out there.
After just leaving a messy situation with a girl last week (who gave ZERO support with going sober) I really feel like hitting that alcohol comfort/confidence zone again. Lord, if only this poisonous substance didn't cause withdrawals and such physical problems; I just want my chill zone back....
Anyway good luck to you all, keep strong, and if you're not Christian (like I am not -- no offense to anyone) don't worry about the "foreign" 12 steps culture and use your mind and integrity.
precious ones alcohol will kill you and destroy the lives of those you love!
It robs you of the good life that God wants you to have. I lost a brother at 49 years old because of it. He drank for many years and developed health problems and had binged prior to his hospitalization. He was taken to ER and was critical from a swollen pancreas which ruptured his colon and poisoned his system. His body was so swollen. He endured so much suffering and pain in the 34 days before his death and we his family are devastated and miss him so much. He wanted to help others stop drinking if he had made it. I pray that you stop now.
It robs you of the good life that God wants you to have. I lost a brother at 49 years old because of it. He drank for many years and developed health problems and had binged prior to his hospitalization. He was taken to ER and was critical from a swollen pancreas which ruptured his colon and poisoned his system. His body was so swollen. He endured so much suffering and pain in the 34 days before his death and we his family are devastated and miss him so much. He wanted to help others stop drinking if he had made it. I pray that you stop now.
Today is 34 day alcohol and xanax free!!!! I really feel alot better, the first three weeks where really really tuff. After week three it has steadily gotten better. I have NO desire to go back through this ever again I dont even think about drinking. Anyone that does think well i can just have one think about what you went through"the withdrawls", then you will put things in perspective. I hope the best for all good luck stay strong.
I have been an alcoholic for about 6 years on and off the longest i stopped for was 9 month.I stopped for 2 month this year i felt good looked good, fit and getting my life back it felt so good i had a drink to celebrate not good i drank for 2 weeks solid wine vodka beer anything really my house was a mess i was a mess , i had to stop i was awake from for 3 days as every time i fell asleep i was having vivid nightmares sometimes i, didn't no if there were real or not by the 5th i went to the doctors for sleeping tablets he gave me 2 weeks. After that i went back on to my normal medication and started eating and a little exercise i can't say ill never drink you don't never no whats round the corner but i'm going to try my best, for anyone having bother sleeping i take 2x10mg Amitriptline I also take vitamin B, Thamine, Camparal,betablockers , You have to look at life and relise like i have i've lost most of my mid thirties to alcohol and don't intent my 40's to be the same its got to get better cos sure aint going to get any worse,
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Many people do not realize that their places of employment will keep their jobs for them while they seek help for their drug and alcohol addiction. I know this for a fact because my son works for a major corporation and in 2007 he went to his HR person and management and went into A Christian Rehab for 10 weeks. His company was supportive. He was probably the only man out of about 32 who were in the rehab who came out with a job. He is still employed with this company today and has been promoted and is making excellent salary and the most wonderful thing is he is clean and sober in 2012.
Please ask for help and support. There are dangers to doing this alone and the greatest helper is The Lord Jesus Christ who said Come to me all you who labor and are heavy -laden and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest, [I will ease and relieve and refresh you souls.]
Please ask for help and support. There are dangers to doing this alone and the greatest helper is The Lord Jesus Christ who said Come to me all you who labor and are heavy -laden and overburdened, and I will cause you to rest, [I will ease and relieve and refresh you souls.]
Hello, I wanted to ask, you say about 'dangers of doing this alone' what mostly do you mean? It's been 4 weeks since Ive had anything to drink and it's been intense and somewhat scary. I'm feeling better, but I have some concerns. My heartbeat is doing some strange things, and Ive called the ambulance and been to the Dr. many times,and when they check me, it's withing the normal range, as well as my blood pressure. They prescribed Alprazolam, only .25 twice a day, and its helped plenty with the initial feelings of extreme confusion and panic attacks, but I don't know if its causing me the irregular heartbeat. I'd like to add I was also a smoker for 8 years, and also stopped altogether 4 weeks ago. I'm about to go see a cardiologist, cause I dont know if this is a normal symptom, though the paramedics and a couple of the Drs (not specialists) say it is normal part of both withdrawal, and the intense anxiety symptoms you feel can make you think all these things, that is psychosomatic, and also possible side effect from the anti-anxiety medication. If anyone has any input, I'd appreciate it. Does it last much longer? Is there something else I should be doing? Ive always drank lots of water, now drinking even more. Trying to eat as healthy as I can, even bought the Thiamine (vitamin b1) supplement and multivitamins, and alternated them each they. I havent had the thiamine in a couple of days though, cause Im even concerned if too much of that is also not good. Thanks in advance for any help.
My heart rate dropped very low,which landed me in the hospital. I spent three days in there and had several tests, everything came back noramal. The only thing they said was it was more then likely part of the withdrawl process. I have faith in this hospital it is one the best in the country. I would watch your use of Alprazolam its addicting as well.
good luck hang in there
The dangers I was referring to are some the same that you have mentioned. I think it makes you very jittery, insomnia, anxiety...I am glad to know that you are 4 wks into sobriety and that you have been to see a medical professional. One other suggestion is to find a re-hab that offers out patient consultation as far as addressing your concerns about the withdrawal symptoms or counseling. I think it is very important to address the reason why we drink or do drugs etc
If you are still having questions and problems always consult a professional. The people who work in the re- habs probably know all of the symptoms. You have certainly accomplished a great milestone and don't turn back now... alcohol and drugs are deadly..keep on keeping the faith in God and my prayers are with you.
Thank you very much, I appreciate it. I will be going to cardiologist today.