Question by : Alcohol withdrawal, problem need some questions answered please?
ust had a bad alcohol withdrawal and i need to quit drinking. Had most of the symptoms such as panic attack, rapid heart beat, sweating, convulsions, even hallucinations (spiraling white light while watching tv). I had to start drinking to get rid of it. I’m def quitting, worst experience ever. My question is what type of medical advice I need to do besides go to the doctor at the moment? Is there any type of over the counter things I can get?

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I’m looking for a variety of answers on this, as I have a loved one that has a SEVERE problem when it comes to “MR.” alcohol. They refuse to admit they have a problem and it’s close to suicide, where if it was narcodicts and not alcohol it would be easier for her to get treatment. Since alcohol is legal and she refuses to admit she has a problem then there is no way of getting her into an in patient program (I think would be best)
what I’ve tried so far: yelling at her, talking calmly w/ her, giving the you should set a good example role model speech, catching her in the act of drinking, explaining what the effects of long term alcohol abuse are, intervention, had people from the hotlines talk w/ her, the police have spoken with her, her family has cut her off after intervention. I’ve tried different tones of reason such as talking with her as if she is a child, I’ve tried talking with her as if I were a child, aa websites, aa meetings, al-anon meetings, The responce that I usually get is “shut up”, “it’s my life”, screaming, anger/rage, nothing seems to get through. If you look up long term alcohol abuse you will see that it causes cardiovascular disease in which she now has. Treatment for cardiovascular disease is an electric shock to the heart next month it will be the 6th time she has had to do this procedure this year. (imagine getting an electric shock like a lightning volt to your heart)
So far through out her life she had endagered children in drunk driving accidents, been hand cuffed, missed kids graduations, grand kids baby showers, lost responibilities when it comes to cleaning, gained complete ignorance when it comes to a well manered conversation. She has a heart condition where they electric shock her caused by the effects of alcohol, she drinks on her meds, she drinks and drives, ect. she refuses any kind of help and not just AA or inpatient, she also refuses hobbies or classes basically anything that involves interaction w/ people.
what are some things you did to convince a loved one they have a problem or if you have never been in this situation how would you attemp to handle it?

11. What event took place in December 1903 at Kitty Hawk, advancing travel?
A. The first automobile rolled off of the assembly line.
B. The Wright brothers made the first crew-powered air flight in history.
C. The invention of the gas powered engine
D. The first sound wave was produced, creating the age of the radio network.

12. In 1913, Edwin Armstrong, an engineer, invented a special circuit that made it practical to transmit sound. This innovation started what industry?
A. Radio
B. Television
C. Long distance telephone service
D. Air raid civil defense industry

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My ex-best friend is getting married. We’ve known each other for twenty-two years now. We were inseparable for twelve. We grew up together like sisters. Then our families moved away. But we both moved back in high school & once again we were like sisters. We’ve been there for each other through high school drama, suicidal times, countless failed relationships, alcoholism, chain-smoking, anorexia, family drama so intense it warrants police intervention, southern baptists chastising our lives, pregnancy scares, moves away to college/to live with bfs/back in with parents, etc…etc…etc… It just got so hard. We both changed so very much. We check in about twice a year. See how things are. We still love each other, but too much has happened. We’ll never be the people we once were & the people we are now wouldn’t be friends. The past is past. No regrets. Anyway, she called last night to tell me she’s engaged. We’ve been planning our weddings since we were little girls. We were to be each other’s maid’s of honor. But that was a long time ago. She’s asked me to be a bridesmaid & I’ve accepted. It may not be like we always dreamed it, but I’ll be damned if, for her sake, it’s not close. Anyway, I’m kinda coping, dealing, etc… I feel very honored that she’s asked me to be a part of it. I’m really happy for her. I’m just sad that it won’t be the way we dreamed it. I’m sad that everything’s changing. Plus, several of my girlfriends have gotten engaged lately & I gotta admit, it leaves me feeling pretty lonely. Need some tunes to help me sort things out. Just need to make a great mix cd to drive around & smoke to. Something to clear my head. Songs about old friends, change, loneliness, no regrets, lying, moving on, etc… Please help. Anything ya got, just throw it at me! Thanks bunches

It’s definitely sad that there seem to be so many here who believe it’s ok to get “wasted”, “trashed” or whatever other cute names for losing control of consumption or who believe it is MANDATORY to use so much that you can’t remember ( called blackout-one of the symptoms of alcohol abuse or alcoholism ) what you did, or even to feel the “need” to get high, drunk, etc.Personally i have found a much better way to experience a “high” that no other method or sense could provide me, and it includes nothing more thanbreathing and focus.
And for those who think i’m judging get a life. i’m just askin from what i have observed over a 1 yr period.

Ok, I have just come to terms that I am a alcoholic . I fit right in there with most of the symptoms and such . My question is , is how in the hell do I go about asking for help and such? How in the hell do I tell my wife ? This is a first for me so any “real” answers are greatly appreciated !
I just simply cant stop thinking about the “buzz” ya know? Hell, I am drinking now .
Just to add some more information :
I only do this crap when the wife is gone. When she works a late shift, I stop and get a twelve pack and down as soon as I can .
Thanks for the reply Doc , but as of now, its not effecting my family or job/lifestyle . Obviously I know I have a problem, however, something such as detox , I don’t think , would work for me .
Donna C ,
Thank you very much for your reply . I completely understand what you are saying, however, the only thing that I am afraid of is my wife thinking that I am weak or looser or something along those lines .
Cheryl L , thanks for the reply, however, the family really doesn’t have a clue . For my family, its ok if one drinks a few beers/wine/whatever occasionally . Obviously, that doesn’t help my predicament .
Cheryl L ,
Thank you very much ! I had the conversation with my wife this evening after she got home from work . You were right, she already knew ! I guess I thought that everyone was obvious to the fact of what was going on .\
Thanks to everyone here for giving me the courage to start the fight .

Mr. X has been admitted to the accident and emergency department. He has been involved in a motorbike accident, is unconscious and has leg injuries which will require surgery.
Witnesses at the scene of the accident told ambulance staff that he did not appear to have proper control of his motorbike and drove headlong into the path of an upcoming vehicle.
Before Mr. X can undergo surgery for his crushed leg his blood needs to be tested to see if he has any underlying conditions which need to be taken into account before surgery commences. He also shows signs of internal haemorrhaging and may also require treatment for blood loss.
The blood results have now been returned from the laboratory emergency services and it now transpires that Mr. X has raised blood alcohol levels and was drunk at the time of the accident.
His hospital medical records have been traced and reveal that Mr. X has been receiving ongoing medical care for liver disease due to alcoholism.
He has been attending monthly clinics to monitor his liver function.
Before Mr. X can receive blood products for transfusion they need to be screened. Mr. X will show specific symptoms of liver disease.

Explain the causes of Mr. X’s abnormal liver function test results. Explain some of Mr. X’s symptoms of liver disease (such as jaundice and prolonged clotting time). What advice will doctors give Mr. X to improve his prognosis?

I am a 20 year old female, whom has a history of mental illness and alcoholism along with some substance abuse (nothing hard mainly benzo popper) I have been clean and sober since october 17th 2009, i am actively being treated for Borderline Personality Disorder, Bi-polar disorder, and a general anxiety disorder. I am not looking for a diagnoses because i will see my therapist on wednesday just looking for some advice, maybe someone who is experienced in all of this. anyway im experiencing symptoms, such as paranoia (feeling as if someone is watching me, standing behind me,even in large crowds, etc) also some auditory hallucinations (im hearing mice and laughter.. not all the time mostly at night) it wakes me up and i start panicking and wake my poor fiance who hears nothing. Ive never ever experienced these things before. im also having very vivid nightmare where im being killed or in dangerous situations and wake up feeling like they’re so real and again start to panic. when im feeling paranoid im feeling in danger as if someone is going to hurt me. i don’t want to believe these things and my head is telling me they’re ridiculous but my feelings are very strong. I lead a very normal life other than these things, i dont work and am under a bit of stress financially but have been for a long time, also i am 60 mgs of celexa once a day if that helps, im just looking for some advice and maybe just some words something to grab onto. thanks everyone

I am a 20 year old female, whom has a history of mental illness and alcoholism along with some substance abuse (nothing hard mainly benzo popper) I have been clean and sober since october 17th 2008, i am actively being treated for Borderline Personality Disorder, Bi-polar disorder, and a general anxiety disorder. I am not looking for a diagnoses because i will see my therapist on wednesday just looking for some advice, maybe someone who is experienced in all of this. anyway im experiencing symptoms, such as paranoia (feeling as if someone is watching me, standing behind me,even in large crowds, etc) also some auditory hallucinations (im hearing mice and laughter.. not all the time mostly at night) it wakes me up and i start panicking and wake my poor fiance who hears nothing. Ive never ever experienced these things before. im also having very vivid nightmare where im being killed or in dangerous situations and wake up feeling like they’re so real and again start to panic. when im feeling paranoid im feeling in danger as if someone is going to hurt me. i don’t want to believe these things and my head is telling me they’re ridiculous but my feelings are very strong. I lead a very normal life other than these things, i dont work and am under a bit of stress financially but have been for a long time, also i am 60 mgs of celexa once a day if that helps, im just looking for some advice and maybe just some words something to grab onto. thanks everyone