Alcoholism Support Group

Alcoholism is the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, even when it is negatively affecting your health, work, relationships and life. If you think alcohol is causing you to lose control, it's time to seek help. Our group is a safe place to vent, check in, get back up if you fall, and reach sobriety.

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bethmach 09/19/2012

Today is 30 days sober and I am so thankful. I have, however, been having some symptoms that I am concerned about. I have a general loss of appetite but at the same time when I am hungry I crave sugar-based foods, mostly junk food. I also have upper left abdominal pain. I went to the doctor and blood work ruled out any problems with the pancreas or liver. My complete blood count also came back fine. The doc thinks it is muscular but I am still concerned. I also feel tired a lot. Has anyone had any of these symptoms?

citychick2011 09/19/2012

30 days!!!! Whoop whoop. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wMMTIksFxbQ

citychick2011 09/19/2012

I am sorry about your health concerns though. I have not had those.

gr8ful2b 09/19/2012

Oh yeah. The sugar cravings most likely are from your brain detoxing of the empty calories of the booze, not to mention the sugar content.

I was exhausted for a while after I stopped drinking. My body hadn't known true rest for a while. Don't worry, it will pass. Especially since your doctor gave you a clean bill of health. It takes time to adjust to the lack of alcohol after years of abuse.

Sounds like your doctor did a comprehensive panel on your blood. That checks all systems of the body from the kidneys to the liver, even the heart. Did I mention that I'm an RN, lol? Be patient. You'll be amazed at how much better you're going to feel as time goes on.

Congrats on 30 days!

deleted_user 09/19/2012

Congratulation on 30 days!! that is awesome you will feel better with time, did you doc check your gall bladder? Continued success to you!

gr8ful2b 09/19/2012

hi alva. The blood tells the dr if anythings wrong. For instance, if the gall bladder was infected, etc, the white blood cell count would be elevated. The comprehensive checks everything including electrolytes and blood glucose. Pretty thorough. Of course, I could be wrong but sounds like he did a comprehencive metobolic panel.

Have a great day!

deleted_user 09/19/2012

I went through much of that...still have sugar cravings...gotta work on that...but better than the alternative is what I used to say! I was also either exhausted or all of a sudden full of energy. My body was trying to readjust itself after so much abuse. But it evened out after a bit. So if your doctor isn't worried, then neither should you. Rest while you can.

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