LESS Alcohol ~ September 2025 ~ One Day at a Time

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  • WestCoastGirl_7
    WestCoastGirl_7 Posts: 54 Member

    Thanks @Michieb125! I have a doctor appointment next month. So I'm going to see what I can do in the meantime. Last year my doctor prescribed me Naltrexone. And, if you've ever seen the commercial about Oar, it's Naltrexone. My pharmacist warned me that some people don't like it and recommended that I only take a half tablet at first. I researched it and found that one of the main side effects was tiredness. So, I waited a few days and decided to try it (a half of a tablet). It was horrible (at least for me). It took almost two days to wear off. So, recently, I decided to try taking a quarter of a tablet. The same thing. It may work for some but not for me!

    I was a frequent flyer in the emergency department at our local hospital back in 2020 and 2021. Finally, one of the ER docs told me that they don't detox there. I didn't have Medicare at the time, but a social worker at my medical clinic tried to find me help. The closest place was 60 miles away. And, I really didn't need a 30 day program. After just a few days, I'm fine. The hospital did eventually medically detox me because I had esophageal varices (bleeding and vomiting blood). I was in the ICU for five days. I didn't drink for four months…I was scared sober.

    Anyways, I will get through this, but it's hard. Have fun with the tomatoes 😀. And, thanks for the support!

  • NonnieDoiron
    NonnieDoiron Posts: 606 Member

    @Michieb125 I baked. 😉

  • nbruns83
    nbruns83 Posts: 2,987 Member

    @c_rimmele, thanks for joining us and sharing your story. I'm glad you felt comfortable and ready to give this support a try.

    @WestCoastGirl_7, I'm sorry that you're not feeling well, but if it's different than in previous attempts, maybe you should go to seek medical care. You have my prayers. We're all pulling for you.

    @Michieb125, thanks for the encouragement. I wasn't liking the numbers I was posting at the beginning of September. It's funny/odd how the littlest things can be motivating.

  • WestCoastGirl_7
    WestCoastGirl_7 Posts: 54 Member

    @NonnieDoiron 49 days AF is awesome! It seems like when I joined this group last summer you were struggling like me. Although you have no advice for me, it is reassuring to hear that you feel better. Many months ago, I did go back and read some of my posts. And, I remember that I even felt better even after one day AF.

    Thank you @nbruns83!

  • WestCoastGirl_7
    WestCoastGirl_7 Posts: 54 Member

    @itladyee I'm so glad Lola is adjusting. She is so cute. From the last picture that you posted it looks like there are two puppies. But it must be a stuffed toy. You know me and my eyesight. Anyways, I'm trying to keep up with everyone, but sometimes it's difficult.

    If I had a digital picture of my Doberman Four-by I would post it. He looked a lot like Lola. He was so small. His little wiener was touching the ground. But, he didn't stay small for long! 

  • nbruns83
    nbruns83 Posts: 2,987 Member

    @Walela617, Happy Day 001 AF! You have a great plan, and you can make it happen.

    AF 11
    LA 4
    A 5

  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,698 Member
    edited September 21

    13 AF

    7 A

    1 LA

  • WestCoastGirl_7
    WestCoastGirl_7 Posts: 54 Member

    @NonnieDoiron OMG! That's horrifying! I hope you find out exactly what is going on soon. Did they make an appointment for you with a neurologist? I would have no idea how to do that. I guess I would just call my primary care doctor.

    And, I commend you on keeping your AF streak going…keep going girl!

  • itladyee
    itladyee Posts: 8,111 Member

    @NonnieDoiron ~ Oh how frightening…. so glad all is well and you all are back home. Are they looking into what really happened? Glad you were able to keep your focus….

    I will catch up tomorrow….

  • WestCoastGirl_7
    WestCoastGirl_7 Posts: 54 Member

    @chicbuc, @Michieb125, @nbruns83 and everyone else that has been concerned. I just wanted you all to know I will be fine. I've been feeling better. I will be done with drinking in a couple of days. And, I agree with you @xbowhunter alcohol is poison.

    I will be quitting for myself, but also out of spite. Marijuana is legal here. And for those that think it is harmless, I would disagree. My husband is addicted. When he is without, he gets very grouchy and not fun to be around. He keeps saying he wants to quit, but it usually doesn't last long. In our small town, the people voted not to have dispensaries here. So he has to drive 15 miles to the larger town. It's weird…there's only two state run liquor stores there, but at least 10 dispensaries. It makes me sick!

    Back in 2021, the only medical insurance I had was ChampVA, which is insurance for civilians through the VA (my husband is a veteran). My provider tried to get me help, but I would have had to travel 60 miles to the north or 120 miles to the south. I wasn't willing to do that. Plus, I don't really believe in those programs. I had a friend many years ago that went through the 30 days and started drinking again a couple of days after she got out.

    My provider at the time was a nurse practitioner and she recommended doing the taper method. Starting later each day and drinking a little less each day. She said that I could message her every day if I wanted. She also said that if my BP got high or if I had weird headaches to go to urgent care or the ED. Well, it worked. I wanted go that way again. But because my husband is a pothead now, he wants to go at 9 am. He says he wants to get it over with. In reality, he just wants to get high. To do the taper method, you need a support person who is willing to go to the store for you a half an hour later each day. So I'm on my own.

    @NonnieDoiron I hope your husband is still feeling OK. There's nothing to feel stupid for. It's better to be safe then sorry. My husband is older than me. And one day, I thought he was having a stroke. I called 911. The fire engine, brush truck and ambulance arrived. The doctor in the ED told him he probably just had a headrush from smoking pot. That's something to feel stupid about. I shouldn't be talking about my husband. But, it just makes me mad. He's putting getting high above my health.

    Sorry for the rant…have a good day everyone!

  • Michieb125
    Michieb125 Posts: 1,482 Member

    I’m with you @chicbuc and @xbowhunter - I’m definitely front loading the week with no vino days!

    All the best for your husband’s hernia surgery this week @NonnieDoiron and congrats on the 12 lb WL - you are doing amazing!

  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,698 Member

    14 AF

    7 A

    1 LA

  • Walela617
    Walela617 Posts: 1,379 Member

    Dear @NonnieDoiron: That must have been terrifying! You are very strong! Congratulations on 50 days, especially under such stress! Prayers for your husband!🙏

  • Michieb125
    Michieb125 Posts: 1,482 Member

    AF last night!

    And great job @chicbuc and @xbowhunter!

  • tmbg1
    tmbg1 Posts: 1,698 Member

    15 AF

    7 A

    1 LA

  • xbowhunter
    xbowhunter Posts: 1,380 Member
    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/comment/48774527#Comment_48774527

    your killing it!

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