Originally Posted by FeelingGreat

Hi Seemedrink, thanks for posting. I think you've raised some interesting points, and I admire your wish to cut down. These are just my thoughts; you can take or leave what you want.
1. A doctor's records are not like police records. I'm not sure what country you're in, but doctors generally don't share records. Furthermore, they are brilliant for what they do and would probably be able to give you sound medical advice, especially if you find (through the medical association) one who specialises in addiction. Doctor's are lied to every day about their patients' drinking, and to have one come in and honestly seek advice on withdrawal is refreshing for them and can take a huge burden off the patient. If it's because you don't want to admit you have a problem, well that's a different story.
2. Can I ask why cutting down gradually to a level where you don't have to worry about withdrawal is not an option? I understand withdrawal happens with a sudden stop, not a gradual one. Are you able to cut down? If not, if you've tried and can't keep it up for long, you may have to consider whether you are an alcoholic.
3. At the moment, your intake is well above a healthy level and you could be damaging your health permanently. Please do what it takes to give up.
4. The idea that you can confine drinking to the weekend is a common thought amongst alcoholics. If you do get past the withdrawal thing, and find you are still drinking during the week, you may need to be totally abstinent.

Whatever you decide, I wish you all the best. Plenty of support here on SR so keep posting.