Hi cjwat
I think it is a great move to see the doctor. It is an act of self-care and that can only be a good thing.
I just wanted to pick up on something you said in an earlier post. The fact that you can go a week without drinking does not mean that you are not experiencing withdrawals. I think that all binges lead to withdrawals of some description - even just a heavy one-nighter.
A 'binge' is fewer drinks than you might think too - about 3 pints (5%) or half a bottle of wine is getting there. I used to go out and have around 8 pints of 5% beer most nights when I was purposefully 'moderating'. I actually had no idea how far above the 'binge' level I was at. I wondered why I felt wretched half the time..being so moderate and all!!!
I really do wish you well, cjwat and I honestly think that a period of abstinence will bring an end to many of your horrible symptoms.
The doctor won't be fazed by the way. He or she has heard to all before...about a thousand times! :-)
Take care and very best wishes to you
CC