artsoul

I distinctly remember the first time I got drunk there was a girl at the party who had to be taken away in an ambulance due to alcohol poisoning. I don't think people talk much about it these days, but saw this information on the web, and thought it was interesting enough to share.


Alcohol Poisoning


Alcohol poisoning is characterized by the consumption of too much alcohol, too fast. It acts as a poison to your body. Sometimes if an individual drinks too much, they will pass out. This is their body's way of protecting itself from absorbing any more alcohol. But when an individual drinks a lot very quickly, they may not pass out in time. Instead they can actually go into a coma and die. Alcohol poisoning is tragically common on college campuses and is often associated with drinking games or buying shots or shooters for someone at a party.

Symptoms Of Alcohol Poisoning:

Unconscious "sleeping"; the person cannot be woken
Cold, clammy, pale or bluish skin
Slow breathing, less than 8 times per minute
Irregular breathing, with 10 seconds or more between breaths
Vomiting while "sleeping" or passed out, and not waking up after vomiting

If a person has any of these symptoms, they are likely suffering from alcohol poisoning. It is important for them to receive medical attention immediately.


What To Do When Someone Has Alcohol Poisoning:

Call an ambulance.
Use the Bacchus Maneuver and roll the person into the recovery position to prevent them from choking.
Do not leave the person alone. Stay with them and monitor breathing until medical help arrives.

Don't take chances when a life is at stake. If you're not sure what to do, it's always better to be safe than sorry. Even if the person is underage, get help if you suspect alcohol poisoning.


The Bacchus Maneuver for Alcohol Poisoning:

If someone you know passes out from drinking too much, you can help by positioning the person so they won't choke to death if they vomit.

The person may need more than just time to “sleep it off.” If you are worried about the state they are in, get medical attention, especially if you can't rouse them. They may have combined alcohol with drugs or have a medical condition you're not aware of. They may need to be hospitalized.

Follow these steps to perform "The Bacchus Maneuver":

1. Raise the person's closest arm above his head. Prepare to roll him / her towards you.
2. Gently roll as a unit. Guard his / her head as you roll him / her.
3. Tilt head to maintain airway. Tuck nearest hand under cheek to help maintain head tilt.
4. Check him / her often.

Alcohol Poisoning

loveon2legs

Hi artsoul...great post! thank-you!

spryte

This happened to me once.

least

Thank you for such useful information.

CarolD

Excellent info artsoul.....

ErikO

I'm just getting over some serious alcohol poisoning. I've experienced this so many times before, it's starting to feel normal, and that's the sick part; the insane comfort in detox/retox. Is it comfort? Self destruction doesn't seem comforting to me, but it's continuous. A vicious cycle.

Please don't be fooled by this post, I am not and have never condoned drinking or drugs. I'm trying to look at this honestly to figure out why I cannot seem to stop binging on a weekly basis. It's like being possessed by a demon. Hopefully someone out there understands this, and can share a little insight.

BullDog777

i drank a half a gallon of VAT69 every night night for years. it's comfort, anger relief, anxiety relief, self destruction, and a horrible obsession. the craving to do it gets less and less the longer you stay away from it.

ErikO

thanks... and I agree.

CarolD

ErikO.....
Welcome to our recovery community!

Many of us are winning over addiction
and I hope you will too....

You might want to check with your doctor
about how best to de tox.
That's always a wise move.

Please keep posting with us
glad you joined SR.

ErikO

Thanks, Carol.
I've been laying around reading the Big Book today - sweating it out. It's my second day without a drink. I just got back from getting a B-12 shot and talking to my doctor. I think I'll be all right. I've been through this many times before. I have people around me to make sure I'm OK for a few days just in case. Glad to find this place. And thanks again.

hollybear

oh this brings back bad memories...
Thanks for posting this and reminding me why I do NOT want to drink anymore

ErikO

You're welcome. Let my pain be your motivation. It's not worth going through it again.

onestepforward

Whooo, been there, done that. I thank God everyday for my life!

CarolD

Eric....cPlease read Chapter 5 in the BB
and ...............follow directions....


Good to know you did see your doctor.
Hope this will be your final de tox
and that it goes smoothly...