boris

Last week i went the doctors. Drunk crying and in a right state. Saying i wanted to change. 9 days on. Im sober and doing ok but i have to go back for liver results.

I dont want to go as i feel abit of a clown.

Chloe2t

No reason to feel foolish. You did what you needed to do and a doctor can't help if you aren't honest... I bet your doc will be thrilled to see you doing better

ScottFromWI

You won't be drunk and you will be in a much better state this time. Medical professionals have seen the likes of us ( alcoholics ) just as often as they see people with other medical ailments. Their job is to help you get better - just go.

SoberLeigh

No reason to feel embarrassed; I am sure that your doctor has heard and seen it all. He/she will be very happy to see that you are on the road to recovery.

aasharon90

The word is "RESPONSIBLE". You are learning
to be responsible for yourself, your healthy,
your recovery/sobriety, your life and happiness.

Keep an openmind to suggestions, directions.
Have a willingness to do whatever you need
to do to continue to achieve a healthy, honest life
listening, learning, absorbing and applying tools
and knowledge of a recovery program to guide
you on ur path each day you remain sober.

One Step @ a Time.
and....

Keep It Simple.

RecklessEric

Our doctors are there to see us at our worst.
That's just your pride getting in your way.

inthekeyofg

Agreed, they will be very happy to know that you're doing better and on the sober path!
Also, it will give you peace of mind to have the results!

boris

I will go. Im just not looking forward to it.

ScottFromWI

Understandable, but really think about it for a minute - you are going there to get better and get advice from someone who can help you do so. The truth is sometimes uncomfortable, but it is the right thing to do. Make sure you take advantage of it while you are there and ask as many questions as possible.

NightsWatch

For some reason, this post next to your sad Homer AV was funny to me. Not in a mean way, but in a "I get it" way. Part of moving on with recovery is confronting things we want to avoid. Drinking was always the easiest way to deal with our feelings, but now we have to find other ways. Know that your decision to go is a big deal for your recovery. Let us know how it goes!

KAD

I understand the feeling. It was only with the last 5 months that I admitted to my doctor for the first time that I have a drinking problem. I've been seeing him for over 10 years but always lied about drinking. I held it together but my lip was quivering and I think it was pretty obvious I was on the verge of tears. I felt nervous about going back for a followup visit. Don't worry about it, though. I think my doctor was a little taken aback at first because I always denied drinking at all, but he was fine after that. Like it has been said by others here, I'm sure they see people like us all the time.

boris

Well i went to the appointment. I think she said my liver serum levels were 69 and they should be below 35.

as long as i behave myself and dont drink. The doctor says all should be ok in around 6 weeks.

so thats what im gunna do. Concentrate on eating sensible and not drinking alcohol. Sounds easy. I know it aint

Hevyn

Glad you went - I'm sure you're happy to have it over with. Very good news that you can be normal again in a short time - you can do it boris.

PurpleKnight

Great job on going Boris!! You can do this!!

boris

Thanks. I feel motivated so hopefully ill be om this time

Chloe2t

So happy that you went- I know that was tough for you. Looking forward to hearing your serum levels are great in six weeks! Way to go!!

boris

Im sure they will be. Im trying to eat healthy am taking vitumins and im drinking loads of water. So lets see what happens

boris

Ok so i have my blood test tomorow then ill find out on the 8th if my liver is better now. I really hope so

Mountainmanbob

that should be what we focus on
all else usually falls right into place
MM

MattyBoy

Going back and being sober will make a good impression to your doctors that you've started the process of change. And trust me, doctors have seen people in all sorts of predicament -theyre not there to judge.