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Old 06-08-2006, 05:27 AM
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Hello Harlean.. and I'm happy you made your way to this site and are committed to your recovery.

I agree with Carol... you need to get to a doctor and get checked out. An enlarged abdomen can certainly be worrisom for liver disease. I hope you follow this advise and get medical attention. He will be able to answer your questions and provide the best treatment regimen.

Sorry for your loss. I was widowed just over 4 years ago. It is very devastating so I understand the need you felt for continued drinking.
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Old 11-18-2011, 11:31 AM
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Phill

my wife just passed away from what they call hepatic encephalopathy but she had also had a number of strokes before hand.

so yes I would say the best way do deal with it phill is get into a detox or get yourself into some AA Meeting's and fined a sponsor, they can be a BIG help.


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Old 11-18-2011, 01:25 PM
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Welcome to SR JJordan.
I'm so sorry for your loss.

This thread is actually from 2005 - not sure where Phillips is now but I hope hes doing well

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Old 02-18-2013, 03:38 PM
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Hi Dee

I'm back where I was, and the last six years has just been more of the same.

I'm here tonight to read my old posts, and it's frightening how the topics I wrote about are the same that bother me now.

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Old 02-18-2013, 03:46 PM
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I'm sorry things are rough Philips but it's great you've reconnected with us

Do hang around

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Old 02-18-2013, 03:51 PM
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Thanks Dee.

I'm having these uncomfortable feelings in my liver area (I know, I should go see the doc). I'll give it a few days. Before when this has happened, the twinges go away.

I hoping, again, that this might be a catalyst for change (in my behaviour).

You know, just one drink and I'm out of control.
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Old 02-18-2013, 03:55 PM
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I find it gobsmacking to look back and see how many years I let just slip by with the same old stuff.

I really hope you'll decide to make 2013 your year, man

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Old 02-18-2013, 03:58 PM
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I know! It was eight years ago I was getting bother by drinking, so it had been going on for some time before that (possibly another seven), so we're talking fifteen years of boozing.

I didn't drink to speak of until then.
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Old 02-18-2013, 05:25 PM
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It's very easy to fall into the "I'll do it tomorrow" cycle.
I did it for 30 years. I have NO idea how I let it go on that long.
But quitting was like getting out of prison.
For me it truly is freedom.
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Old 02-18-2013, 10:02 PM
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Wow, so great you came back after all this time, Phillips.

I hope you stick around even if you keep drinking. Fear about our health is just one reason to quit; there are many others that are far more pleasant to think about. Hang around a bit, and you might find yourself not only motivated, but also inspired.
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Old 02-18-2013, 11:18 PM
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Years ago, they said that brain cells could not regenerate, and we now know that isn't true.
The body is an amazing organism, capable of much more than I think we even know.
Yes, the liver can heal.
Irregardless, no need to pile on and damage anything further.
I count my blessings, and hope that I'm getting better.
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Old 02-19-2013, 12:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Phillips View Post
I presume this probably is not the place to ask technical questions about liver damage through alcohol, but then again there could be some very well-informed folk here who can help.

Anyway, to the point: my doc wants to run a liver test on me this week.

If the test shows that my liver has been harmed, does time heal it? Does it get 'better'?

Please, I do not ask this because I want it to get better so that I can abuse it again.

Either way, I am in my second attempt at sobriety in as many weks, and I believe my time for complete abstenance in upon me, regardless of the liver test.

Yours, in peace,

-Phillips
The liver works to heal itself and in fact does but through other factors
Length of drinking age genetics etc. Is the severity which in turn becomes liver disease full blown
Since you are not jaundice puking up black tarry like vomit and or experiencing other pains.
I think its fair to presume that any damage done to your liver is reversable (though your liver may have scars) not drinking and doing as your doctor has instructed will take care of your body. Do know that if any damage is seen (which it could be) the liver never 100% heals.. as I mentioned it develops scarring from trying to keep up with the alcohol intake so even by stopping drinking and taking care of yourself if say you picked drinking back up later on etc the clock on your liver doesnt start over it takes off from the damage already done.
So in short take care of your body. Listen to your doc and any signs I mentioned call your doctor right away.
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Old 02-19-2013, 12:48 AM
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Thanks everyone. Today is day two, though I'd rather not count days off like that.
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Old 02-19-2013, 01:54 AM
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Thanks everyone. Today is day two, though I'd rather not count days off like that.
C'mon Philip you can do this ! I love counting days

Grind through the drink thoughts and ride out the cravings, good things await for you.

Good luck.
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