BillinSaratoga

Well... decided waiting three more weeks for my 'normal' appointment with my doctor was too long. Not because I feel bad but because the little things and anxiety driving me crazy. Went to the Doctor (first time since getting sober) and we talked a long time. Put all the 'cards' on the table. Blood taken and all the tests being run. My hope is they come back ok...but either way now I will know what the status is. I don't have symptoms of cirrhosis or any advanced ALD so my fingers are crossed. But as the doctor said, the treatment for all is to stop drinking which I have done. We have had this discussion before "Bill, you have to stop" but this time I am fighting harder to win and keep that AV out of the front seat here. The exam and the million questions didn't point to any major issues. Only symptom is some dull back pain that comes and goes and is gone more than it is there. After blood results I go back in 3 weeks which was already scheduled but now is part of my back on the sober track plan with doc.

So...other than that... 41 days and a doctor visit and physical behind me.

Some anxiety over what test results will be...but even that is less than not knowing.

Feeling pretty good about today... looking for a good tomorrow.

Hevyn

Bill I'm so glad you didn't wait any longer to go. I'm sure it felt good to open up to your doctor. Here's hoping the results will be fine. Proud of you.

PurpleKnight

Did the right thing Bill . . . Alcohol is such an awful thing, silently it affects the body until it's too late . . . waiting on results is a nightmare, but hopefully it'll put your mind at ease!!

Straightshoot

Best wishes for a good report from the Doctor!

Dee74

I hope and trust all will be well Bill

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BillinSaratoga

All - Thanks for the quick responses and support. I do feel better having gone. Nothing is for sure but although anxious still feeling good. I decided to go today basically because of advice and support from folks here. Glad I did. And my life motto that have adopted from advice here as well... Cant not change yesterday but do control today and can influence tomorrow.

HenryKrinkle

Sounds like you are doing the right things Bill. I understand 100% the anxiety with going to the doctor. I've been there too. It's good to get that behind you. You've got a great outlook on it all.

Anna

Bill, you're right, you can't go back and change what was and there is no sense in beating yourself up. Good for you for taking the initiative and going to the dr and being honest.

Kris47

Good luck Bill!

Hoping things are ok.

Kris47

Thepatman

Good stuff! Your responsible in your recovery, putting the big boy pans takes courage. I admire that.

MeSoSober

I think you're laying the foundation for a lot of GREAT tomorrows. Go you!

malcolmsloan

Good move, Bill. Sending positive thoughts your way.
Onward!

Kat60

Way to go Bill!!!

I am praying for a good outcome on all your tests!! I am sure they will be fine!

Keep us posted!