Medical Detox
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Medical Detox
As you may know, I went into the hospital on memorial day with a BAC north of .20 and had been drinking regularly throughout the weekend. After getting my pain under control the next thing the surgeon wanted was for me to be completely detoxed before surgery. So I went through what I guess would be considered a medical detox. The reason I am posting is this is for anyone who may be considering it, or may consider it in the future. It is a walk in the park. In all seriousness, if you can't put the drink down on your own and suffer through the withdrawal process, medical detox will get you out of the woods very comfortably. I know not everyone has insurance or the resources to be able to go to the hospital, but I do believe that there are options for those who don't have the resources. Lastly, my point is that medical detox is rather amazing and will get you over the hump. I wouldn't "rely" on it, but in a pickle, it is the way to go. If this helps one person, its worth the post.
Don't be afraid. The staff is very understanding, they get it.
Don't be afraid. The staff is very understanding, they get it.
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I would agree it is the way to go for everyone but not all hospitals are the same. I got driven in January to the hospital while blacked out by my wife. They were nice took my BP and did an ekg, then told me detox area was full and gave me no medication or anything. I was sent on my way back to my wife still drunk and with a bill for $900 after the insurance paid $4200. I have lost my faith in the system here, $5100 bucks for an ekg and a BP test?? I was in the room maybe 2 hours. I then came home and detoxed alone with no help stressing over the bill. Hopefully nobody else has to go through what I did.
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SVA, I'm not sure what experience you hoped for in your hospital visit. Good to see that your insurance covered more than 80 percent of it. However unintentionally, though, I think you shared a message that we don't want to put out there, especially for newcomers or those struggling.
If you are so intoxicated that medical attention is needed, for God's sake go to the ER. Worry about the bill later.
Yes, you may be discharged but still should be checked out by professionals. The same goes for any disconcerting symptoms or injury, regardless of whether a person is drunk or sober. Many times here on SR we've seen people posting while extraordinarily drunk and urged by countless others to dial 911. The jeopardy in which people place themselves (or others) is very real. And once a person passes out, his/her BAC is still rising.
Severely high BACs can kill.
If you are so intoxicated that medical attention is needed, for God's sake go to the ER. Worry about the bill later.
Yes, you may be discharged but still should be checked out by professionals. The same goes for any disconcerting symptoms or injury, regardless of whether a person is drunk or sober. Many times here on SR we've seen people posting while extraordinarily drunk and urged by countless others to dial 911. The jeopardy in which people place themselves (or others) is very real. And once a person passes out, his/her BAC is still rising.
Severely high BACs can kill.
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Originally Posted by Venecia 
SVA, I'm not sure what experience you hoped for in your hospital visit. Good to see that your insurance covered more than 80 percent of it. However unintentionally, though, I think you shared a message that we don't want to put out there, especially for newcomers or those struggling.
If you are so intoxicated that medical attention is needed, for God's sake go to the ER. Worry about the bill later.
Yes, you may be discharged but still should be checked out by professionals. The same goes for any disconcerting symptoms or injury, regardless of whether a person is drunk or sober. Many times here on SR we've seen people posting while extraordinarily drunk and urged by countless others to dial 911. The jeopardy in which people place themselves (or others) is very real. And once a person passes out, his/her BAC is still rising.
Severely high BACs can kill.
If you are so intoxicated that medical attention is needed, for God's sake go to the ER. Worry about the bill later.
Yes, you may be discharged but still should be checked out by professionals. The same goes for any disconcerting symptoms or injury, regardless of whether a person is drunk or sober. Many times here on SR we've seen people posting while extraordinarily drunk and urged by countless others to dial 911. The jeopardy in which people place themselves (or others) is very real. And once a person passes out, his/her BAC is still rising.
Severely high BACs can kill.
I was just frustrated that's all.
Happy Saturday to everyone.
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Thomas, thanks for posting. As one of the many members here who were very concerned about your well-being before you ended up in the hospital, it is wonderful to hear your sober thoughts. I am sure that you will help many with this post!
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Originally Posted by sva777
I am sorry I wasn't trying to scare anyone off from going to the hospital. It is still a good idea to go if your not good. I am sure if I was worse off I would have been admitted.
I was just frustrated that's all.
Happy Saturday to everyone.
I was just frustrated that's all.
Happy Saturday to everyone.
And a happy Saturday to you, SVA.
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Originally Posted by Thepatman
Medical or inpatient detox most likely saved many lives.
Glad you went and feeling ok. Now the hard part starts, staying sober.
All the best!
Glad you went and feeling ok. Now the hard part starts, staying sober.
All the best!
To be clear I am not a perfect person nor have I ever been (I married one), and I don't strive to be, but I'm certain I can and will do better.
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