peekaboo5

Hi all,

I'm on day 2 from my normalcy of drinking a bottle and a half of wine a night, and I'm having some nasty itching issues and headaches. Is itching normal for alcohol withdrawal? It completely sucks. I haven't had tremors or vomiting, but the night sweats are awful...but I also had those while I was drinking too. I guess I'm asking is if this is the worst I can expect if it's been nearly 48 hrs already?

Also, my husband thinks I'm over-reacting by wanting to quit altogether, but I just don't know when to stop when get started. It's a little scary, since alcoholism is pretty prevalent in my family. So, we have plenty of wine and a fully stocked liquor cabinet here at the house. Do you think it's necessary for me to get it out of my environment? I only ask because I don't think my husband should have to suffer for my issues. Yes, I'm tempted to have just a little bit, but I'm also pretty darn stubborn. I think I can handle being around it without falling prey.

I'd love to hear your comments and suggestions, and thank you for any guidance you can give.

Hugs!

Hevyn

Welcome peekaboo - it's great to have you join us.

I remember being very itchy, with creepy-crawly skin. Night sweats & headaches happened to me too.

I think in the early days it's advisable to not have liquor around. We're all different in this regard - but to be safe, I wouldn't chance it. Now that I'm sober, it doesn't bother me to be around it - but early on it would have. I'm sure others will have suggestions for you.

Congrats on your Day 2.

peekaboo5

Thanks for the comments, Hevyn. You might be right. I'll at least ask him to move it somewhere out of sight.

Soberwolf

Welcome Peekaboo congrats on day 2 good job coming here this site is a fantastic source of sobriety & support

I would suggest letting your other half knowing your taking this seriously so it's underlined but either way as long as you know that's enough

Have you thought about a plan of action

Coldfusion

Welcome Peekaboo!

Congratulations on day two!

I hope you read around and post often! Here's a couple good threads to join:

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ml#post5865858

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...-part-4-a.html

360startstoday

I was terribly itchy for awhile. 45 days in and it's been gone for quite awhile now.

I got rid of all of the alcohol in the house on day 7, it was liberating for me. There have been a couple of days that I was very grateful I had got rid of it. Not that I would have drank for sure, but the temptation was completely removed.

peekaboo5

Don't really have a plan other than just not drinking. It's unnerving how many times I've thought about just one glass though. Other than resistance, I'm not sure what kind of plan I should have. Suggestions?

The headache is getting worse this evening, since this is usually when I would be a few glasses in already. And, the itching is ramping up too. It's hard to believe I'm so physically tied to alcohol. I mean, I'm working on my Master's program, working a successful career, raising kids, etc...yet, here I am asking about issues of sobriety. Just makes me wonder how I got this bad off.

peekaboo5

Congrats on 45 days! If I can go 30, it'll be my birthday. But, I'm trying not to think that far out...seems daunting.

least

Yes, itching is common. It will get better. Your body is detoxing. It takes some time.

I hope the support here can help you get sober for good. It's really worth it.

thomas11

Welcome Peekaboo5, I think its great to recognize that you may have a problem and get it out in the open. I also think you should establish loud and clear your desire with your husband because his support will be important. Lastly, and I hate to be a downer, but it sounds like you have a lot going for you, alcohol can and will eventually destroy all of it...if you let it. Wish you the best.

Dee74

hi and welcome peekaboo

not to be rude but recovery wise what your husband thinks is very much immaterial. This is your problem, your recovery, and your journey.

I recommend a plan - it's not onerous to think about and may help you get through some tough spots:

http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...ery-plans.html

D

peekaboo5

Thanks, Dee74. I'll check out your suggestion.