Deal with swollen abdomen? How long does it last?
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Deal with swollen abdomen? How long does it last?
I had a huge binge over the weekend and now my belly is still swollen. I think after reading lots of info that I have alcohol induced Ascites. I'm limiting my salt, haven't had a drink since Monday, am taking OTC water pills to try to fix this ASAP. It's getting better, but my stomach and right side (I know... my liver) is sore and my belly is still swollen. I'm drinking lots of water and powerade (sugar free) and I am luckily urinating a lot and it is a light color. I'm a full size bigger right now. How long will it last? Any idea?
BTW, this has scared the bejesus out of me. I'm done drinking. Tuesday was my first day of sobriety. That's why I'm here. I'm done. I don't need to destroy my liver. I won't. Too many people depend on me and I love my life.
Thanks to anyone that has any answers. And I know you're going to say "go to the doctor". If I have to I will, but right now I'm looking for your knowledge. Thank you!
BTW, this has scared the bejesus out of me. I'm done drinking. Tuesday was my first day of sobriety. That's why I'm here. I'm done. I don't need to destroy my liver. I won't. Too many people depend on me and I love my life.
Thanks to anyone that has any answers. And I know you're going to say "go to the doctor". If I have to I will, but right now I'm looking for your knowledge. Thank you!
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You need a professional opinion ...a blood test will give
you answers Please be honest with the doctor about
your drinking or the correct blood screening test
won't be done.
Come back from the doctors and let us know how you are
doing......be both sober and safe....
you answers Please be honest with the doctor about
your drinking or the correct blood screening test
won't be done.
Come back from the doctors and let us know how you are
doing......be both sober and safe....
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Well, it started on Saturday night and really didn't end until Tuesday. Anyway, just since I posted originally, I feel better and my belly is literally going down. I just put on my regular jeans and they are a little snug, but I couldn't barely put them on yesterday. No ER, doctor tomorrow if necessary.
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Please don't minimize the seriousness of your condition. I used to see the doctor for back pain and lie about how much I drank. I'd abstain until the pain went away, then I'd pick up again. It's amazing how the disease tricked my mind into thinking I was cured and healthy.
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I've been sober for over 4 years, many of our members have long-term recovery. I was diagnosed with elevated liver functions numerous times, and of course I thought I was so smart that I started diagnosing it myself. Found out I'm not much of a doctor The first time I had liver problems was at the age of 19. I didn't stop drinking until I was 41.
Please, see your doctor.
Please, see your doctor.
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