poisoned

I drank daily for over 12 years and I am now on day 17 of sobriety. I am a bit confused because I still feel like I am having some withdrawal symptoms. The last few days I have been feeling totally exhausted, my skin is very itchy and it feels very sensitive, my head is in the clouds, I still get shaky sometimes, clammy hands, diarrhea, mood swings, and a few more issues as well. Is this normal? I was thinking that having drank so much for so long that it could be a long time before I feel normal. I honestly don't even know what "normal" is supposed to even feel like. I have been going to AA on a regular basis and it does seem to help but feeling so crummy and not knowing how long I will have to deal with it makes it pretty hard.

WatchTheSky

Those are definitely withdrawal symptoms. You're doing great, hang in there! But have you seen a doctor about this? It's always important to be safe when detoxing, and a doctor might be able to help you lessen some of the symptoms.

poisoned

I have seen a doctor and he gave me meds to help but I just thought that after 8 days these feelings would go away. I have another appointment with an addiction specialist in a week. I'll let him know what's going on. Thanks for the input.

CarolD

I'm sorry you are having difficulties but glad to know you
will be checking things out....

It took me to the end of 2 months to feel back in balance
mentally and physically.

I walked to an AA meeting daily....drank lots of water..took a
Multi vitamin + B 12 ....and followed a healthy eating plan
with my doctors ok

All my best as you continue to move forward..

michelle01

I hope it begins to lift for you soon. Please don't hesitate to consult a doctor and work out a plan, if you think you may need some medical support. After the physical symptoms begin to subside, then the mental and emotional side of it takes over and you need some long term support for that, so I am glad that you are going to groups.

MIBluebird

I experienced the same for about a month and like you, wondered if it would ever end. I actually felt like I had a hangover most mornings and didn't want to leave the house because I felt so anxious. I'm into my 6th week and am feeling so much better now. I also had my meds adjusted and am seeing an addiction therapist which has really helped me. Hang in there...you'll get there and start to feel some joy come back into your life.