tornrealization

I wasn't lucid my ambulance ride here. I still don't know if I called 911. That is high. They had to tell me over and over. I'm missing hours. Shamed. Been here 12 hours. Going to go home soon.

tornrealization

If they let me. Still a chance I have to stay.

Aarryckha

Well, make sure you are well enough to go home. If not, stay.

RobbyRobot

.37 BAC is at approaching near death levels where breathing is very shallow and can stop altogether. The drinker at this level is usually blacked out deeply unconscious, incontinent, absent normal reflexes, body temp unsteady and falling... I am startled as well and also think perhaps a false reading?

In any case, good to know the hospital is looking after you. Best wishes.

tornrealization

Id be embarrassed to ask again. Maybe I should.

mathmajor

I say it's behind you now... but I mean it when I say you were tempting fate with that level of BAC. Please understand the risk and try to keep from rolling the dice anymore

mathmajor

You can do it

Coldfusion

Are you serious about recovery? Maybe you should ask to talk to a social worker or counselor while you're at the hospital.

tornrealization

They are making me talk to a counselor before I can go home. I am sad watching all the people coming in. I started at 7 am. What a stress for these health care workers.

tornrealization

Yes it was that high. Counselor said she's seen people talking and making sense that high. And die. Scary thing I did to myself today.

Aarryckha

How are you feeling?

I think it's great they let you keep your phone so you could post here while you're in the hospital.

adee

Yes, how are you feeling? I know it's a lot to sort through thoughts and feelings and very overwhelming while in the hospital. I have been through it and it is not something you ever forget. The next couple of days are likely going to be very hard physically and emotionally. Please take any and all offers of help.

I truly hope that your husband now knows there is no "drink better' option for you. All the best to you as you walk through these next days.

Dee74

I'm glad you're in a safe place Torn - I'd stay there until they tell you it's safe for you to go.

and yes, please do keep posting...there's a l;ot of support and good advice here

I'm really glad you're ok

D

afloatsober

Its possible. I did the same many times. What i failed to understand that it was damaging my vital organs progressively each time. You can make this your very last visit to hospital due to alcohol poisoning.
Be safe.
G

MythOfSisyphus

I hope you're feeling better; maybe staying for a bit is a good idea. It's really time to quit drinking for good now. Your next end date could be the day of your death. It doesn't have to be that way, though. There is hope!

zombiegirl

Good luck sweetheart we are all rooting for u xxxx

hiddenzebra

torn I work in health care and have carried in a lot of sick people and didn't like it one bit, painful stuff.

I'm also working on alcohol withdrawal, it's annoying. I wouldn't bother fighting the counselors. No point.

tornrealization

Wow yes you are correct. After a few hours of asking why my sober husband couldn't take me home, I asked legally how they can do that. A very patient cop explained they could. I asked what would happen if I just left, strict nurse said you won't be leaving. She said they will use restraints. So I stopped asking and waited. I know that annoyed them. I did ask nicely got denied cried and then would ask again. I got out at 1 am. Going to be a rough recovery day. Bring on the sweats and pukes and another day off work.

They gave me information for Local counselers and AA. I'm more geared towards counseling. Did an AA meeting years ago and they asked if it was anyone's first meeting. So I raised my hand and the whole meeting switched gears. I got numbers and they all spoke one on one their stories assuring me I can quit. I was embarrassed shy and wanting to leave. I vividly recall some of the stories. Gah. I guess I'd just observe next time.

RevivingOphelia

Thinking of you, Torn, and wishing you better health. This could be the start of a great new sober life for you.

Take care of yourself and reach out to all available resources!

gleefan

Thanks for the updates. I'm glad that you're safe. There has been some great advice on this thread.