Day 20
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Day 20
Im not very good at talking and I suffer greatly with social anxiety it's taking me alot to write this but I feel it really must be done,
my drinking has been way out of hand for many many years, im at a point where I'd rather be sober if it means I'm not in pain and feeling like crap,
i'm now on day 20 alcohol free, been having stomach aches/pains alot and was worried if that was normal,
emotionally its also been very tough,
decided to sign up here as I stumbled across this site while researching some things, and thought it may help as a way forward to talk to others and maybe even gain the confidence to go to some meetings and progress into a sober life.
my drinking has been way out of hand for many many years, im at a point where I'd rather be sober if it means I'm not in pain and feeling like crap,
i'm now on day 20 alcohol free, been having stomach aches/pains alot and was worried if that was normal,
emotionally its also been very tough,
decided to sign up here as I stumbled across this site while researching some things, and thought it may help as a way forward to talk to others and maybe even gain the confidence to go to some meetings and progress into a sober life.
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Hi and welcome Dan 
This is a safe place - and you're completely in control of how much you share and with whom
I had a few stomach issues for a while - but I'd had them for years.
if it's concerning you, or the pain is really bad, why not see a Dr?
D
This is a safe place - and you're completely in control of how much you share and with whom
I had a few stomach issues for a while - but I'd had them for years.
if it's concerning you, or the pain is really bad, why not see a Dr?
D
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Hiya, Dan.
I don't know much about stomach troubles, except to say I was quite prone to heartburn after too many beers, especially if eating Italian.
I hope you find the anonymity here liberating, because getting your feelings off your chest is a great way to cope with them when they're not positive, and a great way to magnify them when they are.
I don't know much about stomach troubles, except to say I was quite prone to heartburn after too many beers, especially if eating Italian.
I hope you find the anonymity here liberating, because getting your feelings off your chest is a great way to cope with them when they're not positive, and a great way to magnify them when they are.
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Join Date: Sep 2015
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Welcome.
I am glad that you are sharing, which I know can be hard -- was hard for me, and now I am a bit addicted to this place.
I hope your stomach is better soon -- body is doing a lot of adjusting, but if you are concerned, and can do it, I would second the advice to see your GP.
Good luck.
I am glad that you are sharing, which I know can be hard -- was hard for me, and now I am a bit addicted to this place.
I hope your stomach is better soon -- body is doing a lot of adjusting, but if you are concerned, and can do it, I would second the advice to see your GP.
Good luck.
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Join Date: Dec 2015
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Welcome to SR, there is a ton of life changing and saving material here to read to help you and congrads on your progress thus far.
Sorry I can't comment on stomach issues as it's not one of the things I experienced, seems like my body went through everything but.
Stay close
Andrew
Sorry I can't comment on stomach issues as it's not one of the things I experienced, seems like my body went through everything but.
Stay close
Andrew
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Hi, I can affirm what you're saying about the stomach. Since getting sober 10 days ago, I've had IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). I'm a bit food intolerant, but I expect this is temporary.
If it's not improving or it gets bad, see a doctor about it. I know it's a pain in the butt, but there may be a simple med to help with the symptoms and you'll also have the peace of mind of ruling out anything serious.
Thanks for joining the community. Look forward to hearing from you again.
If it's not improving or it gets bad, see a doctor about it. I know it's a pain in the butt, but there may be a simple med to help with the symptoms and you'll also have the peace of mind of ruling out anything serious.
Thanks for joining the community. Look forward to hearing from you again.
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Making it to 20 days is amazing. It shows your determination to turn your life around. Regarding stomach problems, I had issues with that for the first three weeks or so. I read somewhere that that's a pretty common problem, but if it persists, I also feel a checkup with your doctor would be a good idea. I went through a lot mentally and physically, especially for the first month, but things do settle down. Recovery takes time and patience. The best is yet to come! John
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