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Alcohol abuse

2017-12-11 08:01:46
I am drinking heavily past 25 yes.this week I abused alcohol a lot.since three nights after first drink I have to quit as blood seems to get accumulated I. brain breathing difficulty profuse sweating bloodshot eyes I am planning to quit cold turkey
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It is great that you’re motivated to quit and staying strong will help.Quitting cold turkey without any psychiatrist support will be difficult. Withdrawal symptoms always kick in and have to be treated. Consult a psychiatrist for help in leaving alcohol and treating withdrawal symptoms.
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