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[Darkest Diamond]

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Miracle



Have had my blood test results from full blood count and liver function and amylase (pancreas) and cholestrol test etc and .................................................. ............. everything is normal

The receptionist gave me the results over the phone I said "Shouldn't I see a doctor?" she said "No as everything is in normal ranges"

This thrills me!! I am going to still make an appointment with the doctor to arrange another liver function test for a month or twos time just to check it is still ok. Also I need to talk to her about getting better, although bloods are ok, my skin itches, my hair has got very thin, I am worn out and very under weight (8stone and i am 5'10") I've always been slim but this is skinny, not nice. Also have chronic insomnia...... so a lot of healing to do!!

On another positive note I have noticed in the last 10 days that the one part of my body that had got fat and bloated with alcohol (face) has gone back to normal, it is lovely to have a jawline and cheek bones back again! Another positive my skin (on face) looks so much more alive than previously, also my hair although it has got very thin is now soft not coarse.

I feel so grateful (and relieved) , despite all this as I type I have fear coursing through my body, all work related, I go back tomorrow. I am going to look for a new job as this one is too much for me, I have known that for a long time now. I am going to look for a job where I can work 9.00am to 6.00pm each day and not have to work at home in the eves.

Thank you to everyone for the support. It has meant a lot to me.

DD

[spuddleduck]

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DD, im so very happy for you. i cant imagine how you have been feeling with that worry. it sounds as if it could be stress related and it sounds like your job is stressful so you are doing the right thing looking for another job. what you have to do now is remember how terrified you have been with worry over this. print out your post about how you were feeling and read it if you feel tempted to drink. your tests were clear this time but you obviously thought there was a good chance they wouldn't be so take this as a warning and a 2nd chance.
i really am so happy for you, it could have been any of us writing that post, sick with worry.

and let this be a warning to all us internet doctors... i am the worlds worst at diagnosing myself with everything under the sun on the internet (though i have got it right sometimes)

[Rusty]

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DD-Congratulations on the positive bloodwork results.

Regarding the itching....I know it is due to alcohol's effect on the liver. You may want to try Benadryl, but just like your hair loss, your body is probably lacking in Vitamins C,D, E, and Folic Acid. Ask your doctor for some supplements.

Also, Lavande on the Monthly Abs Thead has answered that question before as to exactly what causes that itching and the BEST method to treat it. She's a retired nurse. Pop into the Monthly Abs Thead on Gentle January-Week 2, and ask her. It's about 7:00 AM her time so she will be able logging into MWO shortly.

I've got to get to work so just know I'm thinking of you.

[DreamThinkDo]

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Darkest Diamond;1608832 wrote:

Have had my blood test results from full blood count and liver function and amylase (pancreas) and cholestrol test etc and .................................................. ............. everything is normal

Wonderful news, DD - you must be very relieved!

[badger]

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great news DD - delighted for you

try to remember how you were feeling last night so that you can think back to it if you ever feel like picking up a drink

[Jazi's Mum]

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You must know, though, that what seems normal to some doctors with thyroid can still be high for YOU. I was only one point above the 'normal' range and my doctor would not attribute any of my symptoms of low thyroid to the actual fact that I needed supplementation. He told me "I don't go by symptoms." I really had to push him and made quite a fuss before he would prescribe. But within weeks my symptoms abated and I've been fine ever since.

Do some homework on thyroid. It's one case where the internet can help. I asked for a print-out of my thyroid test and got it. Then when I went back after supplementation and had another test my 'number' was nice and low where it should be. I wouldn't have known what to ask for, or insist on, unless I had really looked into thyroid issues.

JMum

[Darkest Diamond]

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Hi Jazi's mum ,
I am going to make an appointment with doc so that I can discuss what is going on, and yes I see it could be thyroid .

[Suesue]

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Thrilled for you dd what a relief.

[Rivergal]

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DD,
I was once an active, outgoing athlete & do not even recognize myself. My sobriety date is Dec 25, 2013-
2014 is the year we will rebuild & regain ourselves. I am with you!
Annie

[mama bear]

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just read this....so happy your results are normal...we can make ourselves crazy, can't we??

[vynan]

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Dd,

Great news just read it, you are doing great pal. Stay off the booze and get into a healthy pattern, as in previous posts liver is a forgiving organ but that does not mean we make a punching bag out of it. Keep us posted bud.

Vy

[vynan]

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mama bear;1609014 wrote: just read this....so happy your results are normal...we can make ourselves crazy, can't we??

So right mamab


Vy

[Gardener]

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So happy to hear the good news DD.

[treetops]

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I am so happy that your tests are in the normal range. You must be so relieved. Isn't it wonderful to find your cheek bones again? But sounds like you need some building up - pity I can't send you a slice of the apple pie my daughter made!
Please see this as a wake-up call - I think you do - and make sure you don't go back into the abyss of AL. Have a good honest talk with the Dr.
Actually I am off to my GP today - its the first time in years I am NOT seeing her about my liver. Its simply an old injury in my foot. How normal is that?

Lots of hugs and I hope you get some well deserved sleep tonight

[DipGal]

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Wonderful news DD!! Just wanted to add that if you don't get help from a regular MD, a naturopath or holistic medical professional may be of some value to you. Sometimes MD's just look at the test results and try to throw meds at us because that's what they were taught. Natural medicine professionals dig deeper.