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Please can someone assure me the damage is reversible

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Readytotrythis · 23/12/2023 18:04

Hi all. First time posting and absolutely terrified. Over the last two years I have been drinking almost everyday, as many as two wine bottles. It’s become significantly worse since last spring 2022, stressful life events etc.

Currently on holiday and I’ve just had some sort of panic attack as I’ve convinced myself my liver is damaged and there’s nothing I can do to help it. If I break the habit will it regenerate? Is it possible to permanently damage it by drinking non stop for two years? I was pregnant before then or breastfeeding and before all of that drank moderately.

Im early 30s, I otherwise eat healthy and drink lots of water. My liver test this spring didn’t show anything abnormal but then I’ve read it wouldn’t show anything anyway?

anyway I have finally told my husband I have a problem and he is going to help me going forward. But need some reassurance I will most likely be okay, otherwise I’ll be a nervous wreck over Christmas. Feel so angry with myself and ashamed.

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notahappybunny7 · 24/12/2023 00:04

Readytotrythis · 23/12/2023 22:06

Thanks everyone. I’m not drinking tonight even if it risks withdrawals. I regularly have days without and just feel great the day after. But this has been the health scare I needed, I have had a long talk with my husband and now that I’ve admitted to someone I have an issue I don’t feel like there’s any going back. I simply need to stop.

Im going to try to enjoy the rest of this holiday without worrying too much about my liver. Then I might have a scan next week if I’m brave enough. Thanks everyone for your help and advice

Enjoy your holiday! I’m sure you’re fine and I wouldn’t worry about withdrawals if you regularly have alcohol free days and have only drank for 2 years, see your gp by all means but please do not worry.

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