[codyjacksmom]

To my dear fellow FReepers that are still struggling with this problem, but are now contemplating giving it up. Yes, it is the best decision you will make in your life, BUT, it can also be one of the deadliest. Alcoholism is the most dangerous addiction for detoxification...it can, and does, kill. Yes, it is more dangerous than any narcotic. If you are strongly leaning towards taking this big step to sobriety, please, please, please, check yourself into a hospital or detox center for at least a couple of days so that you may be monitored. I hate the thought of losing any FReepers to this.

[raybbr]

Great advice. To any heavy drinkers: On my first day of detox I went through serious withdrawal. My whole body began to cramp and go numb. I spent the whole day in the e-room sitting next to the real alcoholics getting vitamin shots and intravenous fluids.

Do not do this alone. Seek help and be with someone who can help.

[An American in Turkiye]

Can you shed some more light as to what to exect when your body is going through detox? If you can go a week without drinking, aren't you detoxed? How long does this process take?