Alcoholism or other addictions post bypass

You are definitely not alone in that boat.  Search OH there are many that end up dealing with alcohol problems, and it appears (although I don't recall any studies) that RNYers have a higher degree of alcoholism post-WLS than other surgeries, maybe because we lose our pyloric value?  Not sure but I'd like to see more research in this area.

There is a Cross-Addiction group here on OH if you go to groups and type in cross addiction you should be able to find it.  I know several IRL folks that are dealing (or have dealt with) alcoholism and others that really concern me in how much they drink, yet don't admit it's REALLY often.

I come from a family of alcoholics and was married to one.  This is one area I've been very cautious in.  Do I drink, sure occasionally and I am hyper-sensitive to the affects of just a few oz of wines and about 1/3 of a beer and I feel the affects.

You know what I find super strange.  I can drink with zero issues- It doesn't upset my stomach and it doesn't fill me up.  I get buzzed quicker but it doesn't stay long.  The funniest thing is the extremes to which I have gone to make sure I can drink! I make sure I haven't eaten within a few hours.. and I only have sugar free things to mix with the drinks.  I realize the alcohol can create sugar or some odd thing but it is awful that I will plan out my drinking so well!!!!!

I didn't want to admit to anyone that I had an issue because I didn't want to have to quit- so sad! My boyfriend has never had a drink in his life so he was so puzzled by why I couldn't just not drink- everyone is being supportive though so I know I won't end up with a major issue :)

 

Please don't be fooled, alcoholism is progressive and does not discriminate.  You can end up with a major issue.  Please learn from my mistake.  I had almost 8 years clean and sober before this RNY and went back to the alcohol.  It has almost destroyed my life.  I have almost lost my home and kids over this and still may.  This is no joke.  Please get help before it is too late.  Thinking of you.  I now have over 60 days clean and sober.

Sincerely,

Megan

 

Congrats on your 60 days! I hope everything works out for you. I think I caught it early enough that I will be okay.

Thank you, good for you for catching it.