Hi my name is Dawn an my husband is a alcoho!ic his docter has referred him to memory clinic I am very worried that he won't get better because he can't see he has a problem is there idea how I convince him please
I had to get the doctor a couple of weeks ago because he was so weak. Doctor sent him straight to hospital because I threatened to leave if he didn't go. He discharged himself within a few hours. The doctor told me he cannot force him to stay as he has capacity to make his own choices . I feel like I am figting a losing battle which is very upsetting.That’s so difficult for you @Long journey ahead
Please do ring the Dr if you think it’s needed.
I don't feel strong. Just very sad. Even if I could get an ambulance he wouldn't go. I really wish the doctor had the power to override his decision before it becomes a clinical emergency.@Long journey ahead maybe time to override what your husband thinks he wants and turn it into what he needs.. be strong.. phone 111
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That's what I am worried about the ambulance may not get here in time. He asked the doctor for something last week but he refused him.please watch carefully the withdrawal of alcohol. it can lead to fits which my son had because he stopped the drink suddenly. i, myself went through withdrawals with morphine as i had to take pain patches off suddenly. its horrendous. even if they gave something to relax and help with withdrawal would be better.
In all honesty I feel his body has been closing down for months. The covid could finish him. Sounds dramatic but that's how it feelsDo you think that maybe the covid has weakened his body so much that it is now closing down?