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Permalink Reply by Amy on December 29, 2008 at 8:31pm

I'll be honest & say that, early on, right after I was first diagnosed, I did turn a lot to alcohol. I don't think you're alone, there, but everyone handles it differently.
Wish I could help, but all I have is personal experience.
I hope someone else can offer some insight.

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Permalink Reply by Johnny Q on December 29, 2008 at 8:44pm

Thanks Amy, I'm actually good now, but just wondering if there are others out there. I started a group Alopecia & Addiction. You should join.

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Permalink Reply by Maitra@02 on August 10, 2017 at 2:01am

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Permalink Reply by hagster on August 10, 2017 at 10:06pm

In my opinion: if you or anyone are having trouble coping with their AA, then needs to seek help via a therapist. Using drugs or alcohol will / can only add to problems.

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Permalink Reply by Zoey Pearson on January 24, 2020 at 3:23am

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Permalink Reply by Bon on February 7, 2020 at 8:55pm

Hey Johnny, I am a recovering alcoholic/opiate addict, been in the program since 1994. I was just diagnosed with a rare form of alopecia called Lichen Planopiliris devastating!. However, at the age of 70 years young, I believe that there is a reason for EVERYTHING. I am moving into acceptance through prayer, meditation and members of AA, close friends and my dojo. The Universal Force is awesome...the thought of a drink or pills has crossed my mind since the diagnosis but my Naturopath prescribed a low dose of Naltrexone. While meditating last night it came to me...what a blessing! If I took a drink I'd get very ill and the opiates would be cancelled out...now that is a Power greater my myself at work. I have a plan: primarily based in focusing on the solutions rather than the disease.  So the answer to your question from me, is YES!  It certainly was a temptation.  Hope that helps.  Bonnie 

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Permalink Reply by Zoey Pearson on July 31, 2020 at 3:09am

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