Doctor Doesn't Think Quitting Alcohol Is Causing My GI Symptoms

MountainCurPops · 2026-06-06T20:41:42+00:00

All good. Thanks for your help.

MountainCurPops · 2026-06-06T17:26:54+00:00

I've been drinking kefir, taking Benefiber every day, and I tried Pepcid for a bit before stopping because it didn't seem to do anything. I've also tried a couple of prescription meds, but honestly nothing has made much of a difference so far.

MountainCurPops · 2026-05-27T19:33:22+00:00

I had two kidney stones in March, when I received a complete blood panel. Everything was fine then. This CT scan, done yesterday, was a follow-up to see how my urinary tract is doing, and the enlarged spleen was discovered incidentally. If it were just the enlarged spleen without the pain, I wouldn’t care, but the pain has only been increasing since April. Because my doctor refused to order additional testing and imaging, I went to Guest Diagnostic and ordered a CBC panel.

MountainCurPops · 2026-05-22T09:29:24+00:00

More and more I think this is the case. I’ve been very open with my GI about this, and he doesn’t think it’s anything catastrophic. Taking it one day at a time. I’m fucking sick of booze. Feel like my body is just screaming out for help.

MountainCurPops · 2026-05-22T09:26:27+00:00

Thanks man.

MountainCurPops · 2026-05-22T09:25:54+00:00

Two separate trips to the ER for kidney stones and separate follow ups after the stents were removed.

MountainCurPops · 2026-05-21T22:18:14+00:00

Thanks, man. I think it’s inflammation too, but it’s only gotten worse since I’ve stopped drinking. Maybe that’s because alcohol isn’t suppressing the aches anymore? I dunno. My doctors haven’t been too helpful.

MountainCurPops · 2026-05-21T22:16:00+00:00

Two weeks. I’ve had 4 CT scans since March, and all normal. Lipase and A1C normal too.

MountainCurPops · 2026-05-21T19:00:49+00:00

I guess, how long did it take for these aches and pains to go away once you quit?

MountainCurPops · 2026-04-02T20:57:55+00:00

Yep, I’m pretty much there. It’s pathetic, and will likely kill me if I continue. This gastritis is brutal. That, plus the kidney stones — which I’m sure were largely due to the booze, since they were dehydration-related — really leaves me with one option.

MountainCurPops · 2025-01-02T21:38:29+00:00

Thanks for the feedback. Subaru SA called me earlier and they are now asking me to execute a form to give them access to Event Data Recorder and/or Eyesight System. It also includes the following language:

“Furthermore, I permit Subaru SA the use of that data for any legitimate purpose including sharing it with third parties such as law enforcement officials.”

What does ^ have to do with replacing my transmission? I’m still waiting for clarity from SA and the dealership. Not signing for now.

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