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I have been drinking heavily for about three years. i am worried i have damaged my health. i have decided to quit all together but am scared?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

Get to a: detox facility and let them manage your quitting, in case you have withdrawal.

Answered 5/7/2016

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A member asked:

I have been drinking heavily for about three years. i am worried i have damaged my health. i have decided to quit all together but am scared?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

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