I am an alcoholic. i drink 15 beers every day. would you consider this a health risk in withdrawal?

Not if gradually: Alcohol in unnatural amounts, such as in alcoholic drinks, is toxic to living tissues. An alcohol abuser can safely gradually stop drinking alcohol with the help of her doctor. If no doctor is available at all, she can slowly come off the alcohol... such as weaning down gradually over a one month period, to zero drinks, and then NEVER touch the stuff again. Stay away from people who are drinking.

Yes: If you withdraw suddenly, it may be risky. However, you are on the right track and quit your drinking over a few weeks. Take multivitamin supplements to correct your nutritional deficiencies. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex. Get HPV vaccine

YES: you will need MEDICAL HELP to withdraw!! Seek help at any of the growing # substance abuse hot lines or call your local Hospital for advice...a short in-patient stay may be necessary! Hope this is helpful Dr Z