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Subject: Re: Question Topic Area: AlcoholismPosted by T.M. on August 04, 1999 at 01:31:32Recently I had a reaction to alcohol that was not characteristic of myself. I am not a big drinker-usually socially or with friends. Therefore, I don't have what one would call a tolerence of steel. However, I have developed somewhat of a tolerance. I generally drink 2-3 wine glasses of wine- or mix drinks. The most I have ever drunk in one setting is almost half a bottle of Alize and about 5 Jack Daniel Down Home Punch- the hardest liquor I have ever drunk is jamaican rum and coke probably about 5 classes. At no time have I ever passed out. I am 5'8 160 pds/female. The other night I had 3 glasses of chardonney- actually 2 1/2 because I didn't drink all of the third. The reaction I had was, I completely lost my memory of that night.The next morning I was informed of the events that had transpired the previous night, I was talkative and dancing..this has never happen before..could there have been a drug in my drink? If so what kind? This occurred on Sat night it is now Wednesday? Would the drug still be in my system and show up in a blood test? I am very concerned- it frightens me that I have no memory- and basically at the end of the night I passed out. This has never happen even when I have drunk larger quanities of alcohol. Even when I have drunk the most alcohol, the next morning I might have a hangover-headache,I still remember what transpired the previous night, etc. but no memory period- that's odd. Is this possible or does this sound like file play-I thought I saw my drinks being prepared, but is there anything else that could have gotten into my system either via drinks or rubbing my hand, etc? Please advise!!!!
Posted by SA, M.D. - HVMA on August 15, 1999 at 09:03:53 You have described a blackout and I cannot explain why it occurred when it did. It is quite possible that you drank more than you recall. For more about blackouts, take a look at http://www.headdocs.com . Blackouts are a sign that you are drinking too much, and anyone who has experienced a blackout should cut back or stop altogether. See the above URL for information to help you determine which of those approaches is best for you. DrSteve This information is for general medical education purposes only. Please consult your physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition. keywords: alcohol, drinking, blackout, blackouts
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