HAve anyone here ever came across a story like this as in my case?????

[trinikimmi]

My boyfriend has been drinking beers like heineken and soo nearly everyday for the past 3 years....... on monday he had some severe abdominal pains and wound up in the ICU of the hospital the next day.... he's been in ICU since and he cant eat they feed him through tubes and about on wednesday he had breathing problems and now is friday and he has been set up on an oxygen machine.... WHat is happening?? what could the problem be??? how severe is this problem???? i need answers can some one help me PLZZZZ!!!!!

[trinikimmi]

okay tanxx... its sunday and he's still in ICU... they sedated him again........

[rod44]

Ok well the fact he is responding is good, in situations like this the following 48 hours after admission to hospital are crucial, if there is no improvement then it can be a cause for concern, the fact that he is improving is very positive. Right now is not the time to worry if this is drink related or not.
You mentioned  that he was sedated, the reason for this is to give the body witch is weakened by his illness a chance to recover, he would be prone to infections as well so they may restrict visiting so dont be alarmed if they do.  
rod

[trinikimmi]

he is 22 and has been drinkin alot for about 3 yrs, he doesnt eat properly but drinks soft drinks and beers... he was sedated yesterday.... but he is responding up to tonite...

[rod44]

Typo error that should be patent confidentiality not patent continuality sorry.

[rod44]

Hi trinikimmi,

Ok first your bf is in good hands, it can be frightening to see people on all these machines but they are helping him by easing his breathing and making him comfortable so as to aid his recovery from whatever illness he has.
I  think the only one who can truly answer your question is the staff working in the ICU department.
Try and have a chat with a nurse but remember they are issues here concerning patent continuality so they may not be able to give you any information..

This may or may not be due to alcohol., alcohol can be a contributing factor in aggravating some illness, has your BF any medical issues or is he taking any medication. Dose he use recreational drugs.
What age is your bf?
rod