Addiction Transfer

Scott, Thanks for the heads up.  I don't seem to have developed any issues yet, but I'm only 19 weeks out.  I have not had any alcohol since the end of December.  I had my surgery in early January. I do miss when I don't exercise and have my daily walk.  Maybe I am getting satisfied with the feelings I get from exercise itself. Before surgery I did enjoy wine very much--especially with meals.  However, I never abused alcohol.  I hope that I can still have a glass of wine in the future occasionally.

Scott, Quite possible this is not a case of transfer, but continuance. He may have drunk a lot before, but because of the change in the anatomy, the alcohol hits him differently...much quicker and stronger. I know I simply can't handle it like I did pre-op, and I was a pretty sturdy drinker.  Now, a couple of good Scotches, I'm like I had 6-7 pre-op!!! I'm guessing all government agencies have programs that your coworker needs to be directed to before he loses his job. Best of luck to him. Dennis