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Korsakoff's syndrome

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I was diagnosed with korsakoff's syndrome in September 2011 at the age of 41. I am now 48 and being a women am now in my menopause. My temperror of late is awful and I live with my parents and brother. Everything lately seems to make my temper flare although I have never lashed out at anyone I am sure it will happen soon. I wish I had someone to talk to about this or if there were any organisations that could give me any helpful advise. Thanks !!

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  • karen36196
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    I to unfortunately I have hit the bottle again so it's back o had kos coff but stopping drinking reverses it

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      Korsakoff's can kill you if it is left untreated or you do indeed start abusing alcohol again ! Stopping and starting does actually do more damage and that's when no treatment will help you either. Unfortunately you have a huge choice to make and fingers crossed you seriously start thinking about your future WITHOUT drinking I would say I found that decision difficult but it was the easiest decision to make ! I prefer life as bored as I do get sometimes. I am now a grandmother and every day I tell myself was it worth it ! No it wasn't and although I am living with Dimentia and other health issues due to drinking my life is really really good and I don't ever think about the bottle anymore ! That initial crossroads is difficult but don't give up it can be done !! Trust yourself !!

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