Denied pain meds and in chronic pain! HELP!!!?!
Question: Denied pain meds and in chronic pain! HELP!!!!?
I was in a MVA 6 months ago and was instantly prescribed Vicodin from my PCP, however, these stopped working after about a month and PCP placed me on Percocet 5mg, x's 8 a day!.!.!. I was on these for 5 months being still in chronic pain!. I had a MRI that showed a bulging disc and slight arthritis in lwr!. back (probably from previous accident) and scoliosis!. PCP stated that most people live every day w/a bulging disc and I have to live with it!.!. He cut me down to 2 Percocet a day, as I told him that the AM is the worst for me!. When it was time to refill the script for the Percocet x's 2 a day, they told me that he would not refill it and that I had to come in for appt!. to talk about the pain killers!.!. I was then placed on Darvocet 100mg 1 a day in AM and this has not worked at all!! I live in chronic pain everyday and this has compromised everyhing I can do!. I cannot play w/my daughter like I used to and cannot even do simple chores w/out excruciating pain!. Please help w/any advice!!Www@Answer-Health@Com
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If the Vicodin stopped working that quickly (wow, a month, mine lasted for 7 years)* for you and were than prescribed Percocet and than that didn't help (Which is actually not better for pain but more euphoric) You were probalby given the Darvocets so the withdrawal from the Percocets wouldn't be as bad!. There is no way you could have went cold turkey from those!. For a person that burned Hydrocodone up so quickly, I have no idea what they were thinking giving you Oxycodone which is a fact more addicting as far as the mental need for more!. I think they should have never done that!. They knew the Darvocets wouldn't do a thing but they were weaning you down without telling you!.
My advise!. And I am basing this on the fact that only a one month run of Vicodins didn't help is this; It appears your Doctor realizes that you can get a tolerence extremely quick to opiates!. I know this sounds cruel but the truth of the matter is, if you do get anything stronger, your just gonna need more and more of that and what are you going to do when that doesn't work!? Heroin!?
I have three bulging disc's, degenerative spine disease and i was on 200 mg's of Methadone as prescribed for pain!. I assure you, the pain as a result from physical dependence to these things are gonna be unlike anything you have ever had to deal with!. It is hell and the pain of withdrawal which you are ineviatably going to have to ensue: I assure you; you will cry for the days you had to just deal with your real pain!. Once you develope opiate acuteity, (wrg spell) where everything hurts (And I mean your little toe, every joint, not being able to even get out of bed) because of these drugs, you will really be in a mess!.
*Opiates I beleive for this reason should only be taken as needed and not even as prescribed as in a three times a day dosage!. Had you had taken a Vicodin when you couldn't deal with it, even one a day and skip days I firmly believe you never would have had a problem with them!. It is a shame they don't tell you this!. People that start out on these things must realize that they cannot live pain free by taking these things 24/7!. Look what happened to you!.
A lot of your pain might be directly associated with the absense of these drugs, I can bet my life on it!. You just don't realize it!. And there not gonna tell you this!. You can either go to a pain doctor and get what you need and only take when needed or take NSAID's!. Your doctor is doing what is best for you in your better long term interest!. He in a sense is doing the right thing!. If you don't agree with him or me, find a Doctor that will give you what you want!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
My advise!. And I am basing this on the fact that only a one month run of Vicodins didn't help is this; It appears your Doctor realizes that you can get a tolerence extremely quick to opiates!. I know this sounds cruel but the truth of the matter is, if you do get anything stronger, your just gonna need more and more of that and what are you going to do when that doesn't work!? Heroin!?
I have three bulging disc's, degenerative spine disease and i was on 200 mg's of Methadone as prescribed for pain!. I assure you, the pain as a result from physical dependence to these things are gonna be unlike anything you have ever had to deal with!. It is hell and the pain of withdrawal which you are ineviatably going to have to ensue: I assure you; you will cry for the days you had to just deal with your real pain!. Once you develope opiate acuteity, (wrg spell) where everything hurts (And I mean your little toe, every joint, not being able to even get out of bed) because of these drugs, you will really be in a mess!.
*Opiates I beleive for this reason should only be taken as needed and not even as prescribed as in a three times a day dosage!. Had you had taken a Vicodin when you couldn't deal with it, even one a day and skip days I firmly believe you never would have had a problem with them!. It is a shame they don't tell you this!. People that start out on these things must realize that they cannot live pain free by taking these things 24/7!. Look what happened to you!.
A lot of your pain might be directly associated with the absense of these drugs, I can bet my life on it!. You just don't realize it!. And there not gonna tell you this!. You can either go to a pain doctor and get what you need and only take when needed or take NSAID's!. Your doctor is doing what is best for you in your better long term interest!. He in a sense is doing the right thing!. If you don't agree with him or me, find a Doctor that will give you what you want!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
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If the pain meds aren't working anymore, I strongy suggest trying some alternative medicine instead - some of which is covered by insurance!. A lot of people with chronic pain have success with accupuncture - I have several personal friends who only receive relief from this treatment, and not from the meds!.
You could also try massage or accupressure, but make sure you speak with your doctor to find out if these might exacerbate your current issue, rather than make it better!.
You could also try visiting a Chinese Herbal Shop - they're amazing! I had one guy diagnose my lactose intolerance just by looking at my mouth - and I was in a shop in Scotland where I'd never been before!
Try also researching special diets or clinical trials that might give you stronger meds!.
I'm so sorry you're going through this - I can't even imagine what it's like not being able to play with your daughter!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
You could also try massage or accupressure, but make sure you speak with your doctor to find out if these might exacerbate your current issue, rather than make it better!.
You could also try visiting a Chinese Herbal Shop - they're amazing! I had one guy diagnose my lactose intolerance just by looking at my mouth - and I was in a shop in Scotland where I'd never been before!
Try also researching special diets or clinical trials that might give you stronger meds!.
I'm so sorry you're going through this - I can't even imagine what it's like not being able to play with your daughter!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Have you consulted with an injury lawyer!? You should receive health coverage and care from the car insurance company!. Also, you should be in proper care, not just pain medication but also for treatment from the MVA!. Consult with your PCP to refer you to a medical center that deals with MVA's where a team of medical doctors specialized in pain management and rehabilitation, chiropractors, physical therapists, acupuncturists, etc!. can help manage your pain and get you back on your feet!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
i would talk to your dr about referring you to a chronic pain clinic!. they can do wonders!. i live with bulging disks, arthritis in my back, fibromyalgia!. i received injections in my back for about a year, and then they burned the nerves so they would not carry the "signal"!. it helped alot!. there is help out there, and some without meds!. have you tried a chiropractor!. massage therepy!. my best advice is to find a chronic pain clinic, the only catch is alot of them you need to be referred from your PCP!. they are accustomed to treating and dealing with your kind of problem!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
He is calling you in to check your blood work, check your eyes and observe you for Vicodin addiction or abuse!. It's customary for your Doctor to keep a close eye on his pain program patience!. It is easy to become addicted to Vicodin!. You may ask him to set you up with an Anesthesiologist to evaluate you for a pain program!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
You should try to find a doctor in your area that specializes in pain management!. Together you should explore options beyond medications such as physical therapy and exercise to build up the muscles in your back and take the pressure off the disc and possibly releive any strain caused by the scoliosis!. You should also look into bio feedback type things or chiropracty!. The problem with narcotic medications is that over time a resistance is built along with a high possibility of dependency!. They are not necessarily a good choice for long term therapy!. You may also want to look into taking some type of anti-inflammatory treatment!. Good luck
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If you are that desperate to see a pain management clinician then try going without the referral and insurance route and pay out of pocket!. I know this is probably going to be tough, but if may be necessary!. Same goes for physical therapy!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
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If you are that desperate to see a pain management clinician then try going without the referral and insurance route and pay out of pocket!. I know this is probably going to be tough, but if may be necessary!. Same goes for physical therapy!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
this sounds very much like arthritis, especially the AM pain being the worst!. I have this every day!. Get another opinion about the bulging disc!. Do you have pain down your legs!? If so, get an appt with a neurosurgeon!. I would definitely try taking aleve around the clock (though you will need to wean off the narcotics, dont just stop taking them), with heat especially in the mornings!. I think it's odd that they did not try advil/aleve first!.!.!. also try a chiropractor and see what he/she says!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
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You need to get the phone book!. Look for pain management and call them for an appointment!. You do not always need a doctors referral just make the appointment yourself!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
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Testimonials
"I tried your technique 2 days ago and in minutes an eye condition that has been driving me nuts for a year just left!. This information is a beautiful gift to all of us!."
Sally Shallenberg "
I am not a professional practitioner of EFT!. I am a housewife, mother, and portrait photographer who stumbled on to EFT two years ago, and fell in love with the gentle healing that EFT allows!."
Jack Konrath
"I have used EFT on myself and family members for a variety of quick therapies from shoulder pain to headaches, nausea, and so on!. This method is absolutely invaluable!."
El March, PhD
"My clients have experienced profound & lasting results for weight issues, stress, anxiety, pain, phobias, sports performance, relationship issues, & more!."
Lindsay Kenny
Dr!. Catherine Saltzman
"EFT is a remarkable gift to the world!."
Al Viguerie, PhD
"I have gotten great results with EFT personally, and the results that my patients get are often nothing short of miraculous!."
Ray Mazon, D!.O!.M!.
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