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Warning about pain meds
« on: Aug 9th, 2006, 6:51pm » |
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I know, I know those of us who use pain meds swear that they give us some quality of life. I have been on vicodin for over a year now. My refill wasn't mailed until yesterday-the VA was late on that-and I am in day three without pain meds. Withdrawl sucks. And I thought I was not dependent. My body thinks diffrently.
Here's what its like for those who haven't had the pleasure yet. First, you know the creepy crawlies you can get from Imitrex? Those, plus jittery, plus nauseous, plus cold sweats, plus can't sleep, plus tongue feels numb and food has no taste, plus can't focus or concentrate (excuse the spelling errors).
I checked it out on the web-once you get past the detox clinic ads-guess this is some pretty serious stuff. I called the VA clinic-they said if I still felt bad tomorrow to come in. Frankly, if I can stick it out through this detox, I'm not taking that stuff again. If I can't handle it, I'll go in and start a taper off.
There are alot of folks on this board who warned me, and have consistently said narcotics are a bad idea. I didn't listen-thought they were being judgemental. To them I owe an apology-y'all were right (Linda, and Cathi and Nani, et al)
Listen, if you are on pain meds and they are helping, just remember that they are not as innocous as they seem. I felt buzzed.
Also, check out Flash's thread (actually its LeLimeys' thread) on "Can CHs be managed?"
Now that all that is said, please, friends, not even one "I told ya so" okay? I'm hurtin enough right now.
PFDAN y'all,
kathy
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #1 on: Aug 9th, 2006, 6:56pm » |
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Excelent post, Kathy....lets hope others will read your words and learn.
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It is up to YOU to educate yourself and then help your doctor plan your treatment. If you just sit down in front of your doctor and say "make me better" you are setting yourself up for a great deal of pain.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #2 on: Aug 9th, 2006, 7:11pm » |
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Superb post Kathy, and a very brave one too.
No I told you so's from me either hon, we all learn some lessons in our own way. I'm just so sorry you're going through this now.
If you need anyone to talk to or you want to vent just im me, I'll call anytime okay? We all help each other get through here, its what makes this place so magical 
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #3 on: Aug 9th, 2006, 8:15pm » |
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Thanks for the report. I have had experiences with pain meds too. Who can blame you. Most of us would do anything for relief or any sort of normal life. Have you tried alternative therapy ie clusterbusters. I am starting this week. Never thought I would do it but after some experiences with traditional meds it can't get worse.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #4 on: Aug 9th, 2006, 8:20pm » |
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[quote author=rickyshot link=board=meds;num=1155163893;start=0#3 date=08/09/06 Have you tried alternative therapy ie clusterbusters. I am starting this week. [/quote]
I have started too. After a little trial and error it seems to be working. Three days with no ha. Which for me is very good.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #5 on: Aug 9th, 2006, 8:25pm » |
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on Aug 9th, 2006, 8:20pm, lashultz wrote: Three days with no ha. Which for me is very good.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #6 on: Aug 9th, 2006, 8:33pm » |
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It does sneek up on you .I had the same thing a year back when I had my knee rebuilt . I started taking the pain meds and after a month the doctor said I should be ok without but ,I NEEDED them lol not realy funny but I can laugh now .Best wishes from me to you on your withdrawl .
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #7 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 9:55am » |
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Thanks for the report, Kathy. I'm sorry you're struggling with this, but it will be worth the effort in the long run.
Good luck with whatever you decide to try in the future. hugs and pf wishes, nani
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #8 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 11:09am » |
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So sorry to read this, Kathy. We're here however you need us to be ok? Even if that just means sitting quietly by you, holding your hand. You CAN get through this. I admire your bravery and honesty for posting this. Thank you.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #9 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 12:41pm » |
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So, night three of withdrawal-WIDE AWAKE at until 3 am-really bad for clusters-got hit hard-Kip 8 or 9-sucked down some O2 and rocked really hard...if I'd a had some Zomig-(which I don't because that hasn't arrived yet either)couldn't have taken it cause my body is too unstable (racing heart beat, fluctuating blood pressure)finally feel asleep @3:30 and woke up WIDE AWAKE at 5 a.m with a Kip 6. Sorry guys, I couldn't handle both. I went into the VA and got enough vicodin to get through til I see my doc on Monday. I will be tapering off by 1 tablet every other day-God I feel like such a failure, but I just couldn't do this anymore. Once I am totally off this crap-within one month-I will never take it again.
So my advice to others-if you decide to take pain meds, realize that you are probably going to be physically dependent on them, that you should not stop suddenly, and that withdrawal totally sucks.
You really should taper off.
After one month-I will defintely be ready to try clusterbusters!
PFDAN y'all,
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #10 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 12:45pm » |
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I forgot to mention...y'all are such a blessing to me, I really don't know what I would have done without the support and prayers and vibes from y'all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. (Aw crap, now I'm crying)
PFDAN y'all
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #11 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 1:01pm » |
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Kathy, you're SO not a failure, NOR do you have any requirement to apologize. I'm sorry you had such a tough night. Now, dry your tears, straighten your back and feel the strength of this army behind you. Deal?
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #12 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 1:03pm » |
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(Sound of kathy sucking in snot)
Deal.
Thanks friends.
kathy
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #13 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 1:04pm » |
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oh my gosh that sounds hideous...disregard the sound of snot sucking.
please
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #14 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 1:06pm » |
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LMAO -see? You still got it, darlin! 
Isn't laughter through tears just the best emotion there is?
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #15 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 1:11pm » |
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Why, Scarlet, I do believe y'all are right about that. Hope all y'all have a good day.
(I really do talk like that sometimes, ya know)
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #16 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 1:22pm » |
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LMAO... you are so NOT a failure, kathy. We're here for you and we stand with you. I sometimes have to suck snot when I laugh too hard, too. Oh...and cross my legs.
BTW... Lee....YAY!!!!!!!!! Glad to hear it, bro.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #17 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 1:49pm » |
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Kathy Your post is so helpful and just strengthens my decision to clusterbust. Oh please God let it work. Anyhoo having been down the road of narcotics before I agree with the tapering. And yes I have wimped out before when nothing else was available. WEnt to ER and got morphine for a kip 10. Who wouldn't is the question. You are NOT a failure. This is not a contest but a quest for some semblance of a normal life and free from pain.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #18 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 3:57pm » |
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Hey Kathy,
Hope your doing well with the withdrawl. Any junkie knows to have a stash for such times, you need to get with the program.....just kidding. I had a hell of a time with the xanax, so I can relate. Cold turkey can dangerous so be careful.(wear a helmet)..all the best to ya
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #19 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 6:07pm » |
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thanx bbz...  ...wear a helmet!....that's what I did wrong!
PFDAN to you John!
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #20 on: Aug 10th, 2006, 11:43pm » |
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dont be so hard on yourself, when you have so much pain, we have to do what we have to do just to get thru it, i hope the withdrawal isnt too bad, take care
radha
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #21 on: Aug 11th, 2006, 3:59am » |
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Kathy,
I'm so sorry that you're hurting right now... Thank you so much for sharing your story with all of us. It took guts. I hope that you'll feel better soon.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #22 on: Aug 11th, 2006, 7:30pm » |
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Wow.. Dose of reality. Good Job. I am one of us that does get some relief from Stadol. I so far have been fortunate I really fear abusing it but for me the fear of not having it when I need it helps keep me in line at least so far.
Good Vibes and lots of Cluster luv!
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #23 on: Aug 12th, 2006, 12:03am » |
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I'm sorry you had to go through that Kathy. One thing about pain meds, is your body does become dependent. I know you didn't have any choice, but one thing is, never just stop any pain meds when you've been on them for a long time. Your doc will help you wean you off them, as you are doing now.
Good luck with the alternative, I hope it works for you.
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Re: Warning about pain meds
« Reply #24 on: Aug 12th, 2006, 12:43am » |
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you have to do what you have to do to get thru the pain, its not your fault, i reallly the withdrawal isnt too rough, take care and wish you the best
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