Confession time
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Ok, so most of you know me by now, and I've confessed to a lot of things on here, but this one is something I'm really ashamed to mention.
I've gone and got myself 'addicted' to pain medication. Codeine specifically. Initially I took it to help me sleep at night. Sigh. I have myofacial pain syndrome as well as PMR.
No wonder I'm depressed, eh? Throw in pred and Lyrica (another pain medication that makes you drowsy) and it's no wonder I'm not motivated to do anything - I'm drugged to the eyeballs all day.
I know I need to tell my Dr, I know I need to get off it, but like all "drug addicts" the thought of doing so scares the hell out of me.
I'm currently taking 4 tablets of 15mg codeine/500mg paracetomol three times a day. That equates to 6mg of paracetomol a day! OMG!
I KNOW this will cause liver damage, if it hasn't already, so no need for the lectures, thanks.
I'm only mentioning this so that if any one else has found themselves on the slippery slope they know they are not alone.
I also hope that by actually telling someone (everyone) that I confront my problem and actually do something about it.
It's time I fixed this one.
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FlipDover_Aust
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So I 'confessed' to my rhuemy yesterday. He just laughed at me and said "don't worry about it" Phew! LOL I am going to get off the damned things however.
Interestingly, I am 'officially' having another major flare - with my CRP higher than it's ever been.
I'll start a new post about what's coming up next..... New plan, new drugs....
Silver49 FlipDover_Aust
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What a lovely reaction from your rheumy but sorry to hear about your flare and hope that it doesn't set you back too much.
Susanne_M_UK FlipDover_Aust
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What a relief that your rheumy reacted in a human and understanding way. As for the flare, you've been under a lot of pressure, mentally at least, going back to work. Will read your new post when it's up.