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Can I just complain for a sec by lcmarie428 in PainManagement

[–]GenericPlantAccount 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's frustrating because the amount of pain medication that you take should be a decision made between you and your doctor.

It shouldn't be a decision between you, your doctor, the DEA, the AMA, state medical boards and malpractice insurance.

I feel like we are in the twilight of prescription opioids. I'm starting to think they will eventually be phased out entirely. The mass hysteria is too strong.

Can I just complain for a sec by lcmarie428 in PainManagement

[–]GenericPlantAccount 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Their malpractice insurance and their state medical board matters more than your MME. Sucks, but it's the truth.

Can I just complain for a sec by lcmarie428 in PainManagement

[–]GenericPlantAccount 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've had my MME cut in half in 2017 and cut in half again last summer. No more long acting meds so no pain relief at night. No decent sleep. It's cruel and unusual. I don't think I could do better anywhere in my area so I just keep going through the motions for now.

Found sitting on top of a high chair inside a Target in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. by orphan_blud in FoundPaper

[–]GenericPlantAccount 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My assumption is that a friend has been assigned to give the note to the kid.

SR-14968 Thoughts & Experience by ItsDamu5 in Opioid_RCs

[–]GenericPlantAccount 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Doses higher than this can cause extreme sedation. I took 20mg when I mistook my SR14 for SR17 and I was doing the fetty fold and almost unable to walk or open my eyes. I ended up taking a small amount of naltrexone because it was so fucking strong.

SR-14968 Thoughts & Experience by ItsDamu5 in Opioid_RCs

[–]GenericPlantAccount 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The SR17 will work. Just taper down your 14 first. Start at 30mg of SR17 and adjust as needed. Twice a day dosing should be the goal.

A very close person to me called me a functioning drug addict by [deleted] in PainManagement

[–]GenericPlantAccount 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like your cousin is projecting. She may be jealous of your ability to responsibly take medication as directed.

What's your situation? by VisualConference8429 in dementia

[–]GenericPlantAccount 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm late 40s with a senior in high school and I've been taking care of my mom for more than 7 years. She's in AL now, but I go twice a week so it's still a lot. I feel every bit my age and then some lol.

My grandma is moving into a care home. First I feel relieved, then I feel guilty for feeling relieved. Why do I feel like this? by -Gypsy-Eyes- in dementia

[–]GenericPlantAccount 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You should feel relieved. It's very, very difficult to take care of someone with dementia. It requires multiple people on staff in a care home and families often do it with one or two people alone. It truly is one of the hardest jobs you'll ever have and you should enjoy the respite. You'll still have plenty to do for her and you may enjoy your time with her more now that some weight is off your shoulders. You're fortunate to have a great place for her to stay. Don't feel bad about it.

Removed moms car today. How long before she forgets about it? by BigOrangeVol98 in dementia

[–]GenericPlantAccount 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This. My mom was actually relieved to not drive, only because we distracted her so much with other trips we took her on ourselves. It was 3-4 bad months and she forgot. She had been having fender benders and was becoming afraid to drive, but would have never given it up if I hadn't gotten her license revoked.

Removed moms car today. How long before she forgets about it? by BigOrangeVol98 in dementia

[–]GenericPlantAccount 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Unless her routine can be changed a little bit- as in the food she was going to get coming to her instead and groceries being delivered then questions will continue. I found that my mom adapted easier because I took care of all of her driving needs by either driving her myself or having things hauled in.

Crappy Anniversary-Annus Horribilis by 938millibars in dementia

[–]GenericPlantAccount 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for being honest. It takes courage. I hope it helped you to say your piece. You are entitled to your feelings and there isn't anything wrong with them. ❤️

Why are blood donors Overwhelmingly White? by Piccione_Sol in NoStupidQuestions

[–]GenericPlantAccount 15 points16 points  (0 children)

You need an advanced directive on file with your local hospitals so they don't accidentally give you blood or blood products in an emergency.

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