Posted 8/23/2013 7:38 PM (GMT 0)
Oh, Syxx, that really stinks. I am SO sorry. Sounds like the guy didn't take you seriously. I know that rules have changed about drugs such as oxy, but still...
I am taking hydrocodone (Lortab) 10 mg 2-3 a day. Lately, I've also had to take two 200 mg ibuprofen, also. I know it's a no-no for diseased livers, and not good for livers in general...but when you are experiencing extreme pain and know that something will help, well... I also don't want to ask for a stronger pain med...due to remote drug abuse, it's just not a good idea. I like them too much.
Fortunately, I did get an appt. with the Neurosurgeon for Sept. 3rd. Prior to that, next Fri., the 30th, I will have an MRI and x-ray of my spine. I hope relief of some kind is not too far into the future.
In your case, you have a lot more back issues and obviously are in much more pain. So I think I'd have to insist on something stronger. You should not have to be made to wait and suffer. And there's a law on the books about that...patients having reasonable relief of pain.
Hugs,
Connie