Pain Medication Cut Downs (Page 7)

Is it just me or is all the pain management docs trying to cut everyone down or back!!?? When I went to my last visit the doc had the nerve to ask me if I still needed my Oxymorphone 20mg ER (56). I was like YEAH, what do you think?! This is after they closed down for 3 months and I had to switch to Subutex to not get sick. And I got dropped from the 30mg oxymorphone. And by the way the 20'mgs are garbage. Then my doc asked me to get an MRI on my lower back, which I did the month prior. It just goes to show what a dumb ass he is and how they're so not in tune to what is going on! All they want to do is lower and lower your meds. Has anyone else had their doc try and taper them down or try and lower your stuff? By the way, I'm in south FL.

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Re: Jack175 (# 117)

Hey Jack whats the name of the medication that your taking? And is it put in the cheek or under the tongue? Is it pricy or is there a generic? Please let me know thankd in advance

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Re: Rawdog (# 120)

Hey Rawdog, it's called Belbuca and you stick the wafer to the inside of you cheek. It's pricey, but my insurance picks it up. I don't think there's a generic yet. With insurance $8.40

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Re: Lizzy dizzy (# 115)

Ok, so you chose to get on Subutex to avoid getting sick after you lost your last PM Dr. right? You also thought that it was for treating pain, but you found out that it didn't work. But your pain is so bad that you need some relief, so you can work, and live a normal life!

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Re: Jack175 (# 122)

Hi,
No I do not work. I haven't worked in 10 years. I don't know what a normal life is. I just do the best I can do jack.

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Re: Jack175 (# 118)

Hi,
No I do not work. I haven't worked in 10 years. I don't know what a normal life is. I just do the best I can do jack.

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Re: focked (# 101)

C'mon Focked, don't even think about going there... We'll find a place!!

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Re: Jack175 (# 118)

Hi Jack....
I did explain what happened with my pain doctor. And the family member that lived in my home. It was horrible.

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Re: Lizzy dizzy (# 124)

Lizzy, What I meant by saying you could work and have a normal life, was, that by being pain free and not having to concentrate on pain, that you'd be able to do anything you want. I'm 2 years younger than you, and I'm able to get motivated again and get work done on my farm. That's what I'm hoping you receive, the ability to live the life that you normally live :)

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Re: Jack175 (# 126)

Hi,
Sorry about that. That would be a dream come true, if that happens for me. Thank you Jack. I'm glad you're doing great.

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Re: Jack175 (# 119)

You're just a doll Jack. Thank you. :)

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Re: Jack175 (# 126)

I got nothing but pain! New pain specialist visit yesterday was a bust

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Re: Lizzy dizzy (# 130)

So how are you going to approach your pain MGT Dr.?

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Re: Rawdog (# 121)

So what are your thoughts on this, Rawdog?

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Re: Jack175 (# 131)

Oh Jack...
I have no clue yet, I've been thinking about this for the last 3 days. I just called my old pain doctors office and the girls are going to give me a few things they think I need. They were always good to me. And thought I got a bad rap. I know pain doctors here every excuse and lie in the book, I get that. But real things happen in real life to people.
If you can think of anything let me know please. :)

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Lizzy dizzy (# 132) --

Well, I've lost a few PM's and it can be as simple as, "It was just to tough driving there" or" My new insurance has more benefits"
Your most likely going to just have a form to fll out, so

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Re: Jack175 (# 133)

Thoughts on what exactly the Belbuca or this lady's situation with a new pain management doc?

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Re: Rawdog (# 136)

Her PM situation.

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Re: Lizzy dizzy (# 134)

How are ya doin today Lizzy?

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Re: Rawdog (# 136)

Hey Rawdog, Her situation, but it's like pulling teeth to find out what the issue is

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Re: Rawdog (# 136)

Hi,
Hope you're having a great day, what would you like to know about my situation? I'll try my best to explain it. Thanks. Have a great day.

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