How To Tell A Doctor That The Pain Meds Your On Isnt Working
UpdatedI have sever chrons disease plus moderate to severe ankonyls spondylitis and moderate ra none of the bilogic have helped and my pain doctor has me on 3 perc 7.5/325 how do tell my doctor that the medication doesn't bring the down enough or last long enough without looking like a junkie
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Hello, Ghost! How are you? I'm very sorry that you're in pain.
It would be best to be honest with your doctor about your pain levels, so they know the medication isn't alleviating it, but avoid asking for any particular medication as an alternative. That's what many people do that raises red flags with most doctors. Since they are the ones that have gone to medical school, they usually expect to be the one to suggest the treatment options.
The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation.
Does anyone else have any ideas or advice to offer?
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