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Originally Posted by Impurrfect  (((Ksos)))
Although I am fortunate to not have to deal with chronic pain, I was a nurse for 12 years and knew many people who did.
I agree with nandm...it's not like you can adjust it to get more. I also know of several people with severe pain that were on pretty big doses of morphine and you would never know it. They were able to go on with their lives and not be in constant pain. I honestly think that when you're pain is relieved, your MORE able to work on recovery issues. Yes, it's a risk, but it looks like you've thought this out and done research and gotten second opinions.
I wish you the best!
Hugs and prayers!
Amy |
Wow! Thanks, Amy, for another truism. My recovery will be central in my life, as I will be able to think, focus, and not be distracted by this burning, killer pain.
I know there are folks here that probably have very different views on this, and please, just because I am for this procedure, I would welcome any other "ESH" or even diametrically opposed positions. I promise that as long as we mutually respect each other, anything can be discussed as adults!
MY MD said what you did, Amy. The pump eliminates the negative symptoms of the narcotic--I mean, I nod out at my computer sometimes or leave my laundry downstairs for days! I cannot live like this anymore, and yes, I have done incredible amounts of research on this procedure as well as the actual effectiveness of the pump...
Thank you, Amy and right back at you with the hugs!
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