Jane,
Hi, I am an addict with almost 6 years recovery from opiates.
Even if you are not posting I hope you are reading. I encourage you to go to detox. It is so much safer to WD under medical supervision. You are not the first to go through this nor will you be the last. There are perscribed regimens that can be followed to help you have the minimum of symptoms during WD. It is a blessing you have a husband who is willing to help, but to put on him the burden of worrying about "what if.." as you WD is not fair.
Some of your physical symptoms also indicate a causae for concern and in a detox center you will be monitored very closely.
Please find an NA group and go. You will be so grateful you did. There you will find support and compassion to help you through.
