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Old 09-15-2013, 07:10 PM
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Gottalife
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Originally Posted by jaynie04 View Post
I had an appt with my prescribing doc who mentioned that his wife was a therapist. I made the comment that I wasn't sure that I was comfortable with this, what if I slipped?

"everybody slips" he said.

I told her that I was free of all addictive substances and that I needed to explore ways to deal with my chronic pain issues in a new and healthy way.

She mentioned Lunesta.
Incredible!

I may have lost the power of choice in drink but thank goodness we don't lose the power of choice in doctors. There is nothing wrong with challenging your doctor on these types of issues and if you are not happy with the answer, get a second opinion. Great post, thanks.

God bless,
MikeH.
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