Withdrawal
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Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Lancaster, pa
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Withdrawal
I need help so bad, I have no medical insurance and I can't work while I'm sick. The restless leg and arms everything withdrawal brings. The things that go thru my mind trying to get clean having withdrawal symptoms are unbearable.
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Hi helpmegod - welcome 
not sure what you're withdrawing from but I think a doctor is never a bad idea, especially if you feel poorly.
There are a lot of free or low cost clinics around - if there's one in your local area you might get some medical advice there?
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not sure what you're withdrawing from but I think a doctor is never a bad idea, especially if you feel poorly.
There are a lot of free or low cost clinics around - if there's one in your local area you might get some medical advice there?
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Welcome Helpme. You've found a wonderful place. Keep reading and posting here and we will help you feel less anxious.
I hope you can get some medical help for the symptoms. Once you're through withdrawing, you never have to go back there again. Glad you found us.
I hope you can get some medical help for the symptoms. Once you're through withdrawing, you never have to go back there again. Glad you found us.
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Join Date: Nov 2012
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So sorry you can't afford to see a doctor! I remember having restless leg syndrome when I kicked the anti-anxiety pills...it was bad. It was my toes too, I ended up having to tape them together or I couldn't sleep...toes and legs believe it or not. A long hot bath and stretching before bed helped too. I hope you're doing okay. hugs.
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Join Date: Dec 2011
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Hi Helpmegod,
Sorry to hear about your predicament. If you have no health insurance and no money you should be able to see a doctor in your local city hospital. It may mean waiting for a while in outpatients but by law they have to see you. If you need a prescription filled they will usually give you a couple of days worth free of charge and then the Social Worker can help find a pharmaceutical company that will provide the medication free of charge. You can always ring your hospital and ask to speak to a Social Worker who should be able to point you in the right direction. Good luck!
Sorry to hear about your predicament. If you have no health insurance and no money you should be able to see a doctor in your local city hospital. It may mean waiting for a while in outpatients but by law they have to see you. If you need a prescription filled they will usually give you a couple of days worth free of charge and then the Social Worker can help find a pharmaceutical company that will provide the medication free of charge. You can always ring your hospital and ask to speak to a Social Worker who should be able to point you in the right direction. Good luck!
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Originally Posted by Helpmegod 
I need help so bad, I have no medical insurance and I can't work while I'm sick. The restless leg and arms everything withdrawal brings. The things that go thru my mind trying to get clean having withdrawal symptoms are unbearable.
Also, if you have no money or health insurance and you are diagnosed as being an alcoholic you may qualify for Medicaid. Speak to a Social Worker.
Powerless over Alcohol
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Trudging the Road to Happy Destiny!
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I am here in the states. And have just walked in the ER for help. Without a dollar to my name. They must help you with or without the ability to pay..
Just go.
Just go.
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Originally Posted by dragon12
Also, if you have no money or health insurance and you are diagnosed as being an alcoholic you may qualify for Medicaid. Speak to a Social Worker.
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