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03-22-2007, 12:52 AM

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Doogie

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I took my first step today...

Hello,
I have been suffering with chronic neck pain for about 2 and a half years. During that time I developed a dependence on hydrocodone and oxycodone that has turned into full blown addiction. At first I took the pills for their intended purpose but later discovered the euphoric possibilities especially when combined with alcohol. I have been addicted for more than a year and am finally coming to terms with that. I have decided to make a change.
Today I called my Doctor, whom I respect and am very fond of and told him...confessed if you will, that I have been using the pills for more than just pain relief. He was very understanding and immediately wanted to focus on how to recover from my addiction. Telling my Doctor was a very difficult thing to do because of shame and embarassment and I know that my supply has been cut-off. I will be checking into an out-patient rehab program on Monday. Thanks for reading this.
Doogie

03-22-2007, 01:15 AM

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SaTiT

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Hi doogie welcome to SR.

03-22-2007, 01:23 AM

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barb dwyer

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welcome!

03-22-2007, 05:21 AM

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CarolD

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Doogie..... Welcome!

Be strong and brave...you know this is the right thing to do.

03-22-2007, 05:24 AM

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sooobeee

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Admitting your problem to your doctor was a very brave thing to do. I am glad you posted here. Welcome

03-22-2007, 05:25 AM

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jenjoy96

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Welcome!

03-22-2007, 05:38 AM

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Anna

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I am so glad that you have an understanding and caring dr.

Congratulations on taking the first step to take care of yourself.

03-22-2007, 05:59 AM

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parentrecovers

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very nice to meet you, doogie. sounds like you're off to a great start! i admire your courage. blessings, k

03-22-2007, 06:51 AM

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Aysha

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Hi doogie..That took guts. You just cut yourself off. Thats great.

03-22-2007, 07:35 AM

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Missymae737

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Hello Doogie,

What you did took a lot of courage...It took me two years to tell my doctor about my addictions..

Glad you are here, keep posting..

03-22-2007, 03:30 PM

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Dom

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Good for you, and best of luck!

03-22-2007, 03:34 PM

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Golfman

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Doogie,

Welcome to SR. Here you will find the keys to the rest of your life if you're honest, openminded, and willing. Happy to have you.

03-22-2007, 06:24 PM

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1_day@_a_time

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Doogie, we are nearly neighbors. CONGRATS on your honesty & courage!

If you ever want to meet tons of people in recovery, let me know.

I'll introduce you to mega-awesome friends!

Tom

03-23-2007, 12:05 AM

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Doogie

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Thanks to all of you. I have the feeling that I will be needing support starting on Monday and am very anxious yet excited about getting off of the pills.
Peace.

03-23-2007, 04:51 AM

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Rusty Zipper

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doogie, welcome to the wide wide world of recovery... doogie, your do'n the next right thing...

good wishes to you...

see ya on the bus...

xxoo, rz

03-23-2007, 07:46 AM

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wiscgirl30

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Wow it took a lot of strength to tell your doc. Good for you...

03-23-2007, 06:14 PM

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hope3

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Hi Doogie, you are the smartest

person you know right now.......

Bravest to.......

Welcome Doogie, i look forward to

getting to know you, hope3

03-27-2007, 06:02 PM

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1_day@_a_time

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Doogie??

03-27-2007, 06:07 PM

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ayla zaire

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missy is so right..........it's amazingly brave to tell your doctor.............for so many reasons, it is also brave to admit to yourself you have a problem and seek help........the first time i came to this site and confessed that i was an addict, i was shaking and terrified........but it was the best thing i ever did.......i also told my doctor, and he was very understanding..........i think we always imagine the worst, that we will be judged, but in my experience, more people are understanding than we think will be........

good luck, and i'm glad you found us here, you will find a lot of support.....

ayla