Approach to Sobriety; confused redux
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Approach to Sobriety; confused redux
Many of you have provided great feedback to my posts the past couple of days. Thanks.
One big issue I have faced is qutting both alcohol (DOC), and dealing with my pain meds. The treatment center wanted me to detox on everything in 7-8 days. Based on my research, this seemed awfully quick, and some of you suggested I check it out with experienced doctors.
Today I was able to meet with my pain specialist and my primary care physician. They both were very encouraging about getting off the alcohol (asap!), but both were equally against this method of dealing with the pain meds. They thought it way too fast, dangerous, and likely, because of all the depressants, anti-anxiety meds, etc., I would have to be on to detox that rapidly, likely to leave me in a mental state not very suitable for other, cognitive, work. (I would really like to see how much I could scale back that medication. I'd really love to see what life without it could be like.) Their position is that I should quit alcohol and then they'd work with me on the oxy.
I'm really trying to do the right thing.
I got back (been a while) to an AA meeting tonight and connected with my previous sponsor, who is very willing to help me. I made a decision and a commitment to just quit the booze. I need to get on with life, and can't do it like this.
One big issue I have faced is qutting both alcohol (DOC), and dealing with my pain meds. The treatment center wanted me to detox on everything in 7-8 days. Based on my research, this seemed awfully quick, and some of you suggested I check it out with experienced doctors.
Today I was able to meet with my pain specialist and my primary care physician. They both were very encouraging about getting off the alcohol (asap!), but both were equally against this method of dealing with the pain meds. They thought it way too fast, dangerous, and likely, because of all the depressants, anti-anxiety meds, etc., I would have to be on to detox that rapidly, likely to leave me in a mental state not very suitable for other, cognitive, work. (I would really like to see how much I could scale back that medication. I'd really love to see what life without it could be like.) Their position is that I should quit alcohol and then they'd work with me on the oxy.
I'm really trying to do the right thing.
I got back (been a while) to an AA meeting tonight and connected with my previous sponsor, who is very willing to help me. I made a decision and a commitment to just quit the booze. I need to get on with life, and can't do it like this.
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Hi,
I have no advice to offer about the meds, but I wish you well as you seek a clean and sober life.
If it was me, I would detox from the alcohol and drugs (I am a recovering alcoholic) at the same time. Being clear-minded and able to really feel, is the best!
I have no advice to offer about the meds, but I wish you well as you seek a clean and sober life.
If it was me, I would detox from the alcohol and drugs (I am a recovering alcoholic) at the same time. Being clear-minded and able to really feel, is the best!
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Only you and your doctors and a therapist can make the final decision, you need to do what is best for you. I just know a drug is a drug is a drug...getting sober is great...i just do not know how rehab would go for the drugs...they are addicting and can lead back to alcohol..Whatever you do, it will be the best ..you are doing all the research and asking questions....that makes you prepared...God bless and best wishes, keep us uptodate on your progress...
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