In pain and depressed

[gizmolove]

Well today is day 4 with no relief from pain, I was taking suboxone for about a year, and I took my last 2mg pill 4 days ago on Saturday. Last night I had to drink 5 drinks just to sleep, and I only got about 2 hours. I've been up since 430 this morning, and I know I just have to deal with it, but the thought of buying some pills off the street has crossed my mind more than once. I also have spinal stenosis and shoulder problems, so I do have real pain issues that I am dealing with. To be honest, the pain is what is driving me crazy. I am only having slight withdrawal symptoms from the suboxone as I was on a low dose. I just don't know how I can live in this much pain and be a productive person,

[liscamdave]

Well, I would try and seek an alternative to pain medicine. All you would be doing is reigniting your addiction with something else. I would try and find out about other methods to help with your pain. I know they are out there. You are doing great though, so don't cave in and keep it up. You can def do it. Sub is hard to detox from and if you are having minimal w.d thank the lord. Congrats..

[amy1227]

Hi,
I know this is a difficult time for you.  What pain meds were you using?  I also have pain issues and am currently seeing an addictionologist and my primary doctor has prescribed different meds (non-narcotic) to help me with my chronic pain issues.  Are you seeing any doctor to follow up with your weaning off the suboxone?  This is very important because your body is going through alot of changes and it's important to be monitored.  Also, are you going to any meetings for your addiction? If you need to chat, please message me.
Amy