I understand your not wanting to take opiates. I was reluctant as well. But finally made the decision to try to take back a little of my life; otherwise, I was hardly able to function with the pain eventually overpowering each day.

Also, becoming addicted was my biggest concern until I finally realized using narcotics, I would became "dependent" on living with less pain. There really is a difference.

Yes, if I tried to stop abruptly taking my meds; I would go into withdrawal. It's really a hard decision; but once I fully realized the difference between addiction and dependent on living with less pain allowing me to make each day more tolerable, the choice became easier resulting in my choosing dependence.

I admire your trying just about every thing you could do to avoid the opiates. I pray you will be able to live a more productive life with less pain. Something most of us are searching and hope to accomplish.


Gerry