Your doctor should treat you as a whole person first, not a DA, You would not be here on Neuro talk, if you didn't have some real issues with pain. In fact I know of noone, ever to try to get medications, unless the need was great for some quality of life.
If you arn't being treated fairly, even though it is a pain to do, seek another professional that has some empathy. That empathy also goes along way toward your own confidence in your doctor. It works both ways. Medical help is a two way street. You deserve to be treated correctly and with respect. I really hope this all works out for you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. ginnie