Some years back I was told that I no longer could take anti inflammatories because of the damage that they could do to my kidneys. My kidneys were starting to show I had 3rd stage kidney disease while I was taking the anti inflammatories to help my arthritis throughout my body. I had finally found a prescription medicine that helped me. I had to go off of the meds and when they tested my kidneys again they showed normal levels. I was told I no longer could use what had been working for me.
They said I could take pain medication such as OxyContin. I was worried about taking something that I could become addicted to. She said they would monitor me and that I was only able to take so much in a day. It didn't help like the other meds I had been on. I was taking 2 pills a day.
When I went into the doctor for a checkup a couple months later, I was asked to fill out a form and sign something, I didn't think anything about it. I saw where I needed to sign that I didn't take any other drugs and one was cannabis. By the way the HMO at the time was against doctors giving out cannabis certifications. I had been a long time cannabis user, they wanted me to take a drug test. I panicked and didn't want to take the test.
When I left the office I didn't go to the lab for a test. Evidently that was something new in the state. Not only does the test check for other drugs such as cannabis but it makes sure you are actually using your pain medication and not selling it. Everyone is treated like a drug addict or they are selling drugs.
I called the doctor's office and told them I decided not to take the pain medication. I said I was worried about becoming addicted.
I eventually went into another doctor and paid out of pocket to get a medical cannabis certification.
Thank you for sharing Carol, I have always respected your posts, and always enjoy your advice through experience.
I'm just devastated that my old Doctor retired.
This man knew his stuff, he could pin a "pill seeker" from real patients with ease.
I always complied with all his Urinalysis policies, as Cannabis is legal in Colorado, amended into State Law. (Medical and Recreational)
However, he tested to ensure I was taking my prescriptions correctly, and for
real illegal drugs.
But, Doctors that run these types of clinics, have one goal, hook patient with just barely enough medication for 4 weeks, demand THC free urinalysis...
The main goal is Money, patient retention without "ruffling" the attention of the DEA.
The Doctors main priority is maintaining their license, The patient comes in 2nd or 3rd.
He
did require that I maintain a up to date MMJ Card, which also requires the approval of the Colorado Board of Health. Once my application reaches them, they consider my Condition, my prescriptions and medical/pharmacy records.
I'm seriously considering dropping my pain medication, especially if I am forced to be a slave to the system. Treated as a drug addict that needs monitoring ...
It will suck, but I always told myself...
If this drug changes my character in any way..... Fuck that.
I have dedicated many many years of educating myself, learning the qualities and capability of this sacred plant that has been utilized in conjunction with Opiates for thousands of years prior to modern day medicine.
I will not be treated as a damn addict..
Every damn pill count I've had years ago have had a bit extra in there
every time ... The Nurse who counted them would always say..
"You are our only patient that not only brings in what they are supposed to have, but extra?? With your pain levels?" "Truly unique "
I think it's time I try to drop these damned pills anyway.
It will most likely be one of the most daunting tasks I've ever tried...
But, i will persevere, emerge victorious and no longer be a damn slave.
I best get to making me a bunch of Bubble Hash now.. Hash caps too.
