How do I talk to doctors about pain management as a recovering addict?
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a month agoIm also afraid that the Dr's will not give me pain meds if needed because im a recovering addict. And I feel like I cant even ask without being looked at as such.
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a month agoBeing honest with healthcare providers about addiction history often leads to better, more personalized pain management plans rather than being denied care entirely. Many doctors are trained to work with patients in recovery and can offer alternative pain management strategies or closely monitored medication plans when medically necessary, so having that open conversation about concerns and recovery status can actually help build trust and ensure safer, more effective treatment.
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22 days agoCan you send me a text on my private zangi
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