How to Talk to Your Doctor About Pain Pill Abuse
No one sets out to become addicted to pain pills, but it happens all the time. Everyday more and more people become addicted, and for many, it starts with pain pill abuse that begins with a prescription.
What many people don’t understand, is that even if you take pain pills exactly as prescribed, you can still become addicted. And for those with chronic pain, this is a real risk, and causing this demographic to become a growing addiction statistic.
While it can be frightening to talk to your doctor about the addictive medications you take, it’s shown to not only benefit the doctor-patient relationship, but also improve overall health and can lead to addiction interventions before things get too bad.
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Broaching the Topic
While it may be scary, talking to your doctor about your pain pill abuse is one of the easiest ways to find the treatment you need. Depending on the reasons behind your prescription, your condition, and the amount of pills you’re taking, you and the doctor can work together to find a solution.
When it comes to actually telling your doctor, don’t beat around the bush. Instead, be upfront and honest, and explain that you’re worried about the amount of pills you’re taking. Say that you think it may be a problem. The doctor’s not going to call the police or tattle to your spouse. He or she’s going to assist you in getting the help you need without judgement or ridicule. Remember, you’re not the first person addicted to pain pills your doctor’s seen and you won’t be the last.
If you’re addicted to prescription pills and ready for recovery, call 888-959-0638 for help.
Underlying Health Issues
Your doctor won’t judge or ridicule you for abusing pain pills.
Another important reason to inform your doctor about pain pill abuse is so he or she understands your health issues. For instance, if you’re constantly complaining about constipation and your physician doesn’t know you’re abusing opiates, the doctor may not be able to figure out the problem.
Also, other, nonrelated health conditions may be complicated due to prescription drug abuse. When your doctor knows about these issues, he or she can educate you about the consequences and an action plan can be developed.
Handling the Future
If you’re not upfront and honest with your doctor, there’s no way for him or her to know about your addiction. And without that knowledge, the doctor’s unable to make educated and informed recommendations regarding your health. The doctor won’t know that pain pills are problematic to you, and may prescribe other narcotics that may lead to addiction. Without a full understanding of your overall well-being, your doctor is trying to solve a puzzle without all the pieces.
Are You Abusing Prescription Pain Pills?
If you’re abusing prescription pain pills or are afraid you may becoming addicted, reach out to your doctor and discuss the issue. If you feel you can’t, there’s still help available. Call 888-959-0638 today to speak to someone who can help assess your addiction to prescription pain pills and help you find the treatment that’s right for you.
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