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In some seriousness.
#1
My current request for prayer is very personal and falls under the Western Freak Out, grey zone. My condition is common enough but, varies widely depending on the particular individual in question.
 First, I need to provide the context of my situation.
In 2002 almost to the day, I was at work when a muscle spasm caused my back to lock, I was in tremendous pain and could not stand up straight. I alerted my foreman and he said "you need to go to the ER" being understaffed on second shift, my wife had to come and take me to the old Blowing Rock Hospital ER, further away but quicker and benefited us better due to the fact my wife worked for the attending Physician. Prior to my accident I had been putting up pain in my right leg. Long story short; after X-Raze and an MRI, I was told I had degenerate disc disease in my lower backbackn(<this is what this tablet does randomly) along with osteophytes. So, I got the shots, epidural and PT. I had a consultation with a backologist who told me my chances of a favorable outcome was 50/50 and, although rare, occasionally it made things worse, as it did for my buddy Doc's brother in law. With this in mind I declined having myself surged. My Dr prescribed the NSAID, Celebrex. I told him that me and NSAIDs don't mix butbut(it done it agin!) he suggested that I take Prilosec with the Celebrex. I still got sick with severe abdominal pain that worsened with each dose. Then, after exhausting all other prospects, I was given prescription pain killers. At that time we had baby Graham and soon to premiere, sweetness & light, lil' miss I squall every time you turn your back, Megan. I had to work and to do that I needed  relief from pain.
   As time went on the same condition started in my neck. This brought on a level of pain far greater than the original and stronger pk's, it's a downward spiral and again I had to keep on working even though neck surgeration is usually effective. The trouble with painkillers is that you can't just take one when the pain is bad you must take them on a regular schedule, even if the pain is minimal, or you get sick.
 Taking painkillers as prescribed as I do doesn't make the patient high, it eases pain enough so that you can go about your daily  bidness. Bottom line, I'm a physician created junkie and I'm totally fed up with being dependent on anything other than Christ Alone, Sola Jesus. I have a job to finish by Tuesday evening.
  Wednesday morning, Cold Poultry! I've been here once or twice in the last 16 years when I've exceeded my dosage due to excessive pain. 
  Between hours 24 & 72 is pure hell, after that it slowly gets better.
  I  will do my best to keep you informed as to when I need fervent prayer.
  I will be sick but, resolved to see this bondage busted.
What are ya waitin' fer!? Git praying. With your support God will get Glory.
  Thank you in advance.
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#2
I'm praying. I can't imagine most of this, but I do know about hating pain meds.
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#3
Dear sweet brother of mine!

I lift you up to our Great Physician to gjve you the strength and courage to do as you must.  I pray that His Will be done in whatever all that might be to get you through this and may His Hand both heal and uphold you.  Pain is my partner in this life and since pain meds and i cannot get along, i have never had to walk in your shoes.  My husband has been on percocet for over a decade so i can at least relate.

We all love you!
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#4
Also pray for my wife she bears the brunt of it because she is the med distributor. I needed them for the pain and trust me I mean "no shit" agony at times, curled up fetal position on the floor. I take 30mg Oxycodone every four hours, that's six/day. My sleep patterns are never longer than one four hour stretch from 4:00am-8:00am and then I do whatever I have lined up. I work at something every day but, I can't work to someone elses schedule because I can't stand or sit for eight hours so, I clean vacation homes and do handyman work. It's not full time and I don't make much money. I've thought of SS disability but, that's quitting and I don't quit.
   My son being an athlete and nutrition freak is going to help me experiment with diet and exercise. Along with the Grace of God we'll figger it out. I'm determined to be free of pharmaceutical meds and when I succeed to help others fight for their freedom from the bondage of the "Pain Management" industry to the Glory of God. Amen.
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#5
Yeah, I can't imagine either. I've only gotten the mild stuff so far: minor tendonitis and (new!) sciatica. I can't imagine, either, what I've avoided my staying active and eating pretty decently the last decade or so.

Definitely see what you can do naturally with your son's help.

This might be a good focus point for our group prayer this Wednesday Smile
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#6
I definitely agree with Jay.  When we alert one another of our needs or of those we love, it is essential that we focus on that during these prayer times.  Although we know He is aware of all of our needs, it is always a blessing to be able to lift each other's needs up.
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#7
Yes please. Thursday will be day one. I scoured my memory banks and this will be the third, maybe fourth time I've gone cold ???. The last time was before my surgery because I knew I'd be in more pain afterwards. That was luke warm turkey, I reduced my intake by half for one week prior. 
Michelle will be keeping my remaining meds locked up in a secret location. I have to pick up Megan on Friday at 5:00pm from Upward Bound so, I'll have to take a tablet for that otherwise I would be unable.
SOOOOO..Pray that my wife will volunteer (I'm not going to ask her)
Every time I've tried in the past, excruciating pain has driven me back to the meds. They ONLY way to be successful is through the power of the Spirit. God has to either heal me or block the pain.
There is no power within me that can do it, it has to be heaven sent. 
I call the withdrawal process "the contortions of HELL" ; hot flashes, sweats, chills, cramps, sleeplessness, begging, lots of begging, the Hershey squirts, cussing everything including mayonnaise jars, runny eyes & nose, tossing and turning, self recrimination and laughter. I can make fun at the absurdity of it all. Because, in the end, barring a miracle, I'll be right back where I started, especially if I want and I do sincerely want to keep on working. This evening, I've a summer cottage to clean and tomorrow I have to weedeaterize it's huge steep, terraced back yard, then go home, change the engine & tranny oil and finish cleaning the drive chain on my motorsickle so I can go for a sanity courtesy of creation ride. Well, all rides, on the BRP are Creation Appreciation of the Creator, Word meditatin' and Jesus praisin' rides. Silent praising or you might catch a yummy bug snack!
One more request, Crowns of Light, an acapella gospel quartet made up of  African-American seasoned citizens singing at Bailey's Camp Baptist Church* on Sunday morning. We are "Light heads" and go see them as often as possible. They don't do it for money, it actually costs them! These men understand heart -led and the Spirit is on them. They sing for God's Glory not the accolades of men. Pray for them, that my family and my neighbors will be blessed.
* BCBC, my wife was raised in this church and we can see the steeple from our deck, in winter anyway.
God Bless you with his eternal love and Grace and I thank you with all my heart for being here, for friendship, fellowship and love,  in the wonderful name of Jesus, I pray. Amen & Amen!!!!
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#8
(07-17-2018, 02:47 PM)IainH Wrote: Yes please. Thursday will be day one. I scoured my memory banks and this will be the third, maybe fourth time I've gone cold ???. The last time was before my surgery because I knew I'd be in more pain afterwards. That was luke warm turkey, I reduced my intake by half for one week prior. 
Michelle will be keeping my remaining meds locked up in a secret location. I have to pick up Megan on Friday at 5:00pm from Upward Bound so, I'll have to take a tablet for that otherwise I would be unable.
SOOOOO..Pray that my wife will volunteer (I'm not going to ask her)
Every time I've tried in the past, excruciating pain has driven me back to the meds. They ONLY way to be successful is through the power of the Spirit. God has to either heal me or block the pain.
There is no power within me that can do it, it has to be heaven sent. 
I call the withdrawal process "the contortions of HELL" ; hot flashes, sweats, chills, cramps, sleeplessness, begging, lots of begging, the Hershey squirts, cussing everything including mayonnaise jars, runny eyes & nose, tossing and turning, self recrimination and laughter. I can make fun at the absurdity of it all. Because, in the end, barring a miracle, I'll be right back where I started, especially if I want and I do sincerely want to keep on working. This evening, I've a summer cottage to clean and tomorrow I have to weedeaterize it's huge steep, terraced back yard, then go home, change the engine & tranny oil and finish cleaning the drive chain on my motorsickle so I can go for a sanity courtesy of creation ride. Well, all rides, on the BRP are Creation Appreciation of the Creator, Word meditatin' and Jesus praisin' rides. Silent praising or you might catch a yummy bug snack!
One more request, Crowns of Light, an acapella gospel quartet made up of  African-American seasoned citizens singing at Bailey's Camp Baptist Church* on Sunday morning. We are "Light heads" and go see them as often as possible. They don't do it for money, it actually costs them! These men understand heart -led and the Spirit is on them. They sing for God's Glory not the accolades of men. Pray for them, that my family and my neighbors will be blessed.
* BCBC, my wife was raised in this church and we can see the steeple from our deck, in winter anyway.
God Bless you with his eternal love and Grace and I thank you with all my heart for being here, for friendship, fellowship and love,  in the wonderful name of Jesus, I pray. Amen & Amen!!!!

Oh, doncha know you and your whole family will be lifted up for His Saving Grace, Love and Strength!!!   God be with you.
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