Diagnosed today
Trigger warning: discussion of addiction and pain meds.
Hi all. Im a 22F and was diagnosed with fibromyalgia literally today. I’m not doing great however i have other chronic health conditions so it’s not my first rodeo😅. I was wondering if anyone had any tips for overcoming fear of pain medication/high risk meds. I have a family history of addiction and a history of addictive tendencies myself (nothing serious just things we prefer to keep an eye on). I’m in a much better safer place now. I know if need be i have not only the tools i’ve learnt in therapy but the support from family friends and my medical team to take medication that is higher risk. However, Idk how to overcome the fear. I’ve just always told myself “i’ll never get addicted to pain meds bc i’ll never take them”. however, now i’m in a situation where unfortunately i may need something stronger than over the counter pain meds to maintain a quality of life. Obviously, this is something i’m actively talking about and working through with both my behavioral and physical health care teams. I was wondering though if anyone who’s been through it from a patient perspective was willing and able to share. Any tips tricks and advice both on this topic and fibromyalgia in general are appreciated 💓