Quote Originally Posted by Sweet Little Sister
Thanks again mfactor, you've been a HUGE help!! I almost didn't post this question because I read one post where someone asked a question, & someone ripped into the person, calling him names. I just found this board, so I didn't know what to expect. You guys are great, & I appreciate your help!! Thanks so much!!
That's what I am here for. To help others in medical need. It's a shame some people feel the need to rip apart someone's sincere post, but this place is full of all kinds. Most just make me laugh and hit the ignore button. I enjoy the alternative news and politics discussions and there's no shortage of those on this forum. Then there are those like you, seeking help and if I can help, I will.

If your MD already knows you are an "addict", no point "sneaking the question in" as you suggest. Yup, that would be high schoolish. Might as well be up front with him. Tell him you've been doing research and and you want straight answers. I can tell you the "straight" answers he will give you and they won't be in favour of pot. He doesn't get paid by dealers to refer patients. He gets paid by pharmaceuticals to sell their pills. Sounds like you don't need any more pills. You need good, honest advice, answers and info.
If he is like most others these days, he knows you are going to be doing your research and seeking 2nd. and 3rd. opinions. Don't worry about it. Besides, a lawyer taught me once, don't ask a question you don't already know the answer to. I'd say you already know the answer to your question by now. Just sound him out. Trust your instincts and if you don't like what he says, ask him to refer you to someone else.

I don't think you have to tell him you are smoking persay. Just tell him you were researching on the net about the pills and such you are taking and you came across some pot links regarding smoking and taking pills and the combinations therein. Just ask him if smoking alone might be the answer. You can tell him you don't like taking so many pills and you are considering some healthier alternatives. After all, it's your body and you have a right to put good things in it, not just what the doc tells you because he "thinks" it is good for you. Shit, most doctors haven't a clue what's good for us medically because they are only repeating what the pharmaceuticals told them to say and the pharmaceuticals have no idea as they haven't done the long term tests to determine if a pill is healthy or harmful. Always remember this, if we are all healthy, pharmaceuticals will go out of business for lack of customers. So, it is in the best interests of pharmaceuticals and doctors to keep us sick so they always have a job and display profits. So, don't expect them to tell you the truth.

As for the Gripe Water, ask the store clerk. They'll show it to you. It's a clear liquid and tastes a little like licorice. One day you will probably have kids, but get off all the meds first and let your body cleanse itself so you minimize any chance for defects in the kids. Look what the combination of pills is doing to you now. Imagine what they will do to an unborn child.

Just some more things to think about and I am glad you did post on this board. It's always nice talking to you. You can always email me at the same handle in hushmaildotcom. I'm always happy to help you. :thumbsup: