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Vicodin and fentanyl withdrawal

I'm withdrawing from both Vicodin and fentanyl patches at the same time. While I can deal with all the withdrawal symptoms themselves I can't deal with the pain. I got into some legal trouble and now my doctor won't prescribe any pain meds. I am in so much pain. How can I get any relief without opiates?????
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could you give a bit more information??
what is your pain condition?
how much of each med are you on?
how long have you been on them??
did you sign a pain contract?
are you using the mylan (like a clear flat plastic bandaid) or the gel patch (has a pocket of gel)?

answering these questions will help us help you.
if you did sign a pain contract get a copy of it.  many of them state that if you are fired as a patient they will taper you off the meds.  
some say they will give you one last 30 day supply.
some state you will just be cut off.

if you were given one last 30 day supply you will have to taper yourself, but we cannot tell you what to do.  we may be able to explain how we did it without violating the rules.
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Not sure I could help with that question.  Sorry.  I can say that when u detox off opiates any pain u do have is amplified tremendously.  If u have the ability to get thru your detox, the pain should subside.  But...  I don't know your pain.  Perhaps a more homeopathic approach like a pain management chiropractor, massages, acupuncture, Epsom salt baths, hot showers, etc.  Or try to find a more sympathetic Dr.  I do hope u find relief soon.
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