medical advice/contributions

[groovygirl]

i thought i saw a post from dr. steve in reference to donations.  i was surprised to see his name, since they said he wouldn't be back.  do you think if we all try to give even just a little money, that we could get a dr. back here?  not to bash dr. steve, but he never really gave very in-depth answers, and he mostly said to seek medical attention from your dr. i guess everyone is afraid of liability or something.

i remember running across another medical help forum somewhere in my online travels, and i wish so much that i could think of its name. please, if anyone knows of it could you let me know?  i really feel that although this is a WONDERFUL place, most of us are not drs/nurses, and professional advice would be so helpful (to me).

i would definitely make regular/maybe quarterly donations to a place that had a dr. overseeing it and answering questions more fully...do you think the people who run this board would be willing to look into finding someone if we all pitched in what we could?  it would be too bad if they had to make this board cost something for everyone - some people just pop in and out and i don't think they should have to pay, but many of us (like me) come here every day.  i have no idea what to contribute...does anyone have a number in mind - i'd just like to know what you guys think would be appropriate.

thanks all:)

[Mace]

The most common test used to detect drugs in urine is an imunoassy technic meaning that the urine is tested for antibodies. The body see the drug as a poison and attempts to filter it using the liver and kidneys. A reagent is added to the urine and these antibodies are detected and counted. If the test is performed correctly it is extremely accurate. Attempting to drink large amounts of fluids to dilute the sample can also be determined by the lab tech. The test will show that you are taking an opiate. The lab tech can then do another test to determine exactly what opiate you have taken over the last 72 hours or so. Hydrocodone (Vicodin) is detectable in the urine after approx. 3 hours and the antibodies will be present for approx. 72 hours. The products like golden seal etc. that are sold on the internet are all bunk. If you read the instructions they say to drink 48 oz. Of water before the test. They are trying dilute the sample, but this works only if you do the test when your urine is diluted in your bladder and if the lab tech neglects to test the specific gravity and creatinie level of the sample.  Sorry but the only way to not show positive is to quit the drug at least 72 hours prior to the test.

[groovygirl]

i know what you mean about having to take more and more meds to counteract the effects of the original ones you were taking....it seems to be a vicious circle. i did a little digging around, because i was curious about opiates and low testosterone levels - my friend has been trying conceive, and her husband takes pain meds (he never is "in the mood") - i found a bunch of info indicating that opiates wreak havoc on your drive and testosterone levels.

i tried to copy a link to put here for you but was unable.  i don't know enough about it to go into any detail, so maybe you could look around the net...you would probably be surprised how much info on the subject is out there. good luck:)

[Mace]

First I need to apologize for posting incorrectly. After reviewing this page I believe I should have started another post and not just jump on the bottom of this one. The name is indeed

[OxyDout]

I used the question mark because I wasn't sure if that was your name. Anyway, I'm a little confused. I understand the being tired, your body is used to the opiates and when you detox you can barely move, so that is very much something we have all experienced. What I don't get is why your doctor is prescribing you androgel. Does he know about your drug habit? or did he just suggest the androgel to get you going. Androgel is much like any other Andro supplement you can purchase in GNC and or other supplement/vitamin stores. Its a "legal" testosterone (sp) boost. if you plan on staying on it for a long period of time you should buy an anti-estrogen, something like "M" made by sci-fit. There are plenty of others, either way you should take one because your estrogen level will rise, not a huge issue, but it helps your body along the process. So, I guess my question is why your doctor suggested this? I hope your doing well, it sounds like it.

GWH

[Mace]

I have a question that my doctor could not answer but I think I may find some information here. After 4 years of opiate use for chronic pain I was feeling tired and had little or no energy! Sound familiar to any one? Well after complaining of these symptoms at several visits to my doctor he did a blood work up and found that my testosterone level was very low! He prescribed something called

[IrishRose]

Well I for one was having an overly sensitive day the other day. Sometimes I think too much. Blessings to all, IR.