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4. That's why I stay away from the pain pills, too
Thu Jan 19, 2012, 07:58 AM
Jan 2012

The doctor gave me a powder that you mix with a beverage - something along the line of Metamucil, but prescription form. It works well, but takes time. Check with your oncologist. Things have to get moving.

I just never know whether I'm going to wake up with constipation or diarrhea.
I take morphine every 12 hours and oxycodone as a break through pain pill.
Until the last week I have rarely had to take the oxy. Now I need one at least once a day.

I had chemo yesterday. My cell count was lower, but good enough to go. That first round of chemo just knocks your socks off. Things will get better for Carol.
Take care. cmd

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