Sep 10, 2017 11:12 PM
I generally try to focus on how I am in pain, slightly playing up my relaxation breathing, letting my "blank face" mask drop and my pain face show, and never mention pills of any kind. I use phrases like, "I just want some relief." Or "Do you have any ideas of what could help me on days were I have to do X activity that hurts." Also "what can I do" in place of "what should I take" It's stupid and probably mostly subconscious on the doctors part but if you never mention pills, they seem much more inclined to prescribe them. That is my experience anyway. Every doc is different, I wish you luck!