I have a close family member that could be using Hydromorphone (IV). About a dozen vials were found in her closet the majority of them empty along with a syringe. She is a nurse that works in the ER and has mentioned from time to time things get left in the jacket pocket and brought home. However it seems a little far fetched for that many vials to be brought home accidentally. She has taken Tylox for a long time for (joint?) pain. I want to approach her about this but am having a difficult time. I know she will deny using and I don't have any hard evidence that she does other than a ridiculous amount of vials in the closet. Is there any way for me to tell for sure she is using? I assume there should be track marks somewhere on her body... I have not been able to look her over yet.
2014-12-05 02:46:20
Where there is smoke there is most likely a fire. In her case I am afraid it is more like than not. Having been on prescribed opiates and having access to them at work there is just too much temptation. However there is not much you or I can do to help someone who is not willing to be helped. Your love will NOT save her. People get hooked on drugs for many different reasons - childhood trauma depression anxiety. But there are always better ways to deal with those issues. Drugs are always an escape and an excuse. In my clinic we see patients who got hooked on opiates for all sorts of different reasons but it is possible to detox and get their lives together however only when it is the patient's decision and commitment. Without such dedication no treatment will work. I wish you all the luck in the world. You will need emotion strength to get through whatever it is ahead of you. Tell her that you are there for her but she needs to work out her issues or they will catch up with her. She will lose job after job and will find a myriad of excuses that have nothing to do with her. It is never the addict's fault ever. The drugs take over what used to be their character and the essence of their being. Impress on her that you have her back but will not accept any excuses and lies. Sometimes it takes facing a loved one telling you the truth sometime it takes losing that loved one to realize what is truly important. I welcome her questions should she have any. She can read my blogs by clicking on my name in blue and taking it from there. Sorry about the tough love.
2014-12-05 02:47:02
