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First time post. I'm definitely a addict I've came to terms

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imgonnalooseit · 09/03/2024 20:08

So tonight as I sit after a long cocaine binge week crying with the urge to get more but my sinuses are burning I feel horrendous and what started off as bit off fun has turned in to nothing but misery my nose is in so much pain I don't know how to help it it's actual agony I'll be going to gp Monday but I need to get through today and tomorrow so just looking for some
Support has anyone been through this. Bit off back ground I've been taking it for years
Started off just when going out and has progressed but I've taken it everyday for 7 days now hardly eaten hardly went outside I need to knock it off. I'm scared of what it's gonna do to my health

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imgonnalooseit · 09/03/2024 21:10

Anyone??

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heldinadream · 09/03/2024 21:12

Sweetheart I'm so sorry. I hope the GP can help. Have you had any counselling. Well done for posting. Really well done. Flowers

Sadie407 · 09/03/2024 21:14

Find an NA meeting near to your home address. They will help, people there will help you through until you get to the GP n Monday

DuskyEvenings · 09/03/2024 21:15

Well done for admitting it. But the biggest test is still to come. Will you actually go to the gp on Monday? Sending hugs. It's incredibly brave and traumatising to admit you are addicted. I'm proud of you.

LilyJessie · 09/03/2024 21:23

Well done for admitting it. One day at a time. I have a grandfather who is an addict and it's no mean feat to admit you have a problem.

Definitely find and NA meeting for some support.

Let us know how you get on on Monday xx

imgonnalooseit · 09/03/2024 21:27

Yes I need go go go gp
I've told my
Mum I've phoned her in
Bits she lives 2 hours
Away but Is coming tomorrow. I haven't had any counselling ect as
Up until
Now "I've had it under control" I've had a shower and I'm in bed but I want it really bad honestly didn't think it would ever come to this xx

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imgonnalooseit · 09/03/2024 21:30

Really appreciate everyone's support x

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I'llBuyThatForADollar · 09/03/2024 21:30

Ring Narcotics Anonymous (NA). They will put you in touch with someone who can help very quickly. Call them NOW 0300 999 1212

I'llBuyThatForADollar · 09/03/2024 21:32

You've made the hardest step. Admitting you need help. Now, make the call. Good luck. You can do this 💐

Lollypop701 · 09/03/2024 21:32

The first step is the hardest. This isn’t the life you want or need, you want to be ok without coke. You can be

write down how you feel now… how you feel. If you even consider not seeing go/going to NA on Monday look at what you wrote today and remind yourself how shit it really is

the first step is the hardest… please take it op

BouleDeSuif · 09/03/2024 21:33

I've been clean 8 years so I know where you're at and how you're feeling. (Cocaine, crack, heroin, amphetamine , alcohol, morphine)
Well done for admitting it. Is your nose bleeding or scabby? If you've got any savlon, that's good, and then you can pierce a vitamin E oil capsule and rub some in. It stops the skin getting dry and cracking.

Delete your dealer's number, go through your call history and delete any calls/texts etc, and block it.

It's hard, but it's possible, it really is.

Have you got soup in? Milkshake? Something that goes down easy. It'll help.

imgonnalooseit · 09/03/2024 21:38

BouleDeSuif · 09/03/2024 21:33

I've been clean 8 years so I know where you're at and how you're feeling. (Cocaine, crack, heroin, amphetamine , alcohol, morphine)
Well done for admitting it. Is your nose bleeding or scabby? If you've got any savlon, that's good, and then you can pierce a vitamin E oil capsule and rub some in. It stops the skin getting dry and cracking.

Delete your dealer's number, go through your call history and delete any calls/texts etc, and block it.

It's hard, but it's possible, it really is.

Have you got soup in? Milkshake? Something that goes down easy. It'll help.

Thank you I feel like
My sinuses are on fire and my eyes feel sore and pressure maybe even swollen! It's awful and it's my own fault as I felt like this yesterday took a line and the pain disappeared and now it's worse!!

yeah bleeding scabby I feel like I've done some serious harm

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shonapop · 09/03/2024 21:39

Well done, you've done the hardest part.
Allen Carr Easy way to quit cocaine audio book is ment to be brilliant. I was addicted to alcohol and used his quit alcohol book to help me stop drinking...not had a drink in nearly 4 years..also quit smoking years ago with help from his book. Its magic!
Good luck x

imgonnalooseit · 09/03/2024 21:42

shonapop · 09/03/2024 21:39

Well done, you've done the hardest part.
Allen Carr Easy way to quit cocaine audio book is ment to be brilliant. I was addicted to alcohol and used his quit alcohol book to help me stop drinking...not had a drink in nearly 4 years..also quit smoking years ago with help from his book. Its magic!
Good luck x

Will have a look

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imgonnalooseit · 09/03/2024 21:42

I need
To try get some
Sleep but I feel it's gonna be impossible I'm just glad I posted cause I feel like I'm not alone.

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redastherose · 09/03/2024 21:49

If you can't sleep try and distract yourself, listen to an audiobook or watch a favourite film.

Oxborn · 09/03/2024 23:33

I know how you feel I'm in the same position what started as fun has turned into a habit

imgonnalooseit · 10/03/2024 02:06

Oxborn · 09/03/2024 23:33

I know how you feel I'm in the same position what started as fun has turned into a habit

Sorry to hear you're going through this aswell

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lifesrichpageant · 10/03/2024 04:52

You are not alone, OP. The advice to find a NA group is a good one - not sure where you are located but google it - for company and encouragement. Good luck.

Twirlingqueen · 10/03/2024 05:02

Hardest part is admitting it and reaching out for help….hopefully your mum came and helped you sort a plan forward

HangingOver · 10/03/2024 05:44

Hello! You might be able to self refer to your local community drugs and alcohol service, that's what the GP will do anyway. They'll sort you out with a key worker and a Dr. Mine were WONDERFUL, these people save lives. Good luck.

imgonnalooseit · 10/03/2024 09:36

Mums coming today I woke up in the night shaking so badly and I have the sorest head known to man I hope I can do this

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heldinadream · 10/03/2024 10:07

Morning OP. Does your mum understand what's happening? Is she sympathetic?
Re the headache, have you eaten and drunk anything yet this morning?
You can do this. 💪Keep posting and people will keep supporting you so you don't feel so alone and vulnerable.

imgonnalooseit · 10/03/2024 10:13

heldinadream · 10/03/2024 10:07

Morning OP. Does your mum understand what's happening? Is she sympathetic?
Re the headache, have you eaten and drunk anything yet this morning?
You can do this. 💪Keep posting and people will keep supporting you so you don't feel so alone and vulnerable.

Yeah I've told her everything at first she was like why would you do such a thing and then realised how serious it is. Tried to eat but I feel really sick and so anxious and I've drank a little

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Collywobblewobbles · 10/03/2024 10:17

Just offering a hand hold @imgonnalooseit

I don't have any experience but you've had some great advice on this thread, let your mum see it and together call NA