Well, this my very 1st post. I'm TexUSA, you can call me Tex. I've used this site several times to research something so finally created an account to join in. I'm a 50+ male & been on disability for several years due to debilitating spinal issues. Live with chronic pain & been on pain meds (currently Dilaudid 8mg) for a long time. As a teen/young adult I was in the military. After reaching my permanent duty station I started hanging out @ friends off-base apartments. This was when my high school cannabis 'occasional use' got turned up a notch when I 1st tried snorting crystal meth. When it became a habit I had to dabble with 'other' things to support it. I've never once used a needle but knew those that did. My research on this site revolves around that topic. It's been around 20 years since I had any street drugs. I have a burning question but will wait to ask vs asking it in my intro. I've struggled with alcohol all my life but haven't had hard liquor in years, just beer. Have had periods (plural) of complete sobriety, the longest was 3-4 years. Got so involved that I co-founded a new group. Ended up w/burn out & resentment. Have enough coins to start a mint! LOL ? Been in treatment 6 freaking times, longest was 25 days. That was the 1st time & the one that stuck the most. Anyway, don't wanna ramble to long as I tend to ramble all wrong. I'd like to learn more about the 'injection-related-lingo' I've read on this site that I don't understand so I'd welcome any links to forums that'll help me with that. Then I'll feel more comfortable posting on here in a responsible harm reducing manner while searching for the best pain management. That's all for my intro & look forward to being a part of community. Take care y'all.
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