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Posted on: 07/22/2008
Question
i have had a kidney stone and my doctor has given me codeine as a pain killer. every time i take the meds i feel worse. i think the doctor is making me worse. what do i do? i tried to tell my mom and dad but they think i'm making it up.
Answer
Codeine makes some people feel sick. I believe you! I encourage you to tell your parents and /or doctor, and ask for a different pain medication!