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cocaine use and cystic fibrosis?
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ClashPunk82
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Sorry, I don't use any drugs, I don't drink or smoke. And one question why would someone do that to themselves when they have CF? Seems to be a horrible idea.
I'm sorry...I dont know what kind of response you could have expected from a question like that. Knowing that you have CF...why in the world would you want to use anything that you know is going to harm you. I am not normally a rude person...but that kind of question just bugs me to no end! I take the best care of myself that I can...and my body is still going downhill...and you are intentionally harming yourself...I hope you can get some help to stop using cocaine.
Dea
Dea
<blockquote>Quote<br><hr><i>Originally posted by: <b>Dea</b></i><br>I'm sorry...I dont know what kind of response you could have expected from a question like that. Knowing that you have CF...why in the world would you want to use anything that you know is going to harm you. I am not normally a rude person...but that kind of question just bugs me to no end! I take the best care of myself that I can...and my body is still going downhill...and you are intentionally harming yourself...I hope you can get some help to stop using cocaine.
Dea<hr></blockquote>
Okay, this might come as a shock to some to you so you might want to sit down for this.
People use drugs! Some people drink, others indulge recreationally in illegal drugs. It is fairly well established that amongst groups of people in which depression is a common problem (as it is amongst people with cf or any terminal illness), drug use is higher then that of the 'normal' population.
I can understand someone with cf looking to drugs for a momentary escape more than i can understand a healthy person doing so.
Another shocker is that the vast majority of drug users are not addicts, many are actually self medicating. Sure, it's not the answer and it is by no means a good thing to do, but people do it. Sorry that it 'bugs you no end', but if you don' have any experience and thus have nothing to offer to the person in question, why would you bother answering at all (come to think of it why would you click on the thread?). Please keep your moralizing to yourself unless it's asked for.
Dea<hr></blockquote>
Okay, this might come as a shock to some to you so you might want to sit down for this.
People use drugs! Some people drink, others indulge recreationally in illegal drugs. It is fairly well established that amongst groups of people in which depression is a common problem (as it is amongst people with cf or any terminal illness), drug use is higher then that of the 'normal' population.
I can understand someone with cf looking to drugs for a momentary escape more than i can understand a healthy person doing so.
Another shocker is that the vast majority of drug users are not addicts, many are actually self medicating. Sure, it's not the answer and it is by no means a good thing to do, but people do it. Sorry that it 'bugs you no end', but if you don' have any experience and thus have nothing to offer to the person in question, why would you bother answering at all (come to think of it why would you click on the thread?). Please keep your moralizing to yourself unless it's asked for.
That person knew what kind of responses they were going to get. To the last poster...I believe I can give my opinion as well! For your information, I do have a brother WITH CF as well...and he also uses drugs. So believe me, I'm not clueless. It is not a shock to me at all...I will NEVER understand why people do it. I have CF as well...you dont know my life at all...and dont know what I go through on a daily basis, but I dont believe that people need to look to drugs as an answer...it will only cause more problems. To the original poster...I honestly hope you can get help...because I know you know...as well as my brother...it will cause more harm.
Dea
Dea
EmilysMini
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I cant say i use alot of drugs, i have a couple times, thats about it. however the simple truth to the question "why people do it" is its an escape. not an insanely smart one. but it is one. and dea, hes got a point. You didnt have to come to this thread. its not like the title wasnt clear. and it seems like your making it personal too. and yes you can give your opinion,
just dont force it down other peoples throat.
just dont force it down other peoples throat.
ClashPunk82
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Well I didn't force anything down anyone's throat I gave my opinion on how I think it's a bad idea, no forcing at all. And I don't appreciate my response being called a sermon. Anyone can reply to these posts so expect answers from both ends, and don't attack people for voicing what they think.
Nicole 22 CF
Nicole 22 CF
<blockquote>Quote<br><hr><i>Originally posted by: <b>ClashPunk82</b></i><br>Well I didn't force anything down anyone's throat I gave my opinion on how I think it's a bad idea, no forcing at all. And I don't appreciate my response being called a sermon. Anyone can reply to these posts so expect answers from both ends, and don't attack people for voicing what they think.
Nicole 22 CF<hr></blockquote>
where's the punk rock attitude??
Nicole 22 CF<hr></blockquote>
where's the punk rock attitude??
I myself don't do drugs. but my mother is a nurse and she has worked with CF patients who smoke, drank, and did recreational drugs. Some were in denial of their health, some wanted an escape, and others didn't care. And my boyfriend has a few friends with CF who are down that road. CF is a disease that affects us (me included) on a daily basis. And not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. I am surprised that more of us haven't turned to drugs as an escape. Each of us goes through drastic measures to find some sort of escape. Some escapes are healthier than others.
It's hard living with any terminal illness. You're forced to grow up a lot sooner than others your own age. And you learn what pain is at such an early age. I am curious to know what everyone does to escape, no matter what form it is. We have our own ways of coping
It's hard living with any terminal illness. You're forced to grow up a lot sooner than others your own age. And you learn what pain is at such an early age. I am curious to know what everyone does to escape, no matter what form it is. We have our own ways of coping
Emily65Roses
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Nicole, I didn't see your response as too pushy. And I would just like to put in a quick two cents and say people can be punk rock without needing to flush their lives down the toilet with drugs. Punk rock does not equate drug use.
As far as coping, I've had some pretty bad habits. My big one was that I cut myself. I started when I was 15, and have been doing it since then. I'm trying to stop and haven't cut since the end of October, but I can't say yet if it's in the past. It always seems to sneak back up on me.
As far as coping, I've had some pretty bad habits. My big one was that I cut myself. I started when I was 15, and have been doing it since then. I'm trying to stop and haven't cut since the end of October, but I can't say yet if it's in the past. It always seems to sneak back up on me.
yeah i have done a little coke in my short existence on this little planet of ours. it makes me feel like a million bucks while i'm flyin high. And wow is the sexxx sure great!!!!!!! But then there's tomorrow the hangover...It really messes with the ole lungs i cough up twice as much junk as before and is a little bit like i'm sufficating all the next day...along with some of a little bit of a depression period of why did i do that...but i just mark it up as one of many experiences of life. what's to learn without trial and error??? A person's life is their life use it how it makes you happy!! Yeah i have CF but,,I'll bet i've done allot more and seen allot more crap go on in my short time here than most will ever see or experience..I have learned that i can't do things in excess..I have learned what my body can tolerate and what it can't and i enjoy what i can enjoy...Be it anything i do, eat, drink, exercise, anything.
Keep on keepn on...
PEACE!!!
crzy_dimon
3200 St.louis
Keep on keepn on...
PEACE!!!
crzy_dimon
3200 St.louis
Ummm, well I never thought a topic such as this would intrique so many CF people (me included).
It seems like many people enjoy drug use for escape or excitement or whatever. The real facts are that drugs are not cheap and not good for you. Basically, people are people and do stupid things! That also means that people go through phases. I went through the "cocaine phase". A couple thousand dollars later and some maturity snapped me out of it. I wish anyone that is addicted to escape of any kind can make the best decisions for their long term health but also have the experiences to get them to the other side.
mv
It seems like many people enjoy drug use for escape or excitement or whatever. The real facts are that drugs are not cheap and not good for you. Basically, people are people and do stupid things! That also means that people go through phases. I went through the "cocaine phase". A couple thousand dollars later and some maturity snapped me out of it. I wish anyone that is addicted to escape of any kind can make the best decisions for their long term health but also have the experiences to get them to the other side.
mv
Mockingbird
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I'm sorry, but I'm afraid I have to agree with Dea here. People have posted here in the past about drug use, smoking, drinking, and now cocaine. Don't worry, I'm not going to start getting preachy. I've never done drugs, ever, so I really don't have a right to be preachy. I'm just so amazed at how many people with CF do these things. I've always stayed away, because of my CF. When my friends did drugs I stayed behind. They were healthy, and their bodies could take a little abuse, but I have always been different. Every day is a new life. Drugs may shorten that, or make me regret it, I don't know, I just never once considered the possibility of me doing drugs. I've been through times where I didn't see the point of taking my medication or going to the doctor, which is actually probably just as bad... Anyway, I guess what I'm saying is I've always seen people with CF as different. Whenever I walk in a room, or drive into a city, or go outside, ok, pretty much all the time I walk around and I feel like I'm a different species, or something (unless there's someone else with CF around, of course). Okay, anyway, I know this is probably getting weird... I'm getting deep into my brain right now, the stuff I don't really ever tell anyone, so of course it is strange. I guess I'm just trying to explain why I don't understand anyone with CF would want to do drugs... Those are things that humans do, but we are cystic fibrosians! Ha, ha, that's the logic behind my brain, anyway. Anyway, I started posting to give some support to Dea and Nicole's side, but I don't think I did a very good job, so I'm just going to stop. =-)
Jarod
22 w/cf
Jarod
22 w/cf
Mockingbird
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One last thing, to EmilyThank you for posting, here. I know someone who cuts herself, and it is really frightening for me. Even though we're friends, it freaks the hell out of me. Anyway, your post put things in perspective, or something. And I'm glad you've stopped since October. I hope it lasts for good! =-)
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EmilysMini
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Sorry. niccole i want to point out, it wasnt yours i was having a problem with. it was dea.
Personally i dont condone all the hard stuff like coke and such. But the ocasional bowl of weed and once and a while drunkenness is fine. hell i encorage that part. people could use some time to chill out. i think you guys have more right to then most to endulge in it. just, everything in moderation.
Personally i dont condone all the hard stuff like coke and such. But the ocasional bowl of weed and once and a while drunkenness is fine. hell i encorage that part. people could use some time to chill out. i think you guys have more right to then most to endulge in it. just, everything in moderation.
ClashPunk82
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Well for me I just don't think drugs is a good way to spend my time. I would rather chill by going shopping or eating out with friends, going bowling or jst watching a movie with my boyfriend. That stuff makes me feel happy I don't want to numb it with drugs. If other people feel the need to partake in that then that's their right I however don't see the fun in it.
Nicole 22 CF
And I figured your post was towards Dea but I got a little heated by this thread so I jumped in!! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
Nicole 22 CF
And I figured your post was towards Dea but I got a little heated by this thread so I jumped in!! <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif" border="0">
EmilysMini
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i agree. people should know how to have a good time with out it. ive smoked weed and gotten drunk, but my best times are still while im sober.