I'm happy you made a decision Paddy. Since this pain is affecting your quality of life(health) I think you're right is going with the meds. Just be careful and let your med team monitor you and don't take more than prescribed. I remember reading, highly addictive pain meds, aren't as addicting for people, who have severe pain, compared to those who take it recreationally to get high. In your case the pain meds will lighten your pain and hopefully it won't satiate the high feeling. I hope you feel better Paddy.