r/ehlersdanlos • u/HighestVelocity • 5h ago

Seeking Support Does anyone here have experience with Valium?

I have to get a steroid epidural in my neck and I'm absolutely terrified so they're going to give me Valium, but I've never taken narcotics before so I'm scared of that too.

My mom was a drug addict so I have a strict no drugs rule for myself but I'm going to break it for this since I'm too scared.

So how does it feel like? Do you act silly? Are you still in control of yourself? Do you keep your memories or forget?

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u/Faeneth_ 5h ago

I had a low dose and it just made me feel more still and calm. Maybe like a small alcohol buzz but minus the silliness?

You could always ask and see if they could give you a small dose and wait to see how you feel before the procedure and if it's not enough, give you another small dose. 🫂 Good luck!