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I had my pump removed less than 2 weeks ago. I had a pump in place for 20 years. For some reason, the pump had become painful in my abdomen. It had to be aggravating nerves, cause it was so painful. I had my pump weaned down to a low dose over a number of weeks. Because I got my pump to a low level, I didn't go through withdrawals. I have been through withdrawals before so I know how bad they can be. I wish your pain management doctor had weaned your pumps. So much easier.