the United States 's CNN dealt with pain for each year and did n't know options were available . His regular doctor , a general practitioner with Britain 's National Health Service , offered little for the pain despite his complaints . Britain doctors are reluctant to prescribe painkillers , especially opiates . Even drugs sold over the counter are restricted in pharmacies there . But the differences between Britain and UK may be blurring .
the United States 's CNN dealt with pain for each year and did n't know options were available . Britain doctors are reluctant to prescribe painkillers , especially opiates . Even drugs sold over the counter are restricted in pharmacies there . But the differences between Britain and UK may be blurring .