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Comments From People That Have Weaned Off Of Narcotics By Your Choice.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Green Valley/Sahuarita, AZ

Lately it seems as though there are several people weaning off medications by their own personal choice. I'm not referring to those of you that are being forced to get off of meds. I'd be interested in hearing your results; comments. If you have been force to get off of narcotics and had good results, please share. Jean

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

@A MyChronicPainTeam Member neurontin helps but for some it doesn't work by itself I'm on 3600 mg a day and still need my pain meds. Which I too have been abruptly taken off of because of fear of… read more

March 12, 2020

Where Can I Go To Get Hydrocone Prescribed For Me?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Utah

The doctors that diagnosed me with Fibromyalgia will only give me Gabapentin...which makes me very sleepy. They say they don't care if Hydrocodone helps or not, they wont prescribe it. I am miserable every day. I get lightening pains through out my body all day. I also have a hard time with my legs. I take one Hydrocodone for the whole day and it works. I realized it worked for me when I had some dental work done and was prescribed Hyrocodone. I felt like a million bucks after I took just… read more

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

If it works u have to find a pain dr..that will prescribe it.

October 5, 2023

Botulinum Toxin Injection

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Columbia, MD

This is not so much of a question as a comment on the write-up on Botox Injections. The first is to make sure that the doctor knows if the insurance company will pay for it. If it is not an FDA-approved indication (i.e., TMJ trigger points/muscle spasms) the insurance company probably won't pay for it. Go to www.fda.gov and search on "Botox approved indications" (or do a Google search using that).

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

That's me up shit creek and no paddle as I can't afford medical insurance and there's only so much a gp can do I just ave to shut up and get on with it alone

April 20, 2017

Work From Home

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Saint Louis, MO

im wanting to start working from home as im no longer really able to get out and do physical work but not sure how to go about it , wondering if anyone here has ever or is working from home? if so how did you get started and where did you start , any info or tips or if someone would like to talk about it would be greatly appreciated , thanks everyone

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Ive had the same difficulty in working from home and my hours without specific skills or already working for the company that allows you to.

July 19, 2021

How Do You Manage Your Medications When Memory Problems Are A Part Of Your Disease?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Cheyenne, WY

I am curious as to how everyone with memory problems that comes with having diseases that contribute to memory loss. I do have my meds in a week pill holder. The problem is I don't know if I've taken them once or twice. I find at times the day of the week is missing, or I skip over a day. It's getting a bit scary for me.
Do y'all keep a record or something that helps you stay on track?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I tried using a regular calendar but forgot to write stuff down. It is very difficult to manage meds with memory issues! I have my partner help me count out my pills in a big, monthly dispenser. I… read more

February 25, 2020 (edited)

Elavil

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Alloa, UK

Hi , iv been on this tablet for many years im up to 50m now as i dont really know if they are helping on any of my ills , still in pain still cant sleep properly and tent to cat nap when im hit with the no energy with lack of sleep, and the pain which drains me , dont feel as if the doc really gets me x any advice would be great x

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Sorry we have never called it Elavil Doctors tried different doses of Amitriptyline depending on what they were using it for in the end it seems to work best for things like series migraines ie where… read more

September 21, 2017

Does Anyone Live In The Seattle Wa Area ?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Buckley, WA

I desperately need a new pain Dr. I have United healthcare state insurance . If you know of any Dr's that are not rx shy please let me know. Thank you.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

My Dr is Dr Lionel Wu at
Medifirst Family Clinic
1381 Centre Rd
Clayton
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I have been seeing him for almost 4 yrs and has been very… read more

January 31, 2017

Inflamation

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Kingman, AZ

The past year I have been researching inflammation and I have tried different things to reduce it. What have others tried that work for them?

Thanks

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Bless you, life isn't easy is it. I understand that turmeric is good for inflammation but it didn't help me. Thinking of you and sending love and hugs. xx

March 23, 2017

Tips For Living Fibromyalgia Flare Ups

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Detroit, MI

Hi, everyone 🙄
Does anyone have any ideas to attach workout bike pedal?🤔

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

The best thing I ever found for the ache all over my body was a nice, hot bath. It was a lifesaver for me.

January 8, 2017

What Do Yall Take For Back Pain?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
High Point, NC
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

For neck pain Hydrocodone 4 a day Morphine morning & night

January 9, 2017
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