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I'm Living In Sheltered Housing.my Manager Of Housing Has Banned Me From Taking My Dog Hope In Lounge Even Though She Is My Assistance Dog.

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What Do Folks Think About Medical Marijuana And Chronic Pain? So Sick Of Pills And Don't Want To Do Another Back Surgery!!

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What’s Your Trick For Enjoying Holiday Treats And Staying On Track? 🎃

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Locum Dr Placed Me On Ibuprofen Gel For All My Body Pain.iv Asthma.it Does State If Asthma Don't Use. It'll Go Into My Blood Stream.

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Do You Feel That People Think That Your Pain Is All In Your Head?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
kings lynn

I have a friend who thinks that I am putting it on, when I say that I am in pain, as she just says, well you look good, are you sure you have pain, this really hurts me inside. Do any of you have friends or family who think that the pain is in your head?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I’m not sure where this comment fits in this discussion about people thinking pain is in your head, but truly what other people think of you is really none of your business. My daughter said that to… read more

January 29, 2024

Does Anyone Else Have Family Members Who Don't Fully Understand Your Chronic Pain?

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Rancho Cordova, CA
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Feels like no one understands my chronic pain...I do not speak of it nor do I complain about, learned early on no one wants to talk about it or sympathy. Only ones that do are experiencing it… read more

June 22, 2024

Is It Legal For Doctors To Refuse You As A New Patient Because Of A Complicated Medical History?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Vancouver, BC

I had 3 separate doctors refuse me as a new patient because of my complicated medical issues and taking morphine which I have been on 12 years. I have never been accused of abusing my meds when asked to do pee tests every test was my script meds. I have a great doctors now I see him once a month and get all meds at once. I go to a small family owned pharmacy and I get to know them Jane when I couldn’t get my script during Covid he refilled all my meds no issue.

Pain patients should also have a… read more

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I wish it was as easy for me as I would change it over in a minute!!! I hate all the pills and injections!!

November 2, 2022

Can You Experience Electric Currents Sensations In Other Areas Besides Feet And Hands?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Edmonton, AB

I experience electric current sensations in palms and on soles of feet very often but recently experienced the same sensation in forearm and rib area so I am curious as to other's experiences

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Lyrica works for me because I have very bad Neuropathy in both my feet. At times it feels like each one is a block of ice with burning needles of pain that stabs me. At night I can"t sleep unless I… read more

April 15, 2020

Does Anybody Have Excessive Sweating At Times?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Moses Lake, WA
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I have excessive sweating, especially at work. My s crubs are just soaked. Since postmenopause this has happened. Have to talk to my Dr.

August 22, 2024

How Do People Cope With Depression Related To Being In Constant Pain

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Stockport, UK

Some days I feel like I can't go on anymore, but there is always something needs doing and more chores get left and things pile up, even trying to meet friends and family seems impossible.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I went down that route but sadly after several attempts it still didn't ease the pain.We bought a hot tube with one seat with several pressure jets and that really did help and I was free from pain… read more

December 8, 2020

HELLO, HAPPY NEW YEAR!! I Just Wanted To Wish Everyone The Best Of Luck, Health And Happiness. Happy New Year Many Blessings Michele

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
R. CUCAMONGA, CA

Pain does not know about Holidays!!
michele

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

@A MyChronicPainTeam Member hello I hope you are able to find your pain medication
Also when I had terrible Spasms in my back getting into bed I took Baclofen for the muscle relaxer
Hugs from Judyxx… read more

January 8, 2024 (edited)

Problem Where Everyone Wants To Make Pain A Competition

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Hickory, NC

Does anyone have a problem where you tell friends, family and coworkers that you're hurting and they try to turn it into a competition where they hurt too and their pain is worse?!?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

yes. I noticed my family when growing up always one upped each other. I don't get it. And usually their pain is minor compared to chronic pain. You know, like a boken nail gave them a hang nail. It is… read more

October 22, 2023

A Article To Read From A Other Member / Good To Chair

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Amersfoort, NL

Its about pain and our aditude and coping toworths it

https://www.statnews.com/2019/08/12/chronic-pai...

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I find CBD ointments work better for me. But we are all different. Good luck

November 10, 2019

I'm Undergoing A New Pain Regimen And Have A Letter Explaining It, But It's Too Long For Update. How/where Can I Post It So Many Can See It?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Jefferson, CO

I have some very interesting news regarding a new pain management regimen my Doc is trying on me, however, when I tried to post
a letter explaining it my story was too long.

I believe many of you will find it exciting. How/where can I post it on this site?

I am just not experienced at posting info on this site.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Take a photo of it on your phone, upload to the site where the cameras at. One page at a time. We all want this information, if you can't do it send the photo through Gmail @ (Email address can onlyread more

May 21, 2019
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