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We All Have Lots Of Pain There’s One Question Id Like To Raise Has Anyone Ever Been Cured I’ve Been Told I’ll Never Be Free From Suffering

By A MyChronicPainTeam Member 26 answers

Silly Maybe But When You Are Constipated, Do You Have A Lack Of Energy. Seems You Must.

By A MyChronicPainTeam Member 42 answers

What Are Your Top Tips For Dealing With Chronic Pain In The Heat?

By A MyChronicPainTeam Member 44 answers

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

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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

Pain Pump

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Louiville

Had pain pump implanted less than 9 months ago. Began failing shortly after implanted. Faulty device. Need help recovering losses. Any suggestions

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Are you trying to sue them yourself? Find an attorney who is experienced in this sort of thing. I would suggest Saintz and Kirk. They handled my DVT suit against the manufacturer of the birth control… read more

April 2, 2020

Cracking The Back

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Morgan City, LA

Any suggestions? My husband knows how to crack the back like a chiropractor does. Physical therapy showed us what to do but he's just too scared sometimes I feel I just need a good back crack.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I have a foam roller that I lay on and roll my back out

October 3, 2019

Questran Lite

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Neverland

Has any one been taking Questral Lite spelt this way comes in a packet you mix it with orange juice and drink it lines your gut to stop you having chronic diarrhea as i had half my bowel and 3 foot of intestine out when i was 20 ish .cheers .

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

My Chemist told me there is a world shortage for Questran Lite so if your talking it get a few boxs in stock like i do on the pension now that i have reached my safety net all meds are free till the… read more

November 25, 2019

Has Anyone Else Tried CBD Oil? Had Any Luck?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Flora, IL
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

The use of CBD oil or THC products is like anything else. It takes research, investigation and time. It's an investment. One try and your out doesn't work for anything. Don't talk to doctors about it… read more

October 6, 2019

Does Anyone Know Of An Adult Geneticist In Maryland?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Maryland, MD

Have EDS and noone can help me and have been to many doctors.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

John Hopkins?

September 4, 2019

Do Any Of You Experience Night Sweats?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Portsmouth, VA

I'll wake up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat, my pillow soaked and my clothing sticking to me. In so much pain it feels like I'm dying. This can't be normal for M.A.S. or can it?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I sleep with 2 fans in my room, a window ac. I have to sleep with my room cold. But at times the cold is too much. I don't like socks on my feet. I keep my heating pad on side my bed for my back and… read more

November 15, 2019

Anyone Using Belbuca Have Trouble With Swollen Extremities Or Weight Gain?

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Powder Springs, GA
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Belbuca is a pain medicine used for chronic pain.. I don't like it

November 21, 2022

Dental Issues And CRPS

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
South Paris, ME

I have been living with CRPS for years. I am terrified as I know I have got to have something done as my teeth have been neglected and I'm having some major problems. My doc said she will work with a dentist to explain RSD-CRPS and how it may impact my condition. Now I have to find someone who will do the work and it may mean multiple extraction. No Money and most dental is NOT covered. Anyone have experience with this or know of denists in MAINE that have experience with this? Thanks. I'm… read more

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I had all my upper teeth extracted in July. I have dentures that are still being "fitted" with new lining every 3 weeks and doing better now. Medicare added some dental coverage and I was able to… read more

October 23, 2023

What Do I Do For Pain

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
MtPleasint Michigan

My doctor has me down as Cronic pain
But can't or will not keep me on pain medicine that works for me
I'm over it can't sleep. Iv run off everyone that gave a shit for me. Now I have to go through this alone at 58years old

A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Google search " CDC advises against misapplication of the guideline" You will see people who need meds should get them. Folks who are on meds should not have them stopped. Show that to your doc… read more

September 19, 2019
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