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Neurology (Expert Forum)
Thalamic pain
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Thalamic pain
by Bil-Edwards, Jun 07, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by Bill Edwards on June 07, 1999 at 11:17:16
My name is Bill Edwards.I developed Thalamic pain in 1997 about two months after my stroke. I am taking Ticlid-Neurontin-Dibeta-Vit-E and for the pain I am taking two Ultram each AM, 1 at noon, two at night. I absolutely could not make it without this. I find that 1/2 a tablet of Xanax (0.25) at AM and bedtime does also help. Being a Pharmacist I am aware that Ultram is a moderate pain reliever, but it works. The pain is constant and at times really severe. It is difficult to find or hear from anyone with Thalamic pain, so if you are there or anyone can share with me, please do so.
Posted by CCF MD mdf on June 07, 1999 at 14:34:31
I have seen several patients who have thalamic pain (usually from stroke). It is quite difficult to treat. We try (and perhaps you have tried) tricyclics such as imipramine or nortriptyline, membrane stabilizers such as gabapentin and carbamazepine, and other medications. It is reassuring that Ultram has helped you - I'll keep that in mind for future patients.
CCF MD mdf.
