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How do u ask for a stronger pain med (w/out sounding like a pill seeker)?
Jul 13, 2008 03:40PM in the Fibromyalgia / CFS Community
I wrote this post when I was in dying pain. I do alternate between Rx meds and homeopathic treatments/remedies. I also do water exercises and emotional therapy. AND I take a break about every 5-6 months from Rx meds, so that I do build a tolerance or harm my other organs more than I do. I have Post Traumatic Syndrome with Panic Disorder on top of FMA, TMJ, an...
How do u ask for a stronger pain med (w/out sounding like a pill seeker)?
Jul 12, 2008 12:59AM in the Fibromyalgia / CFS Community
Hi everyone! My question is how do I ask for something stronger without sounding like a "pill seeker" or drug abuser? My Lortab 10mg is like regualr tylenol to my pain. They already have me on Cymbalta, Lyrica, Lortab10mg, Soma, Xanax and Ambien BUT I AM IN SUCH PAIN! It is unreal! I know it's not a good idea to double up or whatever but I have in desparat...
What is the next step
Jul 12, 2008 12:47AM in the Fibromyalgia / CFS Community
Hey there, Let me know when you find out. I am on Lotab 10 mg, Xanax, and Soma, I also also take 200 mg of Tramadol in combo with those when I feel I am dying in pain. The Lortab 10 is basically pointless to me!! It worked for maybe 2 or 3 weeks and then nohing. I even took double- they suck really. I too want someting stronger but don't want to sound l...
lack of sleep
Jun 29, 2008 03:34AM in the Undiagnosed Symptoms Community
Stacey555 is more than correct. What you dscribed sounds like withdrawl symptoms from an anti-depressant or either an anti-depressant that is not righ for you! Had a very similar but a little worse exp. with Effexxor. Sonds like medicine is the culprit here. Hope you feel better soon! Jennifer
I need help!
Jun 29, 2008 03:25AM in the Undiagnosed Symptoms Community
Hi there. I am really sorry to hear abouth this. I know you must be a nervous wreck and feeling a little overwhelmed.. I suggest you make an appt. while these bumps are still visible. Not saying it is a sexually transmitted disease but it certainly could be one. Also,this pain is something that needs to be addressed. A few ideas that I think it could...
Young with chronic pain
Jun 29, 2008 02:54AM in the Pain Management Community
Hi there. First, I want to tell you I totally understand what you are going through. Though I am 31 now, my pain began in my 20's also, actually I can recall having pain at your age. I know how it is to wonder what's life going to end up being like, starting this so young. But do not worry, you will make it through and you also have many on here to help yo...