"whoops, I meant to say, "Yes it is for chronic non-cancer pain". Sorry.
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About Me: Female, 41, CO, member since May 2010
I have interverbral lumbar dengerative disc disease. L4-5 has ruptured and is hitting the L5 nerve root - I also have bone spurs, osteoarthritis, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and thickened ligaments at that level. L5-S1 is bulging with complete disc dessication and h
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itting the S1 nerve root. I also have nerve damage and a herniated disc (bulging) in my thoracic spine, mild scoliosis in both thoracic and lumbar spines, and severe myofascial pain syndrome. I have been told I need a lumbar fusion from L4 through S1; however, I am trying conservative treatment first as fusions only have a 50% chance of reducing pain and are most successful at stabilizing the spine. However, back surgery may become unavoidable at some point if the risk of permanent nerve damage (numbness) of one or both of my legs presents itself. I am considering a discectomy in the next 1-2 years.
My battle with chronic pain started over 12 years ago. I have previously managed my chronic pain with MMJ. Past pharmaceutical treatments for chronic pain include Tramadol, Vicodin, Percocet, MS Contin, and Opana ER. I currently manage my pain with opioid therapy (Fentanyl 50 mcg/hr patch w/ Oxycodone IR for breakthrough pain), a muscle relaxer, valium, gabapentin, and an anti-depressant. I also have found adding one Aleve a day helps as well. I also do self-accupressure using a theracane, heat therapy, stretching, and low impact excercise. I feel so lucky to live in Colorado and have a MMJ license...it is my back-up plan! The MMJ in the past has increased the effectiveness of my other meds 10 fold with only 3-4 puffs a day or 1/8th of a medicated brownie once a day as THC also binds to opioid receptors. My current medications are very effective and I haven't needed MMJ with the latest med changes. I also have had 7 lumbar epidural steroid injections. The injections have helped the low back pain significantly; however, they provide relief from the sciatica (radiculopathy) for only 2-3 days. I was on a every 3 month interval for those injections but I am trying to maintain a every 6 month interval to spare my bones.
I enjoy being a part of a community that provides hope and encouragement through support. I also hope to help others by providing answers based on the experiences I have encountered over my journey for pain relief and my quest to live a more enjoyable life. [Less]
My battle with chronic pain started over 12 years ago. I have previously managed my chronic pain with MMJ. Past pharmaceutical treatments for chronic pain include Tramadol, Vicodin, Percocet, MS Contin, and Opana ER. I currently manage my pain with opioid therapy (Fentanyl 50 mcg/hr patch w/ Oxycodone IR for breakthrough pain), a muscle relaxer, valium, gabapentin, and an anti-depressant. I also have found adding one Aleve a day helps as well. I also do self-accupressure using a theracane, heat therapy, stretching, and low impact excercise. I feel so lucky to live in Colorado and have a MMJ license...it is my back-up plan! The MMJ in the past has increased the effectiveness of my other meds 10 fold with only 3-4 puffs a day or 1/8th of a medicated brownie once a day as THC also binds to opioid receptors. My current medications are very effective and I haven't needed MMJ with the latest med changes. I also have had 7 lumbar epidural steroid injections. The injections have helped the low back pain significantly; however, they provide relief from the sciatica (radiculopathy) for only 2-3 days. I was on a every 3 month interval for those injections but I am trying to maintain a every 6 month interval to spare my bones.
I enjoy being a part of a community that provides hope and encouragement through support. I also hope to help others by providing answers based on the experiences I have encountered over my journey for pain relief and my quest to live a more enjoyable life. [Less]
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Aug 24, 2012
"Yes is it for chronic non-cancer pain.
There is now oral Fentanyl in a dissolvable tablet called Fentora but it is indicated only for cancer pain. However, there are a few patients with chronic non-cancer pain that have been prescri..."
Aug 23, 2012
"You're welcome OM :)
I am glad that you have a compassionate physician. I have had the opposite response. Male doctors have been more giving and women doctors more stingy. I would prefer a female doctor that I can easily discuss al..."
I love the Fentanyl patches that I use to manage chronic pain! May 2012 is the first month on the patches! I am currently using my 6th patch which I will change on May 1...
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12/16
I saw your post when trying to find conversions from 120 mg of oxycontin a day to what the equivalent would be of opana er. My insurance is not covering my oxy any longer and the alternative they listed was opana er, well one of them. I have been on this dose since 2005. Your answer seemed the most informed towards another person on this site. Would you please email me your thoughts on the conversion of 120 mgs daily of occupation to the opana er. ***@****. Thank you so much in advance and I hope you are doing well. Kathy.........
12/15
You're in my thoughts often and especially today. Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas. May God Bless you and yours with Peace, Health and Joy during this Magic Season and in the coming New Year!
Holiday ((HUGS))
~Tuck
05/15
Just a quick note to say hi! I can't locate you on MH. I hope you are monitoring this site and COME BACK!!!
Love,
~Tucl
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