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Patient Discussions: Chronic Pain - Effective Treatments

Chronic Pain - Effective Treatments

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Please describe what treatments have been effective for your chronic pain.

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Comment from: Sherry, 45-54 Female (Patient)

I have suffered chronic pain in neck, back, muscles and joints along with migraines since the birth of my only child 15 years ago. After years of numerous doctors, medications, blocks, etc. What has helped me most is Lexapro, Neurontin & massage. Lexapro cut pain 75% alone. This was prescribed by neurologist for pain and not depression. It has been the best treatment for me so far. Published: February 18 ::

Comment from: james, 55-64 Male

6 weeks ago I had surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis, but I am still having severe burning in my legs and feet when I am in bed at night. Will this improve through time? I am still taking a lot of medication which does not help. Published: February 18 ::

Comment from: Helen, 65-74 Female (Patient)

I have neuropathic pain in the legs mainly. I have had surgery for removal of all the lymph nodes in the groin and a perfusion of chemotherapy 20 years ago. My last recurrence of cancer in the leg was 10 years ago. I would advise someone finding themselves in the same position with severe chronic pain to get expert help, which they need. I would also recommend joining a pain community. Get the best possible help from a consultant doctor in pain management. Published: September 25 ::

Comment from: cckmbuster, 19-24 Female (Patient)

The only thing that has helped my chronic pain was taking a muscle relaxer and Vicodin. Published: September 25 ::


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