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Originally Posted by Ariadne
Had a good talk to doctor today 
He's agreed carbamazepine not for me.
Going to try amitryptilene(sp?!) for pain and to help me sleep.
Also antibiotic in case there is an infection going on in lypmh / glands as my neck and ear have both got some tenderness & swelling. The fact that ibuprofen helps might suggest something swollen or inflamed is causing a problem.
And has ordered an MRI.
Feeling hopeful that the right steps are being taken |
Amitryptiline is anti-depressant that's sometimes used for neuropathic pain. But unlike ibuprofen it doesn't really reduce swelling or inflammation. Despite cutting out the carbamazepine, it sound like your GP thinks it's nerve related.
Had you been sick prior to all of this? There's something called "Post Viral Syndrome" that can cause the symptoms you're experiencing.