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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Jackson, TN
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Location: Jackson, TN
Posts: 242
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Julie K - there are dozens of meds that are being used to help with PN pain. It takes time to find one or a combination of meds that might help. The biggest problem is finding a physician that knows what the heck s/he is doing AND one that is willing to work with you. Most doctors simply do not want to deal with patients in chronic moderate to severe pain.
Having said that - they are out there. More and more physicians are recognizing that chronic pain is a legitimate medical condition and that the patient suffering from this malady is entitled to the best the medical profession has to offer. If you are not pleased with your present doctor ask him for a referrel to an experienced pain specialist - preferably one that deals with neuropathic pain. Check out whatever resources you have in your local area - the chances are good that if you live in or near a metropolitan area that you will be able to find help. And, here is a site that may be useful:
http://www.clevelandclinic.org/healt...12079&src=news
Another problem is the fact there have been doctors arrested and convicted of overprescriping pain meds, or.....whatever. This has scared the bejeebers out of most physicians and as a result they don't even want to see a patient with pain. Despite this, there are doctors who will care for you and will do so while obeying all the rules...including the best of all rules: common sense!
Good treatment IS available though it may take some effort on your part. I realize what I have said is general rather than specific but I hope it will encourage you to seek out a good physician and not settle for mediocrity....and NEVER, EVER give up! Good luck and keep us informed.
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Last edited by DanP; 06-18-2007 at 11:47 AM.
Reason: Add the last paragraph
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