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Originally Posted by LMPinkereton
I read these forums daily, but rarely post. I really appreciate the feedback. As I said, I'm getting desperate.
Regretfully, I tried antidepressants for about a year. They helped (very) slightly (in that I slept better), but on the other hand I just sat around all day and didn't care about doing anything all at. So I stopped them.
Several years ago, I did the no sugar, supplements, lost 30 lbs, etc. and after 9 months, I felt worse, so I stopped that too. None of my labs showed any improvement either.
I have resigned myself to the fact that I'll never be able to do anything again. What ever I have to do to get through the day I do, even if it means staying in bed for several days in a row.
Just chimed in here in hopes of something new for the pain.
(Wish people would try to understand how this disease works, instead of my having to explain myself at every turn.)
Thanks
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Hi LMPinkerton,
I understand your frustration with needing help with pain and finding some options too sedating.
There are often additional options for treating the pain. There are antidepressants, as you've mentioned. There are anti-epileptic meds, too.
There are various types of pain medications as well. There are many approaches to treating pain.
In order to get more help with pain, I had to be very direct and also argued "quality of life." I was met with understanding and cooperation.
Please discuss your options with your doctor.
Your quality of life is very important.
DejaVu