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Originally Posted by Seaglass1972
I have a follow up tomorrow with my NP. I have tried and failed, gabapentin,
tramadol, Cymbalta, and amitriptalynie. I take flexural and Ativan as needed to help the spasms, and for sleep. They are not perfect, but I have no side effects from those 2.
My NP wants me to take Oxycodone. I just cannot take this medication. I have not filled the script. The way I respond to the lower forms of meds, has me petrified to even take the oxycodone.
Because I am a work comp patient, I still have not been approved to see a neurologist and at this point I think I will have to go to the ER. What can they do for me??
Have any of you had side effects from all of the above and oxy??
My CRPS is in my right arm to right hand. Today though, the bottom of my feet are burning and I am getting really worried. I don't know what to do. I had a gastric bypass 5 years ago and I do not absorb the meds the way someone with a normal stomach does, I think this is part of the issue. My CRPS happened this past December from a work accident. This is just terrible.
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Have they tried a stellate ganglion block? Some people find relief from these and it may be worth looking into because its not an oral medication.
I understand the frustrations of being a WC patient and sometimes it helps to be really on them about getting the care you need. One thing I have found helpful is instead of making an appointment through a central scheduling service try calling the office directly. Often times I am able to get in sooner when I explain very polity that I am in a considerable amount of pain and is there anyway I can get a sooner appointment.
Good luck and I hope you find some relief.