Antonia; have you tried Beth Israel? It's in your backyard & they have an excellent pain management reputation. Of course, it's not the place for diagnostics. If you apply for a new appt at Mayo, make no reference to any prior communication or reference #, if you were given one. Up until a few weeks ago, I was taking methadone & dilaudid for my pain. Now they don't help. I'm currently undergoing a cocktail of anticonvulsant, antidepressant, anti-anxiety, antibiotic & muscle relaxer meds. So far, little relief but some haven't had time to work yet. Believe it or not, nsaids are recommended over opiates, possibly for their anti-inflammatory properties.
Sue: Thanks for the compliment but especially the prayers.
I pray everyone has a geat weekend.
Gramps