I am on Wellbutrin. My doctor said it helps with the pain but I'm not so sure.
I also see a therapist who focuses on pain management. She use to run groups for pain patients. She is really good. I also meditate. The therapist made me tapes. Meditation helps give me piece of mind.

I go in and out of feeling depressed. I think if someone in chronic pain didn't then something would be wrong. I still long for the life I use to have but not as much anymore. Just know the stages do not happen in the format in the book. They can happen different ways for everyone.

I try to thank God for what I do have everyday. I have a lot of good things in my life. Sure the pain sucks but I'm learning to deal.

That being said I've been at this for 6 years. Give yourself time. Cry if you need to. Talk to your family about how you feel. Let them know your fears.

Keep coming here. The people here have helped me tremendously. It's nice to talk to people who understand!

i take Vaillum 5mg's 2 - 3 a day (am allowed 4) It is used for anxiety as well as Muscle spasms. I often take half or whole one along with my preakthru med (Oxyodone) generic for Percote. I have been taking this does for about 7 years.


Gerry

Thanks so much for the advice. I'm learning.

Tony
Missouri

Actually a bit off topic when mentioning Vallium which is not an antidepressant. Have taken Amitriptyline (Elavil) for several years beginning with the using to help with migraines; eventually for neuropathic pain. It is a tricyclic antidepressant.


Gerry