Pain Questions (Page 43)

Will a steroid injection help neuropathy pain?

What does it feel like when you have a flare up of diverticulitis? For me it is a stabbing pain...

... in my abdomen, almost like a labor pain, except one right after the other. Goes on for several hours. Then it subsides. I feel wiped out and exhausted. Is this the same for others?

Is it safe to take Gaviscon with ZzzQuil?

My mom has major back pains and chest pains, I need to know immediately if it is safe or not take it, she has hard time sleeping and getting comfortable.

Baclofen - How does baclofen work in gastritis?

Emergency doctor prescribed baclofen for abdominal pain while I think it's gastritis. How does it work here? Came home still with upset stomach, belching and sour mouth. Also prescribed pantoprazole.

My cat loves icy hot?

I use over the counter Icy Hot medicated Lotion for my pain, I have read both pros and cons about this. Every time I put this on my arms shoulder and chest my cat comes and attact me trying to lick it off of me. I had another cat who like the taste of Ben Gay. They also like the smell of it. I am... read more

Opiate Withdrawal - How do I help support and comfort someone who is trying to get off methadone.?

... Can they get off using anxiety meds? What do I pick up to help him with the side effects? He can not miss work to go to the hospital so we are doing this on our own. He has a vacation coming up for 9 days. Will he be over the worst part before going back? He really wants to stop but we can not... read more

Can I take subutex 24hrs after taking 14mgs of methadone?

how long do you have to wait to switch from the subutex to the suboxone?? I just don't want to feel like sh*t coming off of the methadone after 3 years... I am so ready to get over feeling like blahhhh when I don't have anything!! I plan on using 4mg of suboxone a day for about 2 weeks so... read more

What is the difference between hydrocodone, oxycodone, and codiene?

Has anyone had a false positive urine screen drug test for oxycodone?

My test was positive for oxycodone when I have been off oxycodone for over three months, and have only been taking hydrocodone (Norco 10/325), for pain for the month and 1/2 prior to the test? The test came back positive for opiates which is what it is supposed to, but not for oxycodone. Any info... read more

Pain management requirements and marijuana?

Years ago I was assaulted at work, and wound up with chronic, intermittent pain. Occasionally some days are fine, many can be done with 800mg ibuprophen throughout the day. Then there are the days where I have to sit very still, even sleep in a chair with a tall back. And this is with using pain... read more

How does Oxycontin 20mg compare to Norco 10/325?

Was wondering how many Norco/325's would be equal to a 20mg Oxycontin? My Doctor just gave me Oxycontin instead of the Norco that I have been taking for about 3 years.

What is the difference between oxycodone/acetaminophen and hydrocodone/acetaminophen?

I've taken oxycodone/acetaminophen before and it worked for the pain at that time. Now (years later) I pulled some muscles in my back and the doctor prescribed hydrocodone/acetaminophen (along with a muscle relaxer) and it doesn't seem to be working at all along with I feel a little sick... read more

Can Mirena cause pain in my right side?

I had the IUD placed about 8 months ago. I bled for about the first 6 weeks but I was unsure if this was due to just having my second son. I have since had mild to moderate pain on my right side (down by my hip bone). It comes and goes but when I do feel it it helps to put pressure on my side or... read more

Can someone be marked as a pill seeker on their medical records? If so, how can it be removed?

My wife was recently diagnosed with TMJ after 6 months of trial and error by several doctors and dentists. Her main dentist has been prescribing her pain medicine for most of the 6 months. After he did everything he could for her teeth including 3 root canals, an extraction and a bone graft, he... read more

Does coumadin cause muscle and or joint pain or stiffness?

I have been on coumadin for four months and am experiencing joint and muscle pain and stiffness. I am normally very flexible and have never experienced any type of joint or muscle pain before. I had surgery to repair my mitral valve this past April and have been on coumadin and asprin since then.