Pain Questions (Page 86)

Is sciatica pain in the calf common? It hurts no matter if Im sitting or laying down?

I have degenerative disc disease in my C, T & L spine. The lumbar disc degeneration was marked as advanced in my X-ray report. I also have degeneration @ my S1. I have had very mild sciatica before in my left leg. So Ive always compensated with my right leg. About 2 months ago the pain started... read more

Can I cut my 75 mg Elavil tablet in half?

Does Indomethacin actually treat the goutty crystallyine deposits in your joints?

Yes I do use Indomethacin for my gout but my side effect is when I urinate it's a really long and difficult process. Seriously you'd think I was in the bathroom doing #2 how long it would take me. Even after I'm done I'd have to urinate a couple of more times shortly thereafter.... read more

Is severe leg and ankle pain normal when coming off steroids?

I have been on prednisone for about 2 weeks and took last dose 2 days ago.Having edema in ankles and extreme pain in ankles and knees

Is oxycodone apap 10/325 oval white m523 the same as endocet ?

I have avascular necrosis in my knees And hips I have one full hip replacement and one partial hip replacement I've been taking oxycodone apap 10/325 m 523 for 2 1/2 years I take three a day My pain through the night and day is sometimes unbearable When sitting or standing My knees now are the... read more

Xanax - Will alprazolam help my chronic back pain?

I'm on .25 mg 3 times a day and barely notice any difference in my anxiety.

Neulasta - What can I use for the bone pain in my legs?

I had my first injection 10 days ago and the pain started in my legs at day 9. I have used Claritin and Tylenol with no relief.

Acetaminophen/Tramadol - Can I take tramadol if I have ulser a?

I have pain on my rotator cuff can I take tremedol if I have ulsers or gastritis?

I'm used to taking 2 300mg of Gabapentin 3 times a day, my Dr. decided to put me on 1 600mg tablet?

Why does the 1 600mg tablet not have the same affect as the 2 300mg capsules have? My lower back musles are so tight, they don't seem to relax as they did when taking 2 300mg's. I have pain all the time now, instead of, when it's been 8 hours since my last pill. Is the tablet form... read more

Butrans - has anyone gained weight, and how do you stop the weight gain?

have had the patch for 1 week and have gained 5 pounds i have arthridis and knee problems. the med works ok but i cant do the weight gain im already 50 pounds over weight. and the pain is still here. i am on the 10 mcg patch. please help. also the itching has been declining but was itching so bad... read more

Prolia - Excessive pain in the groin, hip and upper thigh for a week. What can I do for it?

I was diagnosed with Multiple Myloma 5 weeks ago.I'm receiving Chemo, 3 weeks on and one week off. I told my regular doctor and my cancer doctor about this pain. They ordered an MRI, which came out negative, but have not prescribed anything else for this pain. I've only received one shot... read more

Will Phenazopyridine alter a urine test to check for pain meds?

I am required to take a urine test every three months to make to make sure that I am taking my pain medication as prescribed. I just got diagnosed with a UTI and the doctor prescribed phenazopyridine for me. I am scared that this medicine will make my urine test incorrect and it will look like I am... read more

Why would doctor prescribe pain pills instead of muscle relaxers after shoulder surgery?

I had surgery for torn slap on right shoulder. I am in my 6th week of therapy and pain medication does not help much. Would'nt muscle relaxers be more effective?

Please help been pain patient for13y same dr. failed drug test?

i like others my medicine dosnt last near as long as it use to for the past 2yrs i always run short. so last wk failed drug test. my dr wrote last script and dismissed me. he has sent 2 referrals out they saw where i failed drug test and said they couldnt see me. Iam in a panic to find a dr IDO NOT... read more

Is Ibuprofen at a 400mg dosage every 4-6 hours a good solution for moderate-severe period pains or?

... is there something better I could be taking? I am fifteen years of age and in good health. These moderate - severe period pains are very common on the first day of bleeding, often my stomach goes very tense and sometimes the pain is intense enough to make me vomit.