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What Is The Treatment For Fibromyalgia And Arthritis?
I have fybromyalgia and arthritis in my neck, back, fingers, toes. I have been on the same pain medication for over 20 years; hydrocodone 7.5/325 2 a day. There were times that I was given a higher dosage and 3 a day. This is no longer working for me; the meds last maybe 2 hours and the pain comes back. I also take Prozac and 6/8 advil extra strength Tylenol daily as well. I would like to ask my doctor if he can prescribe something a little stronger or more of the hydrocodone but am afraid. What would be an appropriate way to ask him without looking bad? I do work full time and can t take time off from work as I just started this job. By the time I am finished with work I am just wiped out and my pain level is over the top; I go home to bed. I have no quality of life; I go to work and go home and go to bed. Please help. I am 58 years old and need to work at least 4 more years. Also, in all the years since I was diagnosed I have never asked for more pain medication from any doctor but I am just so tired of being in pain. Please answer truthfully your thoughts.
Thu, 26 Feb 2015
Hello,
Thanks for your query.
** Fibromyalgia can not be totally cured, you can only minimise symptoms by taking various medications. As you can take amitryptiline and duloxetin or you can start Lyrica (pregabalin) consulting you’re treating doctor.
Exercises and stretches plays important role in maintaining symptoms of fibromyalgia.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and tens will help, along with knee exercises.
A holistic approach is required, which includes exercises, meditation, SKY [sudarshan kriya yoga] and acupuncture along with healthy diet and herbs.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
Thanks for your query.
** Fibromyalgia can not be totally cured, you can only minimise symptoms by taking various medications. As you can take amitryptiline and duloxetin or you can start Lyrica (pregabalin) consulting you’re treating doctor.
Exercises and stretches plays important role in maintaining symptoms of fibromyalgia.
Physiotherapy like ultrasound and tens will help, along with knee exercises.
A holistic approach is required, which includes exercises, meditation, SKY [sudarshan kriya yoga] and acupuncture along with healthy diet and herbs.
I do hope that you have found something helpful and I will be glad to answer any further query.
Take care
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