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Severe RA And Fibromyalgia, Had Heart Attacks, Depression, Stent Inserted. On Percocet And Morphine. Take Statin?

ok, I have severe RA and fibromyalgia since 1995 so you can imagine all the meds I've been on. Right now I am taking Percocet 10mg qnd morphine 30 mg. So its not working the way it did in the beginning. I don't know what to ask my dr. next. Should I stay on this regimen and just increase the strength, or should I think about a different "cocktail". I am on SSD. These illnesses have taken over my life, the pain is unbearable - I do have some days that are better than others, but not to frequently. I am a 55 yr old female and I live with my mom. I have 1 son and 2 grandbabies. I am not an addict ~ I just need to take my meds in the morning to function. Oh btw, I have had 2 heart attacs with a stent inserted after each 1. I also had a major reaction to a statin which caused major setback on my left leg which resulted in the need of a cane. oh so much, I could go on and on. If you feel like you could help me send along an email where I could reach you. Oh and I have major depression. I have issues with meds some work and some don't. Thanks for listening, Valerie
Wed, 25 Sep 2013
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

You may need to start DMARDS for RA .
You are just taking pain relieving drugs which may not be sufficient.

You should do lifestyle modification for cambating al these problems.

You can visit my hospital in INDIA at aurangabad.

continue physiotherapy , weight reduction ,and exercises.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care
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Severe RA And Fibromyalgia, Had Heart Attacks, Depression, Stent Inserted. On Percocet And Morphine. Take Statin?

Hello, I have studied your case. You may need to start DMARDS for RA . You are just taking pain relieving drugs which may not be sufficient. You should do lifestyle modification for cambating al these problems. You can visit my hospital in INDIA at aurangabad. continue physiotherapy , weight reduction ,and exercises. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care