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Posted 9/1/2013 1:20 PM (GMT 0)
I really can't tell where they gave me the shot.No soreness at all.I guess that's good.The actual Doctor gave me this one.They told me he gave me the 1st as well but I'm pretty sure he didn't.

I saw my PCP last week and he definitely doesn't like my Pain Management Doctor.He told me that if you refuse the injections that he will dismiss you.

I do think he's finally accepted the fact that I'm just wanting to improve the quality of my life with Pain Management and am not trying to get high.We had a long talk.I couldn't ask for a better Doctor.He actually told me that if the Nucynta didn't give me enough relief I should look into Oxyconton.I never thought I would hear him say that.

3rd shot is a month from now.So far,so good.

Hope everyone's weekend is going well,
Rick
Posted 9/1/2013 3:19 PM (GMT 0)
Hello Rick!

Sounds like you have a good Dr there! I'm on Nucynta as well, and taking 400mg a day. We then added Lyrica and Mobic to the mix, and Percocet's to the mix, giving me a much better quality of life back.

If you don't mind me asking, what dose does he have you on of the Nucynta? I have been on almost every med out there, and the Nucynta has worked the best, and there is very little withdraw if I miss a dose.

Keep searching for a combination that will work best for you, and be patient, as it can take a while.

SE
Posted 9/2/2013 11:42 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Screaming Eagle.I'm taking Nucynta 150 twice a day.It works really well for me and seems to last longer than other extended release meds I've tried.I also take Mobic.
Currently I don't have anything for Break-though pain and there's usually not a day goes by that I don't need something.
The Pain Management I go to has me coming every 2 months so it seems hard to get any face time with a Doctor or Physician's Assistant there.That's probably just the way I perceive it though.
I've never asked them for a BT Med,so I guess it's up to me.

Hope everyone has a low-pain day,
Rick

Post Edited (tidalmouse) : 9/3/2013 3:57:19 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 9/3/2013 1:20 PM (GMT 0)
I'm also taking 400MG of Nucynta ER mixed with my Percocet's which has helped me tremendously. I also take Exalgo 8MG every morning, 24 hour pain pill.

I've refused injections the last 3 PM visits (3 months) because the last 3 times I was on vacation, then my Dad was getting a stent, one time I felt great and didn't want to get an injection to just get one. I mean if I'm fine that particular day why mess it up? Next time I go I'm sure I'll have to get something or it'll look like I'm going for just meds.

I've had over 200 injections and it's hit or miss really. Sometimes I feel great afterwards and sometimes I'm worse.
Posted 9/3/2013 10:05 PM (GMT 0)
jpjr50

Has having that many injections caused any problems other than not helping?I don't mind getting the injections,even if it's hit or miss.I just have this fear that they may cause problems down the road.I hope this fear is unfounded.

Thanks,
Rick
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