Hi. I have been on Gabapentin (neurontin) and it's saved me. I have a hard time waking up in the morning but this is the only thing that allows me to sleep through most of the night and not go crazy...
Thanks everyone for your replies. I think my reaction is caused by the patch. However, it's not because I'm losing the effect of the patch because I get the headache after I've changed it. It's...
Thanks for the reply Soccergirl. Sorry to hear about your situation. Be very careful about getting of pain medication. I would encourage you to talk with your doctor before you attempt it. Looks like...
I've been on the 100mcg of the Fentanyl patch and it works really well controlling my pain. However, about twice a month I get these horrible headaches, like overdose headaches. My sinuses and the...
Cap, I appreciate your response. I'm glad you have such a great outlook on life! My husband doesn't want to be on any medication. He has tried numerous medications over the years and has never liked...
Thanks Warren and Cap. I am really glad you both responded so I can hear the other side of it. I know there are always 2 sides to a situation. I am having a hard time dealing with the 'all over the...
Hi Stressed and Rosie. I am on the Chronic Pain group and thought I'd check this site because my husband too is bipolar and I need some advise. We started dating over 5 years ago and things seemed...
I'm very happy to hear you're going in for therapy! Good for you!! Even though we are with our spouses for better or for worse, you have to look out for your sanity. Unfortunately it will take about...
Wow Lori, I'm really sorry to hear what you have been going through. That is extremely scary for you. I personally think you need professional help in dealing with this. This place is a great forum...
Hi everyone. I recently joined the forum under chronic pain. I have chronic back pain and have been frustrated with the medical community and was looking for a place to vent and learn from others. I...