I have a friend who took Neurontin for neck-related pain--I think it helped quite a lot, and the side effects were livable for her.
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08-22-2008, 08:06 PM #1
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08-22-2008, 08:48 PM #2
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Neurontin is a very effective drug for nerve mediated pain so it should help. The epidural injections are low risk and also can help a lot. Obviously surgery is never a desired outcome but it can be very effective in treating this type of thing and I've seen plenty of patients do very well after this type of surgery.
Snap - I'm happy that things are getting taken care of. You've been suffering from this way too long and I know what's coming is scary but you need your life back and this is a step in the right direction. (((((Hugs)))).Living life like there's no tomorrow.
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08-22-2008, 09:13 PM #3
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It's scary but since now they know what it is, they can start fixing it. I know you've been dealing with this since I came to the forum and that is a long time to be dealing with the unknown.
I think you will be fine. The "s" word is horrifying, I know! But whatever makes this better, is worth it. It sounds like you have options and this will be resolved one way or the other.
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08-23-2008, 02:25 AM #4
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(((((snap)))))
Sure hope the meds do the trick. But if not, you have a plan, so that's good. Hang in there kiddo!Speed comes from what you put behind you. - Judi Ketteler
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08-23-2008, 03:11 AM #5
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I hope things are starting to move towards a pain free time for you Snap.
Keep us up to date with how you are getting on.The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
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08-23-2008, 03:47 AM #6
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Snap - Glad you finally have a doc who can give you some solid answers and a plan!
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