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Has anyone else experienced issues with a newly implanted pain pump?

Chronic Pain | Last Active: Jun 3 3:34pm | Replies (38)
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@jeffspain

I have a Medtronic Pain Pump with Methadone. I believe it makes my nerves burn in my legs and feet more. Had Fentanyl before that. I am very curious what you have in your pump. We seem to have a lot of the same back work. I would appreciate your help. Thank you. I have wanted to go up to the Mayo Clinic years ago and they turned me down. I don’t get it. Live in Watertown Wi. Please tell me what is working for you. I need help.

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archie2 | @archie2 | May 24 10:27am

Hi- Archie here—your meds in pump sounds like going from champagne to alcohol free beer. Are you saying that you had Fentanyl in the pump and they changed that to Methadone? Or… were you taking oral or patch Fentanyl and a pump was installed and filled with Methadone? It’s not my place to comment on anybody’s drug use or choice, but this sounds very much like an attempt to desensitize you to Fentanyl— it may be part of a process to titrate the correct dose of meds or even an attempt to find the right med. I have had a pump since 2007 and the med is Dilaudid. It’s been a gift from God and I have never had to take oral opioids. HAVE A FACE TO FACE WITH YOUR DOCTOR— you deserve a clear and concise explanation of the treatment plan and what to expect down the road. Keep a journal of your activities, pain levels and any oral meds you take. Good luck. Best, Archie

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