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I have a Pain pump with Morphine, I'm still in so much Pain
Chronic Pain | Last Active: Mar 5 1:22am | Replies (38)Comment receiving replies
@heisenberg34 I think that a catheter revision might be a solution to this. As I have said many times before, if the meds are not dropped on the right nerve/spot it simply will not work. I think you should ask for some orals for breakthrough pain because the pump isn’t always capable of dealing with all the complexities of each case/injury. This device ia the very definition of “targeted pain management”, the placement of the catheter matters a lot when dealing with pumps. Also I am a strong believer in having two medications in the pump to increase efficacy. If you are not receiving any relief then something needs to change, maybe a revision surgery is necessary to make sure the catheter is exactly where it needs to be. I hope you figure it out and get help and relief. This group will always be here for you, if anything just for a listening ear
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@alexandercrps I know this might sound like a silly question but I thought you would be the person to ask. When getting a pain pump implanted, how does the doctor deal with someone like me who has multiple areas of severe pain in my spine. I’m so worried about this and having to deal with my severe pain. I’m terrified! How do they address this?! Thank you!
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@alexandercrps Thanks. I appreciate your words of wisdom. If only my PM doc had an ounce of empathy. I've been going to him for two and a half years and the only thing he has done is to refill the pump and take his money. Despite my requests for him to look deeper into my case, discuss it with colleagues, even try altering my meds(tramadol, gabapentin, and diclofenac K). Apparently he knows everything so there is no need to consult with anyone else. Sorry, I am just expressing my anger. I have gotten more help and information from this group than this doctor. I hope you have a blessed day.