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Chronic Pain | Last Active: Dec 17, 2021 | Replies (25)
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@jetsetter

Thank you, I needed to hear this. I will go see the pain management doctor on Tuesday and then decide what's next. I will at least hear what she has to offer, doesn't mean I have to do anything. I have to really take a look at the whole picture and keep working with what I have. Glad you were able to get help at Mayo.

I am my best advocate, but it is tiring and stressful. No one else will do it for you, that's for sure.

Thank you thank you! I'll let you know what comes next..

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Dec 17, 2021

Oh I understand how tiring it can be. But the best thing I ever did was to switch from a "pain doc" to a pain management doc.

It was hard work, but it was 15f and damp here today. 2 years ago, I would have been on the couch, in pain, with a heating pad.

Today I ran errands, attended a meeting, and worked on Christmas gifts. Oh, I ache, but I now understand how to stay in control- without pain meds, NSAIDS or opioids. So now I am in "pause, rest & regroup" mode.

I wish you the best as you try a new and hopefully better option.
Sue

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