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I wrote in another neuropathy group yesterday about my surgery mistake damaged my intercostal nerves. That resulted in a flank bulge, which I had never known I had a FLANK and it’s now called pseudo hernia. Once the intercostal nerve is damaged, a recent study indicates there’s a domino effect to other nerves resulting in neuropathy pain and in my case ET, essential tremors. It was 6-8 months after the surgery that both those issues appeared. Of course, the neurologist prescribed gabapentin. I had been prescribed that drug previously and have it on my Allergy List. I use lidocaine topically and have Tramadol for other pain in the pseudo hernia.
The neurologist wanted me to use gabapenatal/Lyrica. No. My friend says she feels like a zombie. I had anxiety and confusion and trembling. No!
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A doctor prescribed Lyrica for my Fibromyalgia. Although I started out on the lowest dosage (I am ever so sensitive to many, many drugs and many homeopathic products). Even at the lowest dosage of the Lyrica, I felt a definite difference ... an all over feeling of calm and reduction of aches and pains. BUT...after a couple of months I became zombie like - didn't have any desire to do anything. I stopped taking it.
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Hello @gshfmb, welcome to Connect. How unfortunate that you've had all these problems. I know the challenges of pain management can be confusing and frustrating. Mixing Gabapentin and Lyrica is an extreme measure. I hear it works for some if you can get past the side effects to determine if the pain relief outweighs. You say, "No!"
Let me ask you this, have you considered the alternative, such as a pain rehabilitation program? Mayo Clinic offers an incredible pain rehabilitation program at all 3 Mayo locations. It encompasses a comprehensive plan of treating both the mind and body. Is it something you may be interested in?