Chronic Pain members - Welcome, please introduce yourself

@19lin I have had many MRI's with no pain, You do not have wiring from a<br>neuro stimulator in you, do you? ladyjane85<br><br>

ladyjane85: No, I do have a lot of shrapnel in my stump and a little in some other parts but no electrical items, and I do not believe there is shrapnel in my spine or back as far as I know? My stump or other areas don't seem to bother me when I get an MRIs although I don't know why since the MRI is a big magnet? I drove a light weight type of tank called an armored personnel carrier, which was mostly made of aluminum, but the landmine would have been made of mental designed to fragment into many small sharp projectiles. I really can't think why it only gets really hot along my spine? I have not had any more in the last few years so I guess it will have to wait until next time or hope there is no need for any more. 19lin

@19lin Well, Lin you have had a lot to deal with, more than I imagined<br>when i responded. Your drs certainly should<br> be able to figure out if any of that material could cause the burning. You<br>are an honor to our military, and I salute you.<br>Just hate to hear all of what you all go through. My very best that your<br>pains become less. ladyjane85<br><br>

Hello! I am 52 and have been diagnosed with Degenerative Disc Disease,Spinal Stenosis, and Fibromyalgia. My cervical spine has been bad for 18+ years. Pain Management has treated me with epidurals, facet injections, PT and various pain meds.I cannot take any NSAIDS ie Celebrex, Ibuprophen etc, as I had gastric bypass 9 years ago and have GERD. I have given in and applied for SS disability because I am extremely limited in daily living activities let alone anything social. I'm currently not on any meds for the neck pain which is 9-10. The fibro is generally controlled by Cymbalta and moving around as much as I can. I'm lookiing forward to getting to know you!

Hello....I live with chronic pain. I was diagnosed with CFS/Fibromyalgia in 2001 but was treated for suspected Lyme's this year as was bitten in 2000 and had the EM rash, Bells Palsy.Since treatment my pain and fatigue has increased and I burn severely on waking. I have had lesions which have now cleared. Wondered if anyone here has Chronic Lyme's or (suspected)and experiences severe burning as if from inside out but their skin hurts too.
I would like to share with anyone who has similar symptoms?
(Bloods results were negative)
I try to do the best I can with my limitations. I used to write music and still compose poetry and when have energy, do bespoke calligraphy.
Thank you.

My name is Janice, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2007. Since then I haven't been able to work. I have been in constant pain. For the first 3 years I was able to manage with just physio, walking and vitamins. Then that wasn't enough. I am on Tramadol 200mg SR 22x Daily, Paracetamol 500mg & Codeine 30mg 8x Daily. As soon as I try to do anything I'm in agony. My Rheumatologist hasn't done a full physical examination for about a year as it is far too painful for me. I was on Targin 40/20 twice a day, was doing really well on until government said I couldn't have it anymore. I have tried Methadone, Savella and Memantin. None of these have worked for me. The Fibromyalgia has left me a physical wreck.

Seek a second opinion from a different doctor and see if both are on the same tract or different ones. Also, have you updated as much symptoms and elements that have changed since you sought treatment--so as to know if anything else was or could be involved?

irvkay312

I'm a 69 year old female in the Atlanta area who has severe back/spine problems and am trying to avoid surgery. Standing and walking are painful and I have to sit or lie down after a few minutes. I've had the partial nerve blocks in the back, been to a chiropractor (suggested by the surgeon) and am trying to do exercise classes and/or water aerobics. This has helped some but now I'm having tingling down my left leg down to my toes. My balance is getting worse and the pain in my butt/rear area and leg is bothering me more. I'm interesting in others who have had spine surgery and if it has helped their pain.

Hi, My name is Hosta. I would llke to join a group on chronic pain. I have had 2 spinal surgeries plus a surgery to repair a compression fracture. Now I have 4 more compression fractures. Dr. says there is nothing they can do now. I hurt all the time. Plus I have had a hip replacement and surgery to repair my shoulder. All on the left side. I still have pain in the hip and the shoulder. I am on Fentanyl 25 that doesn't help that much. What more can I do? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

I empathise with you. I would say I am also a physical wreck too after nearly 16 years. I take oxynorm for the pain, it just takes the edge off it. Coping with this level of disability after being very active with a demanding job is very hard to endure.
Take good care of yourself. Sharing is good. I only joined today too.