@lioness

It's good that you're asking your rheumatologist about new medications. You have several pain issues that you are experiencing, so discussing all of them will be helpful. By the way, it's nice to see your picture as I have wondered what you look like. My experience with Amitriptyline was negative as my blood pressure rose sky high the first 24 hours of taking it. The doctor immediately stopped it. Some people have that reaction to it.

Have you considered having a genetic test to determine what pain medications will work for you? They can also determine which antidepressants work. When I see my doctor next, I'm asking for the drug test for antidepressants, as I think I want to change to Lexapro, per a recommendation on this site. I want to check it out before I change.

I'm sorry your hands are hurting. Mine have been hurting lately more than usual. I'm having trouble pushing hard enough with my thumbs that I can get a drop of blood from my finger to test my glucose levels; it's too painful. I guess that's a lot of pain now that I've written it down. I try to ignore it.

Let me know how your appointment goes. Mine isn't until September 18. Hoping you have less pain today.

Gail
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