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Chronic pain in from osteoarthritis & stenosis
I'm 96.5 years old and in constant extreme pain. I have chronic pain in my lower back with osteoarthritis, stenosis, and degenerative disc disease. The only thing my Doctor says is to take Tylenol, which has no effect. I've asked for something stronger, but he doesn't believe in pain pills. I have been trying to find another Doctor, but so far no luck. It would be nice to be pain-free for my few final days. Any suggestions?
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@blue717
Thank you!
Just thinking - not sure where you live, facilities available to you, etc.
This may sound a bit odd but do you live in an area with hospice facilities or similar?
As a retired RN I am thinking if so, someone who works with them/for them may know the names of MDs being much more empathetic to your pain control needs.
You may have to get someone to advocate for you - younger relative, neighbor you trust, someone through church or other religious organizations.
Boy, if I lived near you I would offer to try to help. I agree, you should NOT have to be so miserable at such an age!
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1 ReactionYou need care. Dump that jerk of a doctor. Call a pain clinic, most of them manage pain meds. You'll probably need a referral. If on Medicare or Medicaid call them. Ask someone to help you. I am so sorry.
@cathyz57. CBD hemp oil under my tongue doesn't do much for me but I took a very minimal amount.
I live in Kansas & THC is illegal. The dispensaries are full of elderly buying THC gummies, etc.