pain management…not in bones
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pain management…not in bones

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    • February 15, 2014 at 6:53 pm
    triciad
    Participant

    Sorry to bother you all again, but I just found out that the cancer is not in the bones…they "thought" it was in the bones because of the severe pain.  However, the pet showed no bone involvement.    So if anyone knows any good medication for severe pain, I would greatly appreciate some advice.

    Thanks for your support!

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      • February 15, 2014 at 7:41 pm
      Bleeds
      Participant

      Hi Tricia,

      I had a chemo treatment in November (FCR) for CLL which I have had for 5+ years. A week after the chemo I had severe pain in my joints. Every joint in my body was killing me. Couldn't get out of bed. When I forced myself to get out, I was bent over and felt like a really old man. Doctor put me on a prednisone taper. Started off with 30mg for a week, then 20, 10, 5, and then 5 every other day for a week. After the first dose, I was like wow finally relief. Now when the joints heat up I take 2.5 dose and good for the whole day. I am new to melanoma and have no idea if you can take steroids but worth a chat with your doc.

      Good luck an glad it's not in the bones….

      Gary

      • February 15, 2014 at 7:41 pm
      Bleeds
      Participant

      Hi Tricia,

      I had a chemo treatment in November (FCR) for CLL which I have had for 5+ years. A week after the chemo I had severe pain in my joints. Every joint in my body was killing me. Couldn't get out of bed. When I forced myself to get out, I was bent over and felt like a really old man. Doctor put me on a prednisone taper. Started off with 30mg for a week, then 20, 10, 5, and then 5 every other day for a week. After the first dose, I was like wow finally relief. Now when the joints heat up I take 2.5 dose and good for the whole day. I am new to melanoma and have no idea if you can take steroids but worth a chat with your doc.

      Good luck an glad it's not in the bones….

      Gary

        • February 15, 2014 at 8:07 pm
        triciad
        Participant

        Gary,

        Thanks so much for this information.  I know she is beginning chemo next week, so this might really come in handy!

        I hope you are doing well and continue to do so for many more decades!!!

        Tricia

        • February 15, 2014 at 8:07 pm
        triciad
        Participant

        Gary,

        Thanks so much for this information.  I know she is beginning chemo next week, so this might really come in handy!

        I hope you are doing well and continue to do so for many more decades!!!

        Tricia

        • February 15, 2014 at 8:07 pm
        triciad
        Participant

        Gary,

        Thanks so much for this information.  I know she is beginning chemo next week, so this might really come in handy!

        I hope you are doing well and continue to do so for many more decades!!!

        Tricia

      • February 15, 2014 at 7:41 pm
      Bleeds
      Participant

      Hi Tricia,

      I had a chemo treatment in November (FCR) for CLL which I have had for 5+ years. A week after the chemo I had severe pain in my joints. Every joint in my body was killing me. Couldn't get out of bed. When I forced myself to get out, I was bent over and felt like a really old man. Doctor put me on a prednisone taper. Started off with 30mg for a week, then 20, 10, 5, and then 5 every other day for a week. After the first dose, I was like wow finally relief. Now when the joints heat up I take 2.5 dose and good for the whole day. I am new to melanoma and have no idea if you can take steroids but worth a chat with your doc.

      Good luck an glad it's not in the bones….

      Gary

      • February 15, 2014 at 7:42 pm
      jim Breitfeller
      Participant

      Pain management can improve quality of life at any stage of cancer, so managing your pain is your # 1 priority. An experienced Pain Management team cares for you throughout your treatment to help reduce your pain and ensure that you are comfortable. They use a variety of modalities to treat and control pain, including:

      • Prescription medications
      • Implanted pain pumps
      • Nerve block therapies
      • Physical therapy
      • Acupuncture and auriculotherapy
      • Massage therapy
      • Relaxation techniques and guided imagery
      • Chiropractic treatment

       

      Jimmy B

      • February 15, 2014 at 7:42 pm
      jim Breitfeller
      Participant

      Pain management can improve quality of life at any stage of cancer, so managing your pain is your # 1 priority. An experienced Pain Management team cares for you throughout your treatment to help reduce your pain and ensure that you are comfortable. They use a variety of modalities to treat and control pain, including:

      • Prescription medications
      • Implanted pain pumps
      • Nerve block therapies
      • Physical therapy
      • Acupuncture and auriculotherapy
      • Massage therapy
      • Relaxation techniques and guided imagery
      • Chiropractic treatment

       

      Jimmy B

        • February 15, 2014 at 8:10 pm
        triciad
        Participant

        Thanks Jimmy!

        I've forwarded these suggestions to my friend.

        Actually, some of these might come in handy for me after all of the shoveling!  A little massage therapy sounds really good right now.

        Thanks again for your help!

        Tricia

         

        • February 15, 2014 at 8:10 pm
        triciad
        Participant

        Thanks Jimmy!

        I've forwarded these suggestions to my friend.

        Actually, some of these might come in handy for me after all of the shoveling!  A little massage therapy sounds really good right now.

        Thanks again for your help!

        Tricia

         

        • February 15, 2014 at 8:10 pm
        triciad
        Participant

        Thanks Jimmy!

        I've forwarded these suggestions to my friend.

        Actually, some of these might come in handy for me after all of the shoveling!  A little massage therapy sounds really good right now.

        Thanks again for your help!

        Tricia

         

      • February 15, 2014 at 7:42 pm
      jim Breitfeller
      Participant

      Pain management can improve quality of life at any stage of cancer, so managing your pain is your # 1 priority. An experienced Pain Management team cares for you throughout your treatment to help reduce your pain and ensure that you are comfortable. They use a variety of modalities to treat and control pain, including:

      • Prescription medications
      • Implanted pain pumps
      • Nerve block therapies
      • Physical therapy
      • Acupuncture and auriculotherapy
      • Massage therapy
      • Relaxation techniques and guided imagery
      • Chiropractic treatment

       

      Jimmy B

      • February 15, 2014 at 10:02 pm
      mary in Rhode Island
      Participant

      Hi Tricia,  Cancer centers usually have wonderful Pain Management Departments.  I hope your friend advocates for the help that is needed.  Best wishes.

      • February 15, 2014 at 10:02 pm
      mary in Rhode Island
      Participant

      Hi Tricia,  Cancer centers usually have wonderful Pain Management Departments.  I hope your friend advocates for the help that is needed.  Best wishes.

      • February 15, 2014 at 10:02 pm
      mary in Rhode Island
      Participant

      Hi Tricia,  Cancer centers usually have wonderful Pain Management Departments.  I hope your friend advocates for the help that is needed.  Best wishes.

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