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- February 15, 2014 at 6:53 pm
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
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
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- February 15, 2014 at 7:41 pm
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
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- February 15, 2014 at 7:41 pm
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
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- February 15, 2014 at 7:42 pm
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
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- February 15, 2014 at 7:42 pm
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
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- February 15, 2014 at 7:42 pm
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
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- February 15, 2014 at 10:02 pm
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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- February 15, 2014 at 10:02 pm
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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- February 15, 2014 at 10:02 pm
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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