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How Can Severe Pain Be Managed While Weaning Off Medications?
Question: Hi I have been on a pain meds and the gov is trying to reduce all of these with terrible results.most days my pain is at least an eight.can you point me. In the right direction YYYY@YYYY thank you for your time. Marguerite wood
Brief Answer:
Discuss with your doctor. Seek second opinion. Get psychological tips.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. I understand that your doctor is trying to wean you off the pain medication. Such a process is not easy and there are not many alternatives. You may try taking acetaminophen 1g per dose maximum 4g per day. Hot compress can help. You may also get in touch with a psychologist who can help you with psychological methods that can help you to cope with pain. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help.
You may also seek opinion from a different primary care physician.
Regards
Discuss with your doctor. Seek second opinion. Get psychological tips.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
I have gone through your query and understand your concerns. I understand that your doctor is trying to wean you off the pain medication. Such a process is not easy and there are not many alternatives. You may try taking acetaminophen 1g per dose maximum 4g per day. Hot compress can help. You may also get in touch with a psychologist who can help you with psychological methods that can help you to cope with pain. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help.
You may also seek opinion from a different primary care physician.
Regards
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