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Suggest Treatment For Fibromyalgia

Posted on Fri, 4 Dec 2015

Question: I had colon cancer 9 years ago and survived but am left with fibro myalgia as a result, I have been told. It is usually very well controlled with medication , rest and exercise. Today I am having the worst flare up ever. What should I do.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (49 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Fibromyalgia

Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Savella contains milnacipran which specifically was approved for treating fibromyalgia. The medication is fine. If the severity persists then pregabalin can be added to the savella. Trigger point injections with local anesthetic is an option that can be used in severe cases not responding to medication or during flares. You may go to a doctor near you or fix an appointment with your doctor and discuss these options.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Let me know if you have any query

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