Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Resources
About MyFibroTeam
Powered By
Real members of MyFibroTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Dr Refusal Of Giving Medication

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Sonora NS

My doctor has given me Ativan ( sp) but every time i talk about the pain i am told to have a hot bath ( i get nauseated and vomit if im in hot water too long) or to rest, to put my feet up etc, i know i shouldn't be begging for medication but the ibprophen isn't even touching it!!! I haven't been on pain meds before so im not sure how to go abouts asking her in a less subtle way i guess that i need something before my body falls apart.

June 20, 2016
•
View reactions
A MyFibroTeam Member

the doctor may not want to put you on opioids especially if you are on a benzodiazepine. But describe the pain you feel, and he may give you an antiseizure med or serotonin or norepinephrine inhibitor. , something like Neurontin or Lyrica, or give you physical therapy, in addition to making sure that you do not have any inflammatory illnesses or autoimmune issues which need further exploration.

June 21, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Speak to you doctor again and if still no response, get another doctor. I agree a rheumatologist will be the best choice. I am grateful for having a good home doctor, whom always took the time to listen to me, through tears and all. A caring doctor makes a big difference when dealing with fibro people. God bless and take care.

June 21, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

aww poor you your doctor not giving you any pain meds i seriously dont know how you are coping day to day,will your doctor not refer you to a pain specalist.?.if not you need go into his surgery and tell your doctor exactly how you feel and make him listen to you..i forgot myself once and when after numerous visits to doctor he asked me how i felt i just said (shit) and started cryin i was so low in myself that finally he listened and referred me the pain clinic,please go back to your doctors and tell him exactly how you feel its not the doctor going throu the pain its you and your body..please go and get help...take care and keep me posted how you get on at your next visit your doctors..x

June 20, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

What type of doctor is she? You might want to look into going to a specialist that deals with fibromyalgia like a neurologist or rheumatologist.

June 20, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I panick in hot water,, dnt like it..try co damol, over counter at chemist,, its 500mg of paracetamol&I think 5mg codeine..is mot great but may just take the edge off,, doc can give you 30/500, codamol..30mg codeine, but it can make you sleepy to..evryone dif hun how it affects them..Just be straight &say you want smetjing for pain, crnt leave you like that, be strong hun.:-)

June 21, 2016

Related content

View All

Choking On Saliva

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Los Angeles, CA

Anyone Else 100% Worse After Massage?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Langwarrin

Does Anyone Else Get Energized To Run An Errand Or Go To The Doctor But Then Just Get So Tired Once The Errand Is Over?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Northport, AL
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data Policy and Privacy policies.Your privacy is our priority Lock Icon
Already a Member? Log in