I chew gum Sunil to help the dry mouth from the anti depressant medication for pain- it does make you burp a bit and i don't swallow it.
I can't understand why you say not the sugar free gum - this is what i use to avoid my teeth getting any worse - is there something different in this gum ?
Rosemary x
Tips for taking Anti-depressants for pain management
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Thank you for explaining about the gum Sunil - you have a lot to balance - i have read and taken in all you have written.
I am at early days with pain management and was very surprised and pleased that i see a pain specialist and gynaecologist together when i go - at least it is being joined together under one appointment something i didn't expect at all. I sometimes feel i am having two different conversations though - but i guess they are working together.
My husband came off his motorbike and hurt his ribs - very sore but not broken - it took a little while to heal but they did eventually - just takes a bit longer in your 50s.
Take care.
Rosemary x
I am at early days with pain management and was very surprised and pleased that i see a pain specialist and gynaecologist together when i go - at least it is being joined together under one appointment something i didn't expect at all. I sometimes feel i am having two different conversations though - but i guess they are working together.
My husband came off his motorbike and hurt his ribs - very sore but not broken - it took a little while to heal but they did eventually - just takes a bit longer in your 50s.
Take care.
Rosemary x
Re: Tips for taking Anti-depressants for pain management
Sunil,have you tried a topical cream? I tried some oral meds but due to my other medical conditions I had a difficult time tolerating them. One if my Drs came uo with a cream that has Ketoprofen, bacoflen, gabapentin, and amitripyline that has helped me quite a bit. I also take Valium sups 10mg nightly which also helps. I am a less meds is more type of girl if possible so on top of these meds I do PT,acupunture, cardio and stretching weekly. This is not my first rodeo, I was told in 2005 I would be in heart failure in less than two years. I fought that diagnosis and have all intentions of doing everything I can on this one as well!! Best of luck on quick and happy healing!!!
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Hello Daisy. Welcome to the forum. I would be interested in hearing your story in the Welcome Center of the forum. 
Violet
Violet
PNE since 2002. Started from weightlifting. PNE surgery from Dr. Bautrant, Oct 2004. Pain now is usually a 0 and I can sit for hours on certain chairs. No longer take medication for PNE. Can work full time and do "The Firm" exercise program. 99% cured from PGAD. PNE surgery was right for me but it might not be for you. Do your research.
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Thanks Violet for the welcome! 
. Sorry it has been awhile since I logged in. I hope to post my journey here soon! I have been through some trials health wise in the past, but this one definitely has given me a run for the money. I'm progressing pretty well so I hope to beat it soon!!
. Sorry it has been awhile since I logged in. I hope to post my journey here soon! I have been through some trials health wise in the past, but this one definitely has given me a run for the money. I'm progressing pretty well so I hope to beat it soon!!