Is it me or are there more of you out there that has ever had this problem?

Question

I have had chronic pain for well over 8 yrs. now. I suffer with three major arthritic conditions, including fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis and osteo arthritis. I've been on many over the counter and prescriptions drugs including IV injected drugs. To top it all off I now suffer with nerve pain by having abdominal surgery recently. Of all the medications I have ever taken, I am either immuned or allergic too. Immuned meaning that the medications no longer take my pain away and are rendered useless. I've had TENS units and many forms of psycho therapy for my variety of pains.

The only thing that really works for me, oddly is a steady beer intake every night. I know that alcohol can wreak havoc on many parts of the body, and it is not recommended by many health care providers. I am at a total loss for what to do and to take for my pain. Has anyone ever found themselves in my shoes? Sincere answers only please. Thank you.

Answer 1

dude I feel sorry for you. I got this neighbour surviving on 20pills a day and he ofter goes to the pharmacy. You should live your life the way it is. I suggest you go to a tropical country and stay there. Usually this is sort of a remedy for my neighbor and for your information I live in a tropical country and he saays it helps him in his condition. Plus it relieves your stress.

Dude, relax and trust me, many people have more sufferings than you so be happy you have a good and blessed life.

peace out and may God have mercy on you.^_^

Answer 2

Unfortunately most, if not all, people living with arthritic conditions can never receive complete pain relief.  The medications are there to try and stop the condition getting worse, and also to offer some pain relief.  When you say you are allergic to medications, is that your own personal opinion, or a doctors opinion?  I don't mean to be rude, especially since I don't know your situation, but many medications can cause various side effects in the first few weeks of use before your body becomes more accustommed to them.  It may also take a few weeks before the effects become apparent.  Common side effects like this include vomiting, headaches, dizziness and others depending on the particular medication.

As far as your use of alcohol as a treatment my concerns are the volume you are drinking and possible interactions.  As you are aware large and consistent alcohol intake can damage your body, but alcohol is also notorious for interacting with many medications.  If you are currently taking any other meds (script or over the counter) the alcohol may be negating their beneficial effects or increasing the side effects.

Unfortunately, at the end of the day, you may well find that alcohol is the best option available to you.  I recommend you talk to your pharmacist and doctor and explain your situation to them, including your alcohol intake, and ask for their advice. (again, I don't mean to be rude, I don't know how much you and they have discussed already)

I wish you the best of luck finding a solution that you are comfortable with and which treats you appropriately.