Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Support Group

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) describes a sense of exhaustion and post-exertion malaise, even when you have gotten enough rest and sleep. The disease is characterized by six months of incapacitating fatigue experienced as profound exhaustion and extremely poor stamina, and problems with concentration and short-term memory. The cause is unknown, but it is a...

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RE: Pain Management

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Hi,

I was just wondering what type of pain management people found most effective? My joint and muscle pain is getting SO much worse and really need to find something that works

Thanks x x x
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I'm in the same situation as you, I'm permanately taking over the counter pain killers as Dr won't give me anything. Most of my pain is in my joints, especailly hands & feet so I wear splints for those which do help a bit, just wish they were more stylish...
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Gee, I have no idea. My greatest pains are in my wrists and that joint on the outer top of my thighs. In fact, that's the worst. Makes walking purty darned tough at times.
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Are You not able to get any meds like anti imlamatory?
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I'm in the same situation as you too !! i've had morphine and that doesn't help much.I think relaxation and visualisation is the key,i'm afraid not much helps.But if anyone come up with anything please pass it on to me !!
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