Medical Spinal cortisone and painkiller injections

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The discussion centers around an individual preparing for multiple spinal injections, including facet, sacroiliac, and epidural injections, all guided by fluoroscopy. Despite the potential for pain relief, the chances of success are low, and past experiences with injections have led to worsened pain. Participants express concern and support, sharing personal anecdotes about pain management and the unpredictability of medical treatments. The individual anticipates increased pain initially, with a waiting period of several days to assess the effectiveness of the injections. Overall, there is a mix of hope and apprehension regarding the procedure and its outcomes.
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bobze said:
Cymbalta is a SNRI. TCAs (tricyclic ADs) have been used for some types of back pain/referred pain/opioid resistant pain. Though they generally don't have great side effects, so if you've had trouble with SSRIs/SNRIs then they might not be for you. Still something you should possibly broach with your doctor if you are having trouble managing the pain.
I've been on Anafranil before, that caused my tongue to extend out of my mouth and wiggle on the right side of my face, this was preceded by facial ticks, then I started lactating. After my doctor got all emotional and told me that I must have a tumor on my pituitary gland, I asked him if it could be the Anafranil, he thought for a second and said "Oh yeah!" :rolleyes: It was the Anafranil. I've been taking trazadone daily and there is no pain relief for a couple of years, I just take them at night to help me sleep now. I guess I'm out of luck.

The injections have definitely not worked.
 

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