I'm in Pain All the Time

Mitch86

Mitch86

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I'm 87 and seem to always be in pain sometimes low and sometimes very high. I use Tylenol and Gabapentin to keep it under control. Is it just me or do other folks over 80 have the same problem. My pain is located in my feet and legs.
 

DH takes a large amt of gabapentin.......and I take a smaller amount and I use percocet, not constantly but as needed. He is 84 I am 82. When I was young I wondered why so many old folks accepted dying with such grace , I understand it now.
 

Mitch, I know this probably doesn't help but I've been praying that you'll get relief from your chronic pain. It's no joke! Two of my grandsons (17 & 25) are suffering with fibromyalgia and so did my late DIL and her late twin. I feel (felt) so bad that there's nothing I can do to help! I'm so sorry you are going through this :(
 
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Have any of you considered any of the 'Neuropathy' pain therapies?

I did , about a year back. I did two months of three days p/week , [which gets to be a pain of it's own] and spent [out of pocket] $4000, and took the suggested supplements along the way [@ an additional $300]. At that point I felt NO change , nothing positive. I was due to start my third month , and pay an additional $1900 . Due to the fact that I noted no improvement so far, I chose not to continue.

The 'therapy' consisted of ... Iinfared light, laser light & accupuncture. With some chiropractic added.

IMO, all of these places do know the desparation of those in pain, and they create a pretty picture of relief. Well I rolled the dice and tried it ....... Nothing.
 
Has looking into your types of food you eat to treat some of the exacerbation? Many times there is a food cause.

Mine is wheat/rice/starch products.

After living through my 40s (stopped smoking), 50s (cut out nuts, chocolate, sodas-both types, milk and cane/artificial sugars) and most of my early 60’s still in constant bowel and some joint pain. I researched and started cutting out wheat and rice things out of my diet and have found the elevation of much of my pain diminished or gone. Now, I’m not in my 70’s yet (just leaning hard on it😁) but so far so good. I also found walking/movement helps too.
 
Mitch, I'm not at your age but I'm sad to know you are in so much pain. Perhaps an appointment with your MD? I don't know how much gabapentin you take but could you discuss it with your doctor. Perhaps a dose increase. Lyrica is a controlled medication that also targets nerve pain. Why it is controlled and gabapentin isn't, I'm not sure. It could contain a small amount of something that puts it on the narcotic list.

Please don't hesitate to see your doctor about pain control.
 
Wontactmyage said:
Has looking into your types of food you eat to treat some of the exacerbation? Many times there is a food cause.

Mine is wheat/rice/starch products.

After living through my 40s (stopped smoking), 50s (cut out nuts, chocolate, sodas-both types, milk and cane/artificial sugars) and most of my early 60’s still in constant bowel and some joint pain. I researched and started cutting out wheat and rice things out of my diet and have found the elevation of much of my pain diminished or gone. Now, I’m not in my 70’s yet (just leaning hard on it😁) but so far so good. I also found walking/movement helps too.
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Good point about food triggers Wont... When my grandson was in the hospital in so much pain and got the definitive diagnosis of fibromyalgia, my son as well as the doctors talked to him about eating properly. They also encouraged him to exercise although it would seem to painful at first, but eventually actually helps.
 
Remy said:
Mitch, I'm not at your age but I'm sad to know you are in so much pain. Perhaps an appointment with your MD? I don't know how much gabapentin you take but could you discuss it with your doctor. Perhaps a dose increase. Lyrica is a controlled medication that also targets nerve pain. Why it is controlled and gabapentin isn't, I'm not sure. It could contain a small amount of something that puts it on the narcotic list.

Please don't hesitate to see your doctor about pain control.
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I agree. Don't leave any more serious symptoms unattended. I would agree, have some medical professional reign in with an opinion there.

I definitely believe in working things out without taking heavy medication, if possible. But never hurts to have a professional reign in with an opinion.

I live in a lot of chronic pain (multiple car accidents). It is very draining.

take care.
 
Pain seems to be part of the Joy of growing older. The important thing is to try to identify the source, and take measures to minimize it. A good physical exam...x-rays. CT Scan, etc., can usually identify any joint/bone/cartilage, etc., issues, and then the doctors can recommend ways to treat or lessen the symptoms. Sometimes, just taking supplements can be a big help.
 
Marie5656 said:
Are you diabetic? Could be some sort of neropathy. I am 68 and experiencing a lot of all over pain as well. I tale Meloxicam, and it helps some. I am having a hip replaced in a few weeks, so I hoe it helps me. Maybe yur doctor can refer you to a pain specialist
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I had a hip replacement in my early forties and it was like having a whole new life. Pain did not become a serious problem again until I passed 70. I now start most mornings in a hot tub. I exercise a lot and enjoy having more strength. I am still hoping the pains I have will go away. My shoulder pain is mostly gone. (y) I just used a great messager on my back.

When I was young I thought it was very important to be tough. That meant black boots and a black leather jacket and smoking. You know, like in the movie Grease, I was a Greaser. :ROFLMAO: I now have a totally different understanding of being tough.
 
Don M. said:
Pain seems to be part of the Joy of growing older. The important thing is to try to identify the source, and take measures to minimize it. A good physical exam...x-rays. CT Scan, etc., can usually identify any joint/bone/cartilage, etc., issues, and then the doctors can recommend ways to treat or lessen the symptoms. Sometimes, just taking supplements can be a big help.
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Which ones? I take several and I am open to trying just about anything, but no opioids.

Once I was given a pain killer that turned my brain to mush and I was not expecting that, but was out delivering for Meals on Wheels and could not figure out if people had ordered lunch A or B.! I thought I had instant Alzheimers. :ROFLMAO: As soon as I got home I called the doctor's office and asked if the medication could have that effect, and then I made it very clear I never want a medication that does that to me.
 
Remy said:
Mitch, I'm not at your age but I'm sad to know you are in so much pain. Perhaps an appointment with your MD? I don't know how much gabapentin you take but could you discuss it with your doctor. Perhaps a dose increase. Lyrica is a controlled medication that also targets nerve pain. Why it is controlled and gabapentin isn't, I'm not sure. It could contain a small amount of something that puts it on the narcotic list.

Please don't hesitate to see your doctor about pain control.
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I take 1,000 mg of Tylenol 3 times per day and I take 200 mg of Gabapentin before I go to sleep every night. I cannot take more Gabapentin since anymore results in my blood pressure plunging. I just asked my doctor about Lyrica but have not heard back yet. Thanks.

I also just asked my Echo Show about how many elderly folks have pain and it told me that up to 88% of the elderly have chronic pain. Thus, I am not alone.
 
If you are taking pain meds and are still having pain, they aren't working apparently leaving you with possible side effects from the meds themselves. I would cut them out for awhile to see the effect if any on pain.

I think pain as a result of age is inevitable so we just have to deal with it. Just have to remember to keep moving so you don't rust in place.
 
Chet said:
If you are taking pain meds and are still having pain, they aren't working apparently leaving you with possible side effects from the meds themselves. I would cut them out for awhile to see the effect if any on pain.

I think pain as a result of age is inevitable so we just have to deal with it. Just have to remember to keep moving so you don't rust in place.
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It's true that walking and keeping busy on my PC reduces pain to near zero.
 
Not a fan of Gabapentin, but do get some relief from my back pain using Meloxicam. While I still worked as a pilot, I wasn’t permitted to take any narcotics and that was understandable since they can cause your brain to make you feel like you’re whacked out.

The Meloxicam works well enough.
 

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