Pain Specialist

I was dropped from consultants in pain management due to my blood pressure being high twice within 10 days. I now am on new medication, 40 mg Lisinopril and my blood pressure is back to normal. This means, that I am in search of a new specialist. I am 63 years of age and still working after numerous surgeries from injuries that are all documented. I am leaving for Baltimore Maryland in a week but will need to have a prescription with me in order to perform my duties. Can anyone suggest a provider for me? Thank you in advance. ## That is very odd, that's not a normal reason for them to dismiss someone, usually they give you a chance to see your primary care physician, or a cardiologist to get it under control. How high was it? Can you post back with some of the readings? The FDA list...

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I'm a military veteran in desperate need of a good pain management specialist. I received my injuries during 8 yrs of naval service. I started experiencing seveir back pain before separating but was unable to seek in depth medical treatment while still serving due to the nature of my job and requirements of duty while over seas. After separating it took two years of going to the VA before they we're able to find a fracture in my L1 vertebrae, 3 hurniated disk, and degenerative disk disease. I was placed on Norco 10. Even after the initial medication I was still experiencing seveir pain from what I later found out was sciatica from the damaged nerves in my lower back. I was then prescribed Gabapentin with little result. After a year and a half of gritting my teeth I informed my P...

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I have peripheral neuropathy and anxiety disorder from HIV medication and the day to day running of my life as is normally possible in south Texas, I can't have injections because they have proven to be fatal for HIV patients and can't wear patches after the lymphoma because my body has built up an allergic reaction to ALL adhesive tape and patches,, I NEED DESPERATELY a doctor who is CLOSE to me that will prescribe the right medications,ASAP

I used to live in the Richmond, VA area up until June of 2013, when I made the mistake of moving to Texas for 2 years, and now I'm back in the area. I have also been in chronic pain now for almost 14 years, have had 1 spinal surgery in '09 that was quite successful...until I was rear ended at a stoplight by some 'jerk' (note the PC term) going 65 -> 70 mph less than 18 months later. So now, I have 'Failed Back Surgery Syndrome" (yes, I kid you not, that's an ACTUAL diagnosis) on the disc I had surgery on (L5/S1), as well as herniations/tears on L3/L4 and L4/L5. Another wonderful fact about me is that I have a little genetic mutation called EDS (Ehlers Danlos Syndrome). That just means that I take 10x longer to heal, I bleed more than most everyone else, a...

Need oxycodone 15 prescription adapt from dr Patel for fractured l5. This is as detailed as possible. Are there any other pain specialists or pops in north charleston or Summerville that will prescribe oxycodone 15's or 30's for legitimate chronic pain

old pcp cut off all meds w referalls to pain dr.so moved denver temporarily.need see pain specialist & psychiatrist for meds.referral in old sate useless, wont fill current pain meds or xanex. 11 yrs on oxycontin, er and quick release.2 wks withdrawals now. not well . high anxiety attacks without pain meds. cant seem get in anywhere here in denver ## Stuck, have you searched on google. What medications are you on other then Oxycontin. Many have had to travel but now that the FDA has the 120 mg. morphine equivalent physicians are not eager to take anyone or write. Most of us have had to cut back I am in trouble searching for a physician as well. I hope you did not go off a high amount cold turkey for you will need help medically you cannot do this alone. You also as a last resort sho...

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I am planning to retire and move from Maryland to South Boston, Virginia. I suffer with chronic back pain for about 10 years. I have had back surgery which only worsened my condition. I have herniated, bulging and protruding discs and my sacrum comes out of alignment on occasion. I have all of my records and x rays for proof. I have a specialist I see in MD on a monthly basis to prescribe the meds I need but am unable to locate a Pain Specialist anywhere close to South Boston or Halifax Virginia. I take Percocet 10/325 as needed and Morphine 30 mg extended release 2 times a day. Also Flexaril 3 times as needed for muscle spasms. This combination has finally made me able to stand and walk to do things I wasn't able to do before without excruciating pain. If I am unable to find a Doctor

I need a pain specialist in Maysville, Kentucky or Portsmouth, Ohio who isn't afraid to lose their license. Please list their name/phone/location! ## Hello, Sam! How are you? Such a doctor doesn't exist. If you'd spent many years of your life and a very large sum of money to go to school and get into your dream career, wouldn't you want to keep your license to practice? Additionally, on top of losing their license, they also face fines and jail time. If you require treatment for pain, you'll have to see a specialist and follow proper procedure. Do you currently have a PCP that might be able to refer you to someone? Does anyone know of a good doctor in that area?

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He changed them due to the fact that the tyenol in them were eating away at my back where i had surgery, but they dont even begin to touch my pain. I have diabetic neourapythy, and several other things that cause severe pain, i dont want them to think that i am a drug seeker, because i am not. I am in so much pain, that it is difficult to even have a life anymore, and sleeping is out of the question, i might if i am lucky to get an hour a day. What do i do, i feel like i will die soon from the pain and not sleeping. ## Hello, Renee! How are you feeling? I'm so sorry that you're suffering. I understand why he cut the Acetaminophen, there are many possible risks associated with long-term use of high amounts of it… But, did he adjust the amount of Oxycodone to make up for it?...

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I am seeking a pain specialist for my sister whose own doctor died unexpectedly. She needs to get another doctor immediately. However, is having no success due to the fact that the insurance she has is Medicare, and Medicaid. PLEASE, any assistance is most welcome : ) ## Hello, Nana! How are you and your sister? Sorry about the problem that you're having. However, the best suggestion I can make is to contact Medicare and Medicaid and ask who accepts it in your area, that would most likely be the easiest way to find a new doctor. They usually keep listings for people that are seeking. Does anyone know of a good doctor in that area? ## Go to the Medicare website and put Physician Compare in the search bar, then your city, state or zip. ## Thanks for the helpful response. I will pass o...

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I took a half of a sub yesterday morning and nothing till today when my bac started killing me, so I took percocet. Will it atleast work for the pain??? ## Hello, Kimmy! How are you? And no, it will not. The Naloxone in the Suboxone neutralizes other narcotics to prevent their abuse, while you're being treated with it. You should ask about what you can take for pain that will work. This is a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I will be traveling to East Coast-Vermont in Sept. and will need to see a pain specialist for numerous spine issues, fibromyalgia, failed operations and a great deal. Can anyone recommend a method...

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I've changed healthcare plans (I receive disability because of chronic degenerative disc disease and spinal arthritis, both of which cause chronic pain). I need to find a PAIN SPECIALIST, not an addiction clinic, who will continue my 12mg/day buprenorphine prescription as well as give me botox IV's in my neck for muscle spasms (caused by 5 fusions that have forced my cervical spine straight). When I search the web for physicians in Boulder County, CO, who can prescribe buprenorphine, all of the listings are for addiction specialists and clinics! What is this mindset among physicians that all patients who need buprenorphine prescriptions are drug addicts? Is there a directory on the manufacturer's site that provides the names of ALL physicians who can prescribe buprenorphine?...

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I suffered a horrible injury at work, I was run over by a fork lift (after falling 12 feet off the blades onto concrete) I've suffered a broken tibia which required surgery to place a permanent rod in my right leg from my R. knee down to my ankle I'm right handed so it's my good side, I suffer daily leg pain & Knee pain & need a walking cane to get around, plus the fall caused me to suffer several herniated discs including all in the L section or lower back (Lumbar) & some bulging discs, spinal stenosis, D.D.D.(Degenerative Disc Disease) Sciatica, a torn rotator cuff, neck pain, numbness, tingling, right elbow pain, Arthritis ,also the hi-lo backed over my right foot it literally exploded & had to be debrided and sutured back together causing nerve damage whi...

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Is there a pain specialist that can control my pain without making out like I'm seeking drugs? I've done everything except surgery. The surgery would be extensive. 8 hour surgery with intensive rehab. I'm tiered of trying to get the steroid shots because they can not do them as frequently as I need. I would prefer to manage with medicine, but like I said the two pain specialists think I just want. Drugs. I just want a pain management system that will work. I've had scoliosis for almost 30 year s. I did well managing the pain without anything until I started working with violent students. I have constant lower back pain and sciatic pain in both hips to my feet. The L2-L4 are crushed and digerati be due to the 48 degree curve. How can I find a doctor that will help manage ...

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Have a multitude of chronic pain issues and can not find doctor to help me.Have medical records with me. Reports from Neurologist, Rhuematologist, Pain Treatment Center, Physiatrist, MRI's, CT Scan and three years of pharmacy records. Being treated like a drug addict. Without meds for three months. (Percocet 10/325). Not functioning and very sick. Can anyone help me? ## How have you been looking for a doctor? The reason I'm asking is because the biggest mistake I see many people making in your situation is calling a new doctor and asking if they will prescribe a particular medication. If you do that, doctors and their staff will view it as drug seeking behavior and, in many cases, you won't even get in the door. What you need to do is set up an appointment with a new pain ma...

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Please I need a pain dr in indpls in.I have all of my x-rays and mri. Can any one Help me.Please email me ## Hello, Tim! How are you? I found several pain management specialists listed in Indianapolis, all with good reviews from patients, so I'll list the contact information for a couple… Advanced Pain Management of Central Indiana 317-688-5455 Dr. Jeff Agricola 317-846-4111 Anthony Sabatino, MD. 317-566-9830 However, I will state that I do not know how old these listings are, nor do I know what types of treatment they provide, or what insurances they accept. Does anyone know of a good doctor they can recommend in that area?

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Hi i am looking for a doctor who specializes in treatment for severe lower back pain..i live in columbus ohio and have been receiving oxy 15 mg..for female problems..but because of these new laws my dr said i needed to find a new dr for pain management ## what new laws are you talking about? ## My doctor told me i had to start seeing a pain specialist and he could no longer prescribe me the meds i have i have been receiving because he was my ob gyn..any ideas on what to do or who to go or see for these type of meds ## Danielle is correct about the information she's received from her doctor. Due to increased instances of improper prescribing and over prescribing of controlled substance medications, new stricter regulations have been put in place to discourage most doctors from prescr...

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Im 78 with a lot of pain in legs groin thighs. Can,t walk. have arthritis in both hips, osteoporosis, and don,t know what to do. I have tried every otc med there is. Doctor gave me every pres. med there is, even shots. nothing works. He gave me a prescription for 5/325 Norco and it helped a little. won,t give me anymore. I live in northwest in. Is there any Help out there from someone.? TY ## Hello, grandma! How are you feeling? I'm very sorry about what you're dealing with. At this point, I think your best bet would be to consult a different doctor, perhaps a pain management specialist, they are usually more knowledgeable about what will help with pain, and aren't as reticent about prescribing medications to help. Norco contains the active ingredients Hydrocodone and Acetam...

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My doctor can't prescribe schedule 2meds anymore to anyone. Does anyoneknow of a good pain doc near Cleveland or Akron area who will prescribe oxycodone 10 mg like I was taking for past 5 years? ## I don't have any information on what they will or will not prescribe, nor what insurances they accept, but there are a lot of pain specialists listed in that area. Here are the contact details for some of them: Cleveland Back & Pain Management 440-887-7246 Fairview Hospital Pain Management Center 216-476-7331 Comprehensive Pain Management 330-208-2720 Dr. Delphi M. Toth 330-867-5500 ## Cleveland back and pain doesn't prescribe percs ## Dr Blankenhorn in Massillon. ## Did anybody ever find a doc... I need one that will give me first time never been to a doc before cause I'm...

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Trying to find a doc that will prescribe methadone and breakthrough medications. I appreciate any help given. I have herniated discs in my back and a host of other maladies. ## Hello, Stuck! How are you? I'm sorry, but there is no listing of doctors according to what they will or will no prescribe that I can refer to for you. If you require such medications on a long-term ongoing basis, you'll need to see a pain management specialist, now. Do you have a PCP that may be able to refer you to someone? Can anyone recommend a good doctor in that area?

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