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Hayden, ID

Anyone who is on pain patches ever notice when they change it that some places are more effective then others? I have been on the fentanyl patch which I had several problems with and felt like I was on a roller coaster of pain. I'm currently on the butrans patch only because I have no other choice. My patch was increased and I put a new one on Tuesday morning. This being a higher dose but I feel like I am in more pain then I was on the lower dose. I usually keep the patch on my chest, is… read more

September 23, 2016
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Members shared their experiences with pain patch placement, with many finding that location significantly impacts effectiveness, though... Read more

Members shared their experiences with pain patch placement, with many finding that location significantly impacts effectiveness, though opinions varied on the best spots depending on the specific patch and individual response. Several members described practical strategies, including placing Butrans patches above the heart (such as on the shoulder or clavicle), Fentanyl patches on the chest or under the bra line for better absorption, and using Tegaderm or cloth tape to keep patches secure through showers. A recurring theme was frustration with inconsistent pain relief, patches not lasting the full week, and the struggle to find adequate alternatives after being taken off stronger medications due to DEA regulations, leaving many feeling under-treated and desperate for relief.

A MyFibroTeam Member

@A MyFibroTeam Member I have been told by the pharmacist that they must be in the torso area to give maximum effect. I have found my durogesic patch (very small) so good I am really anew person, now to find a tablet for the chronic fatigue. X

September 26, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I have a lovely picture from just after I had been taking my kids to the beach almost each day .. And it was from a family BBQ ... On top of my shoulder is a bright white square of skin where the rest is brown from the sun .... I kid you not
Go take a look
Http:// fe03vrn. wixsite. com/ paulasimagary
Take out all of the spaces leave in the full stops xxx go to client showcase and you'll see family BBQ .... You'll soon see the arm with the white square where my patch was .. It practically glows xxx

September 25, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I am on durogesic patches and I put then just under my bra line and they are wonderful.

September 25, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I fentanyl patch...I think it helps a lot.

September 23, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

My dr told me to put it on my butt area, the more flesh, the better it works. I put it about where my pocket of my jeans hit.

September 23, 2016

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