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Birmingham, UK

I met a fellow Fibro warrior the other day and they said this significantly reduced their pain and other issues for a number of months and was wondering if it's worked for anyone else and if anyone has heard anything about it?

September 26, 2017
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Members shared mixed experiences with lidocaine infusions for fibromyalgia pain, with some reporting no relief or side effects like bloating... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences with lidocaine infusions for fibromyalgia pain, with some reporting no relief or side effects like bloating and weight gain, while others found it difficult to evaluate effectiveness due to medication changes happening at the same time. Several members described finding more success with lidocaine patches or creams applied directly to painful areas, though some noted the patches wouldn't stick to their skin or weren't covered by insurance. A recurring theme was the appreciation for having a supportive community where everyone can openly share what works and what doesn't, with the understanding that finding effective fibromyalgia treatments often requires trying many different options.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I've tried the patches for other pain but they didn't help. I've tried muscle relaxers to but they don't help either. I'm on Lyrica and Cymbalt and I'm frustrated with them to. Done therapy etc. Don't know what else to do..

October 3, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I tried the Infusion once but at the same time I was being weaned off gabapentin and changing over to pregablin,and I was having bad withdrawal symptoms and in so much pain ididnt know whether it had any effect or not.have asked to give it another go but as yet have not heard anything back.x

September 29, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

That's what's so nice on here, you can ask with no hesitation.
We all are trying to find answers that might work. Were one big investigation team...lol

September 28, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

Seems like kind of mixed reviews then on this one, at least it gives me something to think about, thanks all 😊

September 28, 2017
A MyFibroTeam Member

I'm glad that you can use the patches. They wouldn't stick to my skin. I used the ointment until it wasn't covered from my insurance. I now use the cream and LOVE it! It doesn't get my clothes all sticky and greasy.

September 27, 2017

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