Ultram & Pain Relief

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experiences with other forms pain relief during labor and delivery?

| May 11, 2012

I had an epidural with my first pregnancy and for me it wasn’t a pleasant experience. yes it did help a lot with the pain but i absolutely hated having something in my spine and afterwards it caused my blood sugar to drop dangerously low. im really considering trying something different for pain relief. has [...]

When trying for a vbac should you avoid all pain relief and induction to labour to increase your chances?

| May 10, 2012

I am 24 weeks pregnant and i have a 3 year old son i had an emergancy c-section with him due to failure to progress my waters broke at 38wks with no contractons so labour was induced. This time I really want a vaginal birth but I have had little advice from my midwife or [...]

Anyone had any luck with alternative methods of pain relief during labor?

| May 7, 2012

im 20 weeks probably a little early to really have to worry about a birth plan but i know i would like to try to do it without epidural/demerol anyone have any experience with alternative methods of pain relief like lamaze/accupressure/hypnobirthing etc. ? did you find them effective or a waste of time and would [...]

Articles or sources on administering narcotics/opioids for pain relief in recovering addicts?

| May 6, 2012

I’m trying to find articles on administering narcotic or opioid medication for pain relief (e.g. if the person breaks their leg) in persons recovering from a substance addiction, e.g. heroin. Chosen Answer: Some good search terms would be buprenorphine and suboxone. by: on: 10th March 10

how long can I keep taking pain relief for?

| May 5, 2012

How long can I keep on taking pain relief for toothache? Chosen Answer: Until the pain is gone. Or until your dentist or doctor has recommended that you stop it. by: mtwaites on: 9th November 08

What are the pain relief options?

| May 4, 2012

I am going to give birth in about 8 weeks, and I really can’t handle pain, what pain relief options are there? The more the better please. Also what is the best in your experience? Chosen Answer: one word: EPIDURAL! With my first I had only a shot of Stadol, they didn’t get there in [...]

What would you suggest for fast effective relief for period pain.?

| May 1, 2012

I am going away in 3 days time and i already have the horrible cramps in my abdominal area like i’m going to start my period and back and head aches. As i want to enjoy my holiday, what pain relief would you suggest for someone on the move? I need something that will make [...]

What is the pain relief creme that I’m thinking of?

| April 29, 2012

I know what the stuff looks like, but I can’t seem to remember the name. It’s good to put on sore muscles, and it’s not Bengay or IcyHot. It comes in a tube and it might be called Dr._’s ___. or something. Even a list of popular pain relief cremes in the Uk would be [...]

What will work for pain/itch relief of shingles?

| April 27, 2012

I was diagnosed with shingles last Wednesday and the doctor prescribed me Famvir and Lortab 7.5. I want to stop taking the Lortab because it’s making me constipated, but Tylenol isn’t going to do the trick. I’m allergic to ibuprofen and aspirin too, which really limits my options. The doctor told me not to put [...]

“earth” shoes with the negative heel for relief from plantar fasciitis pain?

| April 25, 2012

I’ve been dealing with heel pain due to plantar fasciitis and have done all the things suggested by the doctors, no relief. Heard that earth shoes with the negative heel have been worn and have given some pain relief. They are quite expensive and I’d like more information before I buy them. Chosen Answer: Actually [...]