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6. What is Neuropathic pain ? how to treat it?

Reply to Jilly_in_VA (Original post)

Wed Jul 7, 2021, 12:19 AM

Jul 2021

Neuropathic pain is caused by damage or injury to the nerves that transfer information between the brain and spinal cord from the skin, muscles and other parts of the body. The pain is usually described as a burning sensation and affected areas are often sensitive to the touch.
Anticonvulsant and antidepressant drugs are often the first line of treatment. Some neuropathic pain studies suggest the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as gabapin may ease pain. Some people may require a stronger painkiller

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Sufferers of chronic pain have long been told it's all in their head. We now know that's wrong [View all] Jilly_in_VA Jun 2021 OP

Long article; this is pertinent. quaint Jun 2021 #1

What is chronic pain and how does it work: Goonch Jun 2021 #2

I have had young doctors and physical therapists LakeArenal Jun 2021 #3

I had a physical therapist following a back surgery who always endorsed pushing thru the pain. captain queeg Jun 2021 #4

Send her this article! Jilly_in_VA Jun 2021 #5

What is Neuropathic pain ? how to treat it? RubyWilliams Jul 2021 #6

welcome to DU gopiscrap Jul 2021 #7