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What medicine is available and do I see a neologist for the pain

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July 30
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This person is asking about pain meds.

July 30
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There are so many medications now available for those with relapsing remittent MS. There are a few for secondary progressive and I don’t know if there are any four progressive MS. They come in both pill,needle and infusion. And yes, you and your neurologist will need to talk. But I think more importantly you need to do your homework so that when you do talk, you really do understand. I did research and I had come down to two different drugs, both infusions. One of them was the one my neurologist suggested without even discussing any other. That’s the one I went with.
Ocrevus.

July 30
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Yes, speak to neurologist about pain.

July 31
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Managing MS-related pain is absolutely something that can be addressed — you don't have to just live with it! A neurologist is a great starting point, and if they can't fully help, they can refer you to a pain management specialist. There are several medication options commonly used for MS-related nerve pain. Here's a quick Show Full Answer

Managing MS-related pain is absolutely something that can be addressed — you don't have to just live with it! A neurologist is a great starting point, and if they can't fully help, they can refer you to a pain management specialist. There are several medication options commonly used for MS-related nerve pain. Here's a quick overview:

Prescription medications:
- Gabapentin (Neurontin)
- Pregabalin (Lyrica)
- Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
- Carbamazepine (Tegretol)
- Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal)
- Baclofen (a muscle relaxant, sometimes added to boost other meds)

Over-the-counter options:
- Ibuprofen (an anti-inflammatory)
- Topical creams or patches like lidocaine

All medications carry potential side effects, so it's important to take them exactly as prescribed and never mix with alcohol or other drugs without checking with your doctor first. Beyond medication, other options like physical therapy, nerve blocks, TENS (a device that uses mild electrical pulses for pain relief), and steroid injections may also be worth discussing with your care team.

The key takeaway — don't hesitate to speak up about your pain with your doctor. You deserve relief!

July 30

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