What Is The Treatment For Fibromyalgia?
 
                                    
                                    
                                          
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                                            Question : i have fibro whixh i am getting fentynal paTCHES ,zanaflex/lyrica  how ever my break through pain is un bearable      i tried those injectins all they did was make me burn worse 
                            
                                    Brief Answer:
need different medication
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I m dr Alok, pleased to answer your health queries
Unfortunately this is a difficult disease to treat. But positive attitude and these things will help -
For fibromyalgia , you need to take graded exercise and some specific medications.
There are certain medication like TCA group of medications etc. You need to see a rheumatologist.
Also you need to go for relaxation exercises 
Hope this will help
If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate
Dr Alok
                                    
                                    
                                    
                                    
                                    
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