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Suggest Treatment For Chronic Pain And Diabetic Neuropathy

I currently take 5 types of synthetic pain medicines because I am allergic to narcotics. With taking so much my memory is bad. I can t retain much from conversations. I was told to talk to my doctor about medical marijuana, which I did. Unfortunately, she was no help with giving me information about it. I really want to get off so much pain medicine. What is the consence about MM. Also how do I go about getting some. The following is my med history. 5 back surgeries, fibromyalgia, diabetic neuropathy , chronic pain syndrome.
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Hello,

You may take tablet Pregabalin or Gabapentin for neuropathic pain. Medical marijuana again lead to dependence. Physical activity and regular exercise may be useful. Please mention, what type of medication are you using them will see and withdraw the drug affecting the memory. Usually NSAIDS won't affect the memory.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu ,
Internal Medicine Specialist
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Suggest Treatment For Chronic Pain And Diabetic Neuropathy

Hello, You may take tablet Pregabalin or Gabapentin for neuropathic pain. Medical marijuana again lead to dependence. Physical activity and regular exercise may be useful. Please mention, what type of medication are you using them will see and withdraw the drug affecting the memory. Usually NSAIDS won t affect the memory. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist