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Ask the insurance company for other doctors "in network" - especially one that deals with seniors - and transfer her care. Also see if she can see a orthopedic doctor based on her ER visit. An orthopedist should be able to prescribe medications to help with pain as well the muscle relaxants. As a last resort, take her back to the ER and demand that they refer her directly to an orthopedist.
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She needs steroid pack that taper off to relieve the inflamation and pain medication for now. Find a new doctor for your mother.
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This is horrible. I would immediately seek another doctor for help and if and when you find that person and want to change, inquire what they do in emergencies. She needs help - now and the doctor is wrong not doing something about it.
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kaki3152: I did see your update of July 23 wherein you stated that you took your mother back to the ER and they prescribed Norco. I am glad that she got some relief from the pain.
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Keep in mind, most MD's with "surgeon" after their specialty want to operate - they want to fix things & move on. If surgery is suggested, get a 2nd opinion if possible. A pain management specialist appointment is a good idea. Also narcotic pain medication can cause constipation so will need to take a proactive approach.
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Does your state have medical marijuana?
it’s not all “Cheech & Chong.”
There is cannabis oil you squeeze a rice grain dose into an empty capsule and swallow it.
I take it twice a day following 2 lousy spinal fusions (5 levels total) with 0 constipation, & no chance of death.
I have nerve damage and it’s way better than Gabapentin which ended up almost killing me.
Alternate heat and ice until you ask her doctor which method he prefers, since he’s choosing to give her nothing that’s helpful.
Again, I don’t know what state you’re in.
Validate her pain verbally.
She needs someone to believe her.
Hugs to both of you- 💜
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