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@joelthomson 

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joelthomson

Recently Diagnosed / Pain Management

Hello all. I’m new here. UK based. I was diagnosed in January, originally with PPMS but diagnosis has since been changed to RRMS. Symptoms seem to have really spiked in the months since my diagnosis to the point where my lower legs and ankles are in quite severe constant pain. I’m yet to start treatment but should be starting Ocrelizumab soon. I’m wondering if anyone has any advice on pain relief/pain management as I’m concerned this is going to start affecting my mobility a lot sooner than expected. Is this something I should speak to my MS nurses and consultant about? Or just my GP first? Thanks
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@RC83
@RC83
 

I have the same symptoms as you. I have tried the 3 main pain killers and found Amertriptyline the most sustainable. Also Ibuprofen. Additionally I avoid dairy and protein hits. I have berries and electrolytes. Water little and often. These all help.

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@royt
@royt
 

I’ve never liked pain pills seen too much bad shit with people getting badly addicted. I’ve had my medical marijuana card for 3 years now for pain tho before my Ms diagnosis and havnt had much for pain tho I partake in alotta weed lol

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