https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:42:18 +0000 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:29:35 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=14575 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=306279&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#306279 Author: fire_engine
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Posted: 19 February 2008 at 12:29pm

Thanks for your replies. Went back to the GP today and she's happy to put me back on amitrip but says I can't breastfeed on it (and that's not what the research actually says when you read it but she won't discuss it). I've told her to ring the pain specialists and get their opinion about meds as I don't want to be swapping meds just after pushing this baby out. I do get sick of having to tell my GP what to do. Also got the sleeping pills that have worked in the past so hopefully if my sleep gets better, that will help my pain. I have been given codeine but don't want the constipation that comes with it, so am giving it a miss. Thanks for the tip about osteos - will keep it in mind. And yep Kye, computers suck big time!]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2008 12:29:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=306279&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#306279 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305758&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305758 Author: MissAngel
Subject: 14575
Posted: 18 February 2008 at 8:36pm

I dont have CPS, but I suffer from compressions in my spine that are pretty much just bone on bone now. Makes it hard to walk and do the smallest of tasks. I was taking codiene, but it doesnt work now, so i'm not on anything. I found that the osteopath didnt help - mine doesnt like cracking either, but i just found the gentle movements he was doing wasnt helping me situation.
]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:36:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305758&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305758 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305714&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305714 Author: tropics
Subject: 14575
Posted: 18 February 2008 at 8:10pm

Hi Flissty

I dont have CPS but I do have chronic pain from an old back injury (was boarder line fybromylegia) not sure about spelling..the musckeltal doctor (sp?) said when I had my injury that pregnancy will flare things up I use to manage my pain through weekly massages but cant have them now so am going to an osteopath who does really gentle work (no cracking) to release tight muscles and spasms etc my osteopath said the second trimester is the best time to work on woman with previous injurys / pain issues because the ligaments etc are soft and subtle. I go to a guy in Whangarei but he did recommend to me a lady in K Road for pregnancy related osteo work in case I was in Auckland

to be honest I dont know how Im going to be later on with work as the computer is one of the main agrivating factors and along with you always the sleep relaxation and reduce stress factors which help all the best I hope that you can find a way to manage your pain for the rest of your pregnancy ]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:10:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305714&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305714 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305405&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305405 Author: KABJ99
Subject: 14575
Posted: 18 February 2008 at 2:10pm

Hi Flissty

Have you tried going to an osteopath to assist with your pain management. Might be worth a try as Doctors seem to only ever prescribe drugs (and often needlessly) or refer you to a specialist.

I know of a couple of people who have used an osteopath to assist with this issue during pregnancy and after the birth. Where abouts are you based. Might be able to reccomend someone.]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2008 14:10:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305405&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305405 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305266&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305266 Author: first
Subject: 14575
Posted: 18 February 2008 at 12:21pm

Hi I have CFS combined with sever pain and had to come off nortrip which is a relative of amtrip. But the Dr said if I really couldn't cope I could go back onit throughout the pregnancy. Not sure what will be my options once Bfing but you should be able to ask your dr. now so you can make an informed decision for then.

Other thing I find REALLY REAlLY helpful is a TENS machine. These block the nerve pain signals by small electrical pulses. They are completely safe during pregnancy and people even use them during labour. A physio would be able to set you up with one for home in most cases I believe.

Hope that helps.]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:21:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305266&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305266 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305091&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305091 Author: khhast
Subject: 14575
Posted: 18 February 2008 at 8:29am

I don't have CPS, but I do have chronic pain, and am finding it quite hard at times not being able to take codeine while I'm pregnant. My pain is brought on by activity, so to some extent I can manage it, but stress aggravates it, so lack of sleep plus weird pregnancy things equals painful me. The best thing I've found for me is that when I'm in pain to curl up as comfy as I can with a good book to get lost in. It doesn't always work, and it doesn't help get anything done, but it's a nice break from being in pain for a while.

Sorry I can't be more helpful, but do know there are others who know to some extent how you feel.

Hugs

-Kathy]]> Mon, 18 Feb 2008 08:29:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=305091&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#305091 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=304971&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#304971 Author: Maya
Subject: 14575
Posted: 17 February 2008 at 9:24pm

I don't have CPS but I am on a tricyclic, seeing Maternal Mental Health next month to find out what my options are once bubs is born and I am breastfeeding.]]> Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:24:40 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=304971&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#304971 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=304964&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#304964 Author: kebakat
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Posted: 17 February 2008 at 9:19pm

Sorry I can't help you as I've never had to deal with that but maybe you might want to try going to another GP and seeing if they can help you more.]]> Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:19:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=304964&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#304964 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=304959&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#304959 Author: fire_engine
Subject: 14575
Posted: 17 February 2008 at 9:13pm

Is there anyone else out there with chronic pain syndrome? I got taken off my meds when I got pregnant (stupid GP who doesn't know anything about pain meds) and am now having another flare - when combined with sh*te sleep, makes for a not very pretty me! Culminated today in 3 hours of back spasms which have partially responded to deep heat, wheat bag and pain killers. I'm thinking about going back on amitrip but am worried about having to come off it when bubs is born if I want to BF.   Would be great to know if there are others in a similar boat, or who have been in a similar boat (and if your pain is going well, would love to know how you're managing it!)]]> Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:13:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=14575&PID=304959&title=anyone-with-chronic-pain-syndrome#304959