Question 1

what could brown vaginal discharge mean? in the past two weeks i have been diagnosed with diverticulitis (though they can't be sure) and given birth control for pain management from fibrosis sis.  today and yesterday i started having brown vaginal dischar

Accepted Answer

Brown : Brown vaginal discharge is concerning for a vaginal infection.  You should be tested for pregnancy if there is any possibility, and should have test for infection.  If you have increased pain, fever, vomiting, or light-headedness, then you should be seen as an emergency.

Question 2

can off continuous bladder drainage is still on epidural analgesia post op?

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A bit more patient : The urinary catheter comes off after the epidural analgesia is stopped.

Question 3

what should i expect from pain management?

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A useful consult.: You should expect someone to help you understand the cause of your pain, what the options are to deal/treat the pain and realistic expectations.
What you should not expect is for someone to get you started on an addiction to a powerful narcotic.

Question 4

what are pain management doctors like?

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All are different...: But they share the fact that the focus of their practice is on treating pain. Some use only medical management, which is mostly medication and physical therapy, where others use interventional techniques to treat pain. Most will use some combination of both. Recommend going to someone who has special training in pain or has experience in treating pain. Hope that helps!

Question 5

pain management doctors in 21230 area?

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Pain Md: Do a google search. Also contact the local medical society. You could also check asipp.Org, or asa.Org.

Question 6

how good is acupunture for pain management?

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Acupuncture: Acupuncture can be very useful for many patients.  It is not universally effective for all types/sources of pain or for all patients.

Even in china where patients are accepting of acupuncture and where there are many experts western pain management medicines and procedures are regularly used.  

For patients who have chronic pain acupuncture is worth a try because of the side effects of pain meds.

Question 7

what is a multidisciplinary pain management team?

Accepted Answer

Diverse team: A group of professionals from different specialties, medical and non-medical. Pain management doctors including anesthesiologists, physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists, neurologists, alternative medicine specialists, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, clergies, physical and occupational therapists and social workers.

Question 8

what's a good pain management plan for headaches?

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Depends: There are numerous reasons and types of headaches.  Th appropriate pain management plan all depends upon the types of headaches you have.  You need to see you doctor for a definitive diagnosis before this question can be answered.

Question 9

do i need a referral to get into pain management?

Accepted Answer

Family physician: Speak to your fp and see who your doctor can recommend as a good resource to help you with your pain.

Question 10

how much should an initial pain management visit cost?

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Pain management visi: I assume you are in usa. This visit is usually very in depth and involves looking at all your records and testing expect to be charged anywhere from $150-$250. Keep in mind there is a lot of geographical variability in charges.

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What could brown vaginal discharge mean? in the past two weeks i have been diagnosed with diverticulitis (though they can't be sure) and given birth control for pain management from fibrosis sis. today and yesterday i started having brown vaginal dischar

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Can off continuous bladder drainage is still on epidural analgesia post op?

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What should i expect from pain management?

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What are pain management doctors like?

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Pain management doctors in 21230 area?

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How good is acupunture for pain management?

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What is a multidisciplinary pain management team?

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Do i need a referral to get into pain management?

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