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I am upset, ive been off effexor (venlafaxine) 3 months and any and all growths on my body hurt more, why? this is worrisome.

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Dr. Felix Brizuela answered

Specializes in Neurology

Controlling pain: effexor (venlafaxine) can be effective for pain relief. Sounds like you have some type of chronic pain condition, such as fibromyalgia and effexor (venlafaxine) was helping.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/21/2016

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A member asked:

I am upset, ive been off effexor (venlafaxine) 3 months and any and all growths on my body hurt more, why? this is worrisome.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Felix Brizuela answered

Dr Altman agreed

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