Advice on Lower back degenerative disc disease
Dwain_dibly72
Community member Posts: 5 Listener
Hi all just found this site and looking for some advice on Lower back degenerative disc disease I've had it for around 6 years now been to gp had x rays etc phisio chiropractor etc but to no avail gp just keeps perscribing naproxen which works but I don't want to be taking them long term I'm looking for a safer alternative
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Hi @Dwain_dibly72 welcome to the community! Have you been referred to a pain management clinic?Disability Gamechanger - 2019
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No the gp didn't seem bothered when I asked about alternatives a few months ago
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I think this would be beneficial to you, are you able to consult another GP for a second opinion?Disability Gamechanger - 2019
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Lol that's easy I never see the same gp
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Ah...I understand it is frustrating however keep trying to get a referral, hoping a doctor listens soon!Disability Gamechanger - 2019
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I'll have another go at speaking to them and ask if I could be refferd to pain management
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Good luck! If no further forward then we will help you try and find another solutionDisability Gamechanger - 2019
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Thanks I'll keep you posted ?
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My husband has a degenerative back since 2017 an operation wasn't successful cage put inabd bolts and screws. A follow appointment has been cancelled a few times and rebooked for March 24.
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