HealthTree Multiple Myeloma Patient Side Effect Solutions

Gabapentin (Neurontin)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 55% reported success (65 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 40% reported no effect (47 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 5% reported feeling worse (6 REVIEWS)

Exercise to help maintain good blood flow to the hands and feet

Self-Management

Low-impact exercises, such as swimming and biking are good. Calf raises, calf stretches, ankle circles, standing heel to toe, leg lifts, finger taps, finger rolls.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 85% reported success (99 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 15% reported no effect (18 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Multi-B Complex with B1, B6, B12 and Folic Acid

Supplement

Always get your doctors approval and correct dose before taking any solution recommendations.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 34% reported success (21 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 64% reported no effect (39 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 2% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Drink plenty of water and other non-alcoholic beverages

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 45% reported success (26 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 55% reported no effect (32 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Lyrica (Pregabalin) and Cymbalta (Duloxetine)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 65% reported success (37 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 30% reported no effect (17 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 5% reported feeling worse (3 REVIEWS)

Vitamin D

OTC Meds

Always get your doctors approval and correct dose before taking any solution recommendations.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 20% reported success (11 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 80% reported no effect (44 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA)

Supplement

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 44% reported success (24 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 56% reported no effect (30 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Shoes

Self-Management

Avoid tight-fitting shoes and socks, wear shoes with a wide toe box.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 88% reported success (44 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 10% reported no effect (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 2% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Drug dose reduction

Physician Intervention

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 81% reported success (34 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 17% reported no effect (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 2% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Wear warm clothing, gloves, socks and coats

Self-Management

For cold weather climates.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 79% reported success (31 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 13% reported no effect (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 8% reported feeling worse (3 REVIEWS)

Opioids

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 67% reported success (26 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 31% reported no effect (12 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 3% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Change or stop treatment

Physician Intervention

Velcade infusion to Velcade injection.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 94% reported success (34 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 3% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 3% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Vitmain B-12

Supplement

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 28% reported success (9 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 72% reported no effect (23 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

CBD lotion, oil, edibles, vape or pain stick

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 53% reported success (17 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 47% reported no effect (15 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Gabapentin (Neurontin) and Cymbalta (Duloxetine)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 50% reported success (15 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 43% reported no effect (13 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 7% reported feeling worse (2 REVIEWS)

Eat a healthy well-balanced diet

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 28% reported success (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 72% reported no effect (18 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Eats plenty of fruits and vegetables

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 27% reported success (6 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 73% reported no effect (16 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Tumeric (Curcumin)

Supplement

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 41% reported success (9 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 55% reported no effect (12 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 5% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Compression socks

Other Remedies

Injinji toe sock can be helpful.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 64% reported success (14 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 18% reported no effect (4 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 18% reported feeling worse (4 REVIEWS)

Lyrica (Pregabalin)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 62% reported success (13 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 38% reported no effect (8 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Clench and unclench hands and feet

Self-Management

For cold whether climates.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 65% reported success (13 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 35% reported no effect (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Massage with cocoa butter cream with Vitamin E

Self-Management

Begin massaging at the toes or fingers and gently work your way up the limb. Try a wooden foot massager to increase circulation.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 60% reported success (12 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 35% reported no effect (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 5% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Magnesium

Supplement

Always get your doctors approval and correct dose before taking any solution recommendations.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 35% reported success (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 65% reported no effect (13 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Cymbalta (Duloxetine)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 40% reported success (8 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 40% reported no effect (8 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 20% reported feeling worse (4 REVIEWS)

Referral to Neurologist

Physician Intervention

If symptoms are severe enough.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 63% reported success (12 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 32% reported no effect (6 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 5% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Keep your home at a comfortable temperature

Self-Management

Extreme heat or cold can worsen symptoms.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 72% reported success (13 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 28% reported no effect (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

TENS unit or other nerve stimulators

Other Remedies

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 44% reported success (8 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 56% reported no effect (10 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Physical therapy

Physician Intervention

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 67% reported success (12 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 33% reported no effect (6 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Sleep with socks

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 56% reported success (9 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 31% reported no effect (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 13% reported feeling worse (2 REVIEWS)

Fish oils (Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA)

Supplement

1–2 one-gram capsules daily with food.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 25% reported success (4 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 75% reported no effect (12 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Potasium from food

Supplement

Spinach, squash, bananas, oranges, potatoes.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 29% reported success (4 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 71% reported no effect (10 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Well-fitting wool socks

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 85% reported success (11 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 8% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 8% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Vitmain B-6

Supplement

Do not exceed 100 mg, 50–100 mg daily.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 23% reported success (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 77% reported no effect (10 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Vitamin C

Supplement

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 20% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 80% reported no effect (8 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Tonic Water

Supplement

1 glass in the evening or when cramping.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 70% reported success (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 30% reported no effect (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Lidocaine patch

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 30% reported success (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 70% reported no effect (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Acetyl-L-Carnitine

Supplement

Always get your doctors approval and correct dose before taking any solution recommendations.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 30% reported success (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 70% reported no effect (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Use alcohol only in moderation

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 11% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 89% reported no effect (8 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Cocoa butter cream

Topical Treatment

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 44% reported success (4 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 56% reported no effect (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Folic Acid

Supplement

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 22% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 78% reported no effect (7 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Soak feet in a warm-water vibrating foot bath

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 44% reported success (4 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 33% reported no effect (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 22% reported feeling worse (2 REVIEWS)

Glutamine or L-Glutamine

Supplement

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 71% reported success (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 29% reported no effect (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Effexor XR

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 67% reported success (4 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 17% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 17% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Frankincense lotion

Topical Treatment

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 50% reported success (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 50% reported no effect (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

L-Carnitine

Supplement

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 33% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 67% reported no effect (4 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Apple cider vinegar

Food & Beverages

Always get your doctors approval and correct dose before taking any solution recommendations.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 0% reported success (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 100% reported no effect (6 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Vitamin E

Supplement

400 IU daily.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 17% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 83% reported no effect (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Menthol-based creams, such as Vicks rub

Topical Treatment

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 83% reported success (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 17% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Burt’s Bees Hand Salve (massage onto hands and/or feet)

Topical Treatment

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 40% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 60% reported no effect (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Ice Packs

Self-Management

Under toes and finger tips.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Acupuncture

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 60% reported success (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 20% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 20% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Monitor blood sugar if diabetic

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (5 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Occupational therapy

Physician Intervention

Help with fine motor skills like buttoning a shirt.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 50% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 50% reported no effect (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Magnesium lotion

Topical Treatment

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 25% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 25% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 50% reported feeling worse (2 REVIEWS)

Pregabalin and Cymbalta (Duloxetine)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 75% reported success (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 25% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Don't smoke

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 25% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 75% reported no effect (3 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Capsaicin cream (OTC or RX)

Topical Treatment

May cause pain when first used.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 0% reported success (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 33% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 67% reported feeling worse (2 REVIEWS)

Arnica Gel

OTC Meds

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 33% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 67% reported no effect (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Compounded lotion (Lamotrigine 2.5, Meloxicam 009%, Lidocaine 2%, Prilocaine 2%)

Prescription

Always get your doctors approval and correct dose before taking any solution recommendations.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 67% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 33% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Sleep under a weighted blanket

Self-Management

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 33% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 33% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 33% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Sanexas

Physician Intervention

Electric Cell Signaling (ECS) energy waves that promote healing effects.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 67% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 33% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Keep feet dry, change damp socks to dry socks

Self-Management

For cold whether climates.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 33% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 67% reported no effect (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Cold laser therapy

Other Remedies

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 67% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 33% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Nortriptolene (Pamelor)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Celebrex

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 0% reported success (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 50% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 50% reported feeling worse (1 REVIEWS)

Pillow top bath mat

Other Remedies

Helps when showering.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (2 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Powerdot electrical muscle stimulator

Other Remedies

www.powerdot.com

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Oxcarbazepine (Oxtellar, Trileptal)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Penetrex

Topical Treatment

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Cryotherapy

Investigational

Use of an extremely cold liquid to freeze and destroy abnormal tissue.

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 0% reported success (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 100% reported no effect (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Pickle juice

Self-Management

I have tried this solution

sentiment_satisfied_alt 100% reported success (1 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)

Elavil (Amitriptyline)

Prescription

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sentiment_satisfied_alt 0% reported success (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_neutral 0% reported no effect (0 REVIEWS) sentiment_very_dissatisfied 0% reported feeling worse (0 REVIEWS)