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In reply to the discussion: Medical Dilemma: My cardiologist says NSAIDS are killing me. But I have severe arthritis. [View all]Coventina
(27,636 posts)20. I apologize, I'm not entirely sure what you are asking?
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Medical Dilemma: My cardiologist says NSAIDS are killing me. But I have severe arthritis. [View all]
Coventina
Jul 2018
OP
CBD oil that contains no active THC components OUGHT to be ok, BUT it is NOT... YET
hlthe2b
Jul 2018
#10
Not "legal" for Federal employees and military though. That's what I was referring to.
hlthe2b
Jul 2018
#128
MMj makes me completely non-functional; it is definitely not a replacement for an opiate/opioid pain
TheFrenchRazor
Jul 2018
#165
The studies on NSAIDS have shown Naproxen to be the safest, though still some risk...
hlthe2b
Jul 2018
#6
Yes! OTC Aleve (naproxen) @220 mg helps me a LOT!! Just once a day for my osteo aches...
NurseJackie
Jul 2018
#16
the studies I am referring to were those linking NSAIDs with Cardiovascular risk...
hlthe2b
Jul 2018
#87
Goodness, Coventina, get the surgeries. Mr Nay has had a back operation and both hips have
Nay
Jul 2018
#131
Interesting, I'll give the cocoa a try. I do take the Glucosamine/Chondroitin combo.
Coventina
Jul 2018
#15
I just started on a keto like diet. I don't miss sugars at all. I feel full. Because
applegrove
Jul 2018
#151
Are Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitors (infusions) for severe RA safer than NSAIDS?
LeftInTX
Jul 2018
#13
As much as I dislike all the natural drug free ways to handle severe arthritis and I
braddy
Jul 2018
#14
Fully committing to stuff like this since you are being shut out of more simple help (drugs).
braddy
Jul 2018
#27
magnesium oxide is usually the best preparation for muscle cramps/pain
Horse with no Name
Jul 2018
#140
If she works for the government, Kratom can be on several agency lists of site banned substances.
haele
Jul 2018
#77
Most of the CBD oil sold OTC in TX health food stores and head shops are snake oil.
LeftInTX
Jul 2018
#39
Thanks! Well, I'm allegedly seeing one of the best there is in the Phoenix area.
Coventina
Jul 2018
#52
I'm in similar straits. What specifically are you seeing the cardiologist for?
nolabear
Jul 2018
#66
Has your physician suggested one of the biggest logical? If not perhaps you should ask
still_one
Jul 2018
#105
Have you tried a TENS device, like physical therapists use? Individuals can purchase them. n/t
pnwmom
Jul 2018
#124
Is there a reason you can't wear it for half the day, and use NSAIDS the other half?
pnwmom
Jul 2018
#132
The cardiologist said ANY NSAID contributes to heart disease / stroke / liver failure
Coventina
Jul 2018
#159
I took that much I ibuprofen for fibromyalgia and wound up with a perforated ulcer.
hedda_foil
Jul 2018
#154
There's a related drug called Ketoprofin that is a lot less destructive than ibuprofin.
hedda_foil
Jul 2018
#160
i feel you; it's total BS. if the government is going to prevent me from obtaining relief from my pa
TheFrenchRazor
Jul 2018
#164