Help again! Tramadol

[Shawnee1988]

I'm coming off tramadol that I've been on for 3 weeks with my lock jaw. Feeling really alone, sluggish and just down. Looking for encouragement.

[Shawnee1988]

I don't think I can eat. I feel too horrible. Was able to drink some sprite though

[Shawnee1988]

How long do you guys suspect my WD's will last? I was on 8 tramadol for 3 weeks. 50 mg tabs

[Shawnee1988]

Yes especially my feet. My feet ache so horribly. It's awful.

[atthebeach]

overall body aches?
hot Epsom salt baths, use ice or heat, take advil, motrin, aleve.

[Shawnee1988]

What do I take for severe aching? Hurting so bad I could cry

[Shawnee1988]

Thank you. I see a natural path doctor next week. For now I want to stay very far away from the pain meds. TMJ is a joint disorder in the jaw. Right now my jaw is locked and I can only drink through a straw

[61chevy]

Sorry for my ignorance, but what is TMJ?
I tapered off suboxone n was down to a small amount daily.  I found some tramadol that I had from about a year prior n took two 50mill tablets the first day I didn't take any sub.  Did that for a few days n decided I needed to investigate tram.  I thot it was like Aleve or Ibuprofen cause it was not a controlled substance when I filled prescription.  I found out how addictive tram can b so I stopped taking immediately.  I only took for four days so the wd's I had were from the sub, not the tram.  How much tram were u on?  Three weeks is not a long time so u can get thru this.  We r here to help if we can.  Keep us informed of ur progress.

[atthebeach]

we were typing at the same time.

ok good you will be getting surgery. good to hear.
yes be thankful your w/d symptoms aren't as severe this time.
hun stay positive.

[atthebeach]

hun have you tried other treatment methods for tmj?
you have been on and off pain meds before.
if when and you have to take them can you get someone to
hold the pills for you?

you know it will take time for your brain, mind and body to heal.
please be patient with the process.
don't use any other meds, ie... Ativan or sleeping aids it will only exasperate your sluggishness and depression.
hot baths with Epsom salts, please force yourself to eat, toast, soups, yogurt, drink smoothies, ensure, lots of fluids, move around as much as possible.
you will get through this. time will be your healer.
keep the faith.
sending prayers,
Debbie

[Shawnee1988]

Thank you! I am praying since it was only 3 weeks this time (maybe even less) that I will feel better sooner than later. Also my new doctor now knows tramadol is not okay for me either. I have severe TMJ and lock jaw right now and am waiting to have surgery for it in another state but that could take a month or two. It's very painful but I will deal with the pain and NOT accept tramadol or any other medications.

[61chevy]

Just a quick note.....
Stay strong.  I don't know about Tramadol but I hear its a tough one to detox from.  But so is Suboxone n here I am...34 days from my last dose of sub.  U can get thru this n it's worth it!  Keep posting cause u will get lots of help n support from this forum.  Wishing u the best.

[Shawnee1988]

The only symptoms I'm having is body aches and feeling sluggish and depressed. Also can't eat. No sweats or anything like before. Maybe because I've only been on them for 3 weeks again

[Shawnee1988]

I've been taking between 8-10 a day. I was prescribed 8 a day. I don't think I was off a month. Maybe 2-3 weeks. I don't even remember how I felt beforehand. I just know I feel awful right now :(

[atthebeach]

yes we are here. we will be here to help you through.
hun how much have you been taking?
were you off of them for one month before you started again?
how were you feeling when you started again?

[Shawnee1988]

Thank you for your postings. I need so much encouragement right now

[Shawnee1988]

My body feels soooo achey and I literally cannot eat. Today is day 1. Am I going to survive this?

[Amandag78]

Oh good, Debbies here : )

[pixielv]

Wishing you well and hope you will feel better soon. I know it is not easy but you can kick those stupid pills! :) I am hoping to do the same. Hope you have a good weekend- try to get out in the fresh air as much as possible. I know that helps me so much when I don't feel well. It also tires me out (in a good way) so I can rest well at night.

[Amandag78]

Hey Shawnee, hold tight, someone will answer you shortly : )
Im sorry, i never had issues with tramadol.
Hang in there girl, we are all here for you.
You can do this, just take some deep breaths and try something to distract your thoughts.
Someone will answer you in a minute.
Stay positive : )

[Shawnee1988]

Yes I had to start them up the first part of August. Will you be here to talk to me through this?

[atthebeach]

hello and welcome back.
did you start the tramadol again?
on july 13th you were on your fourth day off of them?

[Shawnee1988]

Please help!!