Is there an allodynia that is not painful, but just pressure?

[Moonshadow216]

I am hoping someone reading this can give me added insight.

The most recent problem I have been having is a sensitivity to pressure. And I haven't been able to get any answers. It's my right side mostly being affected. bra straps and waistbands really irritate me- and it's not pain. It doesn't hurt. It's the pressure against my skin. It drives me to distraction, literally.

This started 6 years ago.

I've been to my doctor, on multiple occassions throughout the years. I did tell her this problem and others I have been having-

anxiety, depression,  hyperhidrosis, muscle twitches, a constant ache in my muscles and joints- migraines (thank God they're not frequent), numbness in my lower right leg (it sometimes feels like there is a band around my leg right below the calf, and slightly cold and tingly underneath it, waking myself up at night by my legs, or entire body jerking.

After running blood tests and a nerve conductions study- the most she could find is a slight B12 deficiency- she sent me to a therapist and psychiatrist. Telling me that I was too wound up, it was most likely stress.

So I DID tell my doctor and she does think I am neurotic.

So, two years of therapy (diagnosed with OCD, anxiety and depression) and  many drugs later I'm still the same (we've tried prozac, lexapro, wellbutrin... the next on the list to try is zoloft) and nothing has helped. Prozac helped some, but I was sleeping all the time.

I am going for a second opinion (different PCP now, and a new psychiatrist/therapist combo) and another nerve conduction study and round of bloodtests...

And am completely frustrated at the lack of answers. And tired of being stuck in dresses (all the odd looks and questions that go along with wearing a dress to an active event) or racing home after work to get into a nightgown because I can't stand the feel of my clothes anymore. And not wanting to go out because that means having to get dressed.

Has anyone experienced anything like this?

I've reading about fibromyalgia and sensitivity and pain with clothes- but I am not sure if I fit that because it is the pressure- not pain. And it's only on the right side. My left is usually fine.

And I am not sure if I have fibromyalgia. My doctor does not think I do, but she also hasn't tried any new tests, to rule out other things, either. Just repeats of the nerve conduction study, and blood tests.

I'd really appreciate feedback.

[k9helper]

You could also try Lyrica-it blocks nerve pain. I also see an Osteopath, go for IMS treatments and Massage-all have been very successful i take vitamin suppliments and also Cipralex and Cymbalta- although they are anti-depressants they work in people with fibromyalgia to help stop pain and I also find the Cipralex helps with migraine control. Keep me posted. :)

[Moonshadow216]

It does help, knowing this.

It's been extremely frustrating, and, well, honestly, I've never been able to tell it it is a real physical problem- or if there is something wrong mentally.

It's hard when you think it's all in your head and no matter how hard you try you just can't get past it.

[k9helper]

Hello,

I'm not sure if you do have fibromyalgia,but keep in mind that there aremany,many symptoms and not everyone has the same ones. The only ones we tend to share are widespread pain on both sides of the body and fatigue. As for the sensitivity to pressure that is one that I too get. It's not always bad and not always bilaterally. I hate the feel of my bra also even though it's not tight the pressure of it makes me feel like I can't get a proper breath. I wear loose clothing and never sleep in night gowns or clothing (sorry TMI )but it illustrates my point. Even someone hugging me or holding my hand,arm whatever for too long begins to aggravate me. It's not painful just uncomfortable.

Hope this helps.