I find using marijuana is extremely helpful with not just easing pain but helps with nausea better than many anti nausea meds,for me anyways .I have been able to cut back the pain meds by at least half by just taking a few puffs throughout the day.
May 30
Dealing with abdominal pain from enlarged lymph nodes is really tough, and it's important to let your oncologist know that acetaminophen isn't cutting it so they can reassess your pain management plan.
There are several options your doctor may consider stepping up to:
- Prescription-strength pain relievers, including Show Full Answer
Dealing with abdominal pain from enlarged lymph nodes is really tough, and it's important to let your oncologist know that acetaminophen isn't cutting it so they can reassess your pain management plan.
There are several options your doctor may consider stepping up to:
- Prescription-strength pain relievers, including opioid medications like hydrocodone, oxycodone, or morphine for more severe pain
- Gabapentin (Neurontin), an anti-seizure medication that many people with lymphoma find helpful for pain
- Duloxetine (Cymbalta), an antidepressant that can also reduce pain
- Steroids, which can help reduce inflammation around swollen lymph nodes and ease pain
- NSAIDs like Aleve, though your doctor needs to weigh in first as these aren't always suitable during treatment Some MyLymphomaTeam members have also found relief through complementary approaches like acupuncture, massage, medical marijuana, or CBD products where legally available.
One MyLymphomaTeam member shared that after a few weeks on gabapentin, their daily pain level dropped from a 7 to a 3.
Always check with your care team before trying anything new, as some supplements and over-the-counter products can interfere with lymphoma treatment.
May 30
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