800 ibuprofen work for me with the bodyaches pains and my joints
August 2
Managing pain without narcotics is very possible with lymphoma, and there are quite a few options worth exploring with your care team. Here's an overview of both medical and complementary approaches:
Over-the-Counter Medications
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- NSAIDs like Aleve — though check with your doctor first, as these Show Full Answer
Managing pain without narcotics is very possible with lymphoma, and there are quite a few options worth exploring with your care team. Here's an overview of both medical and complementary approaches:
Over-the-Counter Medications
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- NSAIDs like Aleve — though check with your doctor first, as these can mask fevers that may signal infection
- Antihistamines like Claritin or Zyrtec have helped some people with treatment-related bone pain
Prescription Non-Opioid Medications
- Gabapentin (Neurontin) — one MyLymphomaTeam member shared their pain dropped from a 7 to a 3 after a few weeks on it
- Duloxetine (Cymbalta)
- Steroids to reduce inflammation around bone tumors or lesions
Complementary Therapies
- Acupuncture or dry needle acupuncture
- Massage therapy
- Physical or occupational therapy
- Biofeedback
- Nutrition counseling A few important cautions to keep in mind:
- Always check with your doctor before starting any over-the-counter medication, supplement, or herbal remedy, as some can interfere with lymphoma treatment
- Acupuncture may not be suitable if your immune system is significantly weakened, so get clearance from your oncologist first
- If one approach isn't working, a follow-up with your care team can help explore adjustments
Pain management is very individual, so working closely with your healthcare team to find the right combination for you is key.
August 1
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