Guest guest Posted April 15, 2002 Report Share Posted April 15, 2002 , I use Lidocaine as part of the treatment regimen for my vulvodynia and yes when I first put it on it burns for a little bit and then goes away. And then I'm numb for several hours at a time. Feel free to e-mail me privately any time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2002 Report Share Posted April 16, 2002 Hi, I am suffering with vulvordynia and wondered what strength Lidocain some of the people are using. Thanks ________________________________________________________________ GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO! Juno offers FREE or PREMIUM Internet access for less! Join Juno today! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/web/. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2002 Report Share Posted April 16, 2002 I have just started using 5% liocaine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2002 Report Share Posted April 16, 2002 I use 5%, I need A LOT of it in order for it to work. My doc gave me a prescription for 10%, I haven't tried it yet since my boyfriend and I very rarely have intercourse. Robyn lgfocht@... wrote: Hi,I am suffering with vulvordynia and wondered what strength Lidocain someof the people are using.Thanks________________________________________________________________GET INTERNET ACCESS FROM JUNO!Juno offers FREE or PREMIUM Internet access for less!Join Juno today! For your FREE software, visit:http://dl.www.juno.com/get/web/. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2002 Report Share Posted April 16, 2002 Hi, I use bot the lidocaine 5% ointment and the 2% jelly as part of my treatment regimen for my vulvodynia. Kristy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 16, 2002 Report Share Posted April 16, 2002 Robyn, Is ins going to cover the 10% (something new to me). Also, do you know who the manufacturer is that you will be getting this medication from? The reason I ask is b/c I use the brand name product from Astra Zenca called Xylocaine and they don't make a 10% one. Also, are you hurting all over or just a certain area? I ask this b/c with myself sometimes I need to use a lot too with my big area of coverage, and also when I'm real bad like with a yeast infection like now and I itch during the day or in this case nite while I'm at work I have to use a little more Lidocaine than I normally do. Feel free to e-mail me privately any time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 Glad to hear that's working for you Ter (using the higher % of lidocaine and the vanicream (not sure what that is) but just a reminder that those 'caines' also help halt the histamine output..... and that (plus cytokines, basophils, etc.) is what causes that pain and inflammation ,itch etc. and why OTC antihistamines can help, as well also things like the Benedryl gel lotion applied topically as does oral prescription ones like Atarax, or Claritin, allegra, etc. and from some studies there are approx 50% of us that do have an overabundance of histamine with genes with no known 'triggers'... an autoimmune response. Wishing you continued success hon... Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 Glad to hear that's working for you Ter (using the higher % of lidocaine and the vanicream (not sure what that is) but just a reminder that those 'caines' also help halt the histamine output..... and that (plus cytokines, basophils, etc.) is what causes that pain and inflammation ,itch etc. and why OTC antihistamines can help, as well also things like the Benedryl gel lotion applied topically as does oral prescription ones like Atarax, or Claritin, allegra, etc. and from some studies there are approx 50% of us that do have an overabundance of histamine with genes with no known 'triggers'... an autoimmune response. Wishing you continued success hon... Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 Glad to hear that's working for you Ter (using the higher % of lidocaine and the vanicream (not sure what that is) but just a reminder that those 'caines' also help halt the histamine output..... and that (plus cytokines, basophils, etc.) is what causes that pain and inflammation ,itch etc. and why OTC antihistamines can help, as well also things like the Benedryl gel lotion applied topically as does oral prescription ones like Atarax, or Claritin, allegra, etc. and from some studies there are approx 50% of us that do have an overabundance of histamine with genes with no known 'triggers'... an autoimmune response. Wishing you continued success hon... Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 Dee, just a note - when I talked to my doctor about the fact that I stopped the atarax and started using the benedryl gel, he noted that they had tried that in the practice, but it didn't help because it wasn't strong enough. So it may be that - for some people - we've got to bring down the level of histamine, and try to alieviate any possible triggers, then a topical treatment like that will be sufficient. > Glad to hear that's working for you Ter (using the higher % of lidocaine and the vanicream (not sure what that is) but just a reminder that those 'caines' also help halt the histamine output..... and that (plus cytokines, basophils, etc.) is what causes that pain and inflammation ,itch etc. and why OTC antihistamines can help, as well also things like the Benedryl gel lotion applied topically as does oral prescription ones like Atarax, or Claritin, allegra, etc. and from some studies there are approx 50% of us that do have an overabundance of histamine with genes with no known 'triggers'... an autoimmune response. > > Wishing you continued success hon... > Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 You're definitely right , it all depends on the stages someone is in. For those who aren't too bad, a topical or even an oral might be enough. (not that it's a cure by any means) *sigh* but to help with a flare up. I know one woman who swears that the Benedryl gel was the ONLY thing that gave her relief from severe itching where a steroid didn't touch it at all, and in fact excoriated her. It really is a trial and error thing, but like Ter said the lidocaine was a help and it made sense since it too lowers the histamine level. It's the unknown 'triggers' that are the darn problem. And with over 50% not having any known triggers!! Or one time it may be a trigger but not another, it's just frustrating for sure. Those who do know their triggers (or allergens) are the lucky ones and can avoid them. Thanks always for your input. Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 You're definitely right , it all depends on the stages someone is in. For those who aren't too bad, a topical or even an oral might be enough. (not that it's a cure by any means) *sigh* but to help with a flare up. I know one woman who swears that the Benedryl gel was the ONLY thing that gave her relief from severe itching where a steroid didn't touch it at all, and in fact excoriated her. It really is a trial and error thing, but like Ter said the lidocaine was a help and it made sense since it too lowers the histamine level. It's the unknown 'triggers' that are the darn problem. And with over 50% not having any known triggers!! Or one time it may be a trigger but not another, it's just frustrating for sure. Those who do know their triggers (or allergens) are the lucky ones and can avoid them. Thanks always for your input. Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 You're definitely right , it all depends on the stages someone is in. For those who aren't too bad, a topical or even an oral might be enough. (not that it's a cure by any means) *sigh* but to help with a flare up. I know one woman who swears that the Benedryl gel was the ONLY thing that gave her relief from severe itching where a steroid didn't touch it at all, and in fact excoriated her. It really is a trial and error thing, but like Ter said the lidocaine was a help and it made sense since it too lowers the histamine level. It's the unknown 'triggers' that are the darn problem. And with over 50% not having any known triggers!! Or one time it may be a trigger but not another, it's just frustrating for sure. Those who do know their triggers (or allergens) are the lucky ones and can avoid them. Thanks always for your input. Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2003 Report Share Posted January 8, 2003 Hi All: Just one concern about lidocaine, and that it is listed as a potential carcinogen. The package inserts warn about the carcinogenic potential, but doesn't specify how much of a risk the topical formulation poses. Lidocaine works well for me as well, but my concern with long-term use is the carcinogenic potential. Most of the concern surrounds derivatives of the lidocaine that circulate into the body when it is used as an injection or internally, but given the lack of sufficient evidence regarding topical evidence, the lingering concern still creeps up for me. Short-term use holds no concern whatsoever, as we are all exposed to multiple carcinogens on a daily basis, but my concern is more over long-term, daily use of it, especially given that Dr. is recommending patients use it 5 times a day. JR > Glad to hear that's working for you Ter (using the higher % of lidocaine and the vanicream (not sure what that is) but just a reminder that those 'caines' also help halt the histamine output..... and that (plus cytokines, basophils, etc.) is what causes that pain and inflammation ,itch etc. and why OTC antihistamines can help, as well also things like the Benedryl gel lotion applied topically as does oral prescription ones like Atarax, or Claritin, allegra, etc. and from some studies there are approx 50% of us that do have an overabundance of histamine with genes with no known 'triggers'... an autoimmune response. > > Wishing you continued success hon... > Dee~ ; ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2003 Report Share Posted May 17, 2003 , I've been using the lidocaine patches for like 3 years now, and i got really good relief the first 2 years and now they still help me a little by taking the edge off the pain... I love them.. Chrystine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 17, 2003 Report Share Posted May 17, 2003 , I've been using the lidocaine patches for like 3 years now, and i got really good relief the first 2 years and now they still help me a little by taking the edge off the pain... I love them.. Chrystine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2003 Report Share Posted May 18, 2003 > Has anyone had good luck with the 5% Lidocaine patches? Hi , I have been using the lidoderm patches off and on for almost 4 years and they are great. I am not able to use them in the summer months since I use them on my feet. I have used them on my back, even though they recommend using them on a fatty part of the body. You should get reimbursed from insurance for them too. Have you tried the compounding creams yet? They are easier since you just rub it in, not having to worry about them falling off like the patches. Take care . Hugs and a pain free minute, Deborah (Deb) Debgena@...(Deborah Genatossio) Founder of RSD-CRPSofAmerica E-mail us anytime @RSD-CRPS of America Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2003 Report Share Posted May 18, 2003 > Has anyone had good luck with the 5% Lidocaine patches? Hi , I have been using the lidoderm patches off and on for almost 4 years and they are great. I am not able to use them in the summer months since I use them on my feet. I have used them on my back, even though they recommend using them on a fatty part of the body. You should get reimbursed from insurance for them too. Have you tried the compounding creams yet? They are easier since you just rub it in, not having to worry about them falling off like the patches. Take care . Hugs and a pain free minute, Deborah (Deb) Debgena@...(Deborah Genatossio) Founder of RSD-CRPSofAmerica E-mail us anytime @RSD-CRPS of America Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2003 Report Share Posted May 18, 2003 > Has anyone had good luck with the 5% Lidocaine patches? Hi , I have been using the lidoderm patches off and on for almost 4 years and they are great. I am not able to use them in the summer months since I use them on my feet. I have used them on my back, even though they recommend using them on a fatty part of the body. You should get reimbursed from insurance for them too. Have you tried the compounding creams yet? They are easier since you just rub it in, not having to worry about them falling off like the patches. Take care . Hugs and a pain free minute, Deborah (Deb) Debgena@...(Deborah Genatossio) Founder of RSD-CRPSofAmerica E-mail us anytime @RSD-CRPS of America Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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