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I was a heavy drinker .now 10months sober... But this caused liver damage so can't take any internal pain relief. Creams don't tend to help..also had bakers cyst burst in my knee.. Any help or advice

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HU has a separate Pain Concern forum where somebody might be well-placed to make some suggestions for you? healthunlocked.com/painconcern

They have a website and a phone line that is open for 4hrs M-F - perhaps they might have some useful suggestions for you?

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olive2709

First congratulations, hopefully liver will improve with time .

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Welcome to the group Tomandsarah and sorry to hear of your pain experiences, however congratulations are in order for your sobriety!

We wanted to extend a welcome and point you towards our website for more practical information around managing the pain and other symptoms of arthritis, without relying only on medication, known as the 'self-management approach' arthritisaction.org.uk/livi...

We hope you find the community here helpful and supportive, and wish you all the best.

Despina

Arthritis Action's Communications Officer

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