I am pre-op, but just giving my two cents... if Lyrica doesn't work for you after surgery, can always switch to Neurontin. Same family of drugs with similar effects. I'm not a doc or pharmacist, but I know that I couldn't take Lyrica snd Neurontin works just fine for me.

Yep I agree with Pam we are an awesome group and would love to help any we can. So pop in and chat we love new folks. This is a horrendous disease but with each other we can make it thru.

I have fibromyalgia, interstitial cystitis and endometriosis.  Sometimes all three of these conditions are linked.  I manage my IC with DSMO treatments.  I go to my Urologist every 4-6 weeks and have a catheter inserted with this DSMO ****tail.  It is made up of 4 liquid medications it is put into my bladder and I hold it for approximately 5 minutes then you urinate it out.  The process begins going once a week for 8 weeks then you continue to go as often as you need.  I am now able to sit through a movie.  Sit through my grad school classes as long as I go right before and after class.  I only go once or twice in the middle of the night.  I used to have to urinate every 15-20 minutes with the feeling of a constant bladder infection.  Now if I am careful and watch my diet I only have flair ups once in a while.  There are certain foods and beverages you should learn to stay away from.  You can try the IC network online.  If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.  I wish you the best of luck...it isn't an easy medical condition to have.  None of them are...but it does get a little better when you have the right treatment. 

Wishing everyone a Healthy and Happy New Year...
Lauren

I had RNY Sept 26,2006. The weight lost has not helped with either the fibro or arthritis. BUT the weight lost has helped me get aound easier if that makes sense. I  am glad that I had the surgery. God only knows what I would have weighed if i had not had it. i started at 470 then lowest was 305,now i weigh about 345. I cannot do much exercise and that makes a difference.

Good Luck

I use one too! First tried one when I spent a week in the hospital, just try to sleep there! It worked great and coupled with ear plugs I can sleep for days! I can get them at the local $1 store for a buck so can't beat that. I'd urge others to give it a try if they have difficulty sleeping.