I am seeing a psychologist that deals with pain, not all of them cover that but most seem to handle anxiety, depression, and stress. I was asked about abuse but said no thinking more about physical so I would tell the psychologist you see about the emotionally abuse relationships. Good luck finding a good psychologist and I hope it helps you.
Janet
Chronic Penis Tip Pain
Re: Chronic Penis Tip Pain
2007-08 pelvic muscles spasms treated by EGS. 6/27/10 sat too long on hard chair- spasms, EGS not work Botox help, cortisone shots in coccyx help, still pain, PT found PNE & sent me to Dr Marvel nerve blocks & MRN, TG left surgery 5/9/11. I have chronic bunion pain surgery at age 21. TG gave me back enough sitting to keep my job & join in some social activities. I wish the best to everyone! 2019 luck with orthotics from pedorthist & great PT allowing me to get off oxycodone.
Re: Chronic Penis Tip Pain
Sounds like Ezer's posts could be helpful for you. I remember he posted some links to some free resources that explain how to use the mindbody approach and treat yourself for free. I think you have nothing to lose by trying it. It does work for some people.
Sorry, I'm not sure what to look for in a psychologist because I'm not much of an expert in that area. Some people have mentioned cognitive behavior therapy being helpful.
Regarding drugs like cymbalta, I had too many side effects from it also. You could try starting out on a much smaller dose and titrating up or you could try a different drug. I found lexapro to be helpful in reducing symptoms and clonazepam helped me sleep. Sometimes it's a matter of trial and error when it comes to drugs because people react differently to them depending on their genetic make-up. Some people find gabapentin or lyrica to be helpful. I see drugs as a temporary solution if you can find the root cause of your problem and work on getting healed from that. Hopefully you will have success with dealing with the emotional issues.
Violet
Sorry, I'm not sure what to look for in a psychologist because I'm not much of an expert in that area. Some people have mentioned cognitive behavior therapy being helpful.
Regarding drugs like cymbalta, I had too many side effects from it also. You could try starting out on a much smaller dose and titrating up or you could try a different drug. I found lexapro to be helpful in reducing symptoms and clonazepam helped me sleep. Sometimes it's a matter of trial and error when it comes to drugs because people react differently to them depending on their genetic make-up. Some people find gabapentin or lyrica to be helpful. I see drugs as a temporary solution if you can find the root cause of your problem and work on getting healed from that. Hopefully you will have success with dealing with the emotional issues.
Violet
PNE since 2002. Started from weightlifting. PNE surgery from Dr. Bautrant, Oct 2004. Pain now is usually a 0 and I can sit for hours on certain chairs. No longer take medication for PNE. Can work full time and do "The Firm" exercise program. 99% cured from PGAD. PNE surgery was right for me but it might not be for you. Do your research.
Re: Chronic Penis Tip Pain
Chronic penile tip pain is frequently attributed to trigger points in levator ani, mainly its parts pubococcygeus/puborectalis. These parts are difficult to treat by PT, but skillful PT is able to do it.
I would say, that this avenue is more probable than PN.
Psychomatic issues might also play a role, especially tension-anxiety related disorders. I was too heavily struggling with TMJ for a decade or so. Now I practically dont have any problems with that...My pelvis plays a prime role...
I would say, that this avenue is more probable than PN.
Psychomatic issues might also play a role, especially tension-anxiety related disorders. I was too heavily struggling with TMJ for a decade or so. Now I practically dont have any problems with that...My pelvis plays a prime role...
summer 2009 - episodic post ejaculatory pain,
early 2010- major flare-up, chronification
february 2011 - ESCW wave. major flare-up, lasting 5 months
february 2012 - diagnosed CPPS with irritation of pudendal nerve, hypog. plexus block
june 2012 - dorsal nerve block, no relief
2013 - starting PT with moderate results
2014-2017 better periods interchanging with heavy flare ups
2018 first long remission (several months)
2019-2023 most of the time almost assymptomatic with cca 2 flare ups yearly
early 2010- major flare-up, chronification
february 2011 - ESCW wave. major flare-up, lasting 5 months
february 2012 - diagnosed CPPS with irritation of pudendal nerve, hypog. plexus block
june 2012 - dorsal nerve block, no relief
2013 - starting PT with moderate results
2014-2017 better periods interchanging with heavy flare ups
2018 first long remission (several months)
2019-2023 most of the time almost assymptomatic with cca 2 flare ups yearly