This is very helpful. I haven't been functioning on a normal level for the past year. I am so discouraged. This might help while I wait for Blue Cross to decide if they will cover the drug Sublocade; a monthly injection stronger than Fentanyl.

I would also tell you that being newly diagnosed can contribute to the depression just as much as the chronic pain. I was a hot mess for 2 years after I came down with symptoms & was diagnosed.

I take Duloxetine, generic for Cymbalta, for nerve pain. It does help somewhat.

I take Cymbalta for my depression & fibromyalgia. It works great for me. I forgot to take it for a few days, and boy could I tell a difference.

I have been taking Cymbalta for more than 10 years. My neurologist gave it to me. I am very sensitive to medications but this one seems to work well for me and I can still function in daily life as well.