Yes, you can discuss switching with your doctor
Leukemia (2012) 26(12):247482
Guo J, Xu B, Han Q, Zhou H, Xia Y, Gong C
When Conventional Pain Treatment Fails If pain persists despite medications, injections, or physical therapy, it is often a sign that: Inflammation is being driven by systemic factors Tissue damage is not healing adequately The nervous system remains stuck in a pain-sensitive state Foundational supports like nutrition, sleep, and recovery are insufficient At this point, continuing to suppress symptoms without addressing root causes can prolong suffering rather than resolve it
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But the evidence for meaningful systemic benefit from oral supplementation is limited outside specific populations (acetaminophen overdose, chronic liver disease, chemotherapy support)