Hi:) Figured I'd update, after seeing a new doctor. I'm diagnosed with something called small fiber neuropathy (peripheral neuropathy). It explains a lot, but not the problems with the pain/stiffness...
thank you:) I think it's a type of peripheral neuropathy. I'll search, thanks....
I saw a new neurologist yesterday and I finally got diagnosed. I also have pinched nerves. It was pretty incredible...he COMPLETELY understood how much pain I live with on a daily basis. He's now...
Thanks:) Just took a look at my labs. CRP and ANA were negative and "RA Latex Turbid" was 11.3, so all looking good. Yeah, my temp is 100.0 right now...joint pain this morning. I'm going to have to...
Thanks. My bloods came back and they were negative! Still running a slight temp--it was 99.7 yesterday. I just don't know...my hands are still hurting me in the morning. Thanks again for your...
Hello...this'll be my last post:) So most of my results came back, and I spoke the nurse at the doctor's office, but they would NOT tell me my results. She said that the doctor wants to wait until he...
Figured I'd edit this to update a bit...last night my knee joint started hurting terribly. I'm not able to walk on it without pain. Hands still stiff in the a.m. No warmth around knee joint tho, so...
Thanks, Chart. Yes, I will let you know what the results are. I'm giving blood now (well, waiting), so we'll see. Ugh...woke up with swollen hands (not noticeably swollen, but my wedding ring is very...
Thanks, PainSherlock. Went to the doctor, and he ordered some blood tests, so we'll see. He also said this could be from a virus/infection, which I'm thinking it is...my kids have been so sick lately...
anyone else have any ideas of what this could be? Thanks....
My doctor suspects that I may have this...I have an appt. with a new neuro coming up soon, so we'll see what he says. The bottoms of my feet burn like...well, like fire! Nice to meet you, and so...
Thanks, Couch and Celebrate:) Yes, we do live in tick country but I wasn't going outside at all before my symptoms began. I hope all of my bloods come up negative. I actually wonder if it's just a...
Hello. I'm in my late 30's and have been dealing with chronic back/neck pain for years due to a car accident. One year ago, when I wasn't having any of the symptoms I'm having now, my allergist blood...
I don't really have a solid diagnosis. I will be visiting a new doctor who has a very long wait list so I still have some time before my appointment. I've been dealing with CP for more than a decade...
--physical therapy, because without it, I would not be functioning like I am --rest --ice/heat (theratherm heating pad, which is ceramic "moist" heat")...
Thank you both very much. I haven't seen my doctor yet, but will in about four weeks. I was thinking maybe it is arthritis, but am I young for that? Are there tests that would show what's going on,...
Hi everyone. I haven't been on for a while. I have chronic back/neck pain--some nerve damage, bulging discs, etc. So about two weeks ago, my knuckle in the middle of my middle finger became painful...
Interesting. Thanks for posting. I wonder if, one day, all long-acting and short acting pain medication might have naloxone in them. We will see. I do not take this medication, but I hope that adding...
Thank you very much! I appreciate it:) I hope that they are all doing well. xxoo...
Hi everyone. I'm not online as much, as I've been very busy with my little ones (but pain is worse than ever:(). Anyway, I do pop in once a week or so, but haven't seen Tina around. Does anyone know...
Just wanted to update. Dr. was not at all worried about my blood test. She said that it's fine:) Thanks again for your help....
Thank you so much. I looked at the symptom list, and I really don't think I have it. I will be sure to update. Thanks again for the support....
I don't know if it's related to Lupus, but from what I have read, Reynauds can be a sign that you will get an autoimmune disease. I was diagnosed with Reynauds. My feet turn colors and burn (not sure...
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Thanks. These numbers are bugging me, but maybe they're just due to me having such awful allergies and being allergic to such a long list of things....
Thank you very much. So do you think the allergist (who ordered these tests) will recommend that I see a rheumatologist?...
I just got my labs back (didn't speak with the doctor yet), and my results for the C3C test are "Out of range" at 88. I'm in my 30's. Why are my results considered out of range. Is this bad? I went...
What are other treatments for IBS besides being prescribed Loperamide? Any treatments that have helped you? I have a friend with IBS, and she takes Loperamide (the active ingredient in Imodium) a few...
I'll say a prayer for you.. Sounds like you're going through a lot. Are they doing the bone scan to check for cancer?...
Hi Vickie. :waves: We're going to get snow here, and have freezing rain as well this week. Speaking of the groundhog, I feel like my life is like Groundhog Day now with two little ones! It's been...
Hi. I lurk a lot, but don't post much anymore. I will keep everyone in my prayers though. Pain has been very high lately, and life has been quite trying, so please keep me in your prayers as well....
Have you read "The Easy Way to Quit Smoking," by Allen Carr? It's an amazing book. I highly recommend reading it. It helps to change the way that you think about smoking....
Hi. I would keep driving around until I found a pharmacy with them in stock. That's just awful to not have your medication on Christmas! I hope you got them?...
No...you can taper without using other meds., but it will make it easier if your doctor prescribes some, and gives you a taper schedule....
Yes...I also agree with SB. Your doctor can prescribe medication to help the taper go easier, and give you an appropriate taper schedule....
Hi Vickie. Just popping in, and happened to read your thread. That's great that you got off of the methadone. I hope that the Zohydro, or whatever you end up trying, works well for you with minimal...
Thanks, Linda. I didn't think it was anaphylactic, because I didn't feel swelling in my mouth or throat. I'm still not 100% better with my breathing. Next time that happens (hoping there's not a next...
Thanks, Vickie. I'm starting to feel better now (about 8 hours later). It was a bad feeling though. My dr. thinks I may have RSD (CPRS), so I have to get evaluated by another doctor for that, and I...
Thank you so much. I just woke up. Wow. It knocked me out. My eyes are not any worse. I don't know if I'm allergic...I just got swollen eyelids--no other allergy symptoms. My vision is weird right...
Just tried Lyrica, and my heart is racing, and my feet and hands are freezing. I'm also a bit nauseous. Not sure, but I feel like my eyelids are a bit puffy. Feeling awful though. Is this normal?...
I'd actually call back and have them take care of it now....
I agree with Tina. I'd stick with a long-acting medication for a few months, or even a year. I think that the side-effects will lessen. It sounds like you're having a really tough time with your pain....
Yay! Thank you all so much. I'll get to cooking tomorrow!!! More recipes are welcome, ha ha! I'm going to start writing them down. Thank you again!...
Hi Myrne. I'm so sorry that you're having so much pain. I'd try not to worry too much now about your taper, but I think it will be key for your doctor to taper your slowly. I'd be open and honest...
Okay...so I go back to work soon, and I'm going to have more responsibilities around the house, regardless of pain levels, as there is just too much to do. My husband cannot handle everything because...
Please also tell Michael and Pete that I send my regards if you talk to them again. Thanks for updating. I also wonder how Dani is doing from time to time, but if I remember correctly, she left for...
I haven't been around as much, so I didn't notice, but SE, I hope you're okay....
IIRC, we don't recommend doctors here, Trissa. You can start a new thread though, and members will give you support if you're having problems....
Has this helped anyone with reduction in pain? Just wondering. Thanks, Flower...
Thanks. I will definitely do my research. Anyone else?...