Betsey I hope all goes really well for you today. I know how you have suffered and will think positive for you that this surgery will take all the pain away... Hugs Bonnie :yeah:...
I take mine to be recycled with all my other plastics. I am fortunate that they take all plastics. The huge bottles that the Gabapentin come in make good change collectors....
Loretta I am so sorry for your loss. Big Hugs to you. I cannot even imagine your pain!! Bonnie...
You said "around the home' so I would say my most dangerous place is outside. The ice and snow terrify me. I am really scared of falling. Answer: Have good boots. De-Ice alot. Walk like a 90 yr old....
I often wonder about those tubs. You would have to sit there and wait while the water drains before opening the door. I would get cold....
Good article SE thanks. Bonnie...
I have a numb/tingling in my face and lips as well. Doctors are not concerned about it. It may stem from my neck issues. Or not??? I do notice it more when my meds are taken to late. I had a...
Loretta I hope your pain is better today. Betsey I sorry no one was in chat for you. You could join our FB page and perhaps someone would be there for you in the nite. I know one member lives in a...
Welcome to HW. I see you have been given lots of great advice. Hoping your pain decreases. Bonnie...
Congratulations Laura. This is well deserved!! Bonnie :yeah:...
I have been taking Gabapentin for about 5 years. 3000mg per day. My neurologist says that is about the top amount that should be taken. Works for neuropathy in my arms and hands. Without it I...
I bought my Rigid Heddle Loom at a Wool store. You can order them online too. I would recommend googling and researching first. Lots of utube videos. Have fun. Bonnie...
Betsey I am so glad you are finally getting the knee. After all your posts I feel I know you. We have spoken in chat, but not for a long time. You are looking for a hobby, have you tried weaving? You...
Hi I take 3000 mg of Gabapentin a day. Have been on it for 5 years and it has not bothered my stomach at all. The gabapentin no longer takes care of all my neuropathic pain. I started on Cesamet a...
Hi Have you tried Gabapentin on Lyrica for the nerve pain? Also I find that Cesamet helps as well. Bonnie...
Hi I have been taking Cesamet for DDD cervical spine, for a week now. I find it has helped my neuropathy and pain. I am also on Gabapentin. I have a very low tolerance to most meds and get severe...
I can't email you from you for some reason "no email program associated" Anyway, great idea. Dec 1 is mine. Bonnie That will work fine sunflower....I have noted it. Thanks! SE...
Thanks for the responses. With a CT scan IV dye I had an anaphylactic reaction. I don't think it was overheating in the MRI tube as I was cold until the instant they started the injection. The only...
Hi Have any of you experienced reactions to the MRI contrast (gadolinium)? I had an MRI yesterday (cervical spine) and after being given the injection had a full body heat and sweat flushing and...
Codeine is derived from Morphine (Opiates) just like all of the painkillers. Yes it is not classified as it is a low dosage. See below what is in Wikipedia: Codeine or 3-methylmorphine (a natural...
I am so happy for you! Thinks are certainly looking up for you. Now you can relax as that is one stress that is gone....
I am glad Lyrica is working for you. Pain relief is #1. I take Gabapentin (neurontin) ( 3000 mg/day) which works the same way for the nerves. Once you get used to the side effects it is well worth...
Hi I am also have adverse reactions to pain meds. Codeine is also from the opiate family so you should be careful taking any opiate medications. That about covers all of the pain meds unfortunately....
Depends on your age if you get hot flashes or not.... Yes, no O is a side effect of gabapentin in some people. Same with antidepressants....
Hi I think it is the Gabapentin. I am on this and have the same issues. It is really really difficult to obtain an O! Did you also know gabapentin helps prevent hot flashes. Bonnie...
I saw an interesting program last week, can't remember the name of the program, something like Medical Mystery Diagnosis. Not sure. Have you checked out Dystonia? May be worth a look. Bonnie...
Hi I am so glad your visit went well. Finally some relief is in sight for you. I know you have been struggling so much. When you find a Doctor that cares it changes things so much. Bonnie...
Thanks for your responses. Helps to know someone else has had this issue too. I cannot take any painkillers as I have adverse reactions to all of the opiate derived meds I have tried. Seizures,...
Tramadol is not a controlled substance here. You need a regular prescription. I have bad reactions to all the opioids I have tried. Doc wanted me to try Tramadol as it is a synthetic. But had...
I hope you are hanging in there Dex. I have enjoyed talking to you in Chat, have not seen you in there recently. When you are feeling up to it I know that talking to people helps....
Hi Thanks for the reply. The pain starts on the inner elbow area, near the ulnar nerve. My Osteopath worked on it with little success. Any extension of my arm makes it hurt, showering hurts, turning...
Hi I used to post here regularly but have not been on for a few years. Used a different name then. I have had a fusion C5 C6 many years ago. A foraminotomy/laminectomy C6-C7-T1 5 years ago. I can no...
I BC Canada the government is going to supply 12 weeks of patches or nicotine gum to smokers starting in Sept. I was amazed when this was announced yesterday!...
HI If you go to the chat room there is usually someone in there you can talk to. Look and see which room they are in (quite often anxiety or chronic pain) and join them there....
Stretching is the thing that keeps me going! Easy Yoga stretches and some my Osteopath recommended. They keep the Fascia pliant and stretched....
Hi It depends which side the compression is worse on. The discs in my neck are degenerating and it is worse on the left side. So only the left side nerves were compressed. Had a laminectomy on two...
Also do some stretches to put your pelvis back in place. Lay on your back Put one leg flat Put the other leg at 45d angle (making your legan upside down L from your body) Press on leg that is up with...
I am sorry you are feeling so bad. I know it is really hard, especially when your lifestyle has to change because of your pain. We all have the same difficulties. No-one without having had chronic...
I agree with ginny you should look into MFP syndrome. I have it along with my cervical ddd. An Osteopath is the one to look for or a massage therapist trained in MFP release. In the USA it is a DR of...
JJ how is it going?? You have not replied to us. Please let us know. Bonnie /community/emoticons/confused.gif ...
Hi I cannot help with the mri report, however I do know what the neck pain is all about . I have had a fusion C5 C6 and Laminectomy at C6 C7 T1. I also continued with pain and neuropathy in my arms...
LOL Yes I am awake. I started lower and went up to 3300mg, then tried to switch to something else and that was a "horror" so much pain! ! ! Then went back up to 3000mg. Have tried to go down 100 at a...
I am taking 3000mg of Gabapentin a day. Any less and the neuropathy comes back too strong. We are all so different and react differently to meds. Bonnie...
Hi JJ Have you investigated Myofacial Pain Syndrome. I also have neuropathy in my arms and hands from DDD. Also have had laminectomy and a fusion. Was unable to function well at all and no work until...
Hi All Happy Sunday. It is a beautiful day here on the coast of BC. I "wasted" yesterday in bed with an icepack on my head with a horrible migraine. The only thing I think could have caused it was...
Yes, released from hospital yesterday. Still weak and tired.......... Glad you are well enough to cook!!!!!!!!! Bonnie...
Hey Pamela I hope hubby is improving. My partner is also in the hospital with pneumonia. It is exhausting for me and you too I am sure. Stay strong. Bonnie...
Pamela I am sorry you are not getting good treatment. Look for a therapist trained in myofascia release. Maybe then you can get some relief. I hate the way doctors only want us to cover the pain with...
I am depressed today and don't know why. Everything has been going great until lately. I was so tired after work that I have lowered my dose of gabapenting by 200mg in my afternoon dose. I was on...
Hey Pamela Have they not shown you any stretches to loosen the fascia? The muscle knots or tightens and then the fascia tightens over that and then comes the pain. Both my arms and hands were in...