I was wondering if anyone could offer any advice on bladder infections. My 15 year old daughter has or had a bladder infection and although lab tests say it`s gone she is still suffering from really...
Hi Misty I had the surgery years ago and it was the best thing I did. It worked out very well. As for the pain, I was in alot of pain when I got home. It lasted about 30 hours and just like a light...
Hey BarbJust wanted to let you know that I've been thinking about you and will continue to pray for you. I wish there was more I could do. Hang in there. I wish you all the best. Your friend Randy...
Hi Barb Just wanted to stop in and wish you all the best. You certainly have alot on your plate and as others have said, there's no reason to feel bad about venting. I don't think anyone would want...
Hi Momofanuthouse I'm on CPPD. First let me say that everyone told me that they deny almost everyone the first time you apply and sure enough I was denied. I reapplied and everything went fine after...
Hi Missrn Just wanted to welcome you to the site. Sounds like you've had quiet a rough time. Life sure isn't easy. Like David said, this is a great place to vent your frustrations and get some...
Hi Barb I'm sorry to hear your not doing to well. I'm afraid I don't have any ideas on what it could be. I just wanted to let you know your in my thoughts and prayers and I hope things improve very...
Hi Misty I did not have pain other than extreme pain in just the heel and did not have any spurs. I would agree with Retired Mom and exhaust all methods before having surgery. Surgery releases the...
Hi Misty I have had this surgery. If it's the kind that releases the tendon, that's the one I had. I tried cortisone shots and orthotics and everything else we could think of but nothing helped. The...
Hi Ashley Just wanted to welcome you to the site. I deal with chronic pain on a daily basis myself as do many many people here, so your in the right group. I don't think you'll find a better more...
Hi Barb I wish I could add something medically helpful but I'm at a loss. So I'll just say that I'll certainly be praying for you. Your in my thoughts and prayers a lot. All my best Randy (Stingray)...
Hi DavidI wish you all the best and you will certainly be in my prayers. Just want to include this story. Hope it helps you like it did me and it's not to long. All my best. Stingray(Randy) A Dose of...
Hi Outtammo Just wanted to welcome you to the site. I have used the patch many yeas ago and remember having a problem with it lasting more than 2 days. If I understood this right, it's awful that...
Hey David What can I say that hasn't already been said. So let me just say that I'm glad your around and hope you will be for a very long time. Don't think I'll match your number of posts if I live...
Hey PurgI'm sorry to hear your having such a rough time. It 's awful to be in such a circumstance. I wish you all the best and you'll certainly be in my prayers. Please keep us up to date on your...
Hi 2y4t This may sound a little obvious but maybe your over doing it. You might have inflamed something and now are just making it worse by carrying on as if nothing were wrong. I'm a little confused...
Hi Rocckyd Sorry to hear your having such a rough time. There really doesn't seem to be any end to the crappy things that can happen. Just wanted to drop you a few lines to tell you I hope you feel...
Hi Beck It seems everyone with CP has had problems with sleep. I started having problems after the first time I had an anxiety or panic attack which I was told is also a side effect of CP. I've been...
Hey Purg HAPPY BIRTHDAY.....Hope you have a great day. All the best Stingray(Randy)...
Hi Dave I know just how you feel. I've had my back fused and 10 other surgeries unrelated to my back and am in pain most of the time and know just how you feel. As a matter of fact today was one of...
Hi RobbieI had my back fused at L4 and L5 and it seems like that was the worse thing I ever did. Now I live with chronic pain and have little to no hope of getting rid of the pain. As you probably...
Thanks for responding and the info. I think I'll keep this post between you and me because my wife reads it and gets moustache hair between now and when she 90 you know who's gonna get the blame. I...
Hi PeteI was just wondering if you would know the side effects of the injection type therapy. I am using the gel but am worried about the side effect of leg swelling as I already have a problem with...
Thanks Heather I really appreciate the well wishes. I hope your doing okay. Talk to you soon. All the best...Stingray(Randy)...
I don't post often so I hope no one minds if I post here. It's been such a rotten week. The pain clinic I waited a year and a half to get in just wiped their hands of me after trying 2 injections...
Hi Kaely I'm sorry your having such a hard time. People can be cruel but family can be the cruelest of all. I have a mother who has said so many cruel and hurtful things that I always feel...
Hi Jessie Just wanted to also welcome you to the site. I have chronic back pain from a failed back fusion. You`ll find alot of nice folks here with a wealth of knowledge and experiences. Nice to meet...
Hi MindyI know how you feel all to well. I hate long trips. I too would rather drive as Snowbunny mentioned. Just wanted to make a suggestion if heat helps you. I just purchased a pack of ThermaCare...
HI Cogito I can relate to some of the issues you're experiencing. Although in my case it's oxycodone. My energy levels were in the toilet and with a physical job it just drained me dry. It didn't...
Hi Louise Just wanted to welcome you to the site and say I'm sorry your son is in such rough shape. I think Straydog is right in suggesting a neurosurgeon or orthopedic surgeon. Not that I recommend...
Hi NO I certainly understand your frustration. These contracts seem to go only one way. I have never had to sign one but have heard a few horror stories about them. I also would like to see these...
Hi Matt Just thought I'd put my 2 cents worth in. I agree with what the other have said. You may want to ask your doctor to give you straight oxycodone without it being mixed with tylenol. This is...
Hi Barb First let me welcome you to the site. It won't take you long to discover that there are alot of us who suffer from chronic pain from all sorts of reasons. When your pain begins to rule your...
Hi t6t7c Sorry to hear your in a lot of pain. I had a back fusion done a few years ago and do get a burning sensation occasionally. They fixed one problem but created alot more. It basically left me...
Hi LorettaI'm sorry to hear your in a bind. It's beyond maddening when doctors leave you in a bind like that. I've had the same thing happen to me with a pain clinic. I couldn't believe a pain clinic...
Hi Lynn Sorry to hear your not doing well. I've had back pain a long time and finally had a back fusion a few years ago. It did fix one problem but as I've read with others it caused more problems....
Hi PB I'm sorry to hear your suffering and sorry I can't offer any advice, but wanted to welcome you to the site. I'm sure you'll get some advice from the ladies here who are all very nice and...
Hi Vickie Welcome back. Not sure if we have met before or not. My memory is good but really short. Sorry to hear about your dogs. They become members of the family and I know how it feels to loose...
Hi Glass Oliver I've had numerous injections and so far none have done any good. I'm scheduled to have another in March and I'm hoping it will help. This one is called a Medial branch injection. To...
Hi Just thought I'd mention while were on the topic of sticky stuff. WD40 is also very handy to have around. It removes most glue and even tree sap out of your hair. Don't ask how I know that...LOL....
Hi Mom Wow is all I can say. Sounds like it would be easier to build a new house. I know you can get a very large storage container they drop in your driveway for just such a renovation job. You move...
Hi LazerOrca I am having problems with my ankles and especially my left foot. I had plantar fasciitis in my right foot and it was unbearable. I had a few cortisone shots and it did very little. I...
HI Suzane and Mindy Thank you for your words of support. It does feel a bit better to get it off my chest. I'm sorry your both having so much pain of your own.I wish you all the best and hope that...
Hey Chart I'm sorry your having such a rough time. Must be very frustrating. I wish I could offer some advice but I don't have any experience with eye problems. I will however say a prayer for you...
Thank you so much for your replies. It means alot to me that you would take the time to respond. I can usually keep it together but I guess some stress cracks are starting to show. I guess I'm just...
Was cleaning out a closet when I came across some awards and trophies I got when I used to do martial arts. I can't believe their even mine. Over the years I've had one surgery after another, mostly...
Hi Poppy I was thinking the same thing that maybe the dose might be a little high. I have used the patch before and was started at 25mg. Maybe you could use a 25mg patch and make up the difference in...
Hi No relief Sorry your having such a rough time. I think the others are right, you definitely need more testing. I know myself that kidney issues and back pain seem to go together. You didn't...
Hi Medicalkid2 I'm sorry your in such a tough situation. I can see why doctors are so reluctant to prescribe narcotics. At such a young age they don't want you to get started on that road so early in...
Hi Pete Geez you make going to the doc an adventure. I'm kinda jealous. My doc is 1 problem per visit. If I say my foot and toe hurt he says hey hey which one is it gonna be. Talk about pushing the...