oops, sorry Kathy/Nini. I misspelled Makaila's name twice above. I tried to edit it, but kept hangin up, so just apologizing for the misspells, lol....
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Great going, Kathy! I got your back, kiddo. You're awesome and I envy your take-charge leadership attitude. I wish there was something I could do, too. Got any ideas? I would love to help, but I'm...
Hi Daniel. I am so sorry for all the pain you have gone through. And of all things to have pain from...your tush. We all have one, so there's no need to be embarrassed, if you are...but I probably...
Glad you feel the same way, Kathy. I know what you mean about being 98.8% comfortable with the people on this forum. But, this is the internet and you never know who might be lurking out there. I...
Hi Kathy, You are so welcome...my words came directly from my heart as I felt I can connect with you, and therefore I really care about you. Lol sorry if that sounds kinda sappy, but I do feel we...
Hi David, I wanted to also welcome you to the Chronic Pain forum. I'm glad you decided to join us. However, I am so sorry for what you have gone through and continue to go through. No one should have...
Hi Donna, Well I just wanted to say hi and tell you that I think Kathy/Nini is absolutely right. And I know you know that...but you just can't find a way to get the help you need. I have also been in...
Hey Patrick, I wanted to wish you a *late* HAPPY BIRTHDAY. I do hope it was a good one with a lower pain day as well. I think you are doing the right thing by applying for SSI. I have been struggling...
Laura, Oh wow, I am so sorry for what you are going through. Your issues make me feel guilty for complaining about mine. I'm glad you are able to get to this forum and talk to us...at least venting...
Heather Lynn, I also wanted to remind you to be sure and not sit for too long at a time. This can lead to pelvic congestion and more pain. I know you probably know that, but just wanted to give you a...
Heather Lynn, I am so sorry for your increased pain today. How well I remember those days of gyno and endo problems (pre-hysterectomy 5 yrs ago). As I'm sure you know, endometriosis can have a...
Thank you, Patrick. I know you are absolutely correct in saying that sometimes the injections just don't work for everyone. I guess I should get the 3rd one soon, before the end of the calendar year...
Donna, my heart aches for you. I am so sorry for the losses you have just experienced in your family. The best thing you can do for your daughter is just let her cry, talk, scream...or whatever she...
Tina, Oh my goodness, I am so sorry for all you are going through. I can't even imagine having twins to take care of as well. I've had my share of gyno problems, incuding anemia and ultimately a...
Hi Kittyfuzz, LOVE your name! I am a cat lover myself and I want to thank you for what you do in rescuing our little friends. I have 3 cats that I adore...one in particular that sleeps on top of...
I just had my 2nd lumbar epidural steroid injection on the 13th. I can't tell any difference at all. I understand that it takes time to feel any relief, but honestly, I never had relief after the...
Hi Kathy, Oh Kathy....I just had to reply to your post because I can totally relate to what you are feeling. First of all, I wanted to tell you that I think you are an invaluable member to this forum...
Hello Country, I wanted to welcome you also. I, too, have spinal issues, as do many of the members here. You will find a wealth of good information under the "Chronic Pain 101" section...and you will...
/community/emoticons/wink.gif Congratulations Heather on your recent wedding! You two look beautiful...and so happy! I hope it was a low pain day. And those cupcakes looked yummy, too!...
Robin, just reading your post has suddenly put my current state of mind in a more peaceful mood! Thank you so much for sharing that. I hate to admit it, but I tend to be one of those "glass half...
Hopelessgirl, I'm so sorry about your husband's job loss and you certainly do not need the added stress of worrying about going through withdrawals...and PAIN. Patrick/ Misterkatamari had some good...
Thank you, Karen, for the great advice and encouraging words. Yes, I looked over Fibro 101 and it has some wonderful information and links. I intend to go back and look over some more. And I could...
Hi Tina, I'm not sure if I've met you yet on here or not, but I wanted to jump in and say a few words. I've read several of your posts, so I sort of feel like I know you just a bit...your kids sound...
Hi Robin...thanks for your reply! Yes, I have had lots of bloodwork done by my PCP to rule out any autoimmune disorder. She was suspicious of lupus or psoriatic arthritis because I have been having a...
/community/emoticons/confused.gif Hello everyone...I have been posting on the Chronic Pain site because I have started seeing a pain management dr. recently for my back issues. I have DDD with...
Hi ibs, So sorry about the pain and misery you are going through. I just wanted to discuss what my experiences have been with this issue. I am much older than you (52) and have dealt with horrible...
Michele, I hope you can change your new username to "WASsore42long" and will no longer have a need to come to this forum...although please DO! Good luck to you tomorrow! This is so exciting, but...
Just wondering if you have tried those disposable hand warmers that you can find in sporting goods section of Walmart and other stores. Sometimes I see them in the check-out lines with all the "last...
Hi Chutz, This vacation sounds amazing! I also love this time of year. I hope you have a wonderful time, filled with low pain days and free of stress. Congrats on the Anniversary! Gentle Hugs, Mysti...
Hi Michele, I can understand how you would be anxious about your surgery...and we tend to always think the worse. I truly hope you have a speedy recovery and everything goes well for you. Keep us...
Hi Badheartdude, I'm really sorry this is going on with you. Hopefully, "no news is good news", as far as the doc not calling you back. You know, I'm wondering if your message is going to the nurse...
Hi Rose, First of all, I am so sorry about how things are going at home. But I bet your husband is just feeling the stress and said something he didn't mean. I know mine has made many comments like...
Hi Cathy and thanks for your good advice. I'm going to try that with the pillowcase, like you suggested. Actually, I was placing my ice pack in a baggie so it wouldn't leak, then applying that...
I think you should call the pharmacist and verify that you do, in fact, have the correct medication. Actually, I think you should take it to them for inspection and verification...but I understand...
Hi Heather, I'm not sure if I have met you, but I wanted to congratulate you on your marriage and I hope you have a wonderful honeymoon! Take care of yourself and don't overdo anything! (wink wink ;)...
Hi Cogito, Many here have given you well-intended advice of different meds to try, but I know you've tried them all and been there and done that...so I'm not going there....and really, when it comes...
That was very unprofessional of that nurse...she should have NOT mentioned something like that before the dr. has a chance to discuss it with you. But what's done is done...she was just flat wrong....
You know, I'm glad you brought this up! It doesn't just happen to men, as I am a woman and it's been an issue for me my whole life...but recently has gotten much worse...now even in the privacy of my...
Thank you kat1611 for your reply! Yes, that's what I am understanding about the set of 3 injections only. I guess I was just wondering why the PM doc didn't go ahead and inject that 3rd disc (L3) he...
Hi Shannon....Just wondering how you are doing with your staples out now. I know that probably hurt, getting the staples out...but I bet will start to feel so much better now. Lol, I would freak out,...
I'm so sorry about your pain issues with your colder weather. The heat down here in Texas has been the problem for me and others with pain. It's been scorching temps around 110, which is just brutal...
Thanks to all of your replies! I appreciate it so much! Actually, today has been a very good day. I am finally getting some relief. Last night, I was in some bad pain, but when I got up this morning,...
Hi Rusing.....nice to see you here, but sorry for the pain you are dealing with. Ok, so you said the Cymbalta deals with your pain fine....so in my opinion, I would say "if it ain't broke, don't fix...
Hi Badheartdude...I'm so sorry for your increased pain. The posts above me gave you some good advice. That's right, giving up is NEVER an option. Your day with your grandson sounds amazing. Hold on...
Hi Jim...I totally can relate to your feelings with your new PMD. I'm going through some similar stuff with the one I just started going to, as you have replied to my posts. I started going to PM...
Hi Kerry...I am on Lyrica now and my dr just increased my dose yesterday. I agree with the others on saying they should start you out on a low dose and gradually increase. Lyrica dosing ranges from...
Hi Kerry, I just wanted to welcome you to the boards here...I'm fairly new, but I have found great advice and also found a place where I could whine about my frustrations and not feel like I was...
/community/emoticons/smhair.gif Screaming Eagle....oh my goodness! Wow, I don't know if it's the meds or what, but I absolutely had forgotten I made that post a bit earlier....yikes! Now I'm really...
Hi everyone! Well I had my first epidural steroid injection for my low back pain on the 13th. The first couple of days I thought it worked wonders. However, today I am having horrible burning pain in...