Dear dear Michael...Hang in there friend...Hope you get in to see your doc early and get a much needed med change. Take Care Amy...
Welcome Dumach to HW forum...so sorry for the reason you are here. What a nightmare you are going through, some of these docs treat animals better than humans. I agree there are some good ones but...
I think once you see your rhuemy doc you will know if this is fibro. I know that before I went to my rhuemy doc I would have made the same disciption you had....achey and sore all over. Almost like...
I am excited for you...that is just wonderful that you are going back to school....Glad you are doing well. Good luck and keep putting one foot in front of the other. Take care and all the best, Amy...
Brooklyn.....welcome to the HW forum....I am so sorry about the loss of your mom that is a big loss in a girl's life. I am sure that is one of the reasons you are fighting with depression. Have you...
Rocckyd....Yes that does sound strange I had a similar experience with a neurologist...infact my appointments with him was so weird that my next 2 appointments I had a family member come with me. My...
Hello MWH.....welcome to HW forum...Like David said we all have one thing in common chronic pain. I have found massage wonderful also but like you said it can be a great expense. Like Tina said a...
I had a fairly decent weekend....On friday night we went to the track and watched the horse races...did a little betting, lol..... Then saturday we went to a rodeo in a small town about 30 miles...
Tina....Never thought about what woman with CP do when they are pregnant as I was already done having children when I developed CP. How did you manage did you have to go totally off your meds or just...
Chart...I am sorry you are feeling so down but not uncommon when you are chasing a dx. Don't worry yourself just yet I to was told it sounded like MS or Lupus and it was neither. Good luck with your...
Grandma.....I also suffer from hip pain, however mine is a form of bursitus and I get a cortizone shot once every 6mths. That does usually help with mobility. I sure hope it helps you and you can get...
I am so sorry to hear all the people who are having trouble getting their pain meds. I live in Canada and have not had that experience and hope I never do that is just so unfair. I never thought a...
I am with you snowbunny...I also have a 7 day container for my pills makes life easier. And wow Chronic Cat Lady that is amazing that you got to talk to your PM and change your meds without even...
Snowbunny...I don't think you are a dork...I don't notice anything like that but maybe your body is more sensitive to the meds....
I totally agree with Snowbunny...have him go to your doctors appointment with you and if he is as understanding as you said he should have no problem understanding why you need these meds....like my...
Hello Erin and welcome to HW...Congrats on your little boy! I am so sorry that you are suffering so much. I have had migraines and they are no fun. I was given Imitrex shots as well as going for...
Tina....I am happy you are getting some relief I hope you continue, but you are right the ups and downs of CP are annoying to say the least. /community/emoticons/yeah.gif...
Mommakiki....I have been in that position as soon as some people hear you take pain medication they think you are willing to share. I will not share my pain meds and I would tell your friend that...
I totally agree with the rest of the answers....It is time to put your foot down. The more you push to get everything done the more they will expect you to always do it...then it is you who is laid...
I have been away way too long....I had some things going on in my life that had knocked me for a loop. I lost my dear godfather and Uncle the same week we lost my husband's brother. My husband's...
I am with Tina....I would not sue but would definetly report this...it could have been worse!...
Welcome David to HW forum....I am so sorry to hear you are having pain issues with your back. I also suffer with back and leg pain. I hope you will continue to post as I think you will find great...
Dear Frontline...I am so sorry for your loss....this is alot to deal with at any age. I agree with the others and strongley suggest you talk with your gramma and ask her to help make an appointment...
Pete....I have only been on this forum since Nov/11, but reading your posts have made me laugh and cry. I understand fully about how you do not feel like the man you used to be.....I also do not feel...
Welcome Bonnie....I am with snowbunny if this has been going on for a week I would go to th ER and have it checked. There they can at least see if maybe you are getting medication into your system....
So happy to hear all went well...11 stones poor girl. I am glad to hear they are giving her something to keep the pain under control. All the best to her and her recovery. Take care, Amy...
Welcome Bunkymoon....I am sorry that you are not getting support at home, but Debbie is right there are lots of wonderful members who will be able to support you along the way. Hang in there! What...
Hi Kathy, I will gladly send a prayer for your daughter. My friend just had hers removed last tuesday and all went well, she is already feeling pretty good. I fully agree with your take on the meds...
/community/emoticons/nono.gif Holy it just should not be so hard...suffering like most of us do on a day to day basis and now they throw all these rules and regulations. I have worked for the...
AngMichelle....so sorry you are having these troubles...been there....I have to agree with the rest see if you can get in to see a pain specialist, they are very knowledgeable in pain meds and pain...
Wow Fish...you should be so proud of yourself, that is no easy task...what a good job you have done. I like you and others has really improved my diet...it's like a viscious circle. You hurt so you...
Thanks everyone....seen the doc yesterday and she definetly thinks it is just more issues with nerves. Going to physio to see if this is something they may help with, if it does not help after a...
Awww.....Doggy's are so smart...my son moved back home to finish school...along with him came is 60lb black lab, at first I was like mmmm....is this going to work out...well it did and let me tell...
Welcome FireflyHillary....I am sure sorry you are suffering so much. I sure hope you can a change of meds soon. Keep posting as you will soon learn there are lots of caring and supportive members....
Loretta...hope you get your hands on your meds soon. I think it is awful that you have had to go without them to begin with. I will keep you in my prayers and hope that helps you get through this...
What a JERK......I would report him for sure.....he sounds like a creep!...
Angel....so sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers! Bless you, Amy...
I am with Karen...the stress can be causing your uncontolled pain...I know it is easier said then done but try and relax. I go to florida for 2-3 weeks a year and I really notice a difference. Hope...
Holy Cow....Me too! I can only wear soft material and no tags......and hate bras, same as the rest last thing to go on and the first to come off...lol...Crazy what this Fibro does to a person. Oh and...
Hi there Jamiee....I am so sorry you are so down, sending positive energy your way. Compassionate hugs you way... Bless you, Amy...
Welcome aaron to HW forum...I am so sorry that you have not learned compassion,sympathy or empathy or very important emotions to be missing....I would seek counceling and work very hard to learn...
Welcome Tutti...I am sorry I don't have any answer for you, you best speak with your doc. I hope you will keep posting as you will soon learn what supportive and encouraging member the HW forum has....
I am experiencing something different then my normal CP. I feels like both my legs from the knee down falls asleep as well as both feet...then they start to ache and feel a burning or really cold...
Hello everyone....I usually post on the chronic pain site....however I believe I am having a different problem and just wanted to see if anyone has ever experienced their legs falling asleep an their...
Oh Swim chick.....I am so sorry for what you and your brother are going through. It does sound like post traumatic stress disorder. Maybe see if he will talk with a professional....thank him for me...
Beagleman....I am so happy that things in your life are going well. Flora sounds like a lovely lady and you sound like you really enjoy each others company. I wish you all the best. Keep posting I...
Lauren....Welcome to HW forum...Like Laura I think you have been given some very good advice. I think you will find this forum full of helpful and encouraging members. Keep us posted and let us know...
I thought I read somewhere that him and his son are fishing....probaly catching some real big ones!!!...
Diane...In around 5 yrs I will be joining you just for the winters though. The area we will be in is about 25 miles from Tampa in New Port Richie....hope you enjoy it. My parents have gone for the...