I am not on Medicaid, I have a PPO. I've found that the number of pills allowed has been in the hands of the pharmacies, in order to keep as many customers as possible. I am now under the care of a...
roc....omg, 2 extensive surgeries......I'm sorry it hasn't been a success...unfortunately I'm not nearly as knowledgeable re: my surgery...All I can recall is that the discs were literally crumbling,...
rocckyd, I also have the titanium discs as mine were disintegrating...I had the surgery done in '99, and my jaw hurts and aches. It makes crunching sounds when I open my mouth....I need to go the...
Hi Susie, Once he realized I was there because I couldn't get the script filled, you could see him thinking how all of this would effect him...the paperwork, etc...he didn't ask how I was doing, how...
Saw my pm doctor this morning. First thing he says is "why are you here early?" in a very mean voice. (my original appt was for 1/15) Looking at him straight in the eye, I calmly gave him the 10/325...
We all need to vent Mark...no need to apologize at all. I'm so sorry your nerve pain is so bad...I think the bad weather contributes to our increased pain levels. My husband had an exceptionally...
Thanks so much you guys for your encouragement and thoughts!! Made me feel better! Merrida, you're so right about being treated differently because we're CP'ers. It seems most people assume the...
I've been to so many pharmacies since Dec. 23 looking for one that can fill my Percocet 10/325 script.. No luck. My usual mom and pop place has "a lot" of the 10/650's and of course I would need a...
I, too was on Neurontin for a while...it didn't do much of anything, then my legs and hands started to swell alarmingly ....I quit cold turkey, no problems. I'm so sorry you're having this type of...
Since yesterday was the day after Christmas, I thought I'd wait a day so that any pharmacy deliveries could be made. Using the site that OnTheRocks provided, I made many calls....absolutely NO...
Mark, my husband has severe sciatica also. It can definitely flare up out of seemingly no where. Sitting is particularly painful for him, and he also uses a tennis ball to get a bit of relief, as...
thank you for the idea Linds, ......but The Walmarts around here are closed today.... Hope you're having a good day. Tomorrow I plan on using the link that OnTheRocks provided, see if I can get any...
Litespeed...I'm so sorry you were treated so harshly! They were so rude to you. Did you have trouble finding a good pm doc? I just may have to find a new pm.....My husband had talked to the...
I just reread my first post.....I didn't call the pharmacies, I physically went to them. I apologize for the mix up! Walgreens was kind enough to fill my script last month because my mom and pop...
Boxerlover, just saw your post....that's a great idea to check hospital pharmacies....thanks for the suggestion!...
Thanks MtnGrlNC....I wasn't aware of the manufacturing limits. If that is indeed the issue, I feel a little better....although I'm still not happy with my pm doctor. Also, none of the pharmacies...
Thank you for writing mallardmark.... I really appreciate your input. My doctor doesn't have any kind of emergency number. The pharmacist at Walgreens said to call in the morning to see if any come...
I went to 10 pharmacies. No one has these. One pharmacist said I was the 5th person to call about these particular meds. I called my PM doctor. I explained the situation, and was essentially told too...
Hey you guys.....My weekend was really good...Saturday spent nice day with hubby, then early Sunday morning I drove 450 miles to Georgia to see my grandson ....(I drive up every 4-6 weeks). He's...
Thanks to everyone for your responses! They all helped. this isn't an insurance issue for me, I'd gladly pay out of pocket if I had to, so it must be a pharmacy rule as Straydog and Splashdancer...
I don't think this is an insurance issue, unless the insurance companies dictate the amount of pills that each pharmacy gets each month..... I certainly could be mistaken, but my understanding is...
thanks for responding QT, I'm supposed to get 150/month. I've been on this dosage for over 3 years, after being abruptly taken off Roxicodone.....that switch was due to the police going to every pm...
When I brought in my monthly script for 150 10/325 Percocets, my pharmacist explained that he now gets a very limited number of narcotics every month, and the maximum he can now dispense is 120. Is...
Like Lindaloo, my weekend was quiet, watching football (I swear the Bucs are cursed...actually, they need a new coach), and spending some time with hubby. Tomorrow I fly 'back home' to Connecticut...
Hi Vannie, After both of my TMJ discs were replaced 14 years ago, (Prior to my fibro diagnosis), I had sharp, continuous pain that encircled my head...it wasn't a migraine, and the pain meds seemed...
I take 300 mg (in the morning) for depression,..of all the antidepressants I've tried over the years, I feel this works the best. For me, Wellbutrin does absolutely nothing for pain, and it doesn't...
I echo Compiler, and ask what about getting your stoma wet?...
The anticipation and preparation for my monthly trips to see my 14 month old grandson. I drive (900 miles round trip), but since my car is so comfortable I'm literally good to go! The little guy is...
Google Martindale-Hubble, Personal Injury. Attorneys are rated by their peers--- it's an excellent and accurate source to utilize. If your friend hasn't already done so, suggest that he begin keeping...
what a fun thread Myself! I, too, loathe baseball. Like several others here, my husband of 32 years got me hooked on football... especially love college games! They don't play as cautiously as the...
Keribeth, My 3rd wrist surgery involved a peripheral neuroma which developed after the 2nd surgery. This 3rd (and final!) attempt to resolve the wrist pain included cauterizing the nerves comprising...
I drive 900 miles round trip every 4-6 weeks to help take care of my grandson, who is turning one in 2 days. I made the trip yesterday...I got up at 3 a.m., on the road by 4, and arrived a little...
Keri, I'm also a retired high school teacher. The overwhelming feelings of identity loss can be so difficult... The other posters have wonderful suggestions.. keeping a schedule, staying connected...
I've been shorted also...30 percocets. I counted them when I got home and immediately called the pharmacy, a mom and pop place. They told me to come back right away and the pharmacist questioned the...
I realize that most people pay with their debit and/or credit card......we still use cash, as I found that I spend a lot more if I use my Visa. Since I use cash, I get change....every week I empty my...
My fibro symptoms also started before my complete hysterectomy, which was 14 years ago....I was 44. After several years of attempting to control excessive bleeding, cramping and pain with...
Thinking of you Susie..sending good thoughts and well wishes your way. Yankee Girl...
I echo Sherrine re: digging out your rental contract....is there a clause in it that states anything about relocating to a similar townhouse in your rental community? I understand there would likely...
regarding keeping cool while trying to sleep: just before going to bed I take a spray bottle filled with cool water and mist the sheets and pillowcases.....not to soak everything, but to make...
Hi Kay, I'm in East Pasco County, and I've gone to the Watson Clinic in Lakeland..very kind and caring facility....
Hi Danger, You've been given lots of great advice... Personally, I need to have eaten a little something before I take my meds...crackers, toast, fruit...for me it doesn't need to be a full meal,...
hi Betsey, I'm a long time lurker and occational poster...Welcome to Florida! I live just north of Tampa. My pain levels increase dramatically when either a cold or warm front comes thru. That's...
I've been on pain meds for years, so constipation has been a real problem. I've tried everything, and nothing really worked, until my husband read about Citrucel. This stuff is a miracle. I take it...
thanks so much almost medfree and Deepwell for your kind words. Al-anon would probably be a good idea. Yes, my husband and I are well aware she's like a vampire, sucking our blood and soul out of us...
For the last few months, serious issues with our 20 something daughter, who is intelligent and well educated have plagued our family. Her choices have been horrendous. As parents we have tried our...
Hip/leg pain was my first fibro symptom over 10 years ago. Over the years it's gotten worse. The weather and stress have a great impact on it. My doctor keeps telling me to keep moving, that's what...
It's fortunate that on your recent cruise/vacation you were able to gain 2 pounds. You also enjoyed a full day jeep tour of the island---must have been bumpy! How were you able to cope with all of...
Hi Spookiesmom, I now have my email address available so just click on my name and you can contact me if you like! GlassOlive, I so agree with you re: summer heat/humidity...hopefully it'll stay away...
hello Diane and welcome to Florida... I don't post very much but I do read daily :) I live just north of Tampa in Pasco County. I'd be able to tell you what Orthopaedic doctors NOT to go to! isn't...
Hi Angel, I totally agree with Dagger that weight loss is AT LEAST 80% diet. We all need to monitor the number of calories we consume in order to lose weight. It really is that simple. Of course...