WOW...I don't think I could keep up with you. I would be so wiped out. I have been on cymbalta for over a month now, and luckily it is a med that I can take and has helped. But everyone is different...
I gave up artificial sweetners about 6 months ago hoping it would help but no...still pain....
The loss of my energy....being able to just go and not worry about it. Having to get help with moving items or lifting stuff. I hate that I have to ask for help with things I could just do in the...
I also am excited...Now I can get home before dark and maybe walk....which helps so much. Bring on the sun.......
When I am flaring I do very gentle yoga stretches and warm (hot) baths. The stretches seem to help a bit and the bath relaxes me. I also try to keep my mind focused on something...read, watch a good...
WOW...must be going around..I am calling into today, no sleep last night, and the pain is ramped up. Gentle Hugs to all and may we all have better days....
Thanks for the post. I am very lucky at the doctor is working closeing with me. She made an appt for two weeks after the start to check and told me, not to stop if I had problems but to call her....
I just got to say that you are all so wonderful, sharing your experience's, knowledge, and advice. It is so wonderful to know that we are not alone in this struggle. Blessing to you all. Tammie...
I noticed a few of you all say watching carbs...I just started that and it works. I walk, do gentle stretchs, and have increased my fruits and veggies along with cutting back on breads/pastas/rice...
I forgot to ask...for those that take cymbalta: do you take it in the morning or at night?...
Northern VA should have a nice weekend...50s and sun but the wind is still somewhat cold. Hopefully it will die down. But at least the sun is shining which lets me know that spring isn't too far off....
After my visit to the Pain Managment and rehab doc, she prescribed Cymbalta and today is my first day to take it. I am so nervous...I know the meds affect everyone a bit different and I hoping I am...
Wow...The doctor was wonderful. She actually talked to me and made me feel like she was not only listening but interested. She asked so many questions and really got a history. She wrote a note out...
Good Morning All, My GP is sending me to a Physiatry (specialize in Pain and Rehab). Has anyone else seen this type of doctor and did they help? Not sure what to expect today but if she can help with...
Currently I am wearing Amazing Grace...I just found it. Its a very clean smell. Got it for Christmas with shower gel and lotion. Besides that I love Poison....
Loose comfortable slacks and loose shirts in the winter and in summer I like loose flowing skirts. Anything that isn't tight....and how I miss my tight jeans but can't take anything tight anymore. My...
I have pain on my ribs in the back. When it starts hurting, I also can get spasms on my back which puts me down. The pain can be so bad. I also use heat and put my feet up. It helps. I take Flexeril...