I haven't been on the forum for a long time, but was looking in for someone/something else when I saw this. I could be the poster child for nerve blocks, including occipital. Do they work?...
you're good Denise! ♥...
Well, Mad, this is a lot to take in. Normally bright red blood in a stool is the result of hemorrhoids, a fissure perhaps or something in the lower part of your colon; especially if you're...
Dear k-k, I would hope that the anxiety is a passing thing, although Topomax has been known to cause it. Topomax worked amazingly well for me, but my side effect was respiratory and I had to stop. I...
:) Bev; I will consider it...thank you for the invitation. Janice...
Dear Victory. You have every right to be concerned, and my concern is who is following you and coordinating your care! I happen to have a great family practice doc, but not everyone has that. Here is...
Dearest Kitt and jmkjjc..I have to make a correction; my MRI was November, not June!!..sorry about the misunderstanding! Still, the 2 weeks is quite good and I hope you're at peace with it. Kitt..I...
dear jmkjjc. No, the 29th will be fine; while cancers cells grow, like anything else in the body, the wait of a few weeks normally does not make a difference in treatment. My mammogram was taken in...
Hi Bev...very much a surprise! New since the last mammogram in May; can't feel them; the large one is near the chest wall; very close to where I had one in 2002..I know this will sound stupid, but...
Before you make a final decision, do try to do this: Find a certified Breast surgeon. You need to be treated, followed and advised by someone who specializes in breasts....not just a general surgeon....
Hi everyone. I had a mastectomy on my right breast in July of 2009; breast was 50% involved with DCIS as well as invasive cancer. Since then, mammograms have been clear, MRI in 2010 was clean; MRI...
Congratulations Bev! 17 and counting..a wonderful anniversary now!! Janice...
Hello Coconut Bear. I've been at this for far too long and I use oxygen for my cluster headaches; lately though, I've started using it for my every day migraines and I'm finding that it helps them...
Hello K, my name is Janice and I was a regular on the forum for many, many years; there are many incredible and special people here and all have tried to help each other through very tough...
Liz, I've had the bravo as well as the myriad of other tests and I can tell you, that from my experience, I don't remember any discomfort..if there was, it had to have been fairly minor. The Bravo is...
A quick note.. Hi to everyone; it has been a long time Barb!, and it's amazing how swamped everyone is. Bill, dear friend, such a journey you've been on; You've been blessed with Michelle, as I have...
Dearest Kitt; you've walked with us side by side through all of our trials and sorrows, joys and victories; now we're here with you, holding you and remembering how you have stood by your MIL, caring...
Hi everyone...sorry I haven't been around, but I have been thinking of you..it's nice to see Bill back in the forum..welcome back! One of the cancer meds had me feeling so sad, I just withdrew. Had,...
Thanks everyone; don't feel as...sad....but not feeling that...happy either; detached is probably a good description. I have a psych that I've seen over the years; she's been very good at helping me...
I'm seeing a physiatrist (I've seen a bazillion dr.'s, including the esteemed MHNI); the physiatrist is doing more for these types of headaches than anything else I've done. I'm going to a special...
So here it is, 12:30 in the morning, and I just don't want to live anymore. Been through tons of medical stuff, 19 surgeries, so many procedures, I can't count; constant pain, and feeling worthless...
Denise, thanks!, we're home and so tired!!! We're adjusting to the time changes and everything else with getting back home. sounds like so much has gone on while I've been gone. Joy??, you doing...
love you kitt! Remember our talks about going to heaven...I know you've been moved to first in line when the time comes...Your MIL is lucky to have you, we're lucky to have you. Remember to take care...
Hi all...one more day and we're home. Can't wait! 6 weeks is way too long. We ended up changing our route and drove through MN, if I had known maybe I could have seen you Kitt. I'm happy to say the...
Dear everyone. We're in CA; just left Yosemite today, I think we're on day 19 or 20, I've lost count; I'm on an unsecured line, so quick note.. Kitt, I'm so sorry to hear about your MIL; she has been...
Hi Bill, sorry for your loss, and prayers for recovery for your Mom.r So much has happened to us both, but time, perseverance, prayers and good dr.'s have seen us, but mostly you, have seen it...
My personal opinion...is it possible that you are beyond his skill level and he may not be able to admit it? Number 1 rule for this surgery is getting the best surgeon; that may mean going to another...
I get them and most times they work...it always depends on the dr. and their skill at getting the right spot...definitely worth a try...
hi...in KY; hiked the 4.5 hour 4 mile hike through mammoth cave...have to say...not worth it..carlsbad in so much more interesting. nerve block went well, but hasn't done the trick. The esophageal...
okay found this: " Hi Couchtater and everyone, I don't post very often anymore since I had the Hill repair done over one year ago. Couchtater, who is the doctor doing your surgery? Mine was DR. Aye...
I know there was a discussion some years back about a really good dr. in your area...you may want to try the search engine..sorry, though, I can't recall his name.....
RUN!!! don't walk to the nearest exit...this person sounds looney, not to mention, inconsiderate, rude, condescending, opinionated....and definitely doesn't have your best interests at heart! Please...
Hi everyone. Bill, FINALLY!!!! All I can think of is prayers are being answered and you are starting to heal....but stay away from the cars for a while..okay!!?? Joy, I hope the diuretics work;...
I've had many that last days and days. What kind of meds have you tried? Be careful about OTC's, they can cause rebound. Try cold compresses on your neck and massage your head. I fyou have a partner,...
normally, when I have pain in the back like that is has to do with something in my neck, something pinching; or some muscle spasm in the same area, normally due to stress. Have you seen a doctor that...
Dear Dragonfly. There is more than 1 type of migraine, and you could have different types, I was diagnosed with 5 different types; each has their specific "signature", however they can and do, switch...
There's a lot of missing information, and so generalization and redundant advice...well... Have you seen a headache specialist, a neuro who specializes in intractable migraine or headache? The meds...
bella...I'm so sorry, this just sounds lousy...I have nothing that could help you out; I'm sorry, but I'm feeling for you!...my immune system is shot, but I don't have to deal with the severity of...
Update in frustration: Saw my urologist; not concerned about another kidney stone; doesn't know why I'm having chronic UTI's...ran all the tests last fall, doesn't think we should do them...
Kitt, no pressure, no hurry. You are loved ♥...
The pain I got from the reflux that affected my throat and ear was different than what you're describing...Joy may be right, this could be something else, but it needs to be looked at....
quick note...the infection in the abdomen is MRSA; I'm on antibiotic # 3 for the UTI and antibioic # 4 for the abdomen...happy Monday morning! Bill, I hope you didn't over-do it with the cars,...
Culture on abdominal incision abscess came back as staph; now I'm on a separate antibiotic for that for 2 weeks...interestingly, my IgG came back..it jumped 150 points since last year and I'm now in...
dealing with an aura, especially your first one is a frightening experience; you're also in a very special situation. I would let your ob-gyn know about the headaches right away..you're seeing...
Alcie, I've had sinus surgery 3 times and the outcome, each time, was amazing. Being able to breathe, amazing!, being able to breathe and not have the sinus infection and all that accompanies it?,...
You seriously!, need a headache specialist, a neuro who specializes in headache...what area of the country do you live..there are several great ones and a bunch of mediocre ones. I have multiple...
Ubiqi health has one as well and it has already been released....
I think with something this specific and especially if it is a new symptom, or recent onset, that you need to have it checked. If you don't have a headache specialist or know of one, your family...
post script.....note from FD....positive for kidney stone; 2nd one in a year...I'm off to see the wizard; we'll find out the size and if the planets align, maybe they can do the lithotripsy...
Denise always provides the best answers!!! She and I had similar atypical symptoms and went through much to get diagnosed. My answer...find a new doctor; this one sounds like a jerk. I had a good GI,...