Thank you Straydog! I got the doc to shoot my knees with cortisone. My pain is now reduced by about 80 percent, and I can now get around. I am doing knee exercises. Waiting for physio to start on...
For the past month - both knees but worse in right one. The pain is mostly anterior, right in behind the knee. I can also feel it deep in the joint. NSAIDS aren't doing much. Onset was gradual but...
I had responded specifically to the issue of anxiety and the news. I made a point that perhaps press releases from noted health organizations like the World Health organization are less inflammatory...
S = simple mantra you repeat each day that reinforces positive self-talk and decreases anxiety....
Remember when the front page scare was bird flu? Before that, anthrax terrorism? Before that, Spanish Flu scares ("we're due for a pandemic!!) ? The media has been scaring the hell out of us for...
Generalized anxiety disorder with occasional panic episodes. The word "terror" fits the bill - the mind and body reacting to a life-threatening event that never comes. I feel like I'm choking to...
Try lots of fiber and liquids, and exercise too. Bulks up the stool, healthy all-around tonic....
If it's bright red, apparently it suggest it's caused by a tear/other problem near the rectum or anus. Talk with a doc....
I think sexism is playing a huge part here. Document, document - then provide your bosses with your evidence. It seems one of you may have to move on - and he's hoping it's you....
I joined recently in order to find online support, information, and encouragement. I cope with generalized anxiety and mild depression. I see this forum as a great way to end isolation....
How about hooking up with your mental health association - they might have placements for folks who self-identify with anxiety issues. It might be a place to get some ideas at least....
I tried this supplement for a couple of days and it made me feel uncomfortable, unable to sleep....
yes, the five days or so before my period I go into a dark mood, irritable, some hopelessness. Getting worse with age - maybe perimenopausal for me....