WOW my sentiments exactly, pooldrops5!!!!...
Thanks Kitt, It does really help. He told me that this was a good starter since he wanted me on something because in his words, "Jim, I don't think you got past your heart attack, and you may need...
Thank you Kitt and Hibee, I think I will call my friend at Walgreen's and see if she can advise. I am continuing with the 5 mg of Buspirone and this weekend will bump it up to the 10 mg 3 x per day....
Good morning. I am a 63 y/o male in Florida suffering with anxiety/depression about heath issues. My primary care doctor at the VA prescribed 5 mg of Buspirone to be taken 3 times a day. I have been...
Thanks S.C., No sleep tonight....still getting adjusted to Buspirone and I hope I can get some sleep later today. This is only the 2nd full day of taking it. Will see what happens. Happy Spring! Yea!...
I agree. It is difficult to think about all the wasted times being afraid of the what ifs... and it taking a much bigger effort to handle it hour by hour, as I am doing today. So I have to stop...
Hello to Special one and everyone, I just read the post about Dr. Google and I had to respond. I was dx'd with Occipital Neuralgia 3 years ago and as a result, heads pressure, pains in my neck, back...
God Speed Kitt....
God watch over those who have lost so much. When you think it is really too much for us, look what others are facing. Prayers and condolences to all the families that are without their loved ones...
Dear Buckeyegirl66, I am sincerely sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family and know that your dad is now home and is no longer in pain and misery. Sincerely, Jim from Jax FL....
Thank you very much. Will see what the GI doc tells me, if I can get an appt. Hope everyone is doing good!...
Hi Had a strange thing happen today. Just sitting at the computer and a strange sensation came over me and I began to sweat..cold sweat and felt like I might need to use the bathroom, but not really....
/community/emoticons/wink.gif Kitt, Certainly hope you enjoy your time with family and Reno! You deserve it! "Ruff ruff" get it? LOL...
/community/emoticons/yeah.gif WOW You are a wonderful, thoughtful, caring daughter! I am sure you were afraid to approach your mom about the smoking not knowing the reaction you would get. I am so...
/community/emoticons/yeah.gif Hi It is really wonderful weather here in Jacksonville Fl. The HOT weather will be here before we know it so we try to enjoy this weather while it's here. I am still...
/community/emoticons/wink.gif Hi Kitt, Sorry to hear that you had a rough time of it. As with so many people in the forum, I wish you the best and strength to get through it. Taking it one day at a...
ps. I am still taking the L Theanine. usually 100 to 200mg a day and it does take the edge off and helps me to focus on getting through the day. And for the pain that comes less regularly.....400mg...
/community/emoticons/rolleyes.gif Hi Been a while since I posted about tension headaches. But I did seek the advice of a new Neurologist and I am thinking it's a good move. The first thing she did...
Hi As far as the number of CT scans within a short period of time, I have asked myself the same thing. I do have a consult coming up and will def ask the GI doc about that. The pain eases off and...
Hi I am going through tension h/a relief and am now having gastro issues. Had CT scan in Aug that showed infection, diverticulitis. Another CT scan since the discomfort was not really gone...this...
Hi They have eased up some. I think you are right...could be that I am taking the ami too late and not allowing myself more sleep time. I do have an appt Wed. with the neuro and I can ask her...
Hi I am being treated for Tension HA, and Neurologist prescribed Amitriptyline(SP?) @ 20MG first 2 weeks, then 25MG for the next 2 weeks...I just went to the 25mg and am experiencing some...
I do have my next appt on the 2nd of March and will ask her. I know she did say "we have other options" available. Just seems like she is more in tune with what my symptoms are and did not reach for...
Hi Ryan, Hoping and praying that you find the medical help you need and deserve. Although, what you are going through is much worse than my pain...I do know that after talking with my neuro...if we...
Had my appointment on the 2nd and really like the new doc. We went over the MRI in detail and she told me there is nothing going on with my brain. The real problems are with my neck and the herniated...
I had my appt with the new Neurologist and will post later today. All in all, it went well but still need some advice. Am leaving to go to work........YES I am back at work. Part time for now....but...
I will go over these with the new doc as well as with my cardiologist. I have already asked about magnesium and he had no problem with that. I have taken CQ10 since i am on simivastatin and it's...
Sorry to hear about that. I have been on and off work since Dec with tensions headaches and some issues with vertigo...etc. But I was told about the Family Medical Leave Act...i had no clue it...
Thanks. Am hopeful there is something we can try. I will at least get some anwers on preventative meds that I am ready to take. if it helps get through and lets me get back to work....gotta pay for...
Thank you so very much Evil. I will take your advice as you sound like you have more experience than me. I am on Metoprolol, Simvastin, Linsinopril and Plavix ( the small pill that costs 172.00 per...
Thanks EvilF Meds to take with a heart condition...that is what I am hearing from a lot of people. I don't have much experience and am so skeptical about some of the meds. Are there any suggestions...
Great news Jim!!!!! /community/emoticons/idea.gif I wish more people in the doctor offices where just a bit more understanding. Even though they are over worked and there are SO many people to take...
/community/emoticons/rolleyes.gif Hi , Sounds like so many things the rest of us are suffering with. Just so tired of docs looking as though, "Oh I do believe it's in your head that's for sure" I...
Hi Health food or vitamin store..look for L Theanine 100mg natural mood relaxer. take 2 before bed. Helps me get a decent...not a full 8 hr...........sleep...
Great News! Congratulations on the approval! /community/emoticons/smilewinkgrin.gif ...
Thank you all. I did get a script for Amitryptiline (sp?) from my Neurologist. 15 mg to start for 7 nights then increasing after another 7 and so on, until I am @ 75mg. I will see what happens. I...
Thanks This makes me feel more comfortable. Just so many things to consider when popping something into your mouth or body. But best as I can, I look things up just to make sure there isn't something...
Hi Yes the script was for Amitriptiline. I think it is 15mg and she would like me to get up to 75mg gradually. I am just afraid of the side effects as I do have heart issues (heart attack in June 09...
Hi I took 2 tsp of Walgreen's TUSS DM @ 10 am which has Dex in it. I took 100mg of L Theanine at 6:30 am Do you think there is a problem? I like the L Theanine and use about 3 capsules a day total...
Hi I live in Jacksonville FL....
Thank you all. I have been to a Neurologist and she is not one to comment on anxiety or depression remedies. That is for sure. I am not really happy with her prognosis or her fees, for that matter. I...
Thank you everyone. Today I was able to visit family and it was nice for a change. Just pushed right through the annoying head pressure and as long as the dizziness did not creep in, I was ok for a...
Thank you Dani and Frances, I am making that a priority this new year....getting into a pain mgmt person. I know one of my problems is reluctance to strong medications with a bunch of side effects. I...
/community/emoticons/cool.gif Diagnosed with tension headaches and have gone through so much as all of you have. It's sometimes very overwhelming and really started taking it's toll on me. Started...
Thanks Kitt and Happy New Year to everyone. Sure am looking forward to a new year and leaving some of this misery behind! Hopeful to be going back to work soon! Just learning to fight through anxiety...
Thanks JC I started seeing a Chiropractor and it helps some. The guy is really good and does not add to the pain! Actually, he suggested a pain management place...since he had issues in the past. I...
Very welcome! It's knowing that so many others are going through the same things that really keeps things in perspective and gives hope that something out there will find it's way to all of us and...
Jim's responses. 1. Anxiety for me was never an issue until my health problems arose. I find more anxiety over what is being done and the way patients are treated. Just another chart that they allow...
Hi Diagnosed with tension headaches and have gone through so much as all of you have. It's sometimes very overwhelming and really started taking it's toll on me. Started in Sep with funny pressure...