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To answer the questions you asked..........

1. Why is uterine fibroid embolization not being considered as a

viable treatment option instead of hysterectomy?

- Hmmmm because it has a questionable rate of nonrecurrence and

hasn't worked for a large group of women I have spoken to. For me I

want a cure - not a treatment.

2. Why would you choose to undergo major surgery (with all its

risks) when there is a lesser invasive treatment available that

leaves organs intact, allows you to recover more quickly, and so far

shows an incredible rate of nonrecurrence?

-Uterine Fibriod embolization is NOT without risks. Please don't sell

it as such. All operations have risks and I want the most permanent

solution available.

3. Do you think that having a hysterectomy will mean no more

surgeries at all? If so, are you aware of the prolapse rate for

hysterectomy women leading to additional surgery within 10 years?

-I hope that it means no more surgeries...but am I aware that there

could be more...yes. However If I had had a hysterectomy earlier, and

not the myomectomy I would be ahead of the game. My recovery from my

myo was really difficult and the fibroids started growing back with 2

years.

4. Is the connection to heart disease not of concern to you with

hysterectomy? If not, why not?

-No, my main concern right now is to live a life that is not

constantly filled with pain. And my doctors as well as many others

feel the heart disease conection is questionable. My quality of life

however is not.

5. Is the connection to premature menopause (even if ovaries are

retained premature menopause occurs ~4.5 years early) not of concern

to you with hysterectomy? If not, why not?

-OH PLEASE...no more periods!!!! YES just what I am looking for. I

did Lupron for 4 months and it was not great but not the end of the

world...the hot flashes were annoying, sex was different things

changed...I am going to have do deal with menopause at some point in

my life - for me if going into premature menopause is a side affect

of all of this then I will learn to deal. I am planing on keeping my

ovaries and cervix, and yes I know that there are instances where

that doesn't work...but it is my and my doctors goal. I have been in

pain since I got my period when I was 13. Things got really bad in my

early 20's...I will deal with menopause as well.

6. While this support group was created to provide information and

support to ALL women with uterine fibroids, it was primarily done so

in the pursuit of alternatives to hysterectomy. But, from time to

time, there are women who join who have already *done the research*

and already *made their choice* of hysterectomy. My question: given

those two factors I guess I'm curious as to why one would choose to

join this group if research and choice is a *done deal*.....is the

group still providing you with valuable information and/or support?

-THIS IS THE QUESTION THAT I FIND THE MOST RUDE! SORRY FOR THE CAPS

BUT WOW! IF YOU ARE TRYING NOT TO PUT ANYONE ON THE DEFENSE...

" Please know that I am asking these questions out of simple

curiosity. Not to be putting anyone on the defense -- but, rather, to

try and gain some insight into the choices women are making. " You are

not doing a good job. I suppose women who CHOOSE or decide to have a

hysterectomy should not have the support of friends. Should not have

the right to learn about new ways of coping with the day to day

realities of having fibroids. Should not gain new insights, should

not find new ways of coping and have a community to do that

with...nope we should just go away.

Let me sum up my feelings for you. To me, being a woman is much more

than my uterus, and I'm sorry I just don't want kids never have never

will and quite honestly I am done with the pain and suffering. I

would never begin to try to tell or talk another woman out of her

choice, I would just make sure she is well informed, she has the

right to choose. However there are lots of women who are mad to

feel " bad " for there choices...I am not saying that a hysterectomy is

the best choice, or should be your choice, but it is MY choice and I

would like to be able to make it with out being put on the defensive.

The interesting thing about your post is that while judging my choice

you never really offered up any sort of options or support, just

thinly vailed condemnation.

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lea90027 wrote:

> The interesting thing about your post is that while judging my choice

> you never really offered up any sort of options or support, just

> thinly vailed condemnation.

Actually Lea, this is not true in the least. And, if you knew me at

all, you would definitely know this. There is no thinly veiled

condemnation present or intended in my post -- and the defensiveness you

express is coming from within you because I was quite sincere in the

questions I posed. Your anger over this, however, is duly noted. Given

that you've been a member of this support group for less than a month,

it would be my polite suggestion that you spend more time reading the

archived email and learning more about the people you are corresponding

with prior to expressing yourself with so much outrage.

When I indicated that this was a subject of intense curiosity to me, I

meant it. I don't understand young women's choices for hysterectomy

when other treatment options with LESSER risks exist. I just don't.

And, I'm writing about short term risks immediately associated with the

procedure AS WELL AS long term risks that have been associated with the

procedure. Including heart disease which has been associated with

hysterectomy in 3 major (10,000+ participants in each study), long-term,

women's health studies in the U.S., Australia, and the UK. Even the

American Heart Association has a monograph on this which has been

published in consumer journals.

Given my position with founding and heading this organization up, I

think it extremely important for me to ask the questions (which are

often on quite a few women's minds...) and try to learn as much as

possible about the differences we all present in coming to conclusions

about our fibroids and treatment choices. How can this organization (or

me, specifically) possibly serve the needs of the broad range of women

presenting with uterine fibroids if the questions are never asked or we

never even attempt to develop an understanding of the individual

perspectives we all bring to this disease issue? If you know of another

way for me to try and understand your perspective that doesn't include

asking the questions....please share. The LAST thing I want to do is

put women on the defensive. My soul is simply inquisitive on this and

much, much more. Truly.

BTW, I have never, ever stated that uterine fibroid embolization is

without risk. In fact, had you read my book or any of the archived

email on this support group you would know only too well precisely what

my history is with this procedure. No procedure is without risk -- but

some do have much lower risks than others. ly, it is my opinion

that we don't have any *excellent* treatment options for uterine

fibroids. We have risk. Lots of different risks, but risks. And each

of us must assume those risks personally and individually should we

choose to walk down the path of any given treatment option.

My honest and sincere best to you,

--

Carla Dionne

Executive Director

National Uterine Fibroids Foundation

1 (877) 553-NUFF

mailto:carla@...

http://www.NUFF.org

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/uterinefibroids

Author, " Sex, Lies, and the Truth About Uterine Fibroids "

Questions are the window of opportunity. Sometimes, just sometimes,

answers allow our souls to see beyond the shade of darkness and let the

sunshine in.

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lea90027 wrote:

> The interesting thing about your post is that while judging my choice

> you never really offered up any sort of options or support, just

> thinly vailed condemnation.

Actually Lea, this is not true in the least. And, if you knew me at

all, you would definitely know this. There is no thinly veiled

condemnation present or intended in my post -- and the defensiveness you

express is coming from within you because I was quite sincere in the

questions I posed. Your anger over this, however, is duly noted. Given

that you've been a member of this support group for less than a month,

it would be my polite suggestion that you spend more time reading the

archived email and learning more about the people you are corresponding

with prior to expressing yourself with so much outrage.

When I indicated that this was a subject of intense curiosity to me, I

meant it. I don't understand young women's choices for hysterectomy

when other treatment options with LESSER risks exist. I just don't.

And, I'm writing about short term risks immediately associated with the

procedure AS WELL AS long term risks that have been associated with the

procedure. Including heart disease which has been associated with

hysterectomy in 3 major (10,000+ participants in each study), long-term,

women's health studies in the U.S., Australia, and the UK. Even the

American Heart Association has a monograph on this which has been

published in consumer journals.

Given my position with founding and heading this organization up, I

think it extremely important for me to ask the questions (which are

often on quite a few women's minds...) and try to learn as much as

possible about the differences we all present in coming to conclusions

about our fibroids and treatment choices. How can this organization (or

me, specifically) possibly serve the needs of the broad range of women

presenting with uterine fibroids if the questions are never asked or we

never even attempt to develop an understanding of the individual

perspectives we all bring to this disease issue? If you know of another

way for me to try and understand your perspective that doesn't include

asking the questions....please share. The LAST thing I want to do is

put women on the defensive. My soul is simply inquisitive on this and

much, much more. Truly.

BTW, I have never, ever stated that uterine fibroid embolization is

without risk. In fact, had you read my book or any of the archived

email on this support group you would know only too well precisely what

my history is with this procedure. No procedure is without risk -- but

some do have much lower risks than others. ly, it is my opinion

that we don't have any *excellent* treatment options for uterine

fibroids. We have risk. Lots of different risks, but risks. And each

of us must assume those risks personally and individually should we

choose to walk down the path of any given treatment option.

My honest and sincere best to you,

--

Carla Dionne

Executive Director

National Uterine Fibroids Foundation

1 (877) 553-NUFF

mailto:carla@...

http://www.NUFF.org

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/uterinefibroids

Author, " Sex, Lies, and the Truth About Uterine Fibroids "

Questions are the window of opportunity. Sometimes, just sometimes,

answers allow our souls to see beyond the shade of darkness and let the

sunshine in.

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lea90027 wrote:

> The interesting thing about your post is that while judging my choice

> you never really offered up any sort of options or support, just

> thinly vailed condemnation.

Actually Lea, this is not true in the least. And, if you knew me at

all, you would definitely know this. There is no thinly veiled

condemnation present or intended in my post -- and the defensiveness you

express is coming from within you because I was quite sincere in the

questions I posed. Your anger over this, however, is duly noted. Given

that you've been a member of this support group for less than a month,

it would be my polite suggestion that you spend more time reading the

archived email and learning more about the people you are corresponding

with prior to expressing yourself with so much outrage.

When I indicated that this was a subject of intense curiosity to me, I

meant it. I don't understand young women's choices for hysterectomy

when other treatment options with LESSER risks exist. I just don't.

And, I'm writing about short term risks immediately associated with the

procedure AS WELL AS long term risks that have been associated with the

procedure. Including heart disease which has been associated with

hysterectomy in 3 major (10,000+ participants in each study), long-term,

women's health studies in the U.S., Australia, and the UK. Even the

American Heart Association has a monograph on this which has been

published in consumer journals.

Given my position with founding and heading this organization up, I

think it extremely important for me to ask the questions (which are

often on quite a few women's minds...) and try to learn as much as

possible about the differences we all present in coming to conclusions

about our fibroids and treatment choices. How can this organization (or

me, specifically) possibly serve the needs of the broad range of women

presenting with uterine fibroids if the questions are never asked or we

never even attempt to develop an understanding of the individual

perspectives we all bring to this disease issue? If you know of another

way for me to try and understand your perspective that doesn't include

asking the questions....please share. The LAST thing I want to do is

put women on the defensive. My soul is simply inquisitive on this and

much, much more. Truly.

BTW, I have never, ever stated that uterine fibroid embolization is

without risk. In fact, had you read my book or any of the archived

email on this support group you would know only too well precisely what

my history is with this procedure. No procedure is without risk -- but

some do have much lower risks than others. ly, it is my opinion

that we don't have any *excellent* treatment options for uterine

fibroids. We have risk. Lots of different risks, but risks. And each

of us must assume those risks personally and individually should we

choose to walk down the path of any given treatment option.

My honest and sincere best to you,

--

Carla Dionne

Executive Director

National Uterine Fibroids Foundation

1 (877) 553-NUFF

mailto:carla@...

http://www.NUFF.org

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/uterinefibroids

Author, " Sex, Lies, and the Truth About Uterine Fibroids "

Questions are the window of opportunity. Sometimes, just sometimes,

answers allow our souls to see beyond the shade of darkness and let the

sunshine in.

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> 1. Why is uterine fibroid embolization not being considered as a

viable

> treatment option instead of hysterectomy?

I want ZERO chance of recurrence. And the only way to get the zero

chance of recurrence is to have a hysterectomy.I dont want to just

put a bandaid on it.

> 2. Why would you choose to undergo major surgery (with all its

> risks) when there is a lesser invasive treatment available that leaves

> organs intact, allows you to recover more quickly, and so far shows an

> incredible rate of nonrecurrence?

Mainly because i think that their are risks with anything you do in

life. Any of the other treatments also have risks, including the risk

that the fibroid will come back.

> 3. Do you think that having a hysterectomy will mean no more

> surgeries at all? If so, are you aware of the prolapse rate for hysterectomy

> women leading to additional surgery within 10 years?

No, I am not a dimwit. I know that their could be a possibility for

other surgeries, but i can guarantee you that I wont be having

another surgery for fibroids! I have known many women in my lifetime

who have had hysterectomies, and no one has ever had a polapse, so i

will take my chances. You took your chances with the

> 4. Is the connection to heart disease not of concern to you with

> hysterectomy? If not, why not?

Well, i should say not, i smoke 2 packs of cigarettes a day, i

think that probaly has more chances of killing me than having a

hysterectomy.

> 5. Is the connection to premature menopause (even if ovaries are

> retained premature menopause occurs ~4.5 years early) not of

> concern to you with hysterectomy? If not, why not?

Its not a concern to me, every woman goes through it at some time, it

makes no difference to me.

> 6. While this support group was created to provide information and

> support to ALL women with uterine fibroids, it was primarily done

> so in the pursuit of alternatives to hysterectomy. But, from time to

> time, there are women who join who have already *done the research* and

> already *made their choice* of hysterectomy. My question: given

> those two factors I guess I'm curious as to why one would choose to join

> this group if research and choice is a *done deal*.....is the group

> still providing you with valuable information and/or support?

I did not know when joining this group that it was only for woman who

only want alternatives to hysterectomy, in fact that is stated

nowhere on your site. I thought it was a support group for women with

fibroids.

> Please know that I am asking these questions out of simple

> curiosity. Not to be putting anyone on the defense -- but, rather, to try and

> gain some insight into the choices women are making.

it seems to me that you put people on defense anyways, if someone

says that she made an informed decision to have a hysterectomy, then

you should take that for what its worth. I personally feel kind of

insulted by this whole thing. And do these answers even answer your

questions. I dont know, but i do know, that if you have something to

say to me, you had better post it on this list, and not send it to me

without it going to the list. Crystal

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While this support group was created to provide information and

> support to ALL women with uterine fibroids, it was primarily done

so in

> the pursuit of alternatives to hysterectomy.

You know, I just thought I would respectfully suggest that this

statement be included in the group's description at .

Right now the description says, " The Uterine Fibroids eGroup is

sponsored by the National Uterine Fibroids Foundation and is an email

and web based discussion group for individuals interested in

researching and discussing all methods of treatment for uterine

fibroids. "

While the description does go on to say that both positive and

negative feedback of various treatment types will be offered, it

seems to be the experience of a number of list members who have

chosen hysterectomy that they do not feel supported in their

decision.

I think that by including a statement in the list description that

the list was created primarily " in the pursuit of alternatives to

hysterectomy, " women who have already chosen hysterectomy would be

more aware of the type of reaction they might receive when posting to

the list.

Sincerely,

Becca

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Crystal,

Let's all stay calm and keep the dialogue going.

Let's remember--first and foremost, it's the

uterine fibroids causing the big misery index,

not women attempting to help each other.

I went back and reviewed your posts in March.

Correct me if I'm wrong:

You have 3 daughters. 3 years ago, you

had a tubal ligation.

You had experienced heavy bleeding and intense

pain over the last 6 mos. An ultrasound indicated

you had fibroids--You reviewed options of medical

therapy like birth control pills. You declined

the Asoprisnil study elected to have a hysterectomy

because you want a definitive cure and no possible

regrowth of fibroids.

What kind of hysterectomy are you having and

will they remove the ovaries/fallopian tubes?

If they castrate you (remove ovaries/tubes) as

well as hysterectomize you, you may experience

immediate surgical menopause. Have you discussed

already with your Dr. what type of Hormone Replacement

in the event you experience immediate hormone problems?

I think it's important given your smoking habit.

Because you will lose estrogen early on, ie age 32 and face the next

5 decades....that's 5 possible decades, Crystal

without the beneficial effect of estrogen and

a natural hormone making factory, your uterus

working in concert with your ovaries your risk

for heart disease and osteoporosis will definitely

increase.

Of course you can be proactive, diet exercise

smoking risk reduction, some types of hormone therapy.

Have you talked with your doctor about how to

manage and mitigate these risks, post-hysterectomy.

I support you, Crystal. I can't support your choice

of a hysterectomy at age 32.

If you continue with this decision, immediately

go for counsel with hystersisters and other post-

hysterectomy groups. Get the help and support that you

need. Also, Jeannah McElroy's NHRT-HRT groups post-

hysterectomy appears very helpful.

Good luck,

Marsha

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>I myself also experience chest pain, and severe cramping in my feet

and shortness of breath,have you had your B-12 level checked? my Dr.

claims that 60% of people with fibro also are B-12 def. something to

look into! Leanne

> So, woud Fibro be the reason that I have been noticing that I THOUGHT I

> was getting tendonitis in my elbow? What about chest pain? There have

> been numerous occasions where I really thought I was having a heart

> attack...even had the shortness of breath. I went to the hospital, and

> they ran an EKG & Stress Test....and NOTHING! Also...my feet cramp up

> like someone else said, but I always thought that was because I danced

> on Pointe for so long.

>

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Everything you are describing is a symptom some have with fibro. I thought I

had carpal tunnel syndrome for years................... when the fibro beast

attacked my hands so bad I cried and could not sleep for weeks... I went to get

the carpal tunnel fixed. Guess what, it was not carpal tunnel at all... it was

fibromyalgia and that was the first time I was ever diagnosed. It is a strange

disease with symptoms that move around our bodies and change on a daily basis

sometimes. Sometimes it changes with just hours.

I have never had chest pain, but alot of people here have.

hugs,

Debra V.

Amy Brand wrote:

So, woud Fibro be the reason that I have been noticing that I THOUGHT

I

was getting tendonitis in my elbow? What about chest pain? There have

been numerous occasions where I really thought I was having a heart

attack...even had the shortness of breath. I went to the hospital, and

they ran an EKG & Stress Test....and NOTHING! Also...my feet cramp up

like someone else said, but I always thought that was because I danced

on Pointe for so long.

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Hi. I also had the chest pain... And had it again when I had heartburn

as was put on Nexium. But I too thought I may be having a heart

attack... I know that feeling. If you look up alot on the internet

about Fibro, it does mention chest pain... so it probably does have

something to do with your Fibro. But I am no doctor. When u see ur doc,

mention it. Could u be getting GERD? That is possible too because it is

VERY common in Fibro patients. And feels like chest pain, and u don't

ALWAYS get the burning of heartburn. I have it now and am on Nexium

which works great. Ask your doc, I bet that's what you have...

Hope I helped a little.

Have a great holiday

Jerilyn

>

> So, woud Fibro be the reason that I have been noticing that I THOUGHT

I

> was getting tendonitis in my elbow? What about chest pain? There have

> been numerous occasions where I really thought I was having a heart

> attack...even had the shortness of breath. I went to the hospital,

and

> they ran an EKG & Stress Test....and NOTHING! Also...my feet cramp up

> like someone else said, but I always thought that was because I

danced

> on Pointe for so long.

>

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They tried Nexium & Protonix on me. Neither one worked...and in fact

I am allergic to Protonix. I am allergic to sulfa drugs, that

apparently has sulfa in it, yet my Dr. still gave it to me?

> >

> > So, woud Fibro be the reason that I have been noticing that I

THOUGHT

> I

> > was getting tendonitis in my elbow? What about chest pain? There

have

> > been numerous occasions where I really thought I was having a

heart

> > attack...even had the shortness of breath. I went to the

hospital,

> and

> > they ran an EKG & Stress Test....and NOTHING! Also...my feet

cramp up

> > like someone else said, but I always thought that was because I

> danced

> > on Pointe for so long.

> >

>

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Hi Amy,

Like you I am allergic to sulfa meds but so far haven't had any

problems being on Protonix. What type of reaction did you have when

taking it? Would be interested to know. Do have bad GI problems now,

also.

Debbie J

>

> They tried Nexium & Protonix on me. Neither one worked...and in fact

> I am allergic to Protonix. I am allergic to sulfa drugs, that

> apparently has sulfa in it, yet my Dr. still gave it to me?

>

>

>

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I just googled protonix and there is no indication at all that it contains sulfa

or is related in any way to sulfa. With fibro most of us are sensitive to many

meds, basically with no rhyme nor reason. It definitely 'sux'!!

Peace and Love

Caroline

> They tried Nexium & Protonix on me. Neither one worked...and in fact

> I am allergic to Protonix. I am allergic to sulfa drugs, that

> apparently has sulfa in it, yet my Dr. still gave it to me?

>

>

>

>>>

>>> So, woud Fibro be the reason that I have been noticing that I

> THOUGHT

>> I

>>> was getting tendonitis in my elbow? What about chest pain? There

> have

>>> been numerous occasions where I really thought I was having a

> heart

>>> attack...even had the shortness of breath. I went to the

> hospital,

>> and

>>> they ran an EKG & Stress Test....and NOTHING! Also...my feet

> cramp up

>>> like someone else said, but I always thought that was because I

>> danced

>>> on Pointe for so long.

>>>

>>

>

>

>

>

> 1. While it is wonderful to share our experiences with everyone on the

> list as to what treatments do and don't work for us, pls always check

> with your dr. Some treatments are dangerous when given along with other

> meds as well as to certain health conditions or just dangerous in

> general.

>

> 2. If you are in a difficult situation (doesn't matter what it is) pls

> don't be afraid to ask for help. It is the first step to trying to make

> that situation better.

>

> 3. To unsubscribe the e-mail is:

> Fibromyalgia_Support_Group-unsubscribe

>

> 4. Also, it is not uncommon for more than one member to be feeling bad at

> the same time when it comes to flares and b/c of that potentially take

> something another member says the wrong way. And that includes the

> things that one member may find funny (even if it's laughing at fibro

> itself) even though we who deal with illness whether one such as fibro or

> multiple illnesses try to keep a sense of humor.

>

> 5. Pls let's be gentle with each other, and if you are having a bad day

> pls let us know so that we can do our best to offer our support.

>

> Have a nice day everyone.

>

>

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I had vomiting...like not just once, but multiple times. I once got

so naseous while I was driving I had to pull over & had to get my

husband to come & pick me up.

I was having unexplained chest pains...they thought maybe it was

reflux. The meds didn't work, so I began keeping a diary....it would

never happen anytime after meals or anything. Then they thought maybe

it was anxiety. I highly doubt it.

My stomach tends to get very upset though, and at time I am very

gassy. Sorry....TMI!

> >

> > They tried Nexium & Protonix on me. Neither one worked...and in

fact

> > I am allergic to Protonix. I am allergic to sulfa drugs, that

> > apparently has sulfa in it, yet my Dr. still gave it to me?

> >

> >

> >

>

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I can't take Protonix.....but only because my insurance won't pay for

it....(after I took it for almost 3 yrs)....now can't find anything that

works...my insurance...sometimes does that...no rhyme or reason....

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-I get the same symptoms and also had an EKG while it was

happening.....My feet cramp, when I'm doing pool therapy at times and

sometimes just out of no where...I have even been woken up from

them....and the tenderness in your elbow is a trigger point for Fibro

which I have also.....It is all symptoms of Fibromyalgia and I feel

better knowing that because it isn't another thing added onto

everything else along with my osteoarthritis, degenerate arthritis in

my rib from a break, chronic fatigue and osteoperosis of the spine!

Hang in there...YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

~HUGS, Mo

-- In Fibromyalgia_Support_Group , " Amy Brand "

wrote:

>

> So, woud Fibro be the reason that I have been noticing that I

THOUGHT I

> was getting tendonitis in my elbow? What about chest pain? There

have

> been numerous occasions where I really thought I was having a heart

> attack...even had the shortness of breath. I went to the hospital,

and

> they ran an EKG & Stress Test....and NOTHING! Also...my feet cramp

up

> like someone else said, but I always thought that was because I

danced

> on Pointe for so long.

>

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I'm allergic to Bactrim which I think is a sulfa drug.

deebs87 wrote:

> Hi Amy,

> Like you I am allergic to sulfa meds but so far haven't had any

> problems being on Protonix. What type of reaction did you have when

> taking it? Would be interested to know. Do have bad GI problems now,

> also.

>

> Debbie J

>

>

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I used to take Nexium and did just fine but my insurance quit covering

it. The doc put me on Aciphex and I've taken that almost a year, and it

still works! I hope I can stay on it long term because I don't know

what I'd do w/o it.

Amy Brand wrote:

> They tried Nexium & Protonix on me. Neither one worked...and in fact

> I am allergic to Protonix. I am allergic to sulfa drugs, that

> apparently has sulfa in it, yet my Dr. still gave it to me?

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> > Hi Amy,

> > Like you I am allergic to sulfa meds but so far haven't had any

> > problems being on Protonix. What type of reaction did you have

when

> > taking it? Would be interested to know. Do have bad GI problems

now,

> > also.

> >

> > Debbie J

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I did too! I got really hot and achy all over, like a flu but my skin

was splotchy, red like a sunburn, and itchy rashy all over. I thought

it was the flu and told Mom, she said " I think you need to stop taking

those antibiotics! "

I also broke out into hives all over my body when I took welbutrin.

deebs87 wrote:

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>> I'm allergic to Bactrim which I think is a sulfa drug.

>>

>> Bactrim and Septra are both bad sulfa drugs. When I took them I

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