Guest guest Posted April 3, 2001 Report Share Posted April 3, 2001 Mike, If you see a doc, ask about quinine for the leg cramps......Jack ____________________________________ > __________________________________________________ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 6, 2001 Report Share Posted April 6, 2001 Hello Everyone, I am new to the list; found out I have type 2 on March 27, 2001. I have been prescribed glucovance; 500mg twice a day; next fasting bg test is next Thursday to see if dosage is correct. Today I had my first meeting with the dietician; tomorrow I meet with the nurse educator and receive my monitor. I am thankful my doctor included this with my diagnosis. So much to learn; of course it was a bit overwhelming when I first found out but thinking positively now this will probably be the best diet to follow since I am also obese. I work midnight shift so my sleep is staggered over 2 periods during the day; and the dietician was able to make a good plan working around that. I am glad to be here! Wanda. __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 31, 2001 Report Share Posted May 31, 2001 In a message dated 5/31/01 3:19:25 PM Eastern Daylight Time, mcmasterclan@... writes: << I was diagnosed 9 days ago. >> Hi Lesley, You will get good information from this group. Did your doctor put you on medication or are you trying to control with nutrition/exercise? Eunice Type 2 - Nutrition/Exercise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 31, 2001 Report Share Posted May 31, 2001 Welcome to the group Lesley. Friends, Type 2 Co-Moderator diabetes Co-Moderator AllergyandAsthmaKids@... Intro > Hi all, I am new to the list. My name is Lesley and I live in Reno, NV. I was diagnosed 9 days ago. I am 43 and a Grandma. I am happy to be a part of this group. > Lesley > lose weight for the summer, and > work at home... > Ask me how... > mcmasterclan@... > > Don't bother me. I'm living happily ever after. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2009 Report Share Posted August 3, 2009 Hello, I am a new member here. My name is Mike and I currently live in East Central, Alabama. I am also a chronic pain sufferer. It all began with a work accident back in 1996. A kid operating a forklift dropped some steel shelving on me. That was the end of my working life and the beginning of the one I live now. About a year after the accident, I was awarded a disability claim. Following that, my marriage of 14 years ended. In 1999, I met a woman on the web... we were both coming out of failed marriages and both desperately seeking someone to hold on to. We have been together ever since. Today, I am now well over age 50 and on a maintenance prescription for Vicodin. It is not a perfect solution but it does allow me to function at a nominal level. What that means is that I can join my partner in going to the store or out to a movie. Unfortunately, she has some deeply seated, preconceived notions about pain and pain killers that does not really allow for a lot of understanding. Basically, pain killers are evil and I am silly for taking them. Pain is an unseen and completely misundertood affliction. People with ailments that manifest outwardly, have far less problems in dealing with social stigmas and stereotyping. But pain is often hidden within the sufferer... and even our closest family and friends have a dificult time understanding what it is like to wake up in pain, live through each and every single day with pain and then, take pain to bed with us. Sometimes, it would just be nice to hear someone say that it's okay... and that they understand. Sorry to bend your ears Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 3, 2009 Report Share Posted August 3, 2009 Mike, Welcome to the group. My husband is also not very understanding @ my pain and my need for medications. Unfortunately people can only feel THEIR OWN pain. It is so hard for them to understand how bad it is or how hard it is just to get through the day. I get up most days thinking that I just can't do this one more day. I wish I knew how to get through to them, but it does help a little to vent. I am on WAY stronger medications than Vicodin and I need them to function at all. Be grateful that that's all you need. There is so much ignorance and prejudice against people who need narcotics. Is it really that much different than insulin? I hope you find what you need here. Hugs, Alanna Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Intro Hello, I am a new member here. My name is Mike and I currently live in East Central, Alabama. I am also a chronic pain sufferer. It all began with a work accident back in 1996. A kid operating a forklift dropped some steel shelving on me. That was the end of my working life and the beginning of the one I live now. About a year after the accident, I was awarded a disability claim. Following that, my marriage of 14 years ended. In 1999, I met a woman on the web... we were both coming out of failed marriages and both desperately seeking someone to hold on to. We have been together ever since. Today, I am now well over age 50 and on a maintenance prescription for Vicodin. It is not a perfect solution but it does allow me to function at a nominal level. What that means is that I can join my partner in going to the store or out to a movie. Unfortunately, she has some deeply seated, preconceived notions about pain and pain killers that does not really allow for a lot of understanding. Basically, pain killers are evil and I am silly for taking them. Pain is an unseen and completely misundertood affliction. People with ailments that manifest outwardly, have far less problems in dealing with social stigmas and stereotyping. But pain is often hidden within the sufferer... and even our closest family and friends have a dificult time understanding what it is like to wake up in pain, live through each and every single day with pain and then, take pain to bed with us. Sometimes, it would just be nice to hear someone say that it's okay... and that they understand. Sorry to bend your ears Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Welcome Mike! It's OK! We understand here and will support you! There are some awesome people here and you are always welcome to come here and vent. Many of us have family members (and spouses!) that do not understand pain or how it effects our lives. They don't get how you may be able to do something one day but not the next. Oh, I could go on forever , but I just wanted to let you know you are not alone anymore! Hugs, ~Write your worries in the sand, carve your blessings in stone~ Subject: Intro To: Hugs-N-Pain Date: Monday, August 3, 2009, 10:35 AM Hello, I am a new member here. My name is Mike and I currently live in East Central, Alabama. I am also a chronic pain sufferer. It all began with a work accident back in 1996. A kid operating a forklift dropped some steel shelving on me. That was the end of my working life and the beginning of the one I live now. About a year after the accident, I was awarded a disability claim. Following that, my marriage of 14 years ended. In 1999, I met a woman on the web... we were both coming out of failed marriages and both desperately seeking someone to hold on to. We have been together ever since. Today, I am now well over age 50 and on a maintenance prescription for Vicodin. It is not a perfect solution but it does allow me to function at a nominal level. What that means is that I can join my partner in going to the store or out to a movie. Unfortunately, she has some deeply seated, preconceived notions about pain and pain killers that does not really allow for a lot of understanding. Basically, pain killers are evil and I am silly for taking them. Pain is an unseen and completely misundertood affliction. People with ailments that manifest outwardly, have far less problems in dealing with social stigmas and stereotyping. But pain is often hidden within the sufferer... and even our closest family and friends have a dificult time understanding what it is like to wake up in pain, live through each and every single day with pain and then, take pain to bed with us. Sometimes, it would just be nice to hear someone say that it's okay... and that they understand. Sorry to bend your ears Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 > > Sorry to hear of your fall...I hope that you soon get out of the flare stage and feel better soon. Thanks for sharing your story and introducing yourself! > > Jen thanx, Jen :^) Lori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 30, 2009 Report Share Posted September 30, 2009 hi everbody thay chaged my pain med from oxyconten 80 to fental patch 50 milagram do the patches work donnie Subject: Re: intro To: Hugs-N-Pain Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009, 2:00 AM > > Sorry to hear of your fall...I hope that you soon get out of the flare stage and feel better soon. Thanks for sharing your story and introducing yourself! > > Jen thanx, Jen :^) Lori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 Donnie, I don't think the patches will work as well as the Oxycontin did. Just my opinion. At least the patches didn't work well for me, but everyone's body is different. I hope they work for you. And they can increase the dosage of the patches up to 75mcg or 100mcg. I was on 75mcg, the 100's just made me dopey and the adhesive ate my skin after the first 24 hrs of wearing them. Good luck! ~Tommie~ www.myspace.com/tommiejj PH, CFS, FMS, Diabetes, Sleep Apnea, Restless Leg Syndrome Don't waste energy second-guessing what you're missing or what can go awry. If you put enough energy into doubt, something will undoubtedly go wrong. Instead, focus on the positive possibilities with a hopeful attitude. Re: intro To: Hugs-N-Pain Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009, 2:00 AM > > Sorry to hear of your fall...I hope that you soon get out of the flare stage and feel better soon. Thanks for sharing your story and introducing yourself! > > Jen thanx, Jen :^) Lori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 Donnie, I use the Fentanyl patches and they work very well. Once in awhile I forget to change them and my pain goes through the roof. The only thing is they don't last 3 days for me, so my doctor told me to change them evry 2 days. How have you been? I've been worried about you. I've meant to write, but I'm still recovering from this 2 day medical evaluation I had to have for my disabilty. It was 4 hours Thursday and 2 hours Friday. I cried because it hurt so bad and was bedridden for a couple of days afterward. Now I'm so far behind with everything. Let me know how you're doing and if the patches are helping. Hugs, Alanna Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Re: intro To: Hugs-N-Pain Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009, 2:00 AM > > Sorry to hear of your fall...I hope that you soon get out of the flare stage and feel better soon. Thanks for sharing your story and introducing yourself! > > Jen thanx, Jen :^) Lori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 1, 2009 Report Share Posted October 1, 2009 Hi Donnie I think you will see a favorable difference in the patches. They worked really good for me, I was on it for 2 yrs then they where wearing off early. They just didn't last so I had to come off of them. I think you will have a good out come with them. They told me to wear the patch on my chest that it got into your system faster! Don't know if that is true or not but worked for me. Everybody is different. Good luck hope they work for you. Let me know. Love and Hugs Sent from my BlackBerry Smartphone provided by Alltel Re: intro To: Hugs-N-Pain Date: Thursday, October 1, 2009, 2:00 AM > > Sorry to hear of your fall...I hope that you soon get out of the flare stage and feel better soon. Thanks for sharing your story and introducing yourself! > > Jen thanx, Jen :^) Lori Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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