Guest guest Posted October 25, 2000 Report Share Posted October 25, 2000 Aleta, I take Vicodan for pain. I cannot take any steroids which my doctor thinks would help. I also took neurtonin which is considered an all around medication. I have tinnitus and am sensitive to medications so we have a problem in finding something that will work and that I can tolerate. As for loss of balance, if you find a medication, let me know. I look like a drunk sometimes staggering around. Take care of yourself, Irene << What drug is your doctor prescribing for pain? Are there any prescriptions available for loss of balance? How about a prescription for fibro fog? >> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2000 Report Share Posted October 25, 2000 hi aleta have you tries gliko biloba it,s a herbalist thing it helps get rid of foggy minds plus has magnesium and it definately helps me.take care -------------------- talk21 your FREE portable and private address on the net at http://www.talk21.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 25, 2000 Report Share Posted October 25, 2000 Hi Aleta: I find Ultram to be helpful for pain. Some people don't like the side effects, but they don't bother me. Good Luck. Peggy " What drug is your doctor prescribing for pain? " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 27, 2000 Report Share Posted October 27, 2000 oxycotin has been the most effective pain med for me..i have tried just about all of them but one has to be careful because of it being addictive...vitamin b-12 shots ive been using for over 2 years..it is the only thing i have found to work very well for me..lasting from 2 6 days. duane. Aleta Maloney wrote: > What drug is your doctor prescribing for pain? Are there any > prescriptions available for loss of balance? How about a > prescription > for fibro fog? > > I have an appointment with my regular doctor tomorrow and she is > having a problem with my HMO letting her prescribe the drugs she > thinks I need. She submitted a request for Celebrex, but they won't > allow it and are suggesting salicilates(?). I have to see her > tomorrow to determine which drug will be allowed for pain. I have > not > actually been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, but my doctor is sure I > have it and I am positive too and think I have had it for many years. > > It has recently became almost unbearable and my symptoms are much > more > pronounced. My doctor has made an appointment with a rheumatologist > for me, but of course, can't get in to see him until December 7th. > So, > I am trying to hang in here until I can see the specialist. > > I would be inteerested in hearing your response to the meds questions. > Aleta in WI > > > ~*~CHAT TIME:~*~ > MON & THURS > Day Eastern 4 PM, Central 3 PM, Mt 2 PM Pacific 1 PM > Night Eastern 9 Pm, Central 8 Pm, Mt 7 PM Pacific 6 PM > WHERE: /chat/ > > VIP > If there is a problem on this list notify. > Co-Moderator > The_List_Owner@... > > Add or view links about fibro/CFS. > http://www.onelist.com/links/ > > TO unsubscribe. > Go to: http://www.onelist.com/ to this list and unsub from it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2001 Report Share Posted January 10, 2001 tcrow897 wrote: > Hi everyone! > I've had problems with a burning sensation in my arms. I've had a tingling/numbness sensation in my arms also off and on. The doctor wants to a nerve condution study on my arms to see if there could be another reason for this. I'm not thrilled with having this done since it will be painful and I really think it is the FMS. I was just diagnosed with FMS so I don't know a whole lot about all the symtoms that may go along with this. The doctor said he doesn't see these symptoms in many people with FMS that's why he wants to do the nerve conduction study. I'm anxious to see if any of you have had this problem. Also, I'm wondering if there is anything you can do about this brain fog. I forget common words all the time and I'm only 28 years old. Has anything worked for anyone out there? > Thanks! > Trish > Dear Trish & Llist, Your doc's right.Get the test done. Its not really all that painful (mpov) - your hands won't do the funky chicken like Glenn's in the movie " The Right Stuff " but they will move on their own. I believe the doctor may be checking you for thoraxic outlet syndrome - like carpal tunnel in the wrist, but in the shoulder area where nerves go from the spine to the arms. Your symptoms sound very llike what I went through 5-6 years ago. I don't think its FMS related - but it may be an aggravating factor of FMS. Respectfully, Sering PS Have your heart checked too. You can live with everything else . . . . J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2001 Report Share Posted January 10, 2001 > > > Hi everyone! > > I've had problems with a burning sensation in my arms. I've had a tingling/numbness sensation in my arms also off and on. The doctor wants to a nerve condution study on my arms to see if there could be another reason for this. I'm not thrilled with having this done since it will be painful and I really think it is the FMS. I was just diagnosed with FMS so I don't know a whole lot about all the symtoms that may go along with this. The doctor said he doesn't see these symptoms in many people with FMS that's why he wants to do the nerve conduction study. I'm anxious to see if any of you have had this problem. Also, I'm wondering if there is anything you can do about this brain fog. I forget common words all the time and I'm only 28 years old. Has anything worked for anyone out there? > > Thanks! > > Trish I found this site interesting! http://www.geocities.com/middlemiss38/Middlemiss.html Good Luck on your tests! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2001 Report Share Posted January 10, 2001 Hi Trish, I have the same thing in my legs and feet and have been told the same thing -- that it is not the usual presentation - so I'm special!!<BG> I had a nerve/muscle test when they couldn't figure out if I had a post-op reflex sympathetic dystrophy - also atypical!-- and all was normal. Please don't take this to mean that you shouldn't go along with what your doc suggests -- discuss it with him. Maybe he'll agree to just wait and see for awhile. Good Luck -- Pat ------------------------------------------------------------------ Trish said in part: > I've had problems with a burning sensation in my arms. I've had a tingling/numbness sensation in my arms also off and on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 28, 2003 Report Share Posted July 28, 2003 OK, this was from Marla! Sorry it took me so long to get to it. >Change all the answers so that they apply to you. Then send this to a whole bunch of people you know INCLUDING the person who sent it to you otherwise it will not be all fair, will it? It should take about 10 minutes. > >The theory is that you hold a special place in the time that your friends have at their disposal, so that they will be interested enough to enlighten you to their little known facts. (or maybe you just feel like doing nothing else and thought ... why not?) > > >1. What time is it now? 5:20pm >2. Name as it appears on your birth certificate? Aisha Elderwyn >3. Any nick names? Brat, Little One, Angelbum >4. Parent's names? and Rodney >5. Number of candles that appeared on your last birthday cake?29 >6. Date that you regularly blow them out? October 15 >7. Pets? Three dogs, Two cats >8. Favorite animal? dogs >9. Tattoo? I wish! My immunologist wont let me get one! >10. How much do you love your job or jobs? I loved it. But there was more I wanted to do with my life then just teach. >11. Birthplace? Sydney Australia >12. Favorite vacation spot? Hawaii >13. Been to Africa? no >14. Stolen any traffic signs? no lol! >15. Been in a car crash? Yes I was a sammich! >16. Croutons or Bacon Bits! Icky neither. >17. 2-door or 4-door car? 4, but bother would be cool >18. Coffee? Ok, when? I can't drink it nowthough. >19. Salad Dressing? I used to make my own >20. Color of socks? you have to ask? BLACK! >21. Favorite Number? 9 >22. Favorite Movie? Ohhh... Imagine >23. Favorite Color? Black >24. Favorite Holiday? Christmas >25. Favorite Food? does CHOCOLATE count? YES! >26. Favorite day of the week? Sunday > 27.Song of the moment? Stick Together - The Superjesus >28. TV Show? Designer Guys > 29. Toothpaste? Mouthwash > 30. Most recently read book? Currently reading " The Story of O " >31. Favorite scent? Backing potatos and cinamon pumpkin, or leeks in garlic butter... man I miss cooking. > 32. Favorite thing? Music > 34. Fast Food place? Dominos? > 35. When was your last hospital visit? December >36. Favorite drink? Hot Chocolate > 37. How many times did you fail your drivers' license test? 0 > 38. Where do you see yourself in 10 years? I don't > 39. What has been the favorite year of your life thus far? I could say the year I met G, but that wasn't a great year, um, 1989 - was healthy and thin and had lots of attitude and did what ever I wanted! What happened to all that huh? >40. Furthermost place you sent this message? What message? > 41. Who will respond the fastest? Think I care? > 42. Least likely to respond? me lol. > 43. What time is it now? 5:38 pm (Well it said will take you 10 mins, took me 20, thats normal I guess LOL!) Love isha. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 6, 2003 Report Share Posted September 6, 2003 " wlslori " <wlslori@y...> wrote: ask any specific ?s, we're a captive audience. lori h. Ok well you asked for it.....) Were there any diabetics who after surgery were able to stop taking insulin injections? Or (even better) both Insulin and oral medications? My doctor says, though there is no guarantee, that I may not need the insulin after I lose a certain amount of weight. I was wondering if this happened for anyone and at what point (how many pounds off) this happened. How much weight on average do people lose in the first 3 months?...6 months? How long after surgery did everyone feel normal again? I don't mean eating. I mean....could go back to their normal rountine. Shuttling kids....Go shopping....yardwork. How long until the doctor would let you do resistance exercise? I have a Bowflex my husband bought me to train before the surgery. I really enjoy using it. But I wonder how long I am going to have to wait. If you have never seen one it is like weight training. But instead of using actual weights it's uses resistance. OK I think that will do it for now!! ) Candi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 6, 2003 Report Share Posted September 6, 2003 hi candi. my answers are in ### ###. > Were there any diabetics who after surgery were able to stop taking > insulin injections? Or (even better) both Insulin and oral > medications? My doctor says, though there is no guarantee, that I > may not need the insulin after I lose a certain amount of weight. I > was wondering if this happened for anyone and at what point (how > many pounds off) this happened. ###i know a number of ex-diabetic posties, both in person & on this forum### > > How much weight on average do people lose in the first 3 months?...6 > months? ###this really varies, depends on BMI, age, number of yo-yoings, lifestyle### > How long after surgery did everyone feel normal again? I don't mean > eating. I mean....could go back to their normal rountine. > Shuttling kids....Go shopping....yardwork. ###i was driving @ 1 week, felt human @ 5 days out### > How long until the doctor would let you do resistance exercise? I > have a Bowflex my husband bought me to train before the surgery. I > really enjoy using it. But I wonder how long I am going to have to > wait. If you have never seen one it is like weight training. But > instead of using actual weights it's uses resistance. ###my doc told me to wait 6 weeks to do weights### > OK I think that will do it for now!! ) > > Candi lori h. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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