Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 Jim writes > My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but > rather in supplements. > > I think that I would look for a new rheumatologist. You need some type of > pain medication for fibro. It is difficult to cope when you are in pain. Take care, Irene Books may well be the only true magic Alice Hoffman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 Jim writes > My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but > rather in supplements. > > I think that I would look for a new rheumatologist. You need some type of > pain medication for fibro. It is difficult to cope when you are in pain. Take care, Irene Books may well be the only true magic Alice Hoffman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 Shirley, Thanks for responding. In what areas of the body do you swell? Jim " Someday I will fly away and leave all of this to yesterday " Re: Swelling I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 Shirley, Thanks for responding. In what areas of the body do you swell? Jim " Someday I will fly away and leave all of this to yesterday " Re: Swelling I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 JIM I swell in the face, hands, knees, ankles and feet. My back hurts like I have kidney infection that is why I drink lots of water. My breast hurt to be touched and I can't even wear a bra when I have the swelling. Even my hips, it is terrible. Shirley Shirley From: JIM To: Sent: Monday, August 12, 2002 5:52 PM Subject: RE: Swelling Shirley, Thanks for responding. In what areas of the body do you swell? Jim " Someday I will fly away and leave all of this to yesterday " Re: Swelling I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 JIM I swell in the face, hands, knees, ankles and feet. My back hurts like I have kidney infection that is why I drink lots of water. My breast hurt to be touched and I can't even wear a bra when I have the swelling. Even my hips, it is terrible. Shirley Shirley From: JIM To: Sent: Monday, August 12, 2002 5:52 PM Subject: RE: Swelling Shirley, Thanks for responding. In what areas of the body do you swell? Jim " Someday I will fly away and leave all of this to yesterday " Re: Swelling I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 JIM I swell in the face, hands, knees, ankles and feet. My back hurts like I have kidney infection that is why I drink lots of water. My breast hurt to be touched and I can't even wear a bra when I have the swelling. Even my hips, it is terrible. Shirley Shirley From: JIM To: Sent: Monday, August 12, 2002 5:52 PM Subject: RE: Swelling Shirley, Thanks for responding. In what areas of the body do you swell? Jim " Someday I will fly away and leave all of this to yesterday " Re: Swelling I swell all the time I am worse when it is very very humid out. I am miserable from it and I hurt all over too. I drink lots and lots of water it seems to get the swelling down some. shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 JIM So you are taking supplements how much dosage of each and it is calulated by your weight? Would you write all you're taking and how much, I am wanting to go all natural since the perscription crap don't work any more. And you know I did look up the book on Back to Eden by Jethro Kloss and it has lots of stuff in there, I have ordered this book, I do thank Mick for sending in what worked for her and it has given me hope which I had lost! This group is great for support and just being here if need somebody to listen. Thanks to all! Shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 JIM So you are taking supplements how much dosage of each and it is calulated by your weight? Would you write all you're taking and how much, I am wanting to go all natural since the perscription crap don't work any more. And you know I did look up the book on Back to Eden by Jethro Kloss and it has lots of stuff in there, I have ordered this book, I do thank Mick for sending in what worked for her and it has given me hope which I had lost! This group is great for support and just being here if need somebody to listen. Thanks to all! Shirley Swelling Hi all, I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as in the legs, feet, face, etc. I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this all that well. My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel like I am fighting a losing battle. I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working up the corporate ladder. I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this disorder. I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 I've only noticed swelling in my hands. But the medications have caused me to gain a significant amount of weight and I had to give up my 5-day-a-week workouts. Bummer!! I, too, climbed the corporate ladder and had a hard time going on disability. It made me feel like such a loser to give in to this disease. I've been fighting the LTD company since January - what a lack of knowledge they have! Are you married? Do you have kids at home? If so, maybe instead of sitting on the " pity pot " you can thank God that he gave you this time to spend with your family instead of the corporate boys club. I know I do. Best of luck... > Hi all, > > I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. > > I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as > in the legs, feet, face, etc. > > I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been > told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this > all that well. > > My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but > rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, > Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has > me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). > > The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I > have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel > like I am fighting a losing battle. > I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working > up the corporate ladder. > > I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it > works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. > > I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and > informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this > disorder. > > I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the > bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I > decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of > months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type > of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than > winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my > savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. > > God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But > I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but > that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! > > Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! > > Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 I've only noticed swelling in my hands. But the medications have caused me to gain a significant amount of weight and I had to give up my 5-day-a-week workouts. Bummer!! I, too, climbed the corporate ladder and had a hard time going on disability. It made me feel like such a loser to give in to this disease. I've been fighting the LTD company since January - what a lack of knowledge they have! Are you married? Do you have kids at home? If so, maybe instead of sitting on the " pity pot " you can thank God that he gave you this time to spend with your family instead of the corporate boys club. I know I do. Best of luck... > Hi all, > > I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. > > I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as > in the legs, feet, face, etc. > > I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been > told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this > all that well. > > My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but > rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, > Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has > me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). > > The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I > have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel > like I am fighting a losing battle. > I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working > up the corporate ladder. > > I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it > works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. > > I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and > informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this > disorder. > > I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the > bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I > decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of > months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type > of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than > winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my > savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. > > God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But > I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but > that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! > > Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! > > Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 12, 2002 Report Share Posted August 12, 2002 I've only noticed swelling in my hands. But the medications have caused me to gain a significant amount of weight and I had to give up my 5-day-a-week workouts. Bummer!! I, too, climbed the corporate ladder and had a hard time going on disability. It made me feel like such a loser to give in to this disease. I've been fighting the LTD company since January - what a lack of knowledge they have! Are you married? Do you have kids at home? If so, maybe instead of sitting on the " pity pot " you can thank God that he gave you this time to spend with your family instead of the corporate boys club. I know I do. Best of luck... > Hi all, > > I hope this Monday finds all of you in good spirits, that is my hope. > > I was wondering if any of you experince noticeable swelling, such as > in the legs, feet, face, etc. > > I am still learning about FM and even though I have read a lot, been > told a lot and have experienced a lot, I still do not understand this > all that well. > > My rheumatologist does not believe in actual " pain killers " but > rather in supplements. He has put me on Proantho-C, CoQ10 ST-100, > Myocalm and others. Since I also have psoratic arthritis he also has > me taking EPA-DHA (fish oil). > > The psoriasis is out of control at this time and so is the pain. I > have been praying for the strength to fight this, but at times I feel > like I am fighting a losing battle. > I have not worked in a year and my whole life has been about working > up the corporate ladder. > > I have been taking Ambien for the sleep problem and some nights it > works and others I still wake up at 2 or 3 am and stay awake. > > I thank all of those that have emailed me such supportive and > informative emails about how their lives have been affected by this > disorder. > > I am currently battling with my insurance company over paying the > bills to the rheumatologist and also for long term disability. I > decided a year ago that I would be back to work in a couple of > months, but I was wrong. I put off attempting to apply for any type > of disability, because to me, I would be losing the war rather than > winning it. But now, it has been a year since I have worked and my > savings is gone and I am living on borrowed money. > > God has been good to me and I know that he is watching over me. But > I am still human and I know that I am on a " pity pot " right now, but > that is just another hurdle that I will jump over! > > Thanks again for listening, I am so glad that I have found this group! > > Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 Hi Ed, Maybe the answer to the swelling is that for you, during and after an attack, the while GI tract is upset and swells. Most of the GI tract is in the lower trunk area. Just a thought. Best wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 Hi Ed, Maybe the answer to the swelling is that for you, during and after an attack, the while GI tract is upset and swells. Most of the GI tract is in the lower trunk area. Just a thought. Best wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 Hi Ed, Maybe the answer to the swelling is that for you, during and after an attack, the while GI tract is upset and swells. Most of the GI tract is in the lower trunk area. Just a thought. Best wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 What the heck is the lower trunk area?? LOL Can't figure it out. Sending lots of happy thoughts your way.... Marisa~San Diego, CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 Poncho, Thanks for the reply, After an attack I feel like I was beat with a baseball bat. Ed --- poncho9191@... wrote: > Hi Ed, > Maybe the answer to the swelling is that for you, > during and after an attack, > the while GI tract is upset and swells. Most of the > GI tract is in the lower > trunk area. Just a thought. > Best wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 Poncho, Thanks for the reply, After an attack I feel like I was beat with a baseball bat. Ed --- poncho9191@... wrote: > Hi Ed, > Maybe the answer to the swelling is that for you, > during and after an attack, > the while GI tract is upset and swells. Most of the > GI tract is in the lower > trunk area. Just a thought. > Best wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 Poncho, Thanks for the reply, After an attack I feel like I was beat with a baseball bat. Ed --- poncho9191@... wrote: > Hi Ed, > Maybe the answer to the swelling is that for you, > during and after an attack, > the while GI tract is upset and swells. Most of the > GI tract is in the lower > trunk area. Just a thought. > Best wishes, Poncho - GA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 The lower trunk area is what an elephant eats with. its also the area between the chest and hips. Ed --- msalinas74@... wrote: > > What the heck is the lower trunk area?? LOL Can't > figure it out. > > Sending lots of happy thoughts your way.... > > Marisa~San Diego, CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 The lower trunk area is what an elephant eats with. its also the area between the chest and hips. Ed --- msalinas74@... wrote: > > What the heck is the lower trunk area?? LOL Can't > figure it out. > > Sending lots of happy thoughts your way.... > > Marisa~San Diego, CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2003 Report Share Posted March 3, 2003 The lower trunk area is what an elephant eats with. its also the area between the chest and hips. Ed --- msalinas74@... wrote: > > What the heck is the lower trunk area?? LOL Can't > figure it out. > > Sending lots of happy thoughts your way.... > > Marisa~San Diego, CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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