Guest guest Posted December 11, 2006 Report Share Posted December 11, 2006 Hello Everyone, This is Dotti's daughter. First, I want to thank everyone for the support you've given my mother. She is a wonderful person and I am glad to see such wonderful people surrounding her, even via internet! I really wish I could positively say I do have PA .. I have never been diagnosed with psoriasis.... All I know is, I miss me. I miss the energy I used to have. I miss being able to hug my kids without flinching. I miss being able to get up out of bed or a chair without grimacing or crying in pain (although it's been at least 15 years since I could do that). I miss being happy. Every moment of everyday I am painstakingly, annoyingly aware of every part of my body. Just sittying here typing, I get tinges of pain in different joints with every movement. My husband really doesn't understand. I don't blame him. It's my fault I really never let him know, just how much pain I am in. My PCP advised B12 shots and vitamins. After my 4th shot, my energy level has not changed and I am still in pain. My husband says don't go looking for an illness you don't have. So, the rheumy was the second opinion. His advise ... sleeping pills, six weeks worth, then back to see him. And now I feel stuck, stuck dealing with this pain because of a reason that noone knows or cares to find out .. just throwing drugs at me. It's very frustrating. Work is not that cooperative either. Even the most caring co- workers say, " Take a pill " . I know they mean well, but it is very difficult to explain exactly what I feel. I told my husband Friday, if I gave you a spiral notebook and had you write down every time I was in pain, you would fill the book in a day or two. He didn't really say much to that. What do you say to someone with a statement like that?? Sorry this is so long-winded, but I have been so sad lately. So sad and tired and tired of being sad and tired!! And I miss my Mommy! I would love to just pick another doctor and go, but 1) work limits my time; 2) my husband just agrees with the two theories mentioned above. 3) I think sometimes maybe it is in my head. Thank you for listening. DMK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 11, 2006 Report Share Posted December 11, 2006 Miss Dawn...if I ever read " Depression " , that was it. You have every reason to be depressed....we all do on here....so we understand. But when it gets that bad, you probably need an antidepressant in my opinion. Remember...that's just what it is, " my opinion " . I'm no doctor. But I've been depressed and taken meds to help. My sister has Bipolar Disorder as well as my daughter...and a few friends come to think of it. Depression often comes along with many diseases like ours and heart disease. So don't be put off about it. Talk to your doctor about medication for depression instead of the sleeping pills if you think the sleeping pills are not the answer. The doctor works for you. If he does not do the job you require, fire him. See your Primary Care doc for depression if the Rhuemy won't do it. Just talk to someone to rule it out or start treatment on it if that's the case. When you are feeling better mentally, you can then make better decisions about how to manage your pain. Just my two cents worth. All the best, -Betz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 11, 2006 Report Share Posted December 11, 2006 its not in your head and i do understand as with everyone here. casey Dawn <dawnizme@...> wrote: Hello Everyone, This is Dotti's daughter. First, I want to thank everyone for the support you've given my mother. She is a wonderful person and I am glad to see such wonderful people surrounding her, even via internet! I really wish I could positively say I do have PA .. I have never been diagnosed with psoriasis.... All I know is, I miss me. I miss the energy I used to have. I miss being able to hug my kids without flinching. I miss being able to get up out of bed or a chair without grimacing or crying in pain (although it's been at least 15 years since I could do that). I miss being happy. Every moment of everyday I am painstakingly, annoyingly aware of every part of my body. Just sittying here typing, I get tinges of pain in different joints with every movement. My husband really doesn't understand. I don't blame him. It's my fault I really never let him know, just how much pain I am in. My PCP advised B12 shots and vitamins. After my 4th shot, my energy level has not changed and I am still in pain. My husband says don't go looking for an illness you don't have. So, the rheumy was the second opinion. His advise ... sleeping pills, six weeks worth, then back to see him. And now I feel stuck, stuck dealing with this pain because of a reason that noone knows or cares to find out .. just throwing drugs at me. It's very frustrating. Work is not that cooperative either. Even the most caring co- workers say, " Take a pill " . I know they mean well, but it is very difficult to explain exactly what I feel. I told my husband Friday, if I gave you a spiral notebook and had you write down every time I was in pain, you would fill the book in a day or two. He didn't really say much to that. What do you say to someone with a statement like that?? Sorry this is so long-winded, but I have been so sad lately. So sad and tired and tired of being sad and tired!! And I miss my Mommy! I would love to just pick another doctor and go, but 1) work limits my time; 2) my husband just agrees with the two theories mentioned above. 3) I think sometimes maybe it is in my head. Thank you for listening. DMK --------------------------------- Any questions? Get answers on any topic at Answers. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 11, 2006 Report Share Posted December 11, 2006 Hi Dawn: I would go another rheumy for a second opinion. Your work should understand this. Feel better, Greg --- Dawn <dawnizme@...> wrote: > Hello Everyone, > > This is Dotti's daughter. First, I want to thank > everyone for the > support you've given my mother. She is a wonderful > person and I am > glad to see such wonderful people surrounding her, > even via internet! > > I really wish I could positively say I do have PA .. > I have never > been diagnosed with psoriasis.... All I know is, I > miss me. I miss > the energy I used to have. I miss being able to hug > my kids without > flinching. I miss being able to get up out of bed > or a chair > without grimacing or crying in pain (although it's > been at least 15 > years since I could do that). I miss being happy. > > Every moment of everyday I am painstakingly, > annoyingly aware of > every part of my body. Just sittying here typing, I > get tinges of > pain in different joints with every movement. > > My husband really doesn't understand. I don't blame > him. It's my > fault I really never let him know, just how much > pain I am in. > > My PCP advised B12 shots and vitamins. After my 4th > shot, my energy > level has not changed and I am still in pain. My > husband says don't > go looking for an illness you don't have. So, the > rheumy was the > second opinion. His advise ... sleeping pills, six > weeks worth, > then back to see him. And now I feel stuck, stuck > dealing with this > pain because of a reason that noone knows or cares > to find out .. > just throwing drugs at me. It's very frustrating. > > > Work is not that cooperative either. Even the most > caring co- > workers say, " Take a pill " . I know they mean well, > but it is very > difficult to explain exactly what I feel. > > I told my husband Friday, if I gave you a spiral > notebook and had > you write down every time I was in pain, you would > fill the book in > a day or two. He didn't really say much to that. > What do you say > to someone with a statement like that?? > > Sorry this is so long-winded, but I have been so sad > lately. So sad > and tired and tired of being sad and tired!! And I > miss my Mommy! > > I would love to just pick another doctor and go, but > 1) work limits > my time; 2) my husband just agrees with the two > theories mentioned > above. 3) I think sometimes maybe it is in my head. > > Thank you for listening. > > DMK > > ________________________________________________________________________________\ ____ Cheap talk? Check out Messenger's low PC-to-Phone call rates. http://voice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 its not in your head . your pain is real and we have all experienced this along with the frustration that goes with it. I know that you feel alone but you are not . You have a real illness . oerhaps yu should get a new doctor . cathy from ma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 can anyone out here tell me the difference between depression and just the fatigue of the pa? i took the mtx sat and have pretty much been asleep for the last 2 days. with all the talk about depression, im now wondering if feeling wiped out, and unable to leave house or drive a sign of something else. help! have alot to do!!!!! casey Betsy Jack <itsbetsy@...> wrote: . Talk to your doctor about medication for depression instead of the sleeping pills if you think the sleeping pills are not the answer. The doctor works for you. Miss Dawn...if I ever read " Depression " , that was it. You have every reason to be depressed....we all do on here....so we understand. But when it gets that bad, you probably need an antidepressant in my opinion. Remember...that's just what it is, " my opinion " . I'm no --------------------------------- Access over 1 million songs - Music Unlimited. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Both, pain and lack of sleep, can add to one's pain and depression. And, depression often begets more pain. Therefore, rheumatologists sometimes prescribe a low dose of something like Amitriptyline to take care of both: a) helping the patient to sleep which allows the body to heal itself, and improve a person's mood by preventing the re- absorption of noradrenaline and serotonin back into nerve cells. Brent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Betz, your 2 cents is worth a million! I resisted taking antidepressants for years! I have now been on them for about 5 years. What a difference it has made in my life. I take a very low dosage but it's enough to keep my emotions in control. Betz hit the nail on the head. If you aren't mentally & emotionally stable you can't make sensible decisions. Hang tough Dotti > > Miss Dawn...if I ever read " Depression " , that was it. You have every > reason to be depressed....we all do on here....so we understand. But > when it gets that bad, you probably need an antidepressant in my > opinion. Remember...that's just what it is, " my opinion " . I'm no > doctor. But I've been depressed and taken meds to help. My sister has > Bipolar Disorder as well as my daughter...and a few friends come to > think of it. Depression often comes along with many diseases like ours > and heart disease. So don't be put off about it. Talk to your doctor > about medication for depression instead of the sleeping pills if you > think the sleeping pills are not the answer. The doctor works for you. > If he does not do the job you require, fire him. See your Primary Care > doc for depression if the Rhuemy won't do it. Just talk to someone to > rule it out or start treatment on it if that's the case. When you are > feeling better mentally, you can then make better decisions about how > to manage your pain. Just my two cents worth. All the best, -Betz > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Hi Dawn.. I'm glad you are seeking advice here & reading the post. Baby girl, the medical industry is not what it use to be. At one time we could trust our doctors, put our health in their hands believing they knew best. They were doctors! But that is no longer the case. We have to take control of our health. The internet is a wonderful place to do research & learn what others are going through with this disease. Knowledge is power. Also sometimes I don't know how to describe what I feel. When I read other post, I say, yeah that's what I feel! Or that describes my pain. I know I should take my own advice here, but get a journal. Write down when you have pain or stiffness. What you were doing, how long were you doing it, etc. Also are you wearing splints at night? That has helped my carpel tunnel tremendously. Bobby calls them my boxing gloves. Maybe you need some for ! LOL Dawn, this is not in your head! I thought all this was due to my age but not so. Lord have mercy! You are just like your mother! Take time for your health!!!! It's the only body you have, you can't trade it in. You know there is something wrong, we all know our bodies. So keep pushing. Talk to you ins company about a 2nd opinion. Maybe see a dermatologist about the spot on the back of your scalp. Life is too short. Live it to it's fullness. There are wonderful medications out there to help us. If you take them missy! I should have been on antidepressants 30 yrs ago but I just didn't know. I thought everybody cried at commercials. LOL Overlook the co-workers & . They have not walked in your shoes. They don't know. I have never heard of PA until I walked into the rhumy's office. You will get much much support here. Read their advice. And take action. Take control. Take you dadgum meds! Don't make me come out there!!! I love you & miss you terribly. Mom (aka Dotti) > > Hello Everyone, > > This is Dotti's daughter. First, I want to thank everyone for the > support you've given my mother. She is a wonderful person and I am > glad to see such wonderful people surrounding her, even via internet! > > I really wish I could positively say I do have PA .. I have never > been diagnosed with psoriasis.... All I know is, I miss me. I miss > the energy I used to have. I miss being able to hug my kids without > flinching. I miss being able to get up out of bed or a chair > without grimacing or crying in pain (although it's been at least 15 > years since I could do that). I miss being happy. > > Every moment of everyday I am painstakingly, annoyingly aware of > every part of my body. Just sittying here typing, I get tinges of > pain in different joints with every movement. > > My husband really doesn't understand. I don't blame him. It's my > fault I really never let him know, just how much pain I am in. > > My PCP advised B12 shots and vitamins. After my 4th shot, my energy > level has not changed and I am still in pain. My husband says don't > go looking for an illness you don't have. So, the rheumy was the > second opinion. His advise ... sleeping pills, six weeks worth, > then back to see him. And now I feel stuck, stuck dealing with this > pain because of a reason that noone knows or cares to find out .. > just throwing drugs at me. It's very frustrating. > > Work is not that cooperative either. Even the most caring co- > workers say, " Take a pill " . I know they mean well, but it is very > difficult to explain exactly what I feel. > > I told my husband Friday, if I gave you a spiral notebook and had > you write down every time I was in pain, you would fill the book in > a day or two. He didn't really say much to that. What do you say > to someone with a statement like that?? > > Sorry this is so long-winded, but I have been so sad lately. So sad > and tired and tired of being sad and tired!! And I miss my Mommy! > > I would love to just pick another doctor and go, but 1) work limits > my time; 2) my husband just agrees with the two theories mentioned > above. 3) I think sometimes maybe it is in my head. > > Thank you for listening. > > DMK > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 I should add this....if it IS depression, and you start on the meds for it, it if works, it WAS depression. I thought mine was fatigue and I still have fatigue mind you, but I can DEAL with it and I feel more hope now. I'm naturally a hopeful person but I could not find it as easily. I feel like ME now. I still have PA. I'm still tired and still have pain. But I'm better equiped to cope with all of that now. Of course MTX can make you tired too, right? I don't know if anyone can tell the difference. We all know by now that this is trial and error at it's best. That's why they call it " medical PRACTICE " lol. Just be willing to TRY and if you ERR, be willing to TRY AGAIN. Never give up! -Love Betz > . Talk to your doctor > about medication for depression instead of the sleeping pills if you > think the sleeping pills are not the answer. The doctor works for you. > > Miss Dawn...if I ever read " Depression " , that was it. You have every > reason to be depressed....we all do on here....so we understand. But > when it gets that bad, you probably need an antidepressant in my > opinion. Remember...that's just what it is, " my opinion " . I'm no > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Access over 1 million songs - Music Unlimited. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Well, emotionally I am feeling a tad better. As I was bawling yesterday my co-worker was pulling the Lexapro out of my desk drawer.. She knows me well, lol. I'm going to put forth effort to stay on it this time. But, being a recovering addict taking pills is not a habit I want to get back into! (sorry if I'm spilling beans, Mom) I think it helped most that I got things off my chest that I have been carrying around for months. I wish I could speak to my doctor with that freedom, but I get in there and just feel so intimidated and belittled. I replay this coversation in my head where I let him have it and just tell him to find out the cause and stop treating a symptom! Maybe if I do this enough it will spill out on my visit! Thank you for your kind words and I wish everyone a blessed day! > > > > Hello Everyone, > > > > This is Dotti's daughter. First, I want to thank everyone for the > > support you've given my mother. She is a wonderful person and I > am > > glad to see such wonderful people surrounding her, even via > internet! > > > > I really wish I could positively say I do have PA .. I have never > > been diagnosed with psoriasis.... All I know is, I miss me. I > miss > > the energy I used to have. I miss being able to hug my kids > without > > flinching. I miss being able to get up out of bed or a chair > > without grimacing or crying in pain (although it's been at least > 15 > > years since I could do that). I miss being happy. > > > > Every moment of everyday I am painstakingly, annoyingly aware of > > every part of my body. Just sittying here typing, I get tinges of > > pain in different joints with every movement. > > > > My husband really doesn't understand. I don't blame him. It's my > > fault I really never let him know, just how much pain I am in. > > > > My PCP advised B12 shots and vitamins. After my 4th shot, my > energy > > level has not changed and I am still in pain. My husband says > don't > > go looking for an illness you don't have. So, the rheumy was the > > second opinion. His advise ... sleeping pills, six weeks worth, > > then back to see him. And now I feel stuck, stuck dealing with > this > > pain because of a reason that noone knows or cares to find out .. > > just throwing drugs at me. It's very frustrating. > > > > Work is not that cooperative either. Even the most caring co- > > workers say, " Take a pill " . I know they mean well, but it is very > > difficult to explain exactly what I feel. > > > > I told my husband Friday, if I gave you a spiral notebook and had > > you write down every time I was in pain, you would fill the book > in > > a day or two. He didn't really say much to that. What do you say > > to someone with a statement like that?? > > > > Sorry this is so long-winded, but I have been so sad lately. So > sad > > and tired and tired of being sad and tired!! And I miss my Mommy! > > > > I would love to just pick another doctor and go, but 1) work > limits > > my time; 2) my husband just agrees with the two theories mentioned > > above. 3) I think sometimes maybe it is in my head. > > > > Thank you for listening. > > > > DMK > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Dawn, Don't let those people get the best of you. That includes your husband. For some reason there are some men who cannot find any compassion . Maybe they think it is a sign of weakness. My ex was that way. It finally was one of the things instrumental in ending our marraige. After a while it appears he doesn't care enough to believe in your pain. I would ask my PCP about fibromyalgia next time you see him. A lot of us with autoimmune diseases also have fibro. It would explain the sleeping problems. And take my word for it, sleeping pills don't help that much. I hope you can find something that you can do for yourself to ease your pain long enough to pull yourself up and not be so sad. It would be good if your husband were here so I could have a little talk with him. I had one of those talks with my neices husband not long ago and he sees some things a little differently now. Any way, try a long warm bath with a scent you like, candles and all, and just meditate to yourself. Stress is our worst enemy. The more stress you relieve yourself of, the better you will feel. And don't be so hard on yourself!! Did you ask for this disease? I didn't think so. If you tell someone of all your pain, you're a whiner; if you keep it to yourself people think you are faking. If they can't see an injury, you must be alright. You can't take it personal or you will be depressed all the time. Trust me, nobody here thinks your pain is in your head. You and your mom could set up your own little support system for each other. Set aside a couple hours a week or more to spend over coffee with something happy or fun to do. You know you are welcome to post here any time. Someone is always home. Take care and God bless. We will pray for you. Janet in Ca -------------- Original message -------------- From: " Dawn " <dawnizme@...> > > I really wish I could positively say I do have PA .. I have never > been diagnosed with psoriasis.... All I know is, I miss me. I miss > the energy I used to have. I miss being able to hug my kids without > flinching. I miss being able to get up out of bed or a chair > without grimacing or crying in pain (although it's been at least 15 > years since I could do that). I miss being happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Don't worry about " spilling the beans " This is a " safe place " where you can spill the beans and still be loved. I wish I were a " recovered over-eater " !!! LOL Sometimes it easier to write out what you want to tell or ask the doctor. Dig out that courage deep inside and ask. love you Mom > being a recovering addict taking pills is not a habit I want to get back into! (sorry if I'm spilling beans, Mom) I wish I could speak to my doctor with that freedom, but I get in there and just feel so intimidated and belittled. I replay this coversation in my head where I let him have it and just tell him to find out the cause and stop treating a symptom! Maybe if I do this enough it will spill out on my visit! > > Thank you for your kind words and I wish everyone a blessed day! > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 thanks betz!!!! you are such a, a, cheerleader!!!! will call doc and get the ball rolling. hope you are right. casey Betsy Jack <itsbetsy@...> wrote: I should add this....if it IS depression, and you start on the meds for it, it if works, it WAS depression. I thought mine was fatigue and I still have fatigue mind you, but I can DEAL with it and I feel more hope now. I'm naturally a hopeful person but I could not find it as easily. I feel like ME now. I still have PA. I'm still tired and still have pain. But I'm better equiped to cope with all of that now. Of course MTX can make you tired too, right? I don't know if anyone can tell the difference. We all know by now that this is trial and error at it's best. That's why they call it " medical PRACTICE " lol. Just be willing to TRY and if you ERR, be willing to TRY AGAIN. Never give up! -Love Betz > > can anyone out here tell me the difference between depression and just the fatigue of the pa? i took the mtx sat and have pretty much been asleep for the last 2 days. with all the talk about depression, im now wondering if feeling wiped out, and unable to leave house or drive a sign of something else. > help! have alot to do!!!!! > casey > > > > > > > --------------------------------- > Access over 1 million songs - Music Unlimited. > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2006 Report Share Posted December 12, 2006 Janet you always know JUST what to say. I like that about you. -Betz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 I bet you feel better because you are making a move to do something...anything. That gives us power. Maybe if you take the Lexapro each day, you won't HAVE to cry and " let him have it " when you see your doc. Maybe you'll feel well enough to go in there with confidence and simply state that it's time to get some answers to your questions. Have them written out on a piece of paper if that helps. That's what I do. Heck....the doctor has a whole file on you (his notes on paper) so why shouldn't you get to do the same? Go gettum gal!-Love Betz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 Thanks Betz, I can say the same about you. I am going north again tomorrow. My son is having surgery in Oregon and ofcourse Mom is going to be there. I just have to catch the mountain passes before the snow does. Terri, the daughter I live with, and I bought the other kids patio sets for Christmas (purchased on clearance) and do you think we gave a thought to how we were going to transport 3 full patio sets over 400 miles? You guessed it. We have to rent a truck. And I get to drive it. At least it is a small one. Who says your adventures stop when you get old and sick and sore and tired. Hooray for Rest Areas. Anyway, nobody up there has a computer but my other daughter, so I won't be online for a few weeks and I want to take this time to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I pray for you all to be pain free and jumping for JOY. Janet in Ca -------------- Original message -------------- From: " Betsy Jack " <itsbetsy@...> > Janet you always know JUST what to say. I like that about you. -Betz > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 For me, the difference is that with fatigue I WANT to do stuff - I just can't. With depression, I don't even want to do the things that usually give me pleasure. That's the dividing line, for me. best regards, sherry z > > can anyone out here tell me the difference between depression and just the fatigue of the pa? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 Hi, Dawn! I know exactly how you feel. I missed me, too, back during the summer. But I have good news - I'm BAAAAACK!!! Well, not 100% exactly like before, but good enough for me. I never thought I could feel this good again. Once I got the right diagnosis and the right meds, I slowly started to feel like myself again. I hope you will perservere in finding a doctor who can diagnose you properly and help you find the right combinations of medication so that soon you will be able to welcome Dawn back! best regards, sherry z > > Hello Everyone, > > This is Dotti's daughter. First, I want to thank everyone for the > support you've given my mother. She is a wonderful person and I am > glad to see such wonderful people surrounding her, even via internet! > > I really wish I could positively say I do have PA .. I have never > been diagnosed with psoriasis.... All I know is, I miss me. I miss > the energy I used to have. I miss being able to hug my kids without > flinching. I miss being able to get up out of bed or a chair > without grimacing or crying in pain (although it's been at least 15 > years since I could do that). I miss being happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 Janet...safe journey and Happiest of Holidays. Hey....you guys could throw open the back of the truck and play Christmas carols at the rest stops! Just a thought.....lol. Love Betz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2006 Report Share Posted December 13, 2006 Are you reading this Dawn !!!! MOM -- In , " Betsy Jack " <itsbetsy@...> wrote: > > I bet you feel better because you are making a move to do > something...anything. That gives us power. Maybe if you take the > Lexapro each day, you won't HAVE to cry and " let him have it " when you > see your doc. Maybe you'll feel well enough to go in there with > confidence and simply state that it's time to get some answers to your > questions. Have them written out on a piece of paper if that helps. > That's what I do. Heck....the doctor has a whole file on you (his notes > on paper) so why shouldn't you get to do the same? Go gettum gal!- Love > Betz > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 14, 2006 Report Share Posted December 14, 2006 merry christmas to you too janet! cathy from ma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2007 Report Share Posted January 31, 2007 In a message dated 12/12/2006 01:12:41 GMT Standard Time, dawnizme@... writes: My PCP advised B12 shots and vitamins. After my 4th shot, my energy level has not changed and I am still in pain. My husband says don't go looking for an illness you don't have. So, the rheumy was the second opinion. His advise ... sleeping pills, six weeks worth, then back to see him. And now I feel stuck, stuck dealing with this pain because of a reason that noone knows or cares to find out .. just throwing drugs at me. It's very frustrating. Hi Dawn, I'm way behind in answering mail from this group and that is why I am only now getting around to welcoming you. I'm sorry that you are going through this but no one seems to be helping you, no one, that is, except your mum. I met Dotti the last time I was 'in town' as it were. lol Its great that she is looking after you and trying to help in any way she can. I would imagine someone will have advised you to try another Rheumy if you get no joy in your return visit to this one. I know you said that wouldn't be easy. Usually when someone thinks there is something wrong with them, there usually is. We know our own bodies don't we? I hope things change for you and you can somehow get to the bottom of what the problem is. Meanwhile we will be here for you..........................even if it does take some of us seven weeks to answer your posts. lol Take care, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 1, 2007 Report Share Posted February 1, 2007 Hi , thanks for the response to Dawn (hey, better late than never!). Dawn is still having " doc " issues! He is still saying all this is due to sleep issues. Whatever!!! We talked yesterday and I gave her some more advice about " pushing " these doctors and pressing for answers. Keep her in your thoughts & prayers. She's coming to Georgia to visit " mummy " in March for a little R & R and spoiling from me! Take care Dotti > > > In a message dated 12/12/2006 01:12:41 GMT Standard Time, dawnizme@... > writes: > > My PCP advised B12 shots and vitamins. After my 4th shot, my energy > level has not changed and I am still in pain. My husband says don't > go looking for an illness you don't have. So, the rheumy was the > second opinion. His advise ... sleeping pills, six weeks worth, > then back to see him. And now I feel stuck, stuck dealing with this > pain because of a reason that noone knows or cares to find out .. > just throwing drugs at me. It's very frustrating. > > > I hope things change for you and you can somehow get to the bottom of what > the problem is. > Meanwhile we will be here for you..........................even if it does > take some of us seven weeks to answer your posts. lol > > Take care, > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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