I think the flare-up in back pain I’m having is only partially because of physical activity and partially from stress. How do I separate them and keep the stress from making my pain worse?😫
Unrelated, there needs to be a better pain emoji.
As far as baths and showers go, Dr. Teal's body washes, baths, and lotions all have Epsom salt in them. I like the one called Endurance. It's even a good shampoo. Has anyone heard of this?
The danger is over use and then you lose muscle tone. Best get advice from a Physiotherapist or similar before you go down that route 😢
When I was getting my master's degree, I had a paper that was turned in at 11:57 PM, so every other paper was done in several rough drafts, taken to the Writing Center, and even taken to the professors when I needed a dollar to go buy a clue. However, now that I'm even older, and should know better, gosh, I can't get the energy unless a due date is rushing up at me. Right now, I even have late library books for the dang assignment. Did I even open them to see if they are the correct books? Yes… read more
It is not commonly diagnosed but estimated that 1 in 20 women (in US) suffer from it but receive GI or GYN reasons for symptoms. Ironically most issues stem from multiple GYN surgeries. They DO NOT show up on any tests. Most diagnosed by another surgery or a good GYN during physical exams but the doctor MUST BE experienced. Would like to exchange issues on help, MD's & empathy and frustration. Thanks for reading on.
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I so agree with you..You know the old adage "walk a mile in another man's shoes" (or something like that). My husband has been so understanding and patient after almost 30 years, he has no problem… read more
Basically this has been over 30 years, even on Fentanyl way back, effective but I stopped it thinking the next repair surgery would work:wrong ! Been living on Tramadol, Gabapentin and maintenance drugs since. Any suggestions on replacment for Tramadol ? In todays climate we all look like "drug seeking persons", WOW that gets old. Any help would be so apprecited. HELP thanks again
Need help too. Hate living like this. Im in kansas
Hello all, a week ago I had a minor surgery under general anaesthesia in my pelvis. I’m not sore or anything.
Do you think it’s possible that it could have had a knock on affect with my general lower back and SIJ pain?
I’m really hurting when I was comfortable enough before hand.
Sineadconian.yes I do think how we are on table as surgeon works on our spine in your case pelvis..can have that effect. Iv a terrific amount of pelvis pain due to S1 .hope it helps luv take care 💗… read more
pain medicine got cut back alot
I am NOT making light of your question, I am in the same position. I have never been a pot user (since my teen years) so if this bible thumping state ever gets their "law" in order I will be; if… read more
Applied a year ago with an attorney. Still waiting. It’s frustrating, but I finally stopped checking for progress on the SSA site. Wishing you luck and a speedy approval.