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Tressa31

Living with endometriosis and sacroilliitis & adrenal fatigue

posted 10/15/2008, comments (0)

Endometriosis

Today is a bad day. Endo is here with a vengance. I called my doc. to make appt. but i had to leave a message so, hopefully they get back to me soon because it takes forever to get in, with her. She is always booked up. I've had 2 surgeries and after the last one she told me if i was still in pain that we should do hysterectomy. But I said no, we... Read more Chevron

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Denise C.

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posted 10/15/2008, comments (8)

Some retirement. . .

I can certainly relate to those who have sleep problems - even though I have (non-narcotic) medication, I still wake up every few hours. The doctor has given me Neurontin for the pain, but lately my legs ache so badly that it doesn't provide much relief. When I was first diagnosed this summer, I was given Lyrica which seemed to work... Read more Chevron

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Retired Computer Networking Specialist teaching network managers

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posted 10/15/2008, comment (1)

Dockside Introduction

I can not tell you how talking to others who are in pain 24/7 has improved my outlook on life and general well being. Below is my introductory letter to anyone. Thank God Betty answered in such a caring and friendly way. This is only the tip of the ice berg of course but it lets you know a bit about me. Introduction... Read more Chevron

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Morgan

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posted 10/15/2008, comments (3)

My new schedule.

I started my new schooling schedule yesterday. I'm not sure if it's going to help per say with the pain, but if I'm going to be in this horrible pain, I would rather be at home. When I cam home from school yesterday I layed down for a while then went to work. When I came home for work the pain seemed unbareable. I went to bed and stayed... Read more Chevron

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Christina Lasich, MD

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posted 10/15/2008, comments (0)

10 Money-Saving Tips for Pain Relief

Pain relief does not have to cause a financial meltdown. Here are some tips for the pennywise looking for both economic relief and pain relief. Ice ($0) instead of anti-inflammatory medications ($8): Because the cooling action of ice helps to control swelling, it is a great way to control pain. Just ask any athlete who has had an... Read more Chevron

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