Angel41

Open Chronic Pain

See my page/profile. I have had 7-9 concussions, I have had 2 broken feet, I have a metal rod & plate in my left leg, back injuries, & both knees injured as well. I can not sit too long, I cannot stand too long, I cannot walk too far; I must always change position, & I have to use a cane. I am supposed to have surgery on my knees (needed for over 1 year now), but cannot do anything until I get disability (1 more year) I'll possibly be in a wheelchair by then. I am in CONSTANT agony with chronic

Treatments

Chiropractic Adjustment Working / Worked

I had Blue Cross & Blue Shiled (was still working then. It was great, I always felt much better when I left, & wish I could see one again.

Hydrocodone Working / Worked

it helped a little, but not enough

Marijuana Working / Worked

It has ALWAYS helped my pain. There were days I could not get out of bed,or stand (back, feet, knees), but after I partook, I was still hurting a little, but it helps.

Methadone Working / Worked

They had me on it, & it helped some, but I did not have $ to renew the RX, they didn't warn me of the dangers of suddenly stopping, & I ended up in the hospital.

Oxycodone Working / Worked

It helped- nothing takes the pain away completely, but can not see Dr, due to financial reasons.

Open Bereavement

I was a Daddy's girl, & he passed in the Buffalo, NY VA hosp., on 11/16/04. He was the only good man I ever had in my life. He was more than just my dad- he was my best friend! Me & my mother never got along, & she would not send me a ticket. I never got to go to the hosp, to say goodbye, didn't get to go to the service. It is something I've never gotten over, & live with every day. I just want 1 more walk, talk, & kiss. He always accepted me no matter what. I miss him SO much!!!

Treatments

Crying Working / Worked

I cry almost whenever I think of him. I miss him so much, & can't get over losing him

Prayer Working / Worked

Prayer ALWAYS helps me, & I know that he is with Jesus, & that I'll see him again 1 day, but I'm still lost without him.

Open Asthma

I got asthma as an adult from smoking cigarettes from the age of 11. It is always worse 1st thing in the morning, late at night, & when it's cold out.

Treatments

Advair Working / Worked

I was on it in the hospital, but cannot afford it. The only time I get it is when I'm in. It seemed to help.

Inhaler Working / Worked

I use an Albuterol inhaler, & am trying to get it through a pt assitnce program. I use Albuterol nebulizer when I'm real bad.

Open Cervical Cancer

I contracted HPV from an ex-husband, back in the early nineties, & developed cervical cancer. They had to take most of my cervix out-I have a 1/2 inch left (most are 7-8 inches long). I was supposed to go back after 1 yr for a checkup, but was never able to.

Treatments

LEEP Working / Worked

They took most of my cervix out (see above)

Open Hearing Loss & Deafness

I have had 7-9 concussions from ex-husbands, & I am hard of hearing now. The tv must be louder than normal, I have to ask people to speak up, & I can't hear if ther's a lot of background noise.

Open GERD & Heartburn

I suffer from chronic heartburn no matter what I do, or eat. I developed acid reflux disease, which burns.

Treatments

Zantac Somewhat Helpful

The Dr prescribed 2 a day, but it gets really bad, & alot of times, I have to take 3. I have to see him & let him know it's not effective enough.

Open Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

I have had IBS for over 3 years. The hsptl drs want me to see a specialist, but am unable to do so. I always have it no matter what I eat. My stomach is always roiling. I cannot even make it through a meal, & I am running to a restroom. I hate it, & am sick of it.

Open Migraine Headaches

I have suffered with migraines since I can remember. I will have to have lights out, no sound, no movement. I throw up, & pass out sometimes. A migraine lead to my 1st stroke. (I've had 2)

Treatments

Fioricet Working / Worked

not strong enough

Imitrex Working / Worked

I was on it back in the day when you had to give yourself a shot. It worked, but eventually, I built up a tolererance, & it stopped working for me.

Open Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

This runs in my family, & I have it real bad. It wakes me up from sleep during the night, & bothers me throughout the day. I have 2 braces that I use at night now.

Treatments

Wrist Splint Working / Worked

They help, but eventually will have to have surgery. Everything depends upon my disability coming through.

Open Epilepsy & Seizures

I had my 1st seizure in May of 2004, & have lost count of how many since then. They do not know if they came from the strokes, or the domestic abuse concussions/ head trauma.

Treatments

Dilantin Working / Worked

It seems to help

Klonopin Working / Worked

It was prescribed to me by 2 psychiatrists for seizures, & panic disorder. A new psychiatrist has taken me off of it. I have not had a seizure yet, but I'm scared I will.

Open Back Pain

If you read my page, then you're aware of the domestic abuse. I also was in a very bad car accident. I suffer from agonizing back pain every day. I have not been able to sleep in a bed now for over 10 years. I sleep in a recliner chair. I used to have an adjustable hosptl bed, but it broke. I need an adjustable bed, because the pain is SO bad!

Treatments

Chiropractic Adjustment Working / Worked

It helped when I was able to see one.

Fioricet Working / Worked

helped some, not enough

Open Financial Challenges

I worked since I was 17yo. Because of my many health issues, I had to stop working in March of '06. I filed for disability in '03, kept working, re-applied in 12/05, & have had no money or income since 3/06. I stayed in the abusive relationship to have a place to stay. I need my disability. I cannot even see to my own personal needs (shampoo, ect). I have to hitchhike to Dr's, because I cannot afford the bus. I am about to be homeless, & don't know what I will do, because of all my health prblms

Open Menopause

I'm new to menopause, do not know much about it, do not know what stage I'm in. My periods are very irregular, & I have "hot flashes" a lot, especially at night. I would appreciate any info anyone can give me.

Open Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

If you saw my page, you know my story; 22yrs of domestic abuse. They say that some of the things I've been through are like a prisoner of war.I'm VERY claustraphobic. To this day, I cannot be in a locked room, or have the door shut. I am terrified of the dark. I jump whenever someone comes up behind me, or there is a loud bang/noise. I will leave the room if people are arguing/fighting.

Treatments

Art Working / Worked

I am Not good at art, however I have written since I was 5, & I write a lot. I would like to publish a book one day of my work, but don't know how to or where.

Seroquel Working / Worked

They have me on Seroquel to help me sleep.

Open Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

I am paranoid about catching germs. I will check to make sure the coffeepot, oven, sink, are all turned off (I have left them on before). I always repeatedly check my doors to make sure they're locked.

Treatments

Lexapro Working / Worked

The doctors had me on 20mg of Celexa, & the new psychiatrist took me off of it.It worked with little side effects. I am finishing the remainder, & looking for a new dr.

Open Self-Injury

I have really bad anxiety/ panic attacks.I will scratch & pick at my skin until I draw blood, & then keep scratching/picking at it, re-open cuts by scratching them. I tear & bite my nails & cuticles until they are inflamed, hurting, & bleeding bad. I have scars on my legs. I am trying to stop.