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I went to a new doc today. He has adjusted most of my meds and put me on Cymbalta for the anxiety and depression. He asked me what worked and what didn't. I am very hopeful that he will be able to help me through this mind and body of mine. My diabetes is way out of control and he diagnosed me with having COPD and with fibromyalgia and I have osteoarthitis{degenerative joint disease}. and I dont have migraines, I have tension headaches. He said that if I dont stop smoking then I'll stop breathing. So, I guess I have to fight to live. Yes, I am going to fight and I will repair what I can and hope the meds will do their job. So, I have 4 packs of cigarettes and I hope I have the strength and courage to quit for good this time. Please keep me in your prayers and lets hope that I'll stay in this mind frame and that I have the willpower to accomplish this. My body is failing me and I hope my mind will be strong enough to do what I have to do. I am still taking my meds as prescribed.
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Hi. I hope Cymbalta will be helpful for you. I began it about two months ago. At first some of the side effects seemed extreme and I wanted to stop taking it. But they went away after about 10 days and then I could really feel the medication working for me. I hope you can get your Diabetes under control as well as your other physical health concerns. Did your doctor give you any advice or offer suggestions on stop-smoking techniques? I will keep you in my prayers. Love from Chloe XOXO
No, but I\'m gonna try to just stop. I do still have most of my meds for chantix left. and if they dont work for me then I\'ll ask him about something different. Thank you.
Sounds like your new doc is a good one - he asks you questions and listens to the answers, if I\'m reading your entry right. With all the stuff you have going on, I\'m not surprised you have tension headaches. At least those are more controllable than migraines. Blessings of patience (for yourself), love (for yourself), and strength (for your quit).
SOunds like they cracked the whip on you! I hope the cymbalta will be a good one for you. You can beat this smoking I will keep you in my prayers my friend, you are strong and couragous you can do it! We are all behind you 100%. Please keep us posted on your progress. I know how hard it is with the fibermyalgia, take it easy on yourself. Here for you always. Take care of you. Lots of love. Jill
Thank you Shevie and Jill. I appreciate your encouraging words. It means alot to me.
Glad you are ready to quit smoking, you can join me over in smoking addiction group. You know, you can go there now, and get support... It has been 24 days for me.. I get very little cravings now..I know you can do it.. We can be smokeless buddies, and help one another.. You have helped me so much, and I hope I can help you through this, when you encouragement.. Love you... Peace, Love and Chocolate
When I completely quit smoking then I\'ll be there so we can support each other. I did start taking Chantix so it will be easier for me to quit. Thanks for the supoort. I give myself 2 more days and I should be thru.
Jeanne you know that I am always proud when you do yourself good. I am so happy that ppl other than me are supportive of you too. Eventhough you may only know us from being on DS we still care. I am so happy that you are at least trying to quit smoking as well as other things that you have mentioned, Just know that every day that God gives you is another chance to change what needs changing and to live a better life. We are here for you. You can do this. Be blessed and know that with God all things are possible. Just ask him to help you.....Lots of love, Taura :)
Thank you so much, Taura.
Jeanne, I\'m hoping you will be successful with the quitting smoking. I think you will be! I\'m thinking of you!