Guest guest Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 Kate I will continue to keep you in my prayers that the block or injection gives you some relief. Hugs nne Well, I saw the pain management doc, who feels I could 'stand' lol,to benefit from a spinal block, or steroid injection into the lumbarspine to help with this severe pain I'm having from what he said is rather significant degenerative arthritis. They can do it nextWed. at 11:30. I'm a bit anxious about it, but feel as if it couldreally do me some good. n, have you ever had this proceduredone, and if so, could you give me a bit of advice or feedback about it? Thanks!I took a nap today, which I seldom do. I was speaking to our dearSharon on the phone, and felt so relaxed, I almost nodded off. Sharon,you have such a beautiful voice, and it is so soothing--really. I had the best nap afterwards! My TN is raging again, and my neurontin is up to 2100 mgs. I had thought I was only taking 1200--got a bit dyslexic rofl! TN really canbe so consuming. I just want to go back to sleep to escape it. I am being a lazy mom today, and ordering Dominos. At least I'll make ahealthy salad to go with. Hope everyone is well today. I love you eachand all, and am blessed, fortunate and amazed to be getting to grow closer to you all each day. love, KateWe can only be said to be alive in those momentswhen our hearts are conscious of our treasures.~Thornton Wilder -- Breast Cancer Patients Soul Mates for Life http://www.geocities.com/chucky5741/breastcancerpatients.htmlAnxiety Depression and Breast Cancer http://health.group.yahoo.com/group/AnxietyDepressionandBreastCancerAngel Feather Loomerwww.angelfeatherloomer.blogspot.comCheck out my other ornaments at www.geocities.com/chucky5741/bcornament.htmlThe Cancer Clubwww.cancerclub.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 Kate~ Well, if nothing else, you do sound a lot better today. LOL Hey everybody, let's give Sharon a call! Sounds like she has just the right medicine. <tee hee> Kate, I'm glad you were able to get some much needed rest. And maybe your doctor can help you with that arthritis. I know you're looking forward to being out of that kind of pain. How is the eye doing now. Still have the ON? Love and blessings... ValKate Rothschild wrote: Well, I saw the pain management doc, who feels I could 'stand' lol,to benefit from a spinal block, or steroid injection into the lumbarspine to help with this severe pain I'm having from what he saidis rather significant degenerative arthritis. They can do it nextWed. at 11:30. I'm a bit anxious about it, but feel as if it couldreally do me some good. n, have you ever had this proceduredone, and if so, could you give me a bit of advice or feedback aboutit? Thanks!I took a nap today, which I seldom do. I was speaking to our dearSharon on the phone, and felt so relaxed, I almost nodded off. Sharon,you have such a beautiful voice, and it is so soothing--really. I had thebest nap afterwards! My TN is raging again, and my neurontin is up to 2100 mgs. I had thought I was only taking 1200--got a bit dyslexic rofl! TN really canbe so consuming. I just want to go back to sleep to escape it. I am being a lazy mom today, and ordering Dominos. At least I'll make ahealthy salad to go with. Hope everyone is well today. I love you eachand all, and am blessed, fortunate and amazed to be getting to growcloser to you all each day. love, KateWe can only be said to be alive in those momentswhen our hearts are conscious of our treasures.~Thornton WilderEuphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne. ~Quentin Crisp~ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 Kate, My husband had that done and so did I. It helped him but did the reverse for me. I was in more pain but the doc said I was unusual and it was probably caused from being very thin. I was in a size 0 at that time. It worked wonders for my husband though. He was hesitant but glad he did it. The pain is not even close to what it was for him. i hope that it helps your pain go away soon. My husband said that his pain went away before he came back to the recovery room. He was actually in no more pain but it has to be done again. People are different so the timeframe is different. 6 months/12 months/2 years depending on the person. Good luck hon. Hugs, :)Val Lee wrote: Kate~ Well, if nothing else, you do sound a lot better today. LOL Hey everybody, let's give Sharon a call! Sounds like she has just the right medicine. <tee hee> Kate, I'm glad you were able to get some much needed rest. And maybe your doctor can help you with that arthritis. I know you're looking forward to being out of that kind of pain. How is the eye doing now. Still have the ON? Love and blessings... ValKate Rothschild <katelloydkidzoptonline (DOT) net> wrote: Well, I saw the pain management doc, who feels I could 'stand' lol,to benefit from a spinal block, or steroid injection into the lumbarspine to help with this severe pain I'm having from what he saidis rather significant degenerative arthritis. They can do it nextWed. at 11:30. I'm a bit anxious about it, but feel as if it couldreally do me some good. n, have you ever had this proceduredone, and if so, could you give me a bit of advice or feedback aboutit? Thanks!I took a nap today, which I seldom do. I was speaking to our dearSharon on the phone, and felt so relaxed, I almost nodded off. Sharon,you have such a beautiful voice, and it is so soothing--really. I had thebest nap afterwards! My TN is raging again, and my neurontin is up to 2100 mgs. I had thought I was only taking 1200--got a bit dyslexic rofl! TN really canbe so consuming. I just want to go back to sleep to escape it. I am being a lazy mom today, and ordering Dominos. At least I'll make ahealthy salad to go with. Hope everyone is well today. I love you eachand all, and am blessed, fortunate and amazed to be getting to growcloser to you all each day. love, KateWe can only be said to be alive in those momentswhen our hearts are conscious of our treasures.~Thornton WilderEuphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne. ~Quentin Crisp~ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. Peace, Love and Hugs, D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 Hi . Thanks for writing back. Wish I had the thin 'problem'--ha, not a problem. I am the opposite, 5'2and a half, and...heavy. They are going to do the procedure right in his office. I think he is not doing the epidural type one, but rather, right into the skin of the spine. What I have is called facet joint, severe degenerative arthritis. He said some need 1, 2, or even 3 times over a few wks. to help. I hope I need just the one. Thank you Val, nne also for your responses. Val, the ON or vision problems seem to be resolving, so sure it is NOT ON. I am still bummed about my husband. I think he was drinking heavily and possibly smoked pot also before coming home. On our trip to Boston he was a scary driver; too aggressive and nearly killed us on a few occasions. Of course it isn't him--it is all the other 'idiots'--right! (sarcasm here). Any- way, I do still feel quite stuck. He will NOT leave. I will have to take the kids, but I am not working and have no place to go. so stuck I stay. We both own the house, and there is no mortgage on it. One thing at a time. I have to get out of pain first. love to all, Kate Re: Monday!! Kate, My husband had that done and so did I. It helped him but did the reverse for me. I was in more pain but the doc said I was unusual and it was probably caused from being very thin. I was in a size 0 at that time. It worked wonders for my husband though. He was hesitant but glad he did it. The pain is not even close to what it was for him. i hope that it helps your pain go away soon. My husband said that his pain went away before he came back to the recovery room. He was actually in no more pain but it has to be done again. People are different so the timeframe is different. 6 months/12 months/2 years depending on the person. Good luck hon. Hugs, :)Val Lee <a1manlady> wrote: Kate~ Well, if nothing else, you do sound a lot better today. LOL Hey everybody, let's give Sharon a call! Sounds like she has just the right medicine. <tee hee> Kate, I'm glad you were able to get some much needed rest. And maybe your doctor can help you with that arthritis. I know you're looking forward to being out of that kind of pain. How is the eye doing now. Still have the ON? Love and blessings... ValKate Rothschild <katelloydkidzoptonline (DOT) net> wrote: Well, I saw the pain management doc, who feels I could 'stand' lol,to benefit from a spinal block, or steroid injection into the lumbarspine to help with this severe pain I'm having from what he saidis rather significant degenerative arthritis. They can do it nextWed. at 11:30. I'm a bit anxious about it, but feel as if it couldreally do me some good. n, have you ever had this proceduredone, and if so, could you give me a bit of advice or feedback aboutit? Thanks!I took a nap today, which I seldom do. I was speaking to our dearSharon on the phone, and felt so relaxed, I almost nodded off. Sharon,you have such a beautiful voice, and it is so soothing--really. I had thebest nap afterwards! My TN is raging again, and my neurontin is up to 2100 mgs. I had thought I was only taking 1200--got a bit dyslexic rofl! TN really canbe so consuming. I just want to go back to sleep to escape it. I am being a lazy mom today, and ordering Dominos. At least I'll make ahealthy salad to go with. Hope everyone is well today. I love you eachand all, and am blessed, fortunate and amazed to be getting to growcloser to you all each day. love, KateWe can only be said to be alive in those momentswhen our hearts are conscious of our treasures.~Thornton WilderEuphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne. ~Quentin Crisp~ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. Peace, Love and Hugs, D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 Kate, That's exactly what I had and no I don't have that problem (thin) anymore. I gained weight bcs I am on medication to gain weight. Have always been very skinny my whole life. My identical twin sister is still at the most 95 lbs. I am not 130 lbs. and 5'1" So a considerable difference then what I was. I am sure you will do fine. My prayers are with you. Hugs, :)Kate Rothschild wrote: Hi . Thanks for writing back. Wish I had the thin 'problem'--ha, not a problem. I am the opposite, 5'2and a half, and...heavy. They are going to do the procedure right in his office. I think he is not doing the epidural type one, but rather, right into the skin of the spine. What I have is called facet joint, severe degenerative arthritis. He said some need 1, 2, or even 3 times over a few wks. to help. I hope I need just the one. Thank you Val, nne also for your responses. Val, the ON or vision problems seem to be resolving, so sure it is NOT ON. I am still bummed about my husband. I think he was drinking heavily and possibly smoked pot also before coming home. On our trip to Boston he was a scary driver; too aggressive and nearly killed us on a few occasions. Of course it isn't him--it is all the other 'idiots'--right! (sarcasm here). Any- way, I do still feel quite stuck. He will NOT leave. I will have to take the kids, but I am not working and have no place to go. so stuck I stay. We both own the house, and there is no mortgage on it. One thing at a time. I have to get out of pain first. love to all, Kate Re: Monday!! Kate, My husband had that done and so did I. It helped him but did the reverse for me. I was in more pain but the doc said I was unusual and it was probably caused from being very thin. I was in a size 0 at that time. It worked wonders for my husband though. He was hesitant but glad he did it. The pain is not even close to what it was for him. i hope that it helps your pain go away soon. My husband said that his pain went away before he came back to the recovery room. He was actually in no more pain but it has to be done again. People are different so the timeframe is different. 6 months/12 months/2 years depending on the person. Good luck hon. Hugs, :)Val Lee <a1manlady> wrote: Kate~ Well, if nothing else, you do sound a lot better today. LOL Hey everybody, let's give Sharon a call! Sounds like she has just the right medicine. <tee hee> Kate, I'm glad you were able to get some much needed rest. And maybe your doctor can help you with that arthritis. I know you're looking forward to being out of that kind of pain. How is the eye doing now. Still have the ON? Love and blessings... ValKate Rothschild <katelloydkidzoptonline (DOT) net> wrote: Well, I saw the pain management doc, who feels I could 'stand' lol,to benefit from a spinal block, or steroid injection into the lumbarspine to help with this severe pain I'm having from what he saidis rather significant degenerative arthritis. They can do it nextWed. at 11:30. I'm a bit anxious about it, but feel as if it couldreally do me some good. n, have you ever had this proceduredone, and if so, could you give me a bit of advice or feedback aboutit? Thanks!I took a nap today, which I seldom do. I was speaking to our dearSharon on the phone, and felt so relaxed, I almost nodded off. Sharon,you have such a beautiful voice, and it is so soothing--really. I had thebest nap afterwards! My TN is raging again, and my neurontin is up to 2100 mgs. I had thought I was only taking 1200--got a bit dyslexic rofl! TN really canbe so consuming. I just want to go back to sleep to escape it. I am being a lazy mom today, and ordering Dominos. At least I'll make ahealthy salad to go with. Hope everyone is well today. I love you eachand all, and am blessed, fortunate and amazed to be getting to growcloser to you all each day. love, KateWe can only be said to be alive in those momentswhen our hearts are conscious of our treasures.~Thornton WilderEuphemisms are unpleasant truths wearing diplomatic cologne. ~Quentin Crisp~ Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage. Peace, Love and Hugs, D. Peace, Love and Hugs, D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 Hi Kate! Dont worry.You will do fine and hopefully have way less pain after.My moms fiance has had both procedures and I asked him and he said it was pretty easy. And it took away alot of pain and a few times all the pain(but he did have to go back) My TN is flared too.Tonight at dinner it was so bad,I dropped my fork and threw my hand to my face and shrieked.It shot from my low jaw all the way the side and to my eye,it felt like lightening struck me.Both of my eyes were awful today.Im gonna call and make an appt. Tomorow with the specialist.Your not a lazy mom! You just cant be supermom all the time. At least your making salad,if it were me id say be happy with the pizza.lol.Or can you get me a plate? Lol.lol. How is everything? How are the kids? Give them hugz for me and tell all of them to give you 1 for me.;)Thats 5 hugs! You lucky lady!lol.luv ya. And im praying you feel better cassy Monday!! Well, I saw the pain management doc, who feels I could 'stand' lol, to benefit from a spinal block, or steroid injection into the lumbar spine to help with this severe pain I'm having from what he said is rather significant degenerative arthritis. They can do it next Wed. at 11:30. I'm a bit anxious about it, but feel as if it could really do me some good. n, have you ever had this procedure done, and if so, could you give me a bit of advice or feedback about it? Thanks! I took a nap today, which I seldom do. I was speaking to our dear Sharon on the phone, and felt so relaxed, I almost nodded off. Sharon, you have such a beautiful voice, and it is so soothing--really. I had the best nap afterwards! My TN is raging again, and my neurontin is up to 2100 mgs. I had thought I was only taking 1200--got a bit dyslexic rofl! TN really can be so consuming. I just want to go back to sleep to escape it. I am being a lazy mom today, and ordering Dominos. At least I'll make a healthy salad to go with. Hope everyone is well today. I love you each and all, and am blessed, fortunate and amazed to be getting to grow closer to you all each day. love, Kate We can only be said to be alive in those moments when our hearts are conscious of our treasures. ~Thornton Wilder #AOLMsgPart_2_e6ba5cd2-f695-4784-b54f-50f32cd5be33 #AOLMsgPart_2_e6ba5cd2-f695-4784-b54f-50f32cd5be33 #AOLMsgPart_2_e6ba5cd2-f695-4784-b54f-50f32cd5be33 ________________________________________________________________________ More new features than ever. Check out the new AOL Mail ! - http://webmail.aol.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2008 Report Share Posted January 7, 2008 I've never had the spinal block, but I've had steroid injections in my knee joint (not in my back though) for similar problems. What I can tell you from my experience is that it really, really helps, even if the effect does wear off after a month or two (I am told they could last three months if you're lucky, don't know if that is knee specific or general though). For me it was just marvellous to walk without pain for the first time in years - it was like "Oh, yeah, I remember now, this is how walking is supposed to feel!". To me that's worth it even if they do wear off. I was also warned/told beforehand that I should be resting the first 24h after and that I might experience some pain in the area during that time as a reaction to the injection. Rest I did. The pain? Bah! That was nothing. I have lived with pain in those knees for years, I think I can handle another 24h of what, compared to my experience, was only moderate anyway. Just my experiences - your's may vary.love and good luck/Reb>> Well, I saw the pain management doc, who feels I could 'stand' lol,> to benefit from a spinal block, or steroid injection into the lumbar> spine to help with this severe pain I'm having from what he said> is rather significant degenerative arthritis. They can do it next> Wed. at 11:30. I'm a bit anxious about it, but feel as if it could> really do me some good. n, have you ever had this procedure> done, and if so, could you give me a bit of advice or feedback about> it? Thanks!> I took a nap today, which I seldom do. I was speaking to our dear> Sharon on the phone, and felt so relaxed, I almost nodded off. Sharon,> you have such a beautiful voice, and it is so soothing--really. I had the> best nap afterwards! > My TN is raging again, and my neurontin is up to 2100 mgs. I had > thought I was only taking 1200--got a bit dyslexic rofl! TN really can> be so consuming. I just want to go back to sleep to escape it. I am > being a lazy mom today, and ordering Dominos. At least I'll make a> healthy salad to go with. > Hope everyone is well today. I love you each> and all, and am blessed, fortunate and amazed to be getting to grow> closer to you all each day. love, Kate> > > > > > > > We can only be said to be alive in those moments> when our hearts are conscious of our treasures.> ~Thornton Wilder> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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