Guest guest Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Hello Sonja, and everyone else too! I hope you do make that call to a naturopath, or acupuncturist, or whomever you choose. I had it on my list of things to do for a long time before I actually went for it, and I am glad that I did. the way that I always looked at it was that even if I had no noticeable relief from the symptoms of my fibroids, at the very least I would be boosting the overall health of my body, and therefore if surgery became the option I chose, I would be in better health and shape than if I hadn't done the acupuncture. I see it as a win-win situation. Actually, what doesn't win is my pocketbook -- acupuncture is not cheap, and getting it weekly has forced other adjustments to my life. I am a teacher, and single, so added expenses don't get absorbed by anyone else. Fortunately at about the same time as I started the acupuncture, a tutoring gig came my way. Now the two things, the tutoring and the acupuncture, offset each other. If I didn't have this extra " job " , the cost of the acupuncture would be prohibitive. As far as meat is concerned, my acupuncturist forbid me nothing, just said that I should avoid certain foods and eat more of others. Meat is okay, but beef and lamb were more problematic than pork. Believe it or not, chicken was on the okay list, while turkey was one that I shouldn't have too much of (it's a hot food). Just because this is what I was told would help with my problems doesn't mean this is what every women with fibroids would hear. The other thing to bear in mind (as my acupuncturist continues to remind me) is that acupuncture doesn't just deal with the body, but all parts of our lives. It wasn't just a change in diet, or just a weekly acupuncture session, or just a whatever else that I need to do... I also need to deal with undealt-with issues in my life, which involve my family and my job and my relationships. My decision to finally start on that road, I feel, has contributed to this recent glimmer of good news. I also feel that if I don't continue on that road, I won't continue to get good news. I have to be committed to my health. All of my health, in every part of my life. I may not be able to shrink these things into oblivion with what I am currently doing-- there is no evidence to suggest that will be possible, and I'm not delusional -- but if i continue, like the rest of us, to do my research, do my homework, ask the tough questions, and make good choices, then hopefully I will be doing the best thing I can be for myself. I desperately want to avoid surgery, but I won't do so at the expense of my health. And if I do end up on that table, I want to know that that is the best choice for me to make given my situation, just as it has been the best choice for so many women in this group. You all are such an inspiration to me. I hope I can continue to post good news, but if that doesn't happen, i know exactly where to look for how to deal with whatever might happen with me. Everyone here just kicks ass!! (pardon my french, but a substitute word simply will not do) -erika Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Hello Sonja, and everyone else too! I hope you do make that call to a naturopath, or acupuncturist, or whomever you choose. I had it on my list of things to do for a long time before I actually went for it, and I am glad that I did. the way that I always looked at it was that even if I had no noticeable relief from the symptoms of my fibroids, at the very least I would be boosting the overall health of my body, and therefore if surgery became the option I chose, I would be in better health and shape than if I hadn't done the acupuncture. I see it as a win-win situation. Actually, what doesn't win is my pocketbook -- acupuncture is not cheap, and getting it weekly has forced other adjustments to my life. I am a teacher, and single, so added expenses don't get absorbed by anyone else. Fortunately at about the same time as I started the acupuncture, a tutoring gig came my way. Now the two things, the tutoring and the acupuncture, offset each other. If I didn't have this extra " job " , the cost of the acupuncture would be prohibitive. As far as meat is concerned, my acupuncturist forbid me nothing, just said that I should avoid certain foods and eat more of others. Meat is okay, but beef and lamb were more problematic than pork. Believe it or not, chicken was on the okay list, while turkey was one that I shouldn't have too much of (it's a hot food). Just because this is what I was told would help with my problems doesn't mean this is what every women with fibroids would hear. The other thing to bear in mind (as my acupuncturist continues to remind me) is that acupuncture doesn't just deal with the body, but all parts of our lives. It wasn't just a change in diet, or just a weekly acupuncture session, or just a whatever else that I need to do... I also need to deal with undealt-with issues in my life, which involve my family and my job and my relationships. My decision to finally start on that road, I feel, has contributed to this recent glimmer of good news. I also feel that if I don't continue on that road, I won't continue to get good news. I have to be committed to my health. All of my health, in every part of my life. I may not be able to shrink these things into oblivion with what I am currently doing-- there is no evidence to suggest that will be possible, and I'm not delusional -- but if i continue, like the rest of us, to do my research, do my homework, ask the tough questions, and make good choices, then hopefully I will be doing the best thing I can be for myself. I desperately want to avoid surgery, but I won't do so at the expense of my health. And if I do end up on that table, I want to know that that is the best choice for me to make given my situation, just as it has been the best choice for so many women in this group. You all are such an inspiration to me. I hope I can continue to post good news, but if that doesn't happen, i know exactly where to look for how to deal with whatever might happen with me. Everyone here just kicks ass!! (pardon my french, but a substitute word simply will not do) -erika Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 6, 2004 Report Share Posted February 6, 2004 Hello Sonja, and everyone else too! I hope you do make that call to a naturopath, or acupuncturist, or whomever you choose. I had it on my list of things to do for a long time before I actually went for it, and I am glad that I did. the way that I always looked at it was that even if I had no noticeable relief from the symptoms of my fibroids, at the very least I would be boosting the overall health of my body, and therefore if surgery became the option I chose, I would be in better health and shape than if I hadn't done the acupuncture. I see it as a win-win situation. Actually, what doesn't win is my pocketbook -- acupuncture is not cheap, and getting it weekly has forced other adjustments to my life. I am a teacher, and single, so added expenses don't get absorbed by anyone else. Fortunately at about the same time as I started the acupuncture, a tutoring gig came my way. Now the two things, the tutoring and the acupuncture, offset each other. If I didn't have this extra " job " , the cost of the acupuncture would be prohibitive. As far as meat is concerned, my acupuncturist forbid me nothing, just said that I should avoid certain foods and eat more of others. Meat is okay, but beef and lamb were more problematic than pork. Believe it or not, chicken was on the okay list, while turkey was one that I shouldn't have too much of (it's a hot food). Just because this is what I was told would help with my problems doesn't mean this is what every women with fibroids would hear. The other thing to bear in mind (as my acupuncturist continues to remind me) is that acupuncture doesn't just deal with the body, but all parts of our lives. It wasn't just a change in diet, or just a weekly acupuncture session, or just a whatever else that I need to do... I also need to deal with undealt-with issues in my life, which involve my family and my job and my relationships. My decision to finally start on that road, I feel, has contributed to this recent glimmer of good news. I also feel that if I don't continue on that road, I won't continue to get good news. I have to be committed to my health. All of my health, in every part of my life. I may not be able to shrink these things into oblivion with what I am currently doing-- there is no evidence to suggest that will be possible, and I'm not delusional -- but if i continue, like the rest of us, to do my research, do my homework, ask the tough questions, and make good choices, then hopefully I will be doing the best thing I can be for myself. I desperately want to avoid surgery, but I won't do so at the expense of my health. And if I do end up on that table, I want to know that that is the best choice for me to make given my situation, just as it has been the best choice for so many women in this group. You all are such an inspiration to me. I hope I can continue to post good news, but if that doesn't happen, i know exactly where to look for how to deal with whatever might happen with me. Everyone here just kicks ass!! (pardon my french, but a substitute word simply will not do) -erika Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 10, 2004 Report Share Posted April 10, 2004 Thanks, . I would go off the pill and use other birth control methods if this would stop the breakthrough bleeding. I'll look into the books and look for a naturopathic doc in my area (Atlanta). I've been considering doing that anyway. " B. Straus " sbstraus@...> wrote:Dear , If I were you in your shoes, I would consult a qualified Naturopathic Doc.. Dr. Kaplan is mine, at , and I highly recommend her. She prescribed progesterone cream, Vitex, and natural iron, and cured me of anemia, so that I was finally a candidate for surgery. I was too anemic before. She is part of a womens' clinic in Portland Oregon, called 'A Woman's Time', ... fertility, pre-menopause, menopause, and post-menopause. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2005 Report Share Posted January 31, 2005 because I gave them enough rope to hang themselves, and then happily took the "noose" off their necks when they came back to me still needing their Mom. That's a good way of putting that!! The extra room will be a craft room. I am going to have a futon in it so it can be a guest room if needed (or if Tom is snoring so loud I can hear him in the next room!) Love, N.__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2005 Report Share Posted January 31, 2005 because I gave them enough rope to hang themselves, and then happily took the "noose" off their necks when they came back to me still needing their Mom. That's a good way of putting that!! The extra room will be a craft room. I am going to have a futon in it so it can be a guest room if needed (or if Tom is snoring so loud I can hear him in the next room!) Love, N.__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 31, 2005 Report Share Posted January 31, 2005 Cute post Faye and ! I know just what you're talking about. My son is 24 and daughter is 20. It's funny the 20 year old is a little more mature than the 24 year old! I think he still thinks I am pretty dumb some times. I always seem to be quite smart when he needs a little financial assistance! and I get treated like a peach! Otherwise, it is not always so nice. I have always helped him and stood by him and help care for his son all of the time, but it is not always appreciated like it should be. Take care both of you and hugs from me to both of you. ConnieFAYE PAPPLE-MURRAY wrote: Hi - It's just like Monty Python sang....always look on the bright side of life....! even when you want to strangle them yourself....! A craft room and guest room, that will serve you very well - I'm happy to hear that you already have some great plans in place for the room. February is a short month, only by a few days - but what an eye opener, rent is again due in 29 days, well, one day and 29 days too....shame you're not helping out with the bills, haha. See there's that rope and the bright side of life...! Two rents due in the number of days less than the average month - yikes! Gee, - think I could get a little rental loan??? ha ha haha ha. Just remember, that I'm here to yell at/to if you start to lose faith/strength/grip on your wallet. I've been there, and it's really hard to let them go - but in the end they come back stronger and smarter - and the funny thing is, they begin to realize that Mom isn't so dumb afterall....go figure. Talk to you soon, keep your faith, and your crafting tools handy! Faye Nation wrote: because I gave them enough rope to hang themselves, and then happily took the "noose" off their necks when they came back to me still needing their Mom. That's a good way of putting that!! The extra room will be a craft room. I am going to have a futon in it so it can be a guest room if needed (or if Tom is snoring so loud I can hear him in the next room!) Love, N. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 1, 2005 Report Share Posted February 1, 2005 Hi , Thanks....so what kinds of crafts do you like to do? I love "thinking" about doing crafts, and buying stuff to do crafts - and looking at the bags of stuff.....but always end up doing a project instead....like painting and wallpapering a room, and of course the redecorating that goes along with it - with all the "found treasures, and thrift shop finds" that are perfect for the room. Drives Andy crazy, but we have a lovely new back entrance now - total cost $47.00 including carpet, wallpaper and paint and 'trimmings' - I held the wall paper in the bath tub, and painted about 20% of the room - Andy did everything else....I guess I'm not as onmi-ficient as I once was...! Now, I have plans for the kitchen...and he's dreading that thought, and hiding supplies too! Maybe he doesn't want to be my "helper" anymore? My Dad used to say when I was a young teen ager - Your think is bigger than your know...maybe that is now my decorating ability- Hope your day is a cheery fun day with Sophie and Socks and the ferret and the rest of your family. Best to you and yours as always, Faye Nation wrote: Thanks, Faye, I will remember that. It helps to talk to someone that's been there. JoAnn that's on this list has been a big help for that reason. It's easier to talk to someone that has gone the same path. Love, N. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 1, 2005 Report Share Posted February 1, 2005 Hi , Thanks....so what kinds of crafts do you like to do? Faye, I like to do scrapbooking, and I'm making some Valentine cards. Last night I took our assoc. pastor out for her birthday and we went to Hobby Lobby because they had a scrapbooking sale going on. Oh boy, did we have fun there! I'm not going to tell you how long we ended up being there! They have lower shelves with space to sit down, so I'd sit part of the time and look across to see what was on the shelves, or I would kneel down. Part of the time we were looking at fabric. I found fabric for curtains for the craft room and for the shower curtain. They had real cute material with thongs that are bright and colorful and will go great with the wall color. Didn't go ahead and buy it--going to wait for it to be on sale. They have sales fairly often. Love, N.__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 27, 2005 Report Share Posted February 27, 2005 > Wow Dawn that had to be scary. > > I don't think people don't respond because they don't care; it's more because they don't have an answer. > > I swear someone could drop a bomb by my daughter's head and she'd sleep through it. > > I have spasms that wake me up all the time. There's also times when I'm awake and it's like a lightning bolt goes through me. > > > > > In a message dated 2/26/2005 10:17:29 PM Eastern Standard Time, dawny402002000@y... writes: > , > First I just want to say thanks for replying back to me, I sometimes feel like did because I do not seem to get many replies back from anyone anymore, but that is fine with me, because I am pretty certain I know why! I have very few friends on here anymore and those that I do have I respect with all my heart and sole! > > Anyhow thanks for writing back and it sounds like your daughter and I are exactly the same in our sleeping habits. The last three days, I have slept quite normally which is odd for me and then last night was up all night and slept to 5pm today. I am even sleeping through the phone which is something I have never done before considering it is right next to my bed! I am going back to my medical journal and going to give it to my doctor and maybe he can figure out what is going on! I just went to my Mom's tonight to give her some things and when I got home my body went into complete muscle spasms! I have never had that happen before and it really scared me. Called my Mom to tell her what was happening and could barely hold on to the phone which really scared me. My head was bobbing all over the place and could not get it to stop. Finally after about five minutes it started to slow down and thank goodness it finally stopped. I am going to call my Neurologist on Monday and let him know > what is happening now. This was the first time. Sometimes I get them in my legs and they will wake me up from a sound sleep, but never had it full body before, it was extremely scary and kept thinking about Parkinson's Disease! That is what it looked like for those five minutes! Well enough of my novel and thanks for writing me back! LOL and Best Wishes!!! > > Dawn > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2005 Report Share Posted October 7, 2005 Morning , Been thinking about you and wondering how things are going w/your daughter and home? Hopefully all is still well with you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. DebbieL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 12, 2005 Report Share Posted December 12, 2005 Dear It is so wonderful to hear that things are still going well with your daughter. How is the relationship between your son and your daughter now that your daughter is behaving in a more civil fashion? Are they abel to also relate on a more positive note? Krisitn continues to be working her butt off (50hrs per wk waitressing and has decided to put any extra time into real estate after the holidays). Have a wonderful Chrisitmas. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 13, 2005 Report Share Posted December 13, 2005 It's nice to be in a good place isn't it? I thought I would never be here. she was actually calming me and concerned for me last nite when I could not find our last set of car keys for my car! What a change. She put me to bed and found a solution. She and my son have fun together, actually he is the pain in the ..... right now as he is turning 14. Nothing serious, just your typical wise mouth. She doesn't quite know what to do with him. Actually we all have fun with each other - for the most part. I am glad to hear your daughter is working hard, she is lucky to have you to help with the kids. She does have it in her, at least that is something to hold on to. Sounds like there is hope for you having a good Christmas. I hope you do! cascorsam@... wrote: Dear It is so wonderful to hear that things are still going well with your daughter. How is the relationship between your son and your daughter now that your daughter is behaving in a more civil fashion? Are they abel to also relate on a more positive note? Krisitn continues to be working her butt off (50hrs per wk waitressing and has decided to put any extra time into real estate after the holidays). Have a wonderful Chrisitmas. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 14, 2005 Report Share Posted December 14, 2005 Yes, it will be another holiday (like Thanksgiving) where I go between two houses, since my son will not talk to her and she will not come here if he isn't talking to her. He does not forgive her getting the restraining order against me and keeping the boys away from us for 3 months. He says she is just using me while hubby is in jail. And she may very well be, but it is benefiting me and I am having my imput with the boys for a while longer. Also, my lawyer has told me to document everything and if she ever gives me crap again where the boys are concerned, these few months of my being secondary parent will go very strongly in my favor. Hopefully it won't come to that, but I will NEVER take losing those boys lying down, as you have probably guessed by now!!!!!! Hopefully, she will come to her senses when he gets out of the can in January and doesn't get a job. She will be more pregnant, more tired and more fearful of losing the house, so perhaps, her common sense will win out and she will " kick him to the curb " (her words) as she has said she will if he doesn't get a job and stop using drugs. ONLY TIME WILL TELL. Have a great Christmas. It sounds like you have a happy family again. Enjoy, as I am sure you are. Jean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 7, 2006 Report Share Posted February 7, 2006 Hey Gabi!!! Thanks for the note. You've really been on my mind this week. How are you?? How is the IVF going? I hope it's a very positive experience for you... please keep us all posted. I can't believe I'm already halfway there. I'm starting to get nervous about having everything in order. (is it all ever in order, really?!?) I also have no clue if I can attempt a VBAC yet or not. It depends on the incision that was made on my uterus with my c-section for . But, so far everything looks good. Thanks again for the note! Hugs, To hi tracy it's great to hear such good news from you i'm so glad everything's going well and you're already 20 weeks !!! and a girl !!!! it's so exciting !!! keep going !!! you only have half more way to go !! take care gabi Share bookmarks: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MullerianAnomalies/links/ Share files: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MullerianAnomalies/files/ The Congenital Uterine Anomalies Home Page: http://www.wegrokit.com/uterineanomalies/ es/ The Congenital Uterine Anomalies Home Page: http://www.wegrokit.com/uterineanomalies/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 12, 2006 Report Share Posted June 12, 2006 In a message dated 6/10/2006 9:41:49 AM Eastern Standard Time, connect4love@... writes: The pain is more than I can bear. I love her soooo much and I don't know if she is safe and I fear for her....................Help me.............. , hang in there please. She will be fine and she will come around. There will come a point where she realizes that she does miss you. Or once she realizes that she cannot manipulate the people she is with. I had a thought the other day, you said she has a cell phone? What service is it? Go to the website and register an account with her phone number. Register as is it were her, her phone number and an easy ID and password for you to remember. This way you can monitor and get the phone numbers she is calling and receiving. This might be a way for you to find out where she is. But don't go yourself, call the police and let them get her. I had this problem too with my daughter, and I would absolutely not be responsible for her not going to school. They threatened me once, and only once, to press charges against me for her not attending. It was out of my hands. Good luck to you, DebbieL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 25, 2008 Report Share Posted April 25, 2008 , I hope your g/f gets over the bad shot quickly. Just take care of her best you can while she heals. Hugs, Annie maria howell tomgirl@...> wrote: My gf is on lyrica and having pain in her knees and ankles and all, were hoping its not the lyrica making her pain worse.. She alos has slipped disc so her nerves are messed up. And they hit a nerve doing her second epidural yesterday, so shes been in worse pain.. dunno what to do and I worry.. maria Re: Hi, I'm new. I have FM and it's driving me nuts! --------------------------------- Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 27, 2008 Report Share Posted April 27, 2008 I only take hydrocodone 2 or 3 times a day. Most of the time 2 times a day. hugs, Debra V. ________________________________________________________________________________\ ____ Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. http://mobile.yahoo.com/;_ylt=Ahu06i62sR8HDtDypao8Wcj9tAcJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 11, 2008 Report Share Posted May 11, 2008 You know, I have talked to many people who have had back surgery and they all say they wish they hadn't. It's a tricky thing... Re: To I went to -the- back specialist, Dr Carl Swan. It cost me $400.00 for a 15 minute consultation. He's very realistic and does not lean towards surgery to correct the problem, in his words, " I can take you out in the waiting room right now and show you several of my patients that have had 1 or more back surgeries and are no better off today " . His advice, live with it as best you can. My herniation is directly on the spinal cord, corrective surgery is too risky and the risk of paralysis is too high for me to go through with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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