I'm now going to PT for the TOS (thoracic outlet syndrome) problems, which I understand is suppose to alleviate the ear pain. Have an appointment with the pain clinic also, so I intend to keep that,...
I'm 47 y/o with chronic & constant (L) ear pain, a frequent sore throat & occasional laryngitis, often pain ranges from 5/10 to 8/10. PHP has given me ABx's x's 3 due to sore throat (not...
Hi mynika, an update about the ear pain. Saw a wonderful neurologist this past Thursday. He did a thorough neurological exam, finding what he believes to be Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). Most of...
Hello Alicia, An update for you. Saw a wonderful neurologist this past Thursday. He did a very thorough neurological exam-said he believes it to be Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS). He sat down in his...
Hello mine, Thanks again for your response & the happy halloween wishes. Lots of fun watching the kids have a fun time in their cute costumes. I gave them lots of candy. I'm a big kid myself at...
Hello mine, thanks so much for responding to me!! For sure, I can relate to your pain & frustrations, particularly since you have had this pain for 3 yrs! I feel sorry for you too! One nurse who...
Hi Alicia, Thanks for your response; that would be great if an OTC drug would take care of my pain-I'll try that shortly. Plan to see a neurologist this week, hoping he can find the problem &/or...
Hi fab4fan[/i] ! Got the message loud & clear, yep, I know you are right about pain meds, I just need to take up for myself this time. I'm to see a neurologist soon; I plan to ask him about the...
Thanks so much for your response, also for info on Pamalor. I'll be sure to ask the neurologist when I see him about it. Have a daughter that has fibromyalgia that also might find some relief with the...
Thanks so much for your response, a great idea; I plan to follow your suggestion. You nurses are all so wonderful & helpful. Good luck & may God continue to help you!!!
You nurses are all T-riffic!! I appreciate all the great suggestions I am being given-thanks P_RN for the Mouthwash idea-will try that. I've talked with a pain clinic-can't get in till Dec, but I'm...
I like your attitude & umph! You're right! I would not like my patients to suffer this way; it's time I stand up for myself as well! Thanks; I'll go forward with determination, thanks to Sjoe!...
Thanks Sjoe! You're right! So, I've talked to a pain clinic-can't get me in until latter Dec. In the meantime, I will try to see a neurologist. It helps to have other nurses' opinions, so thanks a...
Thanks Deb RN for your response. I have talked to a pain clinic. It's such a slow process-will be the end of December before they can get me in---so, maybe I'll just give in & go to the ER some...
Since I am new at this, I hope I am getting your reply in the right place. Anyway, I'm so very sorry about your chronic pain!! Wish I could help you. I guess a lot of people like me take so much for...