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| From: Ccerr307832 (Original Message) | Sent: 3/31/2005 3:25 PM |
Hello, My name is Charlie, I'm 29 and have been suffering from R.S.D for just over 5 years but was just told I have it about 4 months ago. After years of runnin g to doctor after doctor test after test I finally decided that I should do some looking for myself about what I might have. After being tested for every thing from M.S to fibromyalgia and every thing enbetween.I came acrossed info on this thing called R.S.D as I read more about it I felt like I was reading a book on myself. So at my next Dr appointment i went in with info in hand and said to him I think this is what I have and what all you Dr's have been looking for. He sent me for a few more test and a never block for my leg and now here i'm. So now that i know what I have I have had 4 blocks 3 on one leg one on the other which help to a point (as I know you all know) but now my ins. company will no longer pay for them so know im looking at have a sympathectomy done on the lower back and legs (not looking foward to that) I also have R.S.D in both my arms and kneck and now no longer look foward to getting up anymore. My life seems to be all pain and drugs (by the doctor) I have gone from a job where I was outside all day with people climbing poles and working with wires to not being able to walk with out a cane and alot of sitting on this computer (not good for my hand which i have had over 6 surgurys on already) and watch alot of t.v. I feel like i'm a berding to my family as they can't understand the pain and how bad it can get (while sitting I look normal although im always in pain) which put a stress on things plus when the pain is at it's worst your moods change at the drop of a pin.. So know that im just about to lose my job (which will enclude my medical ins.) I have to start this new fight to live with this pain, stress, and the endless doctors All of a sudden I feel as fragale as my 1 year old son. In a world that just is just not as informed as it should be..... Thanks for the ear, Charlie |
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| | From: kathp59 | Sent: 4/2/2005 3:15 PM |
Hi, Charlie!!! You found a good site here. My name's Kath, am 45 and have been battling this horrible disease since 1989. I know and understand all you've been through and are feeling since reading your post, I felt I was reading about myself. It's a shame that we RSD patients have to educate the doctors. I started with RSD in just my arms and hands and since then it has spread to my whole body. I haven't been able to work since 1989 and every day, I struggle and battle the "work demon". My husband battles the battle every day now, too. Yeah, we do look normal and that really confuses people. They look at me and say, "Oh, you're not disabled...you're not in pain, etc" which really makes me mad. I was very lucky in '96 and '97 finding 2 people who saved my life...1 is my husband and the other I consider my sister and best friend. She's been battling this disease far longer than me. If it wasn't for them, I probably wouldn't be here today. I've had 4 nerve blocks in my neck which made matters worse, extensive surgery on both hands which did no good and only made them worse. As far as you having a sympathectomy, I would think twice about it as I know of many people and doctors who don't recommend it. One dr. wanted me to have it in my neck...luckily for me, my insurance co. decided at the time that I didn't need anymore treatment (work comp). From what I've been told by them, it can cripple a person much faster than RSD. Have you checked out www.rsdrx.com ? This dr. is one of the best in the US and, in my opinion, the leading expert on our life. Another great site is www.forgrace.org My mom sent me a newspaper article about it and RSD. What meds are you on? Have you tried the Lidoderm patches? I can't live without them. My husband is also disabled now and I know he has RSD (just from what him telling me how he feels) but so far, his drs won't make that diagnosis. Crappy, huh? Just know that you're not a burden to your family. A suggestion: Check out those 2 sites, especially www.rsdrx.com and have your family take a good look at them. I know it has helped a lot of people who don't know too much about living with pain every minute. Any time you want to talk, just let me know. We all know and understand what this has done to our lives. We all need a good ear and shoulder, so don't hesitate. Even get the family involved...I did and it has been a blessing and HUGE help in my life. Hope this helps. Kath |
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| | From: kathp59 | Sent: 4/2/2005 3:16 PM |
Hi, Charlie!!! You found a good site here. My name's Kath, am 45 and have been battling this horrible disease since 1989. I know and understand all you've been through and are feeling since reading your post, I felt I was reading about myself. It's a shame that we RSD patients have to educate the doctors. I started with RSD in just my arms and hands and since then it has spread to my whole body. I haven't been able to work since 1989 and every day, I struggle and battle the "work demon". My husband battles the battle every day now, too. Yeah, we do look normal and that really confuses people. They look at me and say, "Oh, you're not disabled...you're not in pain, etc" which really makes me mad. I was very lucky in '96 and '97 finding 2 people who saved my life...1 is my husband and the other I consider my sister and best friend. She's been battling this disease far longer than me. If it wasn't for them, I probably wouldn't be here today. I've had 4 nerve blocks in my neck which made matters worse, extensive surgery on both hands which did no good and only made them worse. As far as you having a sympathectomy, I would think twice about it as I know of many people and doctors who don't recommend it. One dr. wanted me to have it in my neck...luckily for me, my insurance co. decided at the time that I didn't need anymore treatment (work comp). From what I've been told by them, it can cripple a person much faster than RSD. Have you checked out www.rsdrx.com ? This dr. is one of the best in the US and, in my opinion, the leading expert on our life. Another great site is www.forgrace.org My mom sent me a newspaper article about it and RSD. What meds are you on? Have you tried the Lidoderm patches? I can't live without them. My husband is also disabled now and I know he has RSD (just from what him telling me how he feels) but so far, his drs won't make that diagnosis. Crappy, huh? Just know that you're not a burden to your family. A suggestion: Check out those 2 sites, especially www.rsdrx.com and have your family take a good look at them. I know it has helped a lot of people who don't know too much about living with pain every minute. Any time you want to talk, just let me know. We all know and understand what this has done to our lives. We all need a good ear and shoulder, so don't hesitate. Even get the family involved...I did and it has been a blessing and HUGE help in my life. Hope this helps. Kath |
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| | From: kathp59 | Sent: 4/2/2005 3:16 PM |
Hi, Charlie!!! You found a good site here. My name's Kath, am 45 and have been battling this horrible disease since 1989. I know and understand all you've been through and are feeling since reading your post, I felt I was reading about myself. It's a shame that we RSD patients have to educate the doctors. I started with RSD in just my arms and hands and since then it has spread to my whole body. I haven't been able to work since 1989 and every day, I struggle and battle the "work demon". My husband battles the battle every day now, too. Yeah, we do look normal and that really confuses people. They look at me and say, "Oh, you're not disabled...you're not in pain, etc" which really makes me mad. I was very lucky in '96 and '97 finding 2 people who saved my life...1 is my husband and the other I consider my sister and best friend. She's been battling this disease far longer than me. If it wasn't for them, I probably wouldn't be here today. I've had 4 nerve blocks in my neck which made matters worse, extensive surgery on both hands which did no good and only made them worse. As far as you having a sympathectomy, I would think twice about it as I know of many people and doctors who don't recommend it. One dr. wanted me to have it in my neck...luckily for me, my insurance co. decided at the time that I didn't need anymore treatment (work comp). From what I've been told by them, it can cripple a person much faster than RSD. Have you checked out www.rsdrx.com ? This dr. is one of the best in the US and, in my opinion, the leading expert on our life. Another great site is www.forgrace.org My mom sent me a newspaper article about it and RSD. What meds are you on? Have you tried the Lidoderm patches? I can't live without them. My husband is also disabled now and I know he has RSD (just from what him telling me how he feels) but so far, his drs won't make that diagnosis. Crappy, huh? Just know that you're not a burden to your family. A suggestion: Check out those 2 sites, especially www.rsdrx.com and have your family take a good look at them. I know it has helped a lot of people who don't know too much about living with pain every minute. Any time you want to talk, just let me know. We all know and understand what this has done to our lives. We all need a good ear and shoulder, so don't hesitate. Even get the family involved...I did and it has been a blessing and HUGE help in my life. Hope this helps. Kath |
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(((((((( KATHY)))))))))))))) Welcome,,,,, Nice too meet you!!!!!!!!!!!RSD,,, is a horrid unwelcome guest we sure do not need too have around.. So,,, we keep finding ways too get around the nuinsance put in our lives... IF you need too talk anytime,, I am online,,,, as much as is possible,,,,,,,, [email protected],,,,, feel free too give a holler.... There are new methods that are coming out that is having way way far well results that is being launched out in the next couple of weeks also,,,, WITH RSD,,,, n Fibro,,, both getting a 85% rate cut in pain levels alone... That is awesome results... Just with natural supplements.. To get that rate,,, the test is done with a ,,,, LIKE,,,,,,,,, a home pregancy test.. The lab that does the results ,, is a world wide known lab,,, that also works research for the FDA,,,,, awesome huh!!!!!!!!!Drs. offices are useing this in michagin,,, florida n new york ,,,,
thru their clinics and are endorsing this completely... So next week they are going too launch the program,,, n website,, n have a person online too answer questions n post on boards,,, results n website, n testimonials.. Give me a shout... talks soon I hope annie
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Hello Charlie,,,, nice meeting you ,,,, Hope you are having pain free days,,, feel free too look around,,, n nice having you ,,, Tho so sorry we have too suffer thru all of this soo horrif unwelcome guests.... Have hope you are not alone,,, Nonee should have too suffer alone neither with this... But,,, I mentioned too Kathy in that post,,,, there is hope coming for more relief... I am soo tired of drs. offices ,,, n the edge not being taken away... I also am going in for having thepump being put in... SO,,, That is a terrimendous help also... The trial really helped.. Get hold of me,,, anything I can do ,,, just chat,,, let me no,,, [email protected] anytime,,, I am online I will answer... annie
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