1. Community
  2. Bones, joints and muscles
  3. Costochondritis and Tietze's Syndrome

Decisions, decisions decisions. Fibre taking over.

Posted , 3 users are following.

col_mac
col_mac

Right here goes... I've been diagnosed with fibromyalgia it all started a few months back... I had a accident (fall) 3 years ago, i suffered with three herniated discs. Multiple tests, hospital apps, mobility issues, morphine, spinal injections. I'm 38 and my pain dr says I'm too young for a disc replacement operation? I was off work until last year and I got a PT job. This is really hard for me as each shift is a struggle and when I get home I'm ready to callapse. I had my 6 months probation extended by 2months after I missed out some paper work for a patient. (Fibro-fog) I always double check things too, I don't understand what's going on? Anyway Ive now been signed off work with a bad chest that feels like I carnt get much air in, plus the pain is terrible. My bloods are fine and I'm waiting for X-ray results. I'm now at a point where I'm thinking that my health is getting worse. I really would love nothing more than to feel pain free for just a little while. I want nothing more than to work, but my head says yes but my body says NO... I have all these questions going round in my head? I have always worked up until my accident and it's driving me mad as I get frustrated that I carnt do the things I once did. I have 3 children 11...16...20 who are very supportive aswell as my amazing fiancé. please can someone give me some advice about what I should do about my job? my family worry about me going out to work... thanks in advance. wink

0 likes, 6 replies

6 Replies

  • grace28398
    grace28398 col_mac

    Posted

    Can you go on disability for a while? Have you tried accupuncture?? So so rry you are going through all of this. I t really stinks. Its wonderful you have such a supportive family though! Thank God for them. Have you seen a rheumatologist?
    • col_mac
      col_mac grace28398

      Posted

      Thank you grace... yes I'm in the process of sorting finances and I may be entitled? I have now handed in my resignation last week. Such a big thing but I done it. I'm trying to remain positive but my body feels like I'm bruised all over and the pain is terribly especially at night. I do have a pain specialist at the hospital. Acupuncture is not something I've tried. smile

    • grace28398
      grace28398 col_mac

      Posted

      Good for you. Im sure it wasnt easy. I have heard people with Costro have gotten g in there. It gets better. smilegreat relief from accupuncture, so Im going to give it a try. Yes, inflammation feeds off sugar..so reducing it helps the Costro as well. Im glad you have a pain specialist. Theres also a site for special exercises you can do for this and it helps as well. Good luck! and han
    • col_mac
      col_mac grace28398

      Posted

      Thanks so much for your great information. I will do some more research as you can never have enough. Best wishes. wink
  • grace28398
    grace28398 col_mac

    Posted

    Also, eating no sugar or very low sugar is very helpful when you have inflammation.
    • col_mac
      col_mac grace28398

      Posted

      Oh really? I will definitely try and cut down on the little I have... thank you grace.
Back to top

Report or request deletion

Thanks for your help!

We want the community to be a useful resource for our users but it is important to remember that the community are not moderated or reviewed by doctors and so you should not rely on opinions or advice given by other users in respect of any healthcare matters. Always speak to your doctor before acting and in cases of emergency seek appropriate medical assistance immediately. Use of the community is subject to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and steps will be taken to remove posts identified as being in breach of those terms.