Nerve pain in neck and arm +frozen shoulder
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Hi. I've never done anything like this before, but I feel lonely, frustrated and thoroughly p*ssed off!!!!
I have been off work since last September. when one morning I woke up and thought I was going to be paralysed as I was I the most severe pain in my neck, but actually couldn't move. I was given diazepam to relax the muscle spasms. Already on tramadol but also given cocodamol. Saw chiropractor for 6 weeks. Wasn't happy there though. Slowly regained more movement in my neck but the pain was getting worse and my shoulder and arm in excruciating pain. Can't lift arm up or behind my back. Putting certain items of clothing on causes sudden pain that makes me want to scream out and maybe faint sometimes. I hope I don't offend but going to the toilet is a feat. I feel like a fraud to others as you can't see this and it is the most painful thing ever. I have had 5 children and this is worse. I've seen a spine Physio today and being referred for MRI. She seems to think I have now developed frozen shoulder on top of neck problem too. I'm exhausted from it all. Bit nervous. I feel a fraction of the person I was 7 months ago. Thank you for listening to me wittering on about myself. I really look forward to hearing from you. Please!!!!!!! X
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terry74787 melanie_55366
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melanie_55366 terry74787
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How do you cope Terry? Do you take a lot of pain relief too?
terry74787 melanie_55366
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mymaude melanie_55366
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melanie_55366 mymaude
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I have to wait for this MRI now, as they think there's nerve damage in my neck, so need to see what. So that's taking priority over fs. I've been told to keep taking pain medication and wait, basically.
mymaude melanie_55366
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terry74787 melanie_55366
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Sheila_J melanie_55366
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I have stopped looking at these entries but this morning decided to look at your comment and I beleive God directed me to read it. I'm hoping your partner is open to reading this conversation so that he will understand that you are not exaggerating and the last thing you need right now is for him to treat you as such.
When I was at my worst I read these every night for the same reason you started; desperation for answers, needing to know I wasnt alone in this nightmare and passing the time since I couldnt lay down to get sleep because of the horrific pain.
My husband is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Doctor so if your partner is concerned about credibilty he can be assured I'm not some crazy off the street. lol..
If you have not shown signs through your life of having an addictive personality then you should take whatever pain meds your doc prescribes to get through the nightmare. I was on 4 MEDICINES!!! I had no trouble getting off of them all except the paxil was a little challenging.
When you are in constant pain and temporarily handicapped it causes anxiety and claustophobia so the paxil worked to ease the anxiety.
My husband believes in sending me and our boys to another physician and doesnt ever treat us so unfortunately I went to another doc who misdiagnosed me for 8 months until I finally made my husband assess the situation. Before he looked at my shoulder I got to a point that I literally thought I was going to crack and told him to keep the kids from seeing me. That was for 3 days until I began medicines to be able to function!
I was on all 4 meds for 2 years and my friends and family looked down on it and feared it was not a good idea to be on them. They just didnt understand that there was no other option! In order to get through day to day no one can live with that kind of pain.
If at all possible do some of the shoulder exercises even though your neck is worse.
You dont think its going to help while you are doing the exercises but I eventually noticed that if I didnt do the exercises the pain was worse.
Be sure to go to a Rehabilitation Physician also, not just a surgeon.
I just said a prayer that God guides you to the right professionals to help you and that your partner's mind and heart opens up to this new and temporary reality so that he can support you.
Hang in there! Things will eventually get better.
Sheila
melanie_55366 Sheila_J
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Yes I completely understand about the medications. My partner looks down on me every time I take something. I have tramadol, cocodamol 30/500, gabepentin, oramorph and zopiclone for night time. As soon as I get up I have to take them all, and just wait till they kick in before I can contemplate doing anything. Sometimes he makes me feel like a junkie.
I wish I had faith like you!!!!
Thank you again x
Sheila_J melanie_55366
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Will he read these entries? And can he go to the next visit with your doctor to hear it from him or her that you need these meds? Is he supportive at all; like helping you get your clothes on and off or reaching for pots and pans etc...
I hope so! ):
Sheila
melanie_55366 Sheila_J
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daveuk73 melanie_55366
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Emis Moderator comment: I have removed the YouTube links as users can Google the terms to find info/videos.
karenmarie melanie_55366
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I pushed to see a shoulder specialist and paid for the treatment/operation, which including physio was just under £5000. But it was worth every penny. Life is too short to live it in pain. I hope so much you can get help soon,
Very best wishes
Karen
alison44235 melanie_55366
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melanie_55366 alison44235
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I completely understand. I cry a hell of a lot at the moment. I'm not me anymore.
They can't give you an injection without a scan. That is definite. Is there more than one doctor at your surgery? Ask to see someone else. I wish I could help you Alison. Stay strong. May I ask where you live?
Also have they given you enough pain medication?