shiny50님의 저널, 2019년 07월 16일

Good venting! I don't know what the diagnosis is, but collagen and high protein are both healing for joints and muscles. My healing picked up when I went on a mostly meat diet. 

I'm so sorry you are in pain ~ sending good vibes!  

Hugs to you Shiny! 💕 

Vent away Shiny. 😞❤️ have you seen Rheumatologist at all? 

I know you said no pity party...but, how about some empathy? My heart completely breaks for you. I had chronic pain for 4 years. I know where you are and how much it takes from you! What are your doctors saying? I don't know about knees, but those sticky heating pads that stick to you - Thermacare heat wraps - helped. Heated blankets too. I got embarassed by the fact my house turned into a pig sty - like a hoarder house b/c of immobility - pain free just this Feb and finally getting my home in order. Do you have family or friends to help with things like grocery shopping? At the time, I did not but if you can, ask for help if available to you.  

Oh...and compression wraps helped give me much more mobility 

((Hugz)) Ok, now gratitude... How is your eyesight, hearing? These things are on my daily gratitude list... Take Care! 

Sending you love. ❤ Pain brings on a bit of depression, so you want to cry, you go ahead and cry. I hope you get some relief from your pain soon. ❤ 

Hope you get the pain under control. I’ve been there and it sucks! It takes awhile to get used to no pain but it’s so nice once it’s gone. Wishing you well! 

(((((hugs))))) because you sound like a good series of them is needed. (((((hugs))))) (((((hugs))))) 

Thank you guys! No rheumatologist...yet. About my Tribe - My boyfriend does help me quite a bit but yes, the house is a mess, there are things I just can't do. I am very stubborn and hate asking for help. He is my only support, all my friends and family live out of town at least one hour to as much as 15 hours away. I see my doctor in two weeks so I will see what she thinks. Thanks for letting me vent without judgement.  

Vent away. It's hard living with chronic pain. Hopefully the dr can find something to help you quickly 

Can’t ya get something from a pain management doc for the pain,that’s very depressing, I so sorry🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️ 

@Peggy...don't know how it is in other areas, but in my area - unless you have a diagnosis, doctors are slow to prescribe anything for pain. Masking pain makes diagnosis slower. Also, if pain is chronic, there aren't many optimal options for the long-term. And some medications are ineffective after a span of time. If all else fails, apply for a green card if it's available in your state.  

Please look at your diet.be Gluten and dairy free several days or a week. See for yourself how your body responds. 

Pain is truly exhausting. Praying you find relief soon. 

Do you have an idea before your doctor’s opinion? Hugs 🤗 

I agree with Mykahlia. I have anemia and it is awful when your stores get down below a certain level.  

I went through the exact same thing. I am severely Anemic and even needed a blood transfusion. Now, I'm on the road to recovery. I would definitely get your iron levels checked.  

Been there with knees and aches. You have to get rid of pain causing inflammation in your body. Try foods that fight inflammation . Research. Pineapple is one. You must not stand or sit too long or your knees bind up. Choose your height of seating. Chair and table rather than booth and take a break from sitting - go visit the restroom. I take pms pills at night.. reduces pain and relaxes tired sore muscles , leg cramps. In the morning I take 2 acetaminophen. You must stay on anti inflammatory on a regular basis or you will require more when you restart and build resistance to them. If my knees pop out of place- severe pain - get a good knee sleeve with support type strips that are on each side of the sleeve. This is where your mind must be AHEAD of your body. Think your step before you take it . Don’t change directions you are walking.. stop then turn. Continue to work on weight loss. I did go to a ortho Dr. Just arthritis. Could get injections for knee pain. But in my mind pain means be careful . Shot would not treat the problem. I feel for you.💓 Get a good joint supplement . I found a very good one. I order on line . It’s Jointprin . It’s natural premium grade 100 % pure ingredients. Which comes to eating organic. Happy to say Dillion Kroger Walmart and Aldies are all carrying organic frozen canned and fresh. Start replacing what you eat with organic.