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Topic: RE: Flexeril days before surgery?
Thanks for the tip, I would have already done this if it was not Sunday : ) I was hoping someone else may have been on it, and their doctor told them to stop would answer
Topic: RE: Flexeril days before surgery?
I think you should probably call either your doc or pharmasist and see if it would cause a problem. I know they don't want you taking aspirin and herbal things that can thin your blood but I don't know if Flexeril is in that category. Good luck with your surgery!
Topic: Flexeril days before surgery?
Hi, I have chronic back spasms and not being in NSAIDS is causing severe pain. I forgot to tell my doctor that I occ. take flexeril if the spasms get real bad. Does anyone know if the flexeril will interfere with the surgery or the anesthesia? Or are you on it and did they tell you to stop if before surgery?
Topic: Fibromyalgia Sufferer/Beauty Pageant Winner TV Interview
In-depth TV interview with Simran Gill...fibromyalgia sufferer and Miss Asian Model 2011:
Just search for 'Venus Special with Simran Gill' at/on YouTube
Just search for 'Venus Special with Simran Gill' at/on YouTube
Topic: RE: How is fibromyalgia diagnosed?
It very much sounds like fibro to me anyway! Try to see a rheumatologist or pain specialist to get a diagnosis. I know my teeth have gotten horrible but it isn't from fibro but because I have to taker alot of meds that dry my mouth out. You might check any drugs you take for mouth drying. I use some stuff called Biotene that you can get at most drug stores, it helps "lub" up your mouth. Also drink lots of water. Good luck to you and do keep posting and we'll try to help all we can.
Topic: RE: Fibro and WLS? The verdict?
Most problems go away never to be seen again, Unfortunately fibro and OA are two that don't. As a matter of fact my OA has gotten somewhat worse. Dr warned me ahead of time and he was right. Becoming more active can cause more irritation.
Anna
Topic: RE: How is fibromyalgia diagnosed?
Hi I had the RNY about 8 years ago. I have recently, about 4 or 5 weeks ago started having pain. I have always had pain in my joints, knees mostly, but this is in my muscles. My thighs, and muscles in my triceps and higher arms, and also my hands and feet. Kind of like after you excercise for the first time in a while. I also have numbness in my arms when I wake up and drive home from work in the morning. Then the numbness usually leaves.
I also have had this kind of foggy mental status for the last year or so, don't seem to compute some of the things people tell me. I also forget a lot of things, and procrastinate ALOT, where I didn't used to when it comes to book work and paperwork I am supposed to fill out and send back to places. I don't know if any of this is connected with the surgery, but wondered if it could be from something like fibromyalga. Also, wondered if anyone is having problems with their teeth. I went from having one cavity my whole life to getting a couple a few years after surgery, to last checkup having 13. My teeth also ache for months after I have them cleaned. I had to take 3 motrin and 3 extra strength tylenol every 4 hours (even woke me up ) for 5 to 6 months after the last 2 cleanings. thanks, theresa
I also have had this kind of foggy mental status for the last year or so, don't seem to compute some of the things people tell me. I also forget a lot of things, and procrastinate ALOT, where I didn't used to when it comes to book work and paperwork I am supposed to fill out and send back to places. I don't know if any of this is connected with the surgery, but wondered if it could be from something like fibromyalga. Also, wondered if anyone is having problems with their teeth. I went from having one cavity my whole life to getting a couple a few years after surgery, to last checkup having 13. My teeth also ache for months after I have them cleaned. I had to take 3 motrin and 3 extra strength tylenol every 4 hours (even woke me up ) for 5 to 6 months after the last 2 cleanings. thanks, theresa
Topic: RE: How is fibromyalgia diagnosed?
Dolly,
I was diagnosed with fibro after many other tests. I saw a neurologist and was checked for MS as some of my issues mimic MS. I was put on meds and monitored for a few years before the diagnosis was finalized. My primary care Dr. made the diagnosis but the neurologist told me that was what he suspected but back then they did not diagnose fibro. Now they can. A rheumatologist can diagnose and medicate then will send you back to your primary care dr once a good medication plan is in place. I currently go to a pain clinic as I am fighting meds as much as I can. I take Lyrica and an antianxiety daily. I have muscle relaxers as needed and they are helping me find a replacement for my motrin as it caused me to lose my Lapband and once I have gastric bypass I will not be able to take it anymore. I was taking 2400 mg per day prescribed. I have patches and cream now for my pain. I carry most of mine on the right side, but my entire upper back, both feet and hips are the most common. I have pain in my left arm that was very scary as it felt like what you are told to watch for as a sign of a heart attack. I know there are many stories about how long it takes to diagnose some of them are many years with no help given. I like the national fibromyalgia site. There are some good books as well. There are some things out there that help with the pain such as exercise, I know that when I can get to yoga it is great. Walking is really good too. There is a five day elimination diet that is good for helping to determine if foods are part of the pain. Some artificial sweeteners and processed foods set my pain into high gear. I am struggling with my required weight loss to have gastric bypass and cannot do many of the recommended diets as they are all processed food. Sorry to ramble hope this helps. And your husband is not alone, there are more and more men diagnosed.
I was diagnosed with fibro after many other tests. I saw a neurologist and was checked for MS as some of my issues mimic MS. I was put on meds and monitored for a few years before the diagnosis was finalized. My primary care Dr. made the diagnosis but the neurologist told me that was what he suspected but back then they did not diagnose fibro. Now they can. A rheumatologist can diagnose and medicate then will send you back to your primary care dr once a good medication plan is in place. I currently go to a pain clinic as I am fighting meds as much as I can. I take Lyrica and an antianxiety daily. I have muscle relaxers as needed and they are helping me find a replacement for my motrin as it caused me to lose my Lapband and once I have gastric bypass I will not be able to take it anymore. I was taking 2400 mg per day prescribed. I have patches and cream now for my pain. I carry most of mine on the right side, but my entire upper back, both feet and hips are the most common. I have pain in my left arm that was very scary as it felt like what you are told to watch for as a sign of a heart attack. I know there are many stories about how long it takes to diagnose some of them are many years with no help given. I like the national fibromyalgia site. There are some good books as well. There are some things out there that help with the pain such as exercise, I know that when I can get to yoga it is great. Walking is really good too. There is a five day elimination diet that is good for helping to determine if foods are part of the pain. Some artificial sweeteners and processed foods set my pain into high gear. I am struggling with my required weight loss to have gastric bypass and cannot do many of the recommended diets as they are all processed food. Sorry to ramble hope this helps. And your husband is not alone, there are more and more men diagnosed.
Topic: RE: help were you never exspected it
Havung people that are going through the same thing as you is a tremendous help. My husband and I were talking about pain and I asked him on the 0-10 pain scale what would he rate his pain daily. He looked at me and said 0. I told him I just can't understand a pain rating of zero, its been so long. He laughed and reminded me that most people can not fathom that someone can be in pain everyday. So we do need to talk to like people to remind ourselves we are not crazy!
Dianeg49 
Topic: RE: Happy New Year to All!
Loretta, that is great you are getting your surgery scheduled. Sorry you have soo much going on at the same time. But good luck. My pain levels have been going crazy because the weather in Kansas has been changing 25 degrees every two days. I usually have trouble the first day it changes and then can ease into tolerating it, but all this constant change is hard.
Dianeg49
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