Spinal Stenosis

Hi, my name is Lulu_846. I'm looking for

#MightyTogether #Migraine #Anxiety #Depression #Fibromyalgia #SpinalStenosis #Osteoarthritis #Endometriosis

Hi, my name is Painwarrior63. I'm here because I've been a chronic pain sufferer for 40 years and just wanted to find a community of like minded people that I could relate to.

#MightyTogether #Anxiety #Depression #SpinalStenosis

I had spine surgery on 3/3 (5 days ago) and I’m in a lot of pain. I expected this as I just had spine surgery 6/22/22 as well. I prepared for the worst and I hoped for the best. Here’s my question….I got a prescription for pain medication the day of my procedure which contained enough for 8 tabs a day spaced at every 4-6 hours, just like the prescription says. Here I am on day 5 with 8 tablets and I’m anxious…is the surgeon going to give me a refill , there’s no way people come off pain meds 5 days after spine surgery right?, am I crazy that I’ve calculated my dose’s exactly because I don’t want to experience the crazy pain that follows?.
Seriously, is there something wrong with that/me? I’ve never been an addict, but if pain was involved and pain medication was needed, I didn’t let anyone help me with that part. I’m the child of an addict, could be something there.
My bruising has only just begun and the swelling is horrific (ice is my friend). So my anxiety has kicked in because I’m scared to call the surgeons office and ask for a refill (to be called in tonight preferably so I don’t have to drive), docs don’t like to refill pain medication even for surgery relief. I’m so afraid to be in pain, but the anxiety of actually calling is getting the best of me right now. Ugh. Why? Just why? Why does my brain do this? I’m certainly not actively thinking these thoughts. I don’t understand why this has to be an issue for me. 😤😩🥴😵‍💫🙄🤥🫥🫤😳😔 #GeneralizedAnxietyDisorder #MajorDepressiveDisorder #Anxiety #PanicDisorder #MoodDisorder #ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder #AnxietyMedication #SpinalStenosis #MightyTogether #CheckInWithMe #CrohnsDisease #Fibromyalgia #BrainFog #BackPain #SpinalSurgery #ChronicPain

Hi, my name is Hpruiett. I'm here because i fell in November and injured my back badly. since then I’m in constant pain. literally it has never been lower than 2-3 since it happened. I’ve had MRI. I have lumbar spinal stenosis as well as moderate arthritis in my lower back as well as multiple fractures in my sacrum. I’m terrified of opioids so I was prescribed ibuprofen, Tylenol, muscle relaxers and back injections. last month I was terminated from my job of 8+yrs for attendance due to my chronic pain. I also lost my insurance. I just need people who understand. I feel like I’m going insane. I only get about 1.5 hrs sleep at a time and lucky to get a total of about 5-6 unrestful hours of sleep. I’m hoping I’m not alone.

#MightyTogether #ChronicIllness #CentralPainSyndrome #Depression #Anxiety #PTSD #Grief

My name is Samuel. I have been diagnosed with 20 different illnesses and/or diseases over the years. The last one, early stages of Alzheimer’s. I am emotionally drained most days. It feels like my memory is being erased, besides having problems communicating and process thoughts, emotions, and ideas, etc. The other issues worsen the situation as these still need to be managed, but they have a severe impact on my mobility, comfort, and other human basic needs. Anyway, thank you for listening.

#ChronicMigraines

#DiabetesType2

#PeripheralNeuropathy

#alzheimer

#MenieresDisease

#Tinnitus

#BackPain

#Osteoarthritis

#CardiovascularDisease

#SleepApnea

#Hypertension

#SpinalStenosis

#DegenerativeDiscDisease

I think I found a group I can relate to! I, too, have multiple health challenges:
#bipolardisorder2 (w/major depression)
#PTSD
#Arthritis
#SpinalStenosis
#Anxiety
#ObsessiveCompulsiveDisorder
#KidneyDisease
#Neurodermatitis
#ChronicMigraines
#Fibromyalgia
Thanks for welcoming me here! I have enjoyed reading the posts.

Hi, my name is Survivalmode. I'm here because
I am struggling to cope with so many symtoms from my illness. Was diagnosed with fms, cfs, spinal stenosis 3 years ago after suffering many years and recently osteoarthritis in my knees and wrists. I was getting next to no help from my last gp , basically just given painkillers and told to get on with it. I have recently changed my gp but have yet to get proper help . I feel like my symtoms are getting worse and daily life has become such a struggle. Like many , I was a very active person, worked 2 jobs , worked out almost daily , walked miles , was always going out and generally living life . Now I'm constantly exhausted, worrying about my dad and trying to be there for him , trying to be there for my daughter who has bpd and trying to make time for my son and grandson . I'm not only physically exhausted but mentally too aswell as emotionally. I'm in a constant battle with myself everyday. Everything seems such a fight to be heard, listened too or sometimes even believed. Unsure where I go from here so hoping anyone can help with tips , or things that have helped you.