Lymph Nodes – And Now We Wait!!! Saturday, September 23, 2023 Today has been an up-and-down kind of day. I started off with little to no pain, but it really started to ramp up as the day went on. The weather today had a lot to do with my pain levels, as we are in… Continue reading Lymph Nodes – And Now We Wait
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Lymph Nodes – Part 2
Lymph Nodes – Part 2 Part 1 is here Tuesday, September 19, 2023 Everything seems to thankfully be at a dull roar today. Both sides are swollen, but the pain and discomfort seem to be manageable. I haven’t heard anything yet about scheduling the biopsy yet. Looking back through all this, I am about 98%… Continue reading Lymph Nodes – Part 2
Costochondritis X-Rays
Costochondritis X-Rays Since my costochondritis has been acting up and causing a ton of pain lately. My rheumatologist was concerned so she ordered some enhanced scans of my ribs so she could see if there was anything strange going on that she might be able to see on an x-ray. The results show, no airspace… Continue reading Costochondritis X-Rays
My Lymph Nodes Are Enlarged Still
My Lymph Nodes Are Enlarged *** YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED – This is a long post, in diary format *** I have been toying around in my mind different ways to make this post and here is what I have decided to do. I have been drafting this post for several weeks now and I… Continue reading My Lymph Nodes Are Enlarged Still
Costochondritis, Pain, and Weight
Costochondritis, Pain, and Weight So I have recently discovered that there is a nasty little link between Costochondritis, the level of pain, and how much movement and weight you are putting on your torso. First, if you follow the blog, you know that I’m only about one and a half years into Costochondritis and that… Continue reading Costochondritis, Pain, and Weight
Rheumatology Appointment
Rheumatology Appointment I had an appointment with my Rheumatologist the other day because I have been having major pain from my Costochondritis. Well, that is one appointment I wish I didn’t have. She switched my muscle relaxer again, and I agree with that choice. She wants me to stop the Tramadol entirely and replace it… Continue reading Rheumatology Appointment
Pain Awareness Month
Pain Awareness Month The month of September has been declared Pain Awareness Month. Pain Awareness Month is a time when various organizations work to raise public awareness of issues in the area of pain and pain management. Links:https://www.theacpa.org/pain-awareness/september-is-pain-awareness-month/
I feel Like a Drug Addict
I feel Like a Drug Addict The way the current process is set up, I often feel like I’m a drug addict, or I’m doing something illegal when I have to take a narcotic prescription medication. My doctor can only write the prescription for a certain amount each month and with no refills, though she… Continue reading I feel Like a Drug Addict
Fibromyalgia Isn’t Just For Women
Fibromyalgia Isn’t Just For Women Often, when you hear that someone has Fibromyalgia, you instantly think of a female. Fibromyalgia affects more than 4 million Americans age 18 and older. Depending on the source, anywhere between 60-90% of those with Fibro are female, but men can and do get it. Men who have Fibro are… Continue reading Fibromyalgia Isn’t Just For Women
What Is Costochondritis?
What Is Costochondritis? ***DISCLAIMER*** I’m not a doctor or in the medical field, I have been diagnosed with Costochondritis at the ER and my Rheumatologist confirmed that diagnosis. I also have several Rheumatologic conditions (Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, and Sjögren’s syndrome) Costochondritis (kos-toe-kon-DRY-tis) is an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a rib to the breastbone… Continue reading What Is Costochondritis?
