I suspct you are tired of my whining but I am so discouraged these days. My pain has amped up seriously. I used to have a few bad days a week. Then I had a few good days a week. Now I have a few bad hours a day. Awaiting a call from the neurosurgeon’s office to try and get MVD moved up. My neurologist called him last week while I was in his office. He is a bright spot in this journey. Add to that the stupid amount of weight I am packing on. I seriously eat very healthy; organic, mostly gluten free and very little meat, but still gain at least 4 pounds a month. Plus one side of my face is swollen and droopy. These are bitter pills for an ex-model. TN is teaching me much about humility. I have no idea how all the fruits and veggies I eat can convert to so much belly fat. Thanks for listening. I feel better now. Sort of.
Aw Patty, whine away, you know I understand.
I’m so sorry your pain has worsened. I’m so glad to hear you’ve gotten in touch with Dr. K’s office. I will pray tonight that you are able to get in sooner.
Try, try try to forget about the weight! I know it’s hard, but one thing that really helped me and still does help me, is knowing that as soon as I can get active again, it’ll change.
It’s not the food, it’s the meds and reduced cardio. At least that’s what it was for me.
Since the surgery I’ve lost 5lbs, not much but my energy is low, im not as active as i thought i would be…I just have 40 more pounds to go…ha ha…
Go easy on yourself, get a pedicure,massage, or have your hair done do something that makes you feel pampered.
Sending positive vibes you get in soon. Thinking of you! Mimi xx
Hi Patty,
Sorry things are so tough at the moment.
I can relate to the weight issue, I’m a vegetarian that mostly eats a whole food vegan diet and despite constantly monitoring my food it is a daily struggle when I step on the scales.
Hopefully you can get an earlier date for the MVD.
Sending you a big hug, being in pain sucks!!!
Trish
You are all so wonderful, thank you. Chocolate and wine sounds so decadent. I am sure it would add another five pounds in an evening. Thanks again for listening. I can do this another week now. I think I can, I think I can…
It will get better...perhapse you can call the doc and let him/her know you are having break through pain. Try and relax with self soothing behaviors and ice packs.
Aw Patty, whine away, you know I understand. I'm so sorry your pain has worsened. I'm so glad to hear you've gotten in touch with Dr. K's office. I will pray tonight that you are able to get in sooner.
Try, try try to forget about the weight! I know it's hard, but one thing that really helped me and still does help me, is knowing that as soon as I can get active again, it'll change.
It's not the food, it's the meds and reduced cardio. At least that's what it was for me.
Since the surgery I've lost 5lbs, not much but my energy is low, im not as active as i thought i would be...I just have 40 more pounds to go...ha ha...
Go easy on yourself, get a pedicure,massage, or have your hair done do something that makes you feel pampered.
Sending positive vibes you get in soon. Thinking of you! Mimi xx
I am seeing dr k tomorrow. This is a follow up appt requested by my neuro. This will be my second appt. what was your path with dr k? I am hoping he will give me a date tomorrow but am not convinced.
Patty, good luck tomorrow, just stress your changes in pain, how it’s getting worse. Ask if there’s anyway you can get an earlier date. Thinking of you, Mimi
Ps sorry I can’t write much, my iPad is dying…