Author Topic: The sick and diseased thread (Read 20876 times)

snapple · « **Reply #70 on:** March 24, 2012, 06:22:45 AM »

I cut the inside of my middle finger the other day. Which sucks, because it's my pitching hand. I was just getting going with my arm strength and I'm sidelined. Was hitting 91mph this spring so far.

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #71 on:** June 24, 2012, 05:15:24 PM »

*cough*

My allergies are giving me the middle finger at present. I especially despise being sick this time of year, since it's so freaking hot outside right now.

jsem · « **Reply #72 on:** June 24, 2012, 05:34:12 PM »

Been sick for 7 days straight now. And going to bed so late certainly doesn't help my recovery...

Now, it's down to mostly coughing every 15 seconds...

It's not horrible, but sucks.

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #73 on:** June 24, 2012, 05:36:11 PM »

Aww... sorry to hear that you're sick too, dude.

MasterLomaxus · « **Reply #74 on:** August 11, 2012, 06:40:15 PM »

Quote from: Orbert on March 02, 2012, 09:28:14 AM

Coronary artery disease. Had a triple bypass last year, and every day since then has been in pain, although it varies and most days it's not that bad. As in, if I don't think about it, it doesn't bother me. The pain isn't my heart, but my sternum, which they had to saw open to get to my heart. I guess that's why it's called open-heart surgery. You know how when the weather changes and atmospheric conditions can make old wounds hurt a bit? That kind of thing. Little twinges of pain every once in a while, throughout the day. Annoying more than anything else. They wire your sternum back together so it'll heal, and the wires stay in, which is freaky.

Technically, I was dead for a few hours while they did the operation. Well, my heart wasn't beating anyway; they have to stop it to do the work, and there's always a slight chance that it won't start back up again when they're done. So yeah, that was exciting.

The worst part is the radical changes to my diet. Red meats are gone. Fats, including most dairy products, gone. Lots of veggies, although they're really boring without butter. I miss ribs. I miss a good cheeseburger. The doctors say nothing is 100% off the menu; a little bit once in a while is okay. There's just a limit to how much your body can process and properly get rid of over time, and everyone's limit is different. Live past that limit for too long, and you end up like me. I just feel like any time I do indulge myself, I'm shaving another couple days off of my lifespan. The best part is that I've lost 30 pounds since then, and of course the fact that I'm not dead.

I myself just had open-heart surgery in the beginning of July, although it was for a valve replacement. I was lucky in that I didn't, and still haven't really had much pain, aside from some back and shoulder soreness. Unfortunately I had some complications and I am now fitted with a pacemaker. I feel like a 97 year old man now. I am now on my way to recovery, I believe.

splent · « **Reply #75 on:** August 11, 2012, 07:10:43 PM »

Five years ago I had an inguinal hernia and they put me on percacet. I was in such bad pain I could barely walk and the first shit I took was one of the most painful things in my life. I doubt it compares with giving birth, but I imagine it was somewhere in that neighborhood. I was taking 2 of those every 4-6 hours or so... and my mom was like be careful so you don't get addicted... those who know about when I talk about my mom know how ironic that is... but yes. I was down to 1 after a couple of days and then was fine taking advil. Same thing, I figure that I would have polished off the bottle if I was addicted. Same thing when I was given liquid vicodin after developing bronchitis (after having the worst flu in my life)... cheratussin didn't even help with that, I think that's robatussin with codeine... but yeah. Same thing.. I went though like 2/3 of the bottle and only took it if I was in really bad pain or something.

The only thing I have right now is some hypertension. I take one pill for that, and try to cut down on my sodium intake, which is HARD because I love salt. I think part of it was job related, and I'm happy that I have a job now and I hope that it will be better.

I know that's nothing compared to what some of the people in this thread have been through, all I can do is hope you guys are in decent health now and wish you the best in the future.

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #76 on:** December 12, 2012, 05:56:51 PM »

*heave*

Sorry for bumping an old thread, but... I've been really sick since Monday. Went to work for two hours of my shift, came home, went to urgent care on Tuesday and now have the rest of the week off.

I keep forgetting that the human body is capable of producing so much snot.

El Barto · « **Reply #77 on:** December 12, 2012, 06:38:42 PM »

Quote from: DebraKadabra on December 12, 2012, 05:56:51 PM

*heave*

Sorry for bumping an old thread, but... I've been really sick since Monday. Went to work for two hours of my shift, came home, went to urgent care on Tuesday and now have the rest of the week off.

I keep forgetting that the human body is capable of producing so much snot.

Similar thing here. I don't know if I caught something on one of the subways or if it was constantly bouncing back and forth between freezing cold and unseasonable warmth, but something really waylaid my sinuses. Spent a third of my vacation feeling pretty crappy. Thankfully, it was better to feel like shit someplace happening than to be sitting at home miserable. Now I'm sitting at home and having to get caught back up at work.

Akasha · « **Reply #78 on:** December 13, 2012, 08:23:33 AM »

Quote from: DebraKadabra on December 12, 2012, 05:56:51 PM

*heave*

Sorry for bumping an old thread, but... I've been really sick since Monday. Went to work for two hours of my shift, came home, went to urgent care on Tuesday and now have the rest of the week off.

I keep forgetting that the human body is capable of producing so much snot.

Get better my friend!

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #79 on:** December 13, 2012, 07:28:29 PM »

Quote from: El Barto on December 12, 2012, 06:38:42 PM

Similar thing here. I don't know if I caught something on one of the subways or if it was constantly bouncing back and forth between freezing cold and unseasonable warmth, but something really waylaid my sinuses. Spent a third of my vacation feeling pretty crappy. Thankfully, it was better to feel like shit someplace happening than to be sitting at home miserable. Now I'm sitting at home and having to get caught back up at work.

Ugh. Sorry to hear you have this shit too, dude.

Quote from: Akasha on December 13, 2012, 08:23:33 AM

Get better my friend!

I'm trying!

Akasha · « **Reply #80 on:** December 17, 2012, 06:21:55 PM »

Had an epidural injection in my neck today. No, I'm not in any pain at all! NOT!!!!

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #81 on:** December 17, 2012, 09:13:57 PM »

Oh god - hope you're okay!

In other news - I went back to the docs today since I still felt crap and a 15 minute shower wore me completely out (felt like I'd run a full marathon). Sinus infection. Yay.

Akasha · « **Reply #82 on:** December 17, 2012, 09:28:41 PM »

Quote from: DebraKadabra on December 17, 2012, 09:13:57 PM

Oh god - hope you're okay!

In other news - I went back to the docs today since I still felt crap and a 15 minute shower wore me completely out (felt like I'd run a full marathon). Sinus infection. Yay.

Been in daily physical pain for a long time now. It is sad when you get use to pain.

I have had my share of sinus infections over the years. The are not fun. Make sure that Wookie takes care of you.

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #83 on:** December 17, 2012, 09:30:01 PM »

I guess the epidural was an attempt to block the nerves causing the pain?

Akasha · « **Reply #84 on:** December 17, 2012, 09:36:25 PM »

Quote from: DebraKadabra on December 17, 2012, 09:30:01 PM

I guess the epidural was an attempt to block the nerves causing the pain?

Yes, it is done by X- ray. I also take muscle relaxers nightly and 1800 mg of Gabapentin.

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #85 on:** December 17, 2012, 09:52:14 PM »

Yee-ouch.

Akasha · « **Reply #86 on:** December 18, 2012, 07:46:10 AM »

Quote from: DebraKadabra on December 17, 2012, 09:52:14 PM

Yee-ouch.

You said it. Probably going to have another on Jan 3rd.

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #87 on:** December 30, 2012, 01:35:11 AM »

Aunt Flo can get lost.

MetalMike06 · « **Reply #88 on:** December 30, 2012, 02:07:47 AM »

Been home two days now, really groggy headache, sinus congestion, and it feels like I have a fever, though I can't find my thermometer. Hopefully I'll be able to get out of bed tomorrow and go get one. Been taking NyQuil/DayQuil but it doesn't seem to be working that well.

Phoenix87x · « **Reply #89 on:** December 30, 2012, 11:39:00 AM »

There's nothing worse then that moment when you release you are coming down with a cold and there's not a damn thing you can do about it. For me its like going through the 5 stages of death.

1. Denial - "oh no, I'm gonna beat this, there's still time! I'll just drink a whole carton of Orange juice and that will fix this. I'll show you cold, you can't beat me"

2. Anger- "Fuck, I don't want to be sick for the whole week"

3. Bargaining- "come on, I've got work all week, just let this pass, I can't get sick right now"

4. Depression- this usually sets in around 3am in the morning when you are tossing and turning trying as hard as possible to just go to sleep. That's all you want is just to go to sleep, but one nostril is running like a fountain and the other one is locked up rock solid. Trying to breath through your mouth, but its super awkward because you have to consciously think about it which just keeps you awake. God, just make it stop.

5. Acceptance- realizing there's nothing you can do, and that medicine only barely alleviates the symptoms, never cures it. In your mind you truly want to believe that the medicine will help, but it never does. All that's left is for it to run its course.

carl320 · « **Reply #90 on:** December 30, 2012, 12:07:43 PM »

^So much truth/

For the last couple of days I've had (what feels like) a pinched nerve or something in my shoulder. Yesterday it got worse through the day. I was hoping that sleeping would help but I woke up with it. I wish I could just pop the joint. That might help it feel better.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #91 on:** January 05, 2013, 07:46:17 PM »

Whatever Deb had a couple of weeks ago, I've got. Absolutely floored for the last couple of days. Fevers, body aches like I've never had, congestion, headaches, exhaustion, weakness. I'm a mess. Was supposed to go to Phoenix tomorrow, that's out of the question.

The only good thing is that I must rest, and thus can watch NFL playoffs.

Adami · « **Reply #92 on:** January 05, 2013, 07:47:27 PM »

My mom was extremely sick for a few days, so I spent them with her to make sure she wasn't bored or anything.

Never got sick.

Yup, who wants to touch me?

gmillerdrake · « **Reply #93 on:** January 05, 2013, 07:55:19 PM »

With the three kiddos (6,5 and 2 1/2) our house has been a wheezing, coughing and occasionally vomitting factory as of late. We have the humidifiers going full tilt, churning through the vapor rub and Children's Benadryl is being consumed around here like its Crystal Light.

As for the adults, my wife had a mild cold/flu for a few days but too this point I've been fine. But then again, my immune system for whatever reason has historically been pretty tough. Yeah I know....that's a jynx if ever there were one but I ain't scared.......

DebraKadabra · « **Reply #94 on:** January 05, 2013, 11:50:17 PM »

Quote from: jingle.boy on January 05, 2013, 07:46:17 PM

Whatever Deb had a couple of weeks ago, I've got. Absolutely floored for the last couple of days. Fevers, body aches like I've never had, congestion, headaches, exhaustion, weakness. I'm a mess. Was supposed to go to Phoenix tomorrow, that's out of the question.

The only good thing is that I must rest, and thus can watch NFL playoffs.

Sorry you're ill, Chad - I wouldn't wish that crud on my worst enemy. Well... maybe...

*chicken soup vibes*

Akasha · « **Reply #95 on:** January 07, 2013, 03:22:30 PM »

Quote from: carl320 on December 30, 2012, 12:07:43 PM

^So much truth/

For the last couple of days I've had (what feels like) a pinched nerve or something in my shoulder. Yesterday it got worse through the day. I was hoping that sleeping would help but I woke up with it. I wish I could just pop the joint. That might help it feel better.

I really hope if it is a pinched nerve you get it taken care of soon as possible. I actually injured myself at work before another long hospitalization and they just kept treating a shoulder/arm injury. It can present itself as that because the neck may not hurt which it doesn't. It wasn't till after the PT's and Orthropedic doctor didn't know what else to do with me. I was referred to a pain specialist where he asked very specific questions and another MRI, but this time on the neck and found the pinched nerve. He told me today he is at wits end too. The epidural injection didn't work. So now have switched nerve pain meds and upped the Vicodin. He told me I was diagnosed early with a pinched nerve then it would have been healed but the longer you wait the more chronic it becomes.

So if you are still in pain don't wait to ask your doctor about a pinched nerve. If you feel any tingling or numbness in your fingers that is what you have. The pain radiates down the arm.

Akasha · « **Reply #96 on:** January 20, 2013, 11:03:05 AM »

Have another damn sinus infection. I guess I'm lucky I haven't have had one since November. My fuckin head feels like it is going to explode.

CrimsonSunrise · « **Reply #97 on:** January 20, 2013, 09:04:42 PM »

Quote from: Akasha on January 20, 2013, 11:03:05 AM

Have another damn sinus infection. I guess I'm lucky I haven't have had one since November. My fuckin head feels like it is going to explode.

Sorry...chronic type pain is a Mutha!!!! Hope you can find some relief.

Quote from: Akasha on December 17, 2012, 06:21:55 PM

Had an epidural injection in my neck today. No, I'm not in any pain at all! NOT!!!!

My ex-wife had to do those for her neck...pain management sucks

Quote from: MasterLomaxus on August 11, 2012, 06:40:15 PM

I myself just had open-heart surgery in the beginning of July, although it was for a valve replacement. I was lucky in that I didn't, and still haven't really had much pain, aside from some back and shoulder soreness. Unfortunately I had some complications and I am now fitted with a pacemaker. I feel like a 97 year old man now. I am now on my way to recovery, I believe.

Damn...how old are ya Bro? Glad you're not in a LOT of pain

As far as me..... I'm still recovering from my Esophageal Cancer surgery back at the end of August. Finally got back to work last week, and so far so good

I don't think I could have sat through another episode of Gunsmoke or Bonanza

. I'm about 60% but moving forward. My biggest concern now is my weight loss, down from 195 to 165 since surgery. Still trying to learn how to eat with the new digestive system. (esophagus and top third of stomach has been removed). It's weird, the major stomach nerve that tells folks when they're hungry and full, no longer works for me. I'm rarely hungry and can't tell when I've eaten too much.....until it's too late...LOL. I have to really force myself to eat, and being a food guy all my life, it's a bit depressing not enjoying food now. Folks say it will get better...I can't WAIT!!!.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #98 on:** January 28, 2013, 01:30:22 PM »

Mrs.Jingle's dad was just diagnosed with throat cancer today. We saw this coming for a few months, as he pretty much lost his voice back in October, and has had barely more than a hoarse whisper. Unfortunately, other health issues (heart) were a bigger priority, but he finally saw an E/N/T today and got the news. Not 100%, but it's pretty certain... ENT is re-jigging his schedule to get a biopsy done ASAP.

I understand it's pretty treatable if it hasn't spread, but still...

gmillerdrake · « **Reply #99 on:** January 28, 2013, 01:35:44 PM »

Sorry to hear that Chad. I'm hoping it was caught in time to keep it contained and treatable. I pray that the Docs caring for him are filled with wisdom and guided to utilize the most effective course of action to cure him...and that a spirit of comfort and strength finds your family.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #100 on:** January 28, 2013, 01:47:01 PM »

Quote from: gmillerdrake on January 28, 2013, 01:35:44 PM

Sorry to hear that Chad. I'm hoping it was caught in time to keep it contained and treatable. I pray that the Docs caring for him are filled with wisdom and guided to utilize the most effective course of action to cure him...and that a spirit of comfort and strength finds your family.

Thanks Gary. Much appreciated.

MajorMatt · « **Reply #101 on:** January 31, 2013, 02:31:45 AM »

Sorry to hear that Chad *good vibes*

Ended up coming home from uni yesterday lunch time and looks like I'm taking the day off today. Worst thing being I am supposed to attend 9-5 everyday and unless I have a doctors note I don't know what the consequences will be. Feeling generally really shitty and also I'm starting to think I'm depressed, really haven't felt like myself for a few days. Come to think of it I haven't felt 'right' for some time, last night and today have been pretty bad though, as I type this lying down on my bed I feel paralysed by negativity.

lonestar · « **Reply #102 on:** March 26, 2013, 12:05:49 PM »

So, a fellow DTFer and a dear friend of mine, Akasha, just had a surgery yesterday to remove a tumor and a good portion of her pancreas after a scary moment of sever seizures that forced doctors to put her into a medically induced coma to save her. She is doing better now, the surgery went well, but prayers would be appreciated all around here, it's gonna be a rough recovery for her.

jingle.boy · « **Reply #103 on:** March 26, 2013, 12:13:15 PM »

:brohug:

Not much into the prayer thing, but will keep positive vibes flowing. I always peek at her posts, very nice member around here. She's had a lot thrown at her recently. Hope everything progresses as positively as it possibly can.

wasteland · « **Reply #104 on:** March 26, 2013, 12:13:54 PM »

Man, I hope she recovers completely (however complete can the recovery from a tumor be) from this situation. Pancreas tumor is a hideously vicious beast. The prayers of this disbeliever are with her and with you, RJ

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