CAN I STAY CLEAN !!!

[stilltrying1965]

I am a bit scared as  i will not have the pc tonight. My neice needs it back for school. Im a bit scared not having the pc  and Kim will be in hospital a few more days. I was ok when i had the pc as i could turn to my friends for support. Now i will have to dig deep and keep my positive attitude.This will sort the men from the boys i hope i can continue on the same path. The one to a clean life for myself Kim and my family.Im going to stay online till my neice comes and collects her netbook back. So i will use everything i got in my tool box ( my brain ) to stay clean plz wish me luck and a lil prayer.Im going to need it being alone well for me,,thats the hard part is being all alone .But im still so determind to stay and keep clean, and when Kim comes home she will be over the moon with me . I can do this cant i. I have switched the phone of and the door wont be getting answered. So i will give myself a real good chanceof not even being tempted with heroin. I have to stay clean at all costs wishing myself good luck ,,,James

[GA Guy]

James, you can thank us all by getting yourself well and working on this disease. One thing I've learned through this is that addicts are some of the most self centered people on earth..and recovering addicts are the most empathetic and caring people around. People do care...so, get yourself well..physically, mentally, and spiritually.

[vicki595]

Get some rest now,Sweet Baby James...I chatted with Kim. She wants to get home to you!!   She's got her "spice" back.  Makes me happy...

Sleep tight...
Vicki  xo

[stilltrying1965]

If i dont feel any better tomorrow iwill go to hospital.Im humbled by the way you care for me.Im in ked and have been allday . This is not a very nicething to be going through Thanks taperme, ga guy Hugs Letakos,Pharma,Michele Vicki Kathy Jacky Jenn Sophie How can i thank you all your support has been awesome......James P S If ihad to thank youall personaly i would be here all night Love ya guys

[micheleTX]

yea, we are all like extended family here.  We are worried for you James.  If you feel worse at any time, get to an ER.  don't mess with infections.  Had a few in my life, and they were not too pretty.  Teeth aches are the worst.  Matter of fact I just may go thru opiate withdrawal over having a bad toothache ugh!!  get well soon buddy!

[taperme]

James...with what your body has been through recently, I would really think about getting checked out at an ER. If your head is feeling that badly, it could be a sign of the infection spreading. Don't mess around with this. If it gets worse, or you feel like you have any hot/inflamed areas on your head or face, please go get checked out. I had a sinus infection recently that migrated to the area beneath my eye and ended up in the hospital for 3 days on some major antibiotics. You don't want it to get there so please get it checked out. I hope you feel better soon.

[10356]

Hey James I'm sorry to read you are dealing with a abscess... you received good advice above although if you are allergic to penicillin you could be a allergic to the whole illen family.. I'm You need to go to the Dr. when your daughter comes back have her take you james.. this is nothing to mess with as the infection can cause havoc with other organs and I know eating is painful.. congrats on the 20 days James.. You have showed true grit with Kim gone and I could not be prouder.. I still have the flu and just got out of bed for a moment and read your note.. I send warm hugs your way and get your butt to a Dr. this would be considered a emergency if need be ok.. love letakos

[vicki595]

Thanks Michele...that's sweet.  But,I'm in good company here. My friend Pharma is a Pharmacist and is a sage!!  I would defer to her anyday!!
We're all pretty fortunate to have a great forum. We all help eachother sooo much!!
Vicki  xo

[micheleTX]

Hey there :)  Get yourself well !  You need antibiotics like everyone said.  You deserve to feel good today and now ill.  sorry to hear that.  Get well soon!
Vicki is a great nurse.  She has such wisdom in her.   So glad for us that she's here!!! :)

[vicki595]

You have me AND Pharma !!   I think we went to the same school !   LOL

Keep us posted...

Vicki  xo

[stilltrying1965]

I will let you know about the antibiotics and ill start rinsing with warm salt water. Ill do that now thanks Vicki i dont know what i would do without my own private nurse LOL ......James

[vicki595]

You need an antibiotic first!  Find out what your friend has and let us know. Pharma will know if it's safe...  
You'll need to get that tooth out or a root canal treament sometime soon.  The infection is probably what's making you sick.  Yes,the junk that came out is pus and blood.  Start rinsing with warm,salt water. Let us know about the antibiotics...
V.

[stilltrying1965]

I can get some antibiotics from a friend who lives next door.will they be ok to take as long as its not penicilin im alergic to them . iv had this abscess before i think its cosed by a bad tooth. the last time about 6 months ago it burst and it was i think poison and blood came through my tooth.but as oon asthat happens it tends to refill again .I dont know what to do ....James

[pharma9]

PS My abscess burst as well and healed right after that.I rinsed with salt water.But I still think you need antibiotic.

[pharma9]

Since it burst it may take some of the pressure off  and relieve the pain,but it is still and infection and must be treated right away or as soon as possible

[stilltrying1965]

its sore all the time but a lump in the roof of my mouth i had it before and it burst and i think poison came out well some blood then like you said a horrible taste  dark yellowstuff came out through my tooth....James

[pharma9]

I agree with Vicki...Go to the hospital...it may spread.You need and antibiotic.

[vicki595]

James...get to the hospital...NOW.

[vicki595]

Yes...do what Pharma says!!  Very important!!
V.

[stilltrying1965]

Iv had the abscess a couple of days the sore head since last night it feels like its going to explode. This is horrendous ,,,,James

[vicki595]

James...Describe the abcess for us...
Is it sore like a cut?  OR
Is it lumpy and squishy with bad tasting liquid coming out of it?
V.  xo

[pharma9]

You HAVE to have an antibiotic.Maybe your doctor can order by phone.READ MY LIPS...you have to have an antibiotic to clear the infection

[stilltrying1965]

No Pharma this morning i could not even get out of bed to go to see the doctor Its a tooth abscess but its went from the inside of mt jaw to the roof of my mouth and i also have a very sore head.I just feel so ill its terrible. When my daughter comes in from work ill let her go get me some ibuprofen but dont know what to do about antibiotics There is penicilin but im alergic to them so dont know what to do there. any suggestions Pharma. This guy feels so ill and weak......HUGS,,,,,James

[pharma9]

Abscesses are usually not viral,but sometimes people may think a sore in the mouth is an abscess when it is really a cold sore which is a virus.
Just to clear things up.

[vicki595]

LOL...I guess my girlfriend and I were posting at the same time!!   How long have you had that abcess?
V.  xo