Checking In

[sarahw244]

Hello all!  I just wanted to check in with everyone to see how everyone is doing.  It's been quiet around here.  Is everyone okay?

Not much here...I had a follow-up with my neuro last week to check on my medications and if they were working, which they seem to be for the time being.  I have been feeling a bit down in the dumps the last few weeks, so it was suggested that I start Wellbutrin, which coincidentally may help me quit smoking, or so he says, lol!

I don't have any more doctor appointments until Sept. or Oct., thank the Lord!  I am going into financial ruin from all these appointments.  I am feeling okay, for the most part, except for the fatigue that seems to creep up on me and I can't seem to shake it some days.  And the swallowing...but that has gotten better, too.

Anyways, I just wanted to check in to see how everyone's doing!  Anyone have any appointments coming up?

(((Hugs to all)))
Sarah

[patientnurse]

Sorry to hear you gals have been feeling down. I do hope that you feel better soon.

Sarah, Wellbutrin is a pretty good anti-depressant, and as you mentioned, a stop smoking aid. Do be aware though, that as it breaks down in your system, it turns into a by product of amphetamine. So, I don't remember if you are working or not, but if you have to take a drug test for any reason, make sure you tell them this. My son takes it for ADHD, and actually uses it for the breakdown to amphetamine because he is highly sensitive to other stimulant meds. His dr informed me of this tid bit because he plays baseball, and you know, all the steroid/drug testing they do....

Sidesteps, oh big hugs to you! I hope you get answers soon, and I commented on your post.

Binx, I can truly relate. I know what I need to do to get it together, but just can't seem to. Most days I feel like blah, and muster up the energy to do the absolute necessary only.

I have a follow up appt at the end of Sept. although I'm going to call and see if they have any cancellations (who would cancel their neuro appt right-lol). I just can't see waiting that long for test results. I must say, in a pretty in cognito way since this is an open to public forum, that I have gained access to some of my results...YAY for being sneaky! They weren't very promising though, no OCB in LP, ANA + once again, blah blah blah. So I posed a question in the MS forum but didn't get much of a response. I'll make a seperate post here in this forum.

Take care everyone! Hope to hear good news from all of you! And even if it's not good, I'll be listening and waiting with open arms :)

Chanda

[illinwithoutacause]

hi there, everyone,

i realize i haven't been on in a while and thank you, sarah, for initiating the check in.

dear sarah and sidesteps--i'm sorry to hear you're both feeling down.  i think it's unavoidable sometimes being bogged down and struggling to swim upstream all the time.  i'll be interested to hear how you respond to the wellbutrin, sarah, if you choose to go that route.  my husband has been bringing up the possibility of medication for me recently, and, quite frankly, i might actually consider it after fighting against the idea of it for so long.  also, sidesteps, i hope your rheumy appointment was somewhat helpful for you, at least in some small way, and that it wasn't a waste of your time.  

i am feeling pretty bummed out myself these days--even more than usual.  my most recent flare up seems to be waning a tiny bit, for which i am grateful.  even so, i am struggling emotionally from feeling so sick for so long, on top of dealing with residual pain from our car accident 2.5 weeks ago.  

i am really needing to take some positive steps with my diet, exercise and overall wellness program.  i am one of those people who knows what to do to make myself feel better, but can't seem to pull it off when i need it the most.  i can't get out of my own way.

anyway, i hope everyone is okay.  i will try to be around a little bit more regularly.

blessings to you all,
binx

[jibjen]

Hey Sarah,

Hello to you....Sorry your feeling down.....(I smoke and kinda enjoy it right now) hope the meds help lift you a bit


Jibby

[Sidesteps]

PS - (((HUGS))) to you. I hope you feel better. :) I think we need to some positive mojo around here. ;)

[Sidesteps]

Hi Sarah,

I'm kinda down myself these days, I think. I'm trying to sort out if it's my hormones or if I'm struggling a bit with all this going on. I have a busy life --- in that I've had fairly large hurdles that God presented in my life I have had to over-come. I always feel like there is a challenge and I sometimes get tired from it all. I need a vacation. :)

I have an appointment tomorrow with a Rheumy. I think it's a waste of time but I am open to another set of eyes.

I have another appointment with a specialist on August 31st. I am ready for a break but I am not getting any relief for my symptoms and I need some help in that area at least.

I am disappointed with all my previous doctors. (I just posted about that.)

I have a wonderful family. My husband is supportive and we are happily married. My kids make me smile. I just need to get my spunk up and not let all this illness stuff get to me. I think I'd be more at peace having a diagnosis and knowing that how I feel is pretty normal for where I am at. I am used to chronic fatigue (well, it's been awhile) and I know I need to take better care of myself. I just need to find my rhythm. Yoga, healthier eating and relaxation techniques would be good and help. I already start working out and eating healthier. Yoga and relaxation are next. :)