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I totally understandyv1214 said:Congrats....
Glad to hear that things are looking better. Enjoy your massage!
Yessy
I am fed up with being told I need X rays.I need MRI or a ultrasound but my cancer doesnt need radiation X rays.Like you I go online for every pill and test I get.The doctors pass you off and tell you it is going to be this way.I am now going to tell them it is my way. Or like I did recently get other doctors(2 of them).I will refuse these tests now until I get more comfortable with my cancer but so far I've had way to many X rays and I'm not even a 2 year survivor.
I am glad to hear you have no bone cancer in your hip and I understand you prefer no meds.It's sad how they just prescribe without even looking at charts.Dangerous.Some people might not pay attention on what is prescribed,take it and die.
Lynn Smith0 -
Judy thank for sharingLynn Smith said:I totally understand
I am fed up with being told I need X rays.I need MRI or a ultrasound but my cancer doesnt need radiation X rays.Like you I go online for every pill and test I get.The doctors pass you off and tell you it is going to be this way.I am now going to tell them it is my way. Or like I did recently get other doctors(2 of them).I will refuse these tests now until I get more comfortable with my cancer but so far I've had way to many X rays and I'm not even a 2 year survivor.
I am glad to hear you have no bone cancer in your hip and I understand you prefer no meds.It's sad how they just prescribe without even looking at charts.Dangerous.Some people might not pay attention on what is prescribed,take it and die.
Lynn Smith
I was wondering how was your visit. I am glad that orthopedic sur. did not find anything. I have continued seeing physical therapist and exercise at home. We are developing a special program targeting lumber spine and and hips. I also have been put back on Tamoxifen. Unfortunately, I cannot use bone growth stimulated hormone because I have had radiation therapy.
Yes, you need to be your own advocate, I am tired of it too.
Hugs,
New Flower0 -
Judy, such good news! Thank you for sharingNew Flower said:Judy thank for sharing
I was wondering how was your visit. I am glad that orthopedic sur. did not find anything. I have continued seeing physical therapist and exercise at home. We are developing a special program targeting lumber spine and and hips. I also have been put back on Tamoxifen. Unfortunately, I cannot use bone growth stimulated hormone because I have had radiation therapy.
Yes, you need to be your own advocate, I am tired of it too.
Hugs,
New Flower
with us. Now you can rest, and get some sleep! LOL Pro-active with your health ... !
Strength and Courage,
Vicki Sam0 -
It is always important for
It is always important for us to be our own advocates. I don't blame you for not taking the steroids one bit. I know there are days when I have quite a bit of pain, but, for the most part, I use my thermacares and try to stay as active as I can. When that doesn't work and I can't live with it, I try and persist until I find the answer. Hope your massage helps!0 -
Thank you allCypressCynthia said:It is always important for
It is always important for us to be our own advocates. I don't blame you for not taking the steroids one bit. I know there are days when I have quite a bit of pain, but, for the most part, I use my thermacares and try to stay as active as I can. When that doesn't work and I can't live with it, I try and persist until I find the answer. Hope your massage helps!
I know it is important to read up on anything you are prescribed, and to make sure each and every test is actually necessary before agreeing to undergo xrays, CT scans, etc. Personally, I am so very tired of it all, but it is so important to check out anything that you think might be a recurrence or new cancer. What I don't understand is doctors who go on a whim and prescribe drugs without looking at your chart, or asking questions about your allergies before giving you meds that could potentially be harmful. After my bout with Reglan, I have learned to research everything, and I am so glad I did. I really think physical theraphy and massage will help with this condition, now that I know it isn't cancer of the bone. Thank you all for your comments. Hugs, Judy0 -
Thanks MarciaMarcia527 said:You might want to check into
You might want to check into exercises to strengthen muscles in that area. Maybe stretches would help. Maybe a physical therapist could assist. Glad it's not cancer!
I am working with a physical therapist, and have been assigned homework (stationary bike for 30 minutes twice a day, treadmill for 30 minutes in the morning and evening, and a series of stretching exercises that make me look like I am trying to become a pretzel.) So far all I have done is make myself sore, but I am sure this will go away after a few weeks. Also, my massage therapist works wonders on the hip area, and I see her every other week. They can't count me out yet....just glad it isn't cancer, as you said. These other things we can work on ourselves. Thanks for your recommendation. Hugs, Judy0 -
PTcreampuff91344 said:Thanks Marcia
I am working with a physical therapist, and have been assigned homework (stationary bike for 30 minutes twice a day, treadmill for 30 minutes in the morning and evening, and a series of stretching exercises that make me look like I am trying to become a pretzel.) So far all I have done is make myself sore, but I am sure this will go away after a few weeks. Also, my massage therapist works wonders on the hip area, and I see her every other week. They can't count me out yet....just glad it isn't cancer, as you said. These other things we can work on ourselves. Thanks for your recommendation. Hugs, Judy
Hi Judy! Your PT has you doing an awful of ex everyday!. Over 2 hours would get you sore! Are you sure you have to do 30 min on bike 2x a day as well as 30 min on the treadmill 2 x a day as well as ex! I've been a PT for 37 years . That's way too much exercise for a healthy person ! You have to begin slowly and build up your time! Please check with her/him and maybe you could decrease to 30 min a day bike and treadmill the increase as you tol.Why the need to do so much??? You're joints are going to be sore specially if you're not used to this kind of ex. Please be careful! You shouldn't be uncomfortable like that! Keep us informed! HUGS!!!0 -
Thanks Cathycruf said:PT
Hi Judy! Your PT has you doing an awful of ex everyday!. Over 2 hours would get you sore! Are you sure you have to do 30 min on bike 2x a day as well as 30 min on the treadmill 2 x a day as well as ex! I've been a PT for 37 years . That's way too much exercise for a healthy person ! You have to begin slowly and build up your time! Please check with her/him and maybe you could decrease to 30 min a day bike and treadmill the increase as you tol.Why the need to do so much??? You're joints are going to be sore specially if you're not used to this kind of ex. Please be careful! You shouldn't be uncomfortable like that! Keep us informed! HUGS!!!
for your post. I was told by doctor that bicycle would not help for backpain and osteoporosis. Judy I wrote Judy a PM.0 -
bicycleNew Flower said:Thanks Cathy
for your post. I was told by doctor that bicycle would not help for backpain and osteoporosis. Judy I wrote Judy a PM.
The bicycle is used more for generalized strengthening and endurance as well as good for cardio. It's all good in moderation but too much isn't good for anyone! Thanks for being in touch with Judy! HUGS!!! Cathy0 -
Cathy and New Flowerlynn1950 said:Good news, Judy. Glad that
Good news, Judy. Glad that you can cross that off your list. You are right about having to check everything and advocate for yourself. Good for you and I hope the soreness goes away soon. xoxoxoxo Lynn
I'm sorry that I was not clear in what I was told. I am supposed to start with 30 minutes total each day....15 minutes on each, bicycle and treadmill, and work myself up to an hour on each over a period of several months. The doctor was clear to say that he didn't want me to get too carried away with this exercise program, but felt it would help. As I told you, New Flower, there was no damage seen in the bone scan and the xrays to either my hip or lower back. I really think it is nerve damage, and that exercise will do nothing to relieve the pain. However, like a good patient, I will at least try what was recommended. Thank you both for your concern. I will be careful. hugs, Judy0 -
Judycreampuff91344 said:Cathy and New Flower
I'm sorry that I was not clear in what I was told. I am supposed to start with 30 minutes total each day....15 minutes on each, bicycle and treadmill, and work myself up to an hour on each over a period of several months. The doctor was clear to say that he didn't want me to get too carried away with this exercise program, but felt it would help. As I told you, New Flower, there was no damage seen in the bone scan and the xrays to either my hip or lower back. I really think it is nerve damage, and that exercise will do nothing to relieve the pain. However, like a good patient, I will at least try what was recommended. Thank you both for your concern. I will be careful. hugs, Judy
so glad you stuck up for yourself. I bet that dr was surprised. Out of curiosity what med was he recommending? And, did he ever say he thought it might just be arthritis? I'm allergic to most Nsaids but I have been taking Arthrotec since 2000 for my osteoarthritis. Yes, it can cause bleeding as can aspirin. Before any surgery I have to stop taking it a week in advance. I too take a statin for cholesterol.
I'm glad to hear pt is helping but be careful not to overdo. Right now my knees and low back are screaming. I see a spine specialist in a couple of weeks. I've never had a massage. Hope you're feeling better real soon!
{{hugs}} Char0 -
The drughelen e said:You go girl!!!
You go girl!!!
Char, the drug I was given was Meloxicam (relaed to Celebrix and Mobic). The drug should not be taken if you are on a cholesterol lowering drug, or if you are allergic to sulfa drugs. I have both of these. Guess my doctor just thought he had to give me something to treat, and forgot to look at my chart. I am just advocating that everyone research their drugs before taking them. Hugs, Judy0 -
This is good news Judy. Ilynn1950 said:Good news, Judy. Glad that
Good news, Judy. Glad that you can cross that off your list. You are right about having to check everything and advocate for yourself. Good for you and I hope the soreness goes away soon. xoxoxoxo Lynn
This is good news Judy. I am sorry that I missed this post before. It is too bad that we have to be our own advocates, but, it just seems the case a lot of the time.
Hoping you feel better!
Sue0
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