An update on me

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KathyC

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So many of you have sent me private messages that I decided to update you on me. First of all, I suffered a MAJOR panic/anxiety attack yesterday a.m. Was able to call my son who came right over & within 30min called dr & had a prescription to calm me down. Have never in my life experienced this & have never had to be on any tranquilizers but it is definately helping. I had not slept or eaten a thing in 3 days; last night I did eat a cup of soup & I got 5 hrs sleep so I really am doing better today. I don't want to become addicted to these pills but daughter thinks I should take them for a while so I probably will. Nothing new to report on Mike--waiting for results & schedule of bone biopsy. Mike's boss came by today to talk to me & they're keeping a close eye on him at work so that is nice to know. Anyway, I know I have many difficult days ahead but I'm on my pills & feeling better--doesn't make the ache in my heart go away but is keeping me calm. I love you all for your caring & will keep you up on things. I'll always be on the board at some point--maybe not posting all the time--but keeping up on elliot & the triplets, etc. I enjoy the kitten pictures, and so on. Thanks to all of you.
 
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ewheelock

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I'm glad that you got something to help you for now because everyone else needs you!

Hope that you get some good news soon.
 
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popcorn

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If you had broken your arm, you would have a cast on it. Think of the pills as casts on your nerves. You need your sleep. And when you are ready to stop the pills, let your dr. know and taper off them. Good luck.

Liz
 
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MARIPOSA

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Great analogy there Popcorn. Kathy, sleep has such healing properties and lack of it is a major problem all by itself. Nothing quite as bad as a no sleep headache and fuzzy brain. Now maybe you can take a little walk and get some fresh air and get those endorphins pumping to help even more. You don't need to eat much when your tummy is in knots, so choose something that you love and have a little of that OK? I choose ice cream :)D

Hugs to you,
 
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ShipMaven

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{{{{{KATHY}}}}}

Others have already replied very eloquently, but please know that you and your DH are in my prayers. You need to stay strong for him - and for YOU - so take whatever measures are necessary. I'm glad the tranquilizers are helping you.

God bless.
 
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Cruise cutie

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HUGs from here too..and I quite agree.. there is a REASON for everything, and if you *need* those meds..well so what.. that's what they are for.. calm, serene, and tranquil are a good place to be, and so what if a little pill settles your mind, and gets you there.. never let it be said any one huge issue to be wrastled with is done alone in a family.. and you are the clutch player in the whole scheme of things.. so stay with us, as it works, take time for you, and remember we are ALWAYS here for you.. Prayers continue....Joanne
 
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elliottsmama

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I did not take anything the first two years Elliott was sick and then they deceided I needed something. It really does help and so I will take them until I believe this crap is over. You will find after a couple weeks that you cannot tell that they are helping but they are. Good luck with all you are going through. It is tough but you need to support your loved ones
 
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MARIPOSA

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Kathy, I discovered those little red pills when I went for chemo. They ALWAYS gave me one about half an hour before my treatments. I called them my little magic pills. LOL BUT, one day I was driving home from the hospital after a session and I kinda let my car slide into the car in front of me. no damage done thank goodness. Guess my foot just eased off the brake a little. the nice lady got out of her car and approached me to see if I was OK> I apologized and explained where I had just come from and that I must have still been a little dopey. she smiled and replied "well I'm a nurse at the hospital so I do understand, but the next time you take one, please have someone else drive you home".

Funny thing though, once you have been on them a while they aren't as potent and you are able to drive safely again. You'll know when it's time to stop taking them. Probably not for a very long time for you, but that's OK< you need your rest girlfriend. And to be able to remain calm and level headed is so very important right now. Just keep track of any side effects and let your doctor know if you begin having any problems with that particular medication. There are quite a few available and if one doesn't do the trick, another one might with less side effects.

tks for sharing. Mari ( I do miss my little magic pills. LOL)
 
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BostonsJ

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Kathy Popcorn got it right. I remember going through a similar circumstance. It was mind numbing to me. In fact I felt like I was walking around in a a trance. I had a panic attack one day in the grocery store over trying to decide which loaf of bread to buy.

Do whatever you need to do to to help yourself get through the coming medical treatments and stress. Hugs.....and let us know how you are doing.
 
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Jill B

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Everyone has expressed my thoughts too. You and your DH are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
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Hucc

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listen to Popcorn and Mari -- they make sense. I take Ambien from time to time and it is a HUGE help. Yes, be careful about the addiction, but taking it one or two nights a week likely won't addict you. And the doctor can help taper off.
 
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