Arthritis Pain Relief » treatment http://arthritispainguide.com Free Help and Information Thu, 24 May 2012 10:54:15 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 So my Dad has Hepatitis C, and he won’t get treatment.? http://arthritispainguide.com/so-my-dad-has-hepatitis-c-and-he-wont-get-treatment/ http://arthritispainguide.com/so-my-dad-has-hepatitis-c-and-he-wont-get-treatment/#comments Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:51:48 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/so-my-dad-has-hepatitis-c-and-he-wont-get-treatment/ Does anyone have any advice on how to urge my father into getting treated for his Hep C? The doc’s found out he had it when he went to get life insurance. Unfortunately, Hep C means no life insurance.

So, now that he knows he’s got it, and Rheumatoid Arthritis, does anyone have any suggestions on how I can convince him to get treated for Hep C? Its contagious and kills people, and I’d really like to have my Dad around a lot longer.
It is Chronic, and the problem is, since his divorce from my mother, he could care less about my brothers and myself. He breaks plans almost 100% of the time and ignores any attempt at contact.

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/so-my-dad-has-hepatitis-c-and-he-wont-get-treatment/feed/ 0 my rabbit has cancer,should i get her treatment? http://arthritispainguide.com/my-rabbit-has-cancershould-i-get-her-treatment/ http://arthritispainguide.com/my-rabbit-has-cancershould-i-get-her-treatment/#comments Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:52:29 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/my-rabbit-has-cancershould-i-get-her-treatment/ shes 6 and a half, been losing muscle and fat around the spine and hips, vet said it was from age( shes an ex breeding rabbit), she also has arthritis in her joints. she was diagnosed with adenacarcinoma of the uterus (cancer) lastweek, vet says its cureable if i get her desexed, which im willing to do but…

if i do get her the surgery i feel like im just prolonging her suffering and i dont want to keep her alie for my emotional sake, i want whats best for her and so far all the vet nurses and vets are saying that the surgery is risky in a rabbit her age and that it wouldnt be a good idea because she should just be left to be comfortable and at peace untill the cancer pain really makes her suffer, instead of removing an organ which may cure her, but chances are its spread to others already, the vet says the surgery will be traumatic for her and theres not much i can do for her arthritic feet and hips so if i do get the surgery, she’ll be in pain for longer.
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please help, do i operate, or make her cmfortable? im willing to buy pain killers for her, i want whats best for her, not to prolong her suffering so that im emotionaly satisfied

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/my-rabbit-has-cancershould-i-get-her-treatment/feed/ 0 Pain Treatment / being reasonable? / how to bring up the topic? http://arthritispainguide.com/pain-treatment-being-reasonable-how-to-bring-up-the-topic/ http://arthritispainguide.com/pain-treatment-being-reasonable-how-to-bring-up-the-topic/#comments Mon, 16 Apr 2012 22:52:10 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/pain-treatment-being-reasonable-how-to-bring-up-the-topic/ I was Dx-ed with Moderate Plaque Psoriasis and Psorotic Arthritis with nail dystrophy back in 2006. It eventually got to the point I was put on Enbrel because the pain in my extreme lower back was so bad I couldn’t get out of bed in the mornings and my fingernails came off. I did great on the Enbrel till January of 2010 when I developed HPV legions. I’ve had colorectal surgery 3 times since then and because Enbrel really hurts your immune system, they are asking me to not take it any more so the virus can clear itself. Now I’m stuck not only with the pain of the virus (its in a very bad place for pain) but also the seizing pain from my PA. I’ve noticed that when I’m recovering from surgery I can’t take my Enbrel but they give me medication for the pain of the procedure recovery. I’ve noticed that this medication also greatly improves my PA pain and I feel like a can lead a semi productive life again. Do you think it would be reasonable to seek help for my pain while I’m off my medication for PA? Since I’ve had this surgery 3 times I’ve become a bit resistant to the medication and I do have minor withdrawals when I stop taking the pills. I would rate my daily pain right now as about an 8 out of 10…around the same pain level as when I had gout. It’s always a very difficult topic to bring up to my doctor as I have some weird guilt about asking for narcotics and I don’t know why because I generally feel I need help and I don’t abuse medications. What would be a good way for me to bring this up? Not looking to justify my decision…just looking for an honest opinion from someone in the medical field.

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/pain-treatment-being-reasonable-how-to-bring-up-the-topic/feed/ 0 Arthritis treatment for my dog? http://arthritispainguide.com/arthritis-treatment-for-my-dog/ http://arthritispainguide.com/arthritis-treatment-for-my-dog/#comments Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:51:02 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/arthritis-treatment-for-my-dog/ My dog is a mixed breed–not sure of what–and she’s 8 years old. She’s always been fairly active, but lately she’s slowed down, is very cautious about jumping onto the bed or couch, and seems generally down in the dumps. Could she be experiencing arthritic symptoms?
I gave her one enteric-coated low dose aspirin today, as that’s the only aspirin I had available. What’s a good dosage for her? Should I try a different kind? How often should I give it to her? When should I take her to the vet? She doesn’t seem in agony, she’s not limping, she just seems slower-moving than usual. Appetite’s fine.
She weighs about 45 lbs.
Thanks!

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/arthritis-treatment-for-my-dog/feed/ 0 Treatment for stress fracture in leg? http://arthritispainguide.com/treatment-for-stress-fracture-in-leg/ http://arthritispainguide.com/treatment-for-stress-fracture-in-leg/#comments Mon, 16 Apr 2012 04:50:35 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/treatment-for-stress-fracture-in-leg/ My doctor called and said I ha a stress fracture in both my legs/ankle area. My right ankle has been throbbing since the summer but hurts to touch right above it on my leg. (it’s my inner ankle too). So finally a couple weeks ago we go a bone scan an both Les came up w/ stress fractures. My left leg has never bothered m b4 but it did hurt to touch right above the ankle a little.The doctor sai the right leg was a lot worse. He’s sending me to a sports medicine Doctor tht I’m going to this week. (I forgot to tell u I am a dancer and almost 16 and female). I have competitions coming up and the docto said he’s not sure if I’ll be able to compete and I could be castes but he’s not sure and it’s up to the orthopedics.

Also I’ve had this raised bruise on my Right leg for a few month and I still hurts to touch it’s on my shin. I’m pretty sure thts not where the stress fracture is b/c my ankle has been hurting a while b4 I got tht bruise but could I hve a fracture there too?

Is it normal to have “growing pains”/ achey legs eveyday when sitting at a desk or standing? I think I could have arthritis.

Do I have stress fractures of the tibia or ankle?

Do you know what they’re going to do for double stress fractures?

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/treatment-for-stress-fracture-in-leg/feed/ 0 My new job has a waiting period of three months for health insurance but we need medical treatment now!? http://arthritispainguide.com/my-new-job-has-a-waiting-period-of-three-months-for-health-insurance-but-we-need-medical-treatment-now/ http://arthritispainguide.com/my-new-job-has-a-waiting-period-of-three-months-for-health-insurance-but-we-need-medical-treatment-now/#comments Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:53:09 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/my-new-job-has-a-waiting-period-of-three-months-for-health-insurance-but-we-need-medical-treatment-now/ My wife has been having serious difficulties with her joints, fatigue, etc. Got bad enough that she ended up losing her job. Doctor told her a couple weeks ago she has rheumatoid arthritis, and that he wanted to do more tests for fibromyalgia. He started her on some medications, but then I got laid off from work! I found a new job, but I learned today that they have a three month waiting period before health benefits kick in (this is the first time an employer of mine did that, came as a surprise). She has medications for pain, as well as psychiatric medications to treat bipolar disorder and anxiety. Some can be found generic, but others are insanely expensive (Seroquel = $800 for a months supply? Really?). I also don’t know what medications her doctor will prescribe, or how much her doctors appointments will be.

In addition, we have a four year old son. Luckily I had enough notice before I lost my last job to get him completely up to date on his physical/immunization/etc. I also have anxiety issues myself that have been treated in the past, but I tried not to medicate. Things have been very tough lately, though, and I was thinking of going back for treatment.

We live in NY state. I’m worried social services is going to see I’m employed and make a decent salary ($48k) and tell me to shove off, but even with my salary I can’t afford all these medications or doctors appointments!

Any suggestions? Options?
Thanks for the answers so far. I worked for this employer for 8 months before layoffs (school teacher, moved here for the job and low enrollments forced the program to close). They did offer COBRA but it was at an insane price ($1600/month). As I was unemployed and only receiving about half of my salary through UI, and my wife was completely unemployed, I would not have been able to even pay the rent, let alone pay for groceries. We already turned her car in to the bank to lessen the monthly bills.

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/my-new-job-has-a-waiting-period-of-three-months-for-health-insurance-but-we-need-medical-treatment-now/feed/ 0 What is the best treatment for fibromyalgia with joint and muscle pain? http://arthritispainguide.com/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-fibromyalgia-with-joint-and-muscle-pain/ http://arthritispainguide.com/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-fibromyalgia-with-joint-and-muscle-pain/#comments Sun, 01 Apr 2012 22:52:07 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-fibromyalgia-with-joint-and-muscle-pain/ I’ve been diagnosed with it and also have osteoarthritis in my hip. So I need a second hip replacement soon. I’m in a lot of pain and all I’m taking is low dose Prednisone, Motrin and Tylenol.

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/what-is-the-best-treatment-for-fibromyalgia-with-joint-and-muscle-pain/feed/ 4 I think Cancer is a sign from God and I’m morally against treatment, can I ban my employees from treatment? http://arthritispainguide.com/i-think-cancer-is-a-sign-from-god-and-im-morally-against-treatment-can-i-ban-my-employees-from-treatment/ http://arthritispainguide.com/i-think-cancer-is-a-sign-from-god-and-im-morally-against-treatment-can-i-ban-my-employees-from-treatment/#comments Sat, 31 Mar 2012 10:54:51 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/i-think-cancer-is-a-sign-from-god-and-im-morally-against-treatment-can-i-ban-my-employees-from-treatment/ If i have a deep religious belief that Cancer is a punishment from God then I don’t want my employees seeking treatment with my insurance that I provide. Can I ban this from my insurance policy?

Republican Roy Blunt has an amendment that says I can. They are going to vote on it soon. Will this allow me to discriminate against all of those people? I also am morally against treating HIV, Parkingsons,Lupus,Diabetes,Arthritis, and most broken bones. Should I thank Roy Blunt for his intelligence to bring up a bill like this?
Birth Control is a medical treatment for cancer and many other problems not just for birth control and this bill isn’t just about that but ANY condition my employer says he is morally against.

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/i-think-cancer-is-a-sign-from-god-and-im-morally-against-treatment-can-i-ban-my-employees-from-treatment/feed/ 0 10 year old GSD with Spondylosis – will chiropractor or laser treatment work? http://arthritispainguide.com/10-year-old-gsd-with-spondylosis-will-chiropractor-or-laser-treatment-work/ http://arthritispainguide.com/10-year-old-gsd-with-spondylosis-will-chiropractor-or-laser-treatment-work/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 16:50:33 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/10-year-old-gsd-with-spondylosis-will-chiropractor-or-laser-treatment-work/ My 10 year GSD has been diagnosed with advanced spondylosis – he has developed bone spurs in his lumbar sacral spine area including the pelvis. He was diagnosed at 7 years of age. Since July of 2010 he has been on Medicam every day which has really helped him.

However, his condition has deterioriated in the last month and the Medicam although helping is not completely relieving his pain. He is still however very happy, wants to go out for walks (which I limit to 20 minutes) and is still eager to eat and be part of my life.

I also have a giant bed for him, and dont over-exercise him (that really bothers him). He is not fat.

MY QUESTION: I’m hoping for anecdotal experience from anyone who has used a chiropractor or laser to treat this condition – or arthritis in general.

I have an appointment Monday with my vet to discuss, so please don’t tell me to go to the vet.

In particular – I am wondering what option you would recommend I try first – and also, if people have seen immediate results from chiropractor adjustments and/or how many treatments your dog required.

Same with Laser.

I appreciate any insights from people who have used one or both of these treatment methods for their dogs. I intend to keep him on the Medicam . Thank you
Lorraine. I will update you by email if you would like. My vet has recently purchased a laser (3 weeks ago) and also recently has a dog chiropractor come to her office once a week for treatments.

I have gone to this vet for many years and trust her. But since these treatments are relatively new (for her), I’m hoping to hear from others.

To qualify my expectations: I discussed this with the vet tech on the phone this week – basically, the chiropractor adjustment is intended to help alleviate any pain due to compression. My vet has told me my dog can be feeling pain equivalent to what humans feel with Sciatica.

Adjustments of the spine wont cure the disease, just help palliate it.

The laser is intended to stimulate blood supply to the area- both treatments are palliative in nature. But I feel at least one is worth trying.

I’m leaning towards chiropractor adjustment but am hoping someone has tried this already.

Naturally, my vet will re-examine my dog on Monday – my purpose

]]> http://arthritispainguide.com/10-year-old-gsd-with-spondylosis-will-chiropractor-or-laser-treatment-work/feed/ 0 what kind of pain treatment can i expect? http://arthritispainguide.com/what-kind-of-pain-treatment-can-i-expect/ http://arthritispainguide.com/what-kind-of-pain-treatment-can-i-expect/#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:51:34 +0000 admin http://arthritispainguide.com/what-kind-of-pain-treatment-can-i-expect/ I am 19 years old. Ive been roughed up doing martial arts for many years of my life. And i have have been jumped by gang kids and beat with things. I have also been in a car wreck.
My mother has rheumatoid arthritis and fibromyalgia.
my back consistently hurts, my shoulders, hips, knees, ankles, hands, wrists and neck hurt most of the time.
I cant work out as often, i can go running, i cant sit for long periods of time.. and i take Ambien to sleep and i still cant sleep well. anf for some reason my muscles have a dull achy pain most of the time.
If i go see a doctor or a pain specialist, what do you think they will do to try to help?
Doctors advice, people currectly in pain treatment, you input is expecially helpful. particularly if you have any advice or warnings

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