Medical marijuana should be made legalSeacoastonline.comStudies have indicated medical marijuana is helpful in treating many diseases, including several forms of cancer, Alzheimer's, migraines, fibromyalgia and and more »
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Medical marijuana should be made legal - Seacoastonline.com
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Protection: What cover can fibromyalgia sufferers expect? - Citywire.co.uk
3 Jul 2009 | 4:02 pmProtection: What cover can fibromyalgia sufferers expect?Citywire.co.ukFibromyalgia causes widespread chronic pain but does not shorten life expectancy, so standard rates of life cover and more » -
North Anston woman launches fibromyalgia support group - Worksop Today
3 Jul 2009 | 3:43 amNorth Anston woman launches fibromyalgia support groupWorksop TodayA NORTH Anston woman, who spent years suffering from a distressing condition known as fibromyalgia, is now helping others with the same and more » -
Dr. Hall acknowledges real pain but disputes fibromyalgia label - Guelph Mercury
2 Jul 2009 | 9:16 pmDr. Hall acknowledges real pain but disputes fibromyalgia labelGuelph MercuryBut Dr. M. Clement Hall argues that fibromyalgia syndrome is an invention of the medical community and not a real syndrome, and he sets out to prove it in and more » -
Pain Meds for Fibromyalgia: Poll Results - About - News & Issues
2 Jul 2009 | 9:33 amAbout - News & IssuesPain Meds for Fibromyalgia: Poll ResultsAbout - News & IssuesI asked the question in response to a survey that said many of us with fibromyalgia are taking drugs that whose effectiveness is "not supported by evidence. and more »
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MedWorm: Fibromyalgia
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Senior Citizen Newbie
3 Jul 2009 | 11:21 amAuthor: Diary of a Quitter Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 8:21 pm Hey Old Geezer! Welcome to the forum, we're glad you're here. As to your question - Buprenorphine, the active ingredient in Suboxone and Subutex is an analgesic medication so it does provide some pain relief and has been used for that purpose for many years in Europe. That said, on the Suboxone manufacturers website it says that Suboxone is not indicated for the management of chronic pain. Some people are able to get pain relief from Suboxone, some find that it isn't enough. The bad thing about that is that when you're on Suboxone… -
Central motor control failure in fibromyalgia: a surface electromyography study
30 Jun 2009 | 3:00 pmBackground: Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterised by diffuse musculoskeletal pain and stiffness at multiple sites, tender points in characteristic locations, and the frequent presence of symptoms such as fatigue. The aim of this study was to assess whether the myoelectrical manifestations of fatigue in patients affected by FM are central or peripheral in origin. Methods: Eight female patients aged 55.6+/-13.6 years (FM group) and eight healthy female volunteers aged 50.3+/-9.3 years (MCG) were studied by means of non-invasive surface electromyography (s-EMG) involving a linear array of 16… -
Milnacipran: A serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor for the management of fibromyalgia syndrome
30 Jun 2009 | 3:00 pmMilnacipran was recently approved by FDA for the management of fibromyalgia syndrome. Clinical trials have demonstrated that this agent may be a reasonable alternative or adjunct therapy for patients with fibromyalgia syndrome who are unable to tolerate first-line tricyclic antidepressant therapy. (Source: Modern Medicine) -
Epidemiology, costs, and the economic burden of fibromyalgia
29 Jun 2009 | 3:00 pmThe assumption, that fibromyalgia is associated with a maior impact on the utilization of both healthcare and non-healthcare resources has not been thoroughly supported by many evidence-based data. Despite the differences between health care and sociopolitical systems in various countries, more recent results from epidemiological research now clearly demonstrate the socioeconomic burden of fibromyalgia and its comorbidities. The costs of the disease, calculated in single studies and countries, allow estimates for populations in other countries. The alarming results highlight the urgent need… -
Cymbalta Drug Profile
29 Jun 2009 | 3:00 pmCymbalta is an antidepressant in the SNRI class - a serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor. Cymbalta - generic duloxetine hydrochloride - is prescribed for the treatment of major depression and the pain associated with diabetic neuropathy. Cymbalta also has some significant off-label uses including bipolar disorder and fibromyalgia. (Source: About.com Bipolar Disorder)
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About.com: Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome & Mitochondrial Dysfunction
4 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amMitochondrial dysfunction is getting more and more attention as an underlying mechanism of chronic fatigue syndrome. Dr. Sarah Myhill, a UK doctor who was an early proponent of this... -
The 4th of July & Frazzled Nerves with Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
2 Jul 2009 | 5:05 pmI used to love fireworks. Growing up, the popping, sizzling sounds were a herald of summer and a reminder of picnics, pools and fun in the sun. Now, I hate... -
Pain Meds for Fibromyalgia: Poll Results
2 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amIn a recent poll, I asked what pain meds work for you. The results are interesting, to say the least! I asked the question in response to a survey that... -
Drug Profiles for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
1 Jul 2009 | 5:00 amI wanted to call your attention to something new I'm working on: drug profiles. I published several supplement profiles awhile back and you responded so strongly to them that... -
FDA May Ban Common Fibromyalgia Painkillers
30 Jun 2009 | 2:31 pmBREAKING NEWS: A federal advisory panel has recommended that the FDA ban Vicodin and Percocet -- two painkillers used widely by people with fibromyalgia and a multitude of other chronic...
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The Fibromyalgia Experiment
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Spammers & Holidays
4 Jul 2009 | 11:53 amSometimes it seems like the only people who work on the holidays are spammers. Spammers hit sites in hope that the owners are out of town and won’t catch it. Especially over the 4th of July weekend I seem to be getting a lot of spam that was written while drunk and uses an excess of curse words. I wish there was legal help for sheer annoyance the way there are Mesothelioma lawyers. I use to think that spam was hard enough to understand, but the spam I’ve gotten today is just totally incomprehensible and funny. -
Fibro & Schedules
3 Jul 2009 | 4:53 pmIt’s frustrating that I can never schedule anything because I never know how I will feel. Lately this has started to effect my work. Many freelancers find it helpful to work at a set time every day to get into a routine without burning out. I’ve been watching my body closely to see what times of day I feel best. Of course with fibro, feeling my best means my laptop isn’t too heavy or feel like it’s eating away my skin when I’m working. I know that my best time is not in the morning I wish we didn’t even have mornings. I think I do OK in the late afternoon… -
Fibro minus Environmental Stress
3 Jul 2009 | 12:52 pmI recently moved to a quiet apartment in a warmer climate at a lower elevation. I also bought a new mattress and am trying to worry less about work. Unfortunately, all of this happened at the same time so it’s hard to tell what has made a difference and how much of a difference it has made. I was shocked to see how much difference it makes just to have quiet. I used to be constantly tense because I’d get woken up several times a night. I had looked at industrial products and even bought a pair of ear plugs that construction workers wear to no avail. Then I’d try to grab a… -
Freelancing & Stress
16 Jun 2009 | 3:46 pmThis blog post was originally going to be about whether happiness hurts writing. Luckily, I don’t have that problem today I’m feeling discouraged. I understand that I’m lucky to be able to work around my fibromyalgia and do something I love. Maybe I’m just focusing on too many different areas. I write for residuals, I blog, I write articles for companies. It takes every form just to pay my meager bills every month. Sometimes I wish my work came with POS systems, like my writing had a bar code on it that tells me how much it’s really worth. I find myself afraid… -
Finding a bed for fibromyalgia
11 Jun 2009 | 7:29 amLike most other fibromites I’ve struggled with finding a decent bed. I’ve tried them all. It’s just me, so during the move I could make it with just my car. Driving a truck down here was going to cost as much as a new bed. No matter which mattress I chose I always have to use a feather bed and then a memory foam topper on top of that one. Most mattresses have tufting or diverts that cause me pain. I’ve tried a memory foam bed but it was too expensive and wasn’t soft enough. So my great plan was to just sleep on a futon with all the toppers on it. That plan…
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Fibromyalgia is a Condition that Causes Pain and Many Unpleasant Symptoms
30 Jun 2009 | 6:51 amThis article gives an overview of fibromyalgia in all basic aspects of this painful disorder.Source: Jennifer KirkmanPublished: Jun 30, 2009 -
How a Car Accident Lead Me to Discover I Had Fibromyalgia
11 Jun 2009 | 1:39 pmFinding out that I had Fibromyalgia at the same time I am having my second child. Not only is it an intensely painful disease, but one that is often misdiagnosed. Source: Lisa CareyPublished: Jun 11, 2009 -
Fibromyalgia and Rainy Days
11 Jun 2009 | 5:54 amDealing with Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are challenging when the weather is good, but when it changes, my symptoms worsen and then things really get tough.Source: Peggy MontgomeryPublished: Jun 11, 2009 -
Fibromyalgia and Vitamin B1
22 May 2009 | 7:24 amFoods to possibly aid in the stiffness aspect of FibromyalgiaSource: Sandra A. FlowersPublished: May 22, 2009 -
National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day - Lights of Hope Candlelight Observance
11 May 2009 | 10:21 amOn May 12, the National Fibromyalgia Association (www.fmaware.org) will be hosting a WALK and candlelight observance at the Sacramento state Capitol Building as part of National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day. Source: Corin WalsonPublished: May 11, 2009
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My Fibro Blog
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No winning with fibro.. just adapting
16 Jun 2009 | 12:02 amLast night on twitter @nursebc1974 posted a very line about Fibro, “No winning with fibro.. just adapting.” LOL think that is so true, because just when we think we have something figured out, something new comes up. you can follow me on twitter @cnystedt. I would one day like to figure out how to get off all of the meds and not be in so much pain. This is why next month I am going to the US to get help. I am not sure where this journey will lead me, but I hope for the best and wish for much improvement. The place that I am going is Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Center, and they… -
Low Vit D Levels
15 Jun 2009 | 11:55 pmIt has been a while since I have posted and I am sorry that I have not posted in such a long time. Between work and not sleeping that much, my time for thinking or writing has been short. I love my job (was promoted in January to Managing Director of our company) and it has been a lifesaver and also the thing that may have made my Fibro worst. But with out work, I am not sure where I would be today, because that is what keeps me sine and gets me up each morning. In February I was even in hospital because I needed help with pain management. I think it also had to do with two very long trips to… -
Traveling with Fibromyalgia
8 Dec 2008 | 3:44 pmWe have returned from a visit to the US to be with family for Thanksgiving. It was a wonderful trip but a very busy trip with not much relaxing. Also it was really cold while we were there (which is not normal for this time of the year) and I had to find some warm clothes. One thing that I had to remember quickly was to dress in layers, because while it was cold outside it was really warm inside. I have a hard time with temperature sensitivity, as I go to one extreme to another. Now I just have to get my body clock be in time with Dubai time, this is why I am writing this post at 3:30am and… -
UAE Fibro Community
11 Nov 2008 | 7:07 amHello, I know it has been a while since I have made a post, and I am sorry for that. Can I just say that things have been so busy!!! I am not sure if I am going or coming some days. There are still good and bad days for me, and I am working on having more good days. I have been exercising and that has taken a toll. When I get back from gym I am so tired, and I can sleep for a long time. This is not good when it is first thing in the morning and I have to get to work. I am not sure why I am so tired after the gym, I was never like this before. On another note my muscles seems to like to be… -
UAE Study Shows Yoga an Effective Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis
5 Oct 2008 | 11:24 pmIt seems my doctor, Dr. Badsha, conducted a pilot study on the affects of yoga on rheumatoid arthritis patients. This study found that yoga can have important physical and psychological benefits to rheumatoid arthritis, patients. Read the article at the Eye of Dubai. A pilot study conducted in the UAE reveals 12 sessions of yoga significantly improved the conditions of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. This study was presented before the 13th Congress of the Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology in Yokohama, Japan by a team of Specialists in the United Arab Emirates. “It is…
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My Life with Fibro
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Thank You FibroFolks! Chronic Pain and Taking Time to Be
25 Jun 2009 | 9:43 pmI am preparing to leave on vacation, but I would be remiss if I did not take time out of my evening to stop and give thanks for the outpouring of support I have received over the past few days. Within minutes of my last post, my inbox, comment queue, and Twitter mentions list were filling up with words of advice, personal experiences, and encouraging bits of scripture and verse. Although I have had previous opportunities to see members of the fibrofolks community reach out to lift and encourage, I have never been as moved as I was this week. Since my first message regarding my last… -
Please Help! Fibromyalgia and My Breaking Point
22 Jun 2009 | 9:01 pmFibrofolks, I need your help. Desperately. But first I ask, that like any good friend, you allow me to vent... a necessary step in identifying just what sort of help I need. I hate feeling like a fool each time I go to the doctor. I hate invisible pain from an invisible cause. I hate being unable to drive without nearly vomiting from pain. I hate hurting so badly I can't maintain my composure. I hate when pain demands attention. I hate that I can't go more than an hour without mentioning my pain. I hate that I'm a wuss with new pain, yet am nearly unfazed by fibromyalgia and… -
Fibromyalgia and Endless Appointments and Judgmental Folks
16 Jun 2009 | 7:53 pmSometimes I feel insecure about the quantity of medical appointments I have had this year. But today I realized something. If I don't jump all over minor issues, as they arise, I'll be mugged by a flare up... eventually. So, to those of you who don't understand the nature of chronic pain conditions, and think I'm a wuss who spends too much time with a doctor... keep it to yourself. Please. Your judgments don't enrich the world. In fact, I don't think they do anything but reassure you that your over-scheduled, passive-aggressive life will in fact make you better than me (although the… -
A Year Ago on My Life with Fibro
9 Jun 2009 | 6:45 pmBeing Overwhelmed with (not by) Fibromyalgia: This seems to be a trend. Not just with this blog... but with my life since March. I begin a project with an idea, I plan it out (an extra-essential step for fibrofolks), and I execute. I do not, however, persist. I put things on hold. I rest up. Perhaps I start something new. Finally, I revisit the project or task when my brain regains its capacity for said project. This routine has an obvious, and potentially ruinous, flaw. Being Overwhelmed by (not with) Fibromyalgia: I plan simply to feel prepared. I do not plan to know what… -
Fibromyalgia and the Flector Patch
1 Jun 2009 | 9:32 pmPer my chiropractor's advice, I went to visit a medical doctor Friday morning... except mine was out until today, so I saw the nurse practitioner. Long story short, she thinks I've rapidly developed scoliosis. And she thinks this rapid change in my lower back is causing my mid-to-upper back to pull to the right. Or something like that. She says it's hereditary (even though none of my family has it). And she says nothing can be done (even though she recommended two treatments). The first treatment is one my chiropractor recommended nearly a decade ago, for another ailment with…
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Daily Strength: Fibromyalgia
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The Week In Tragedy...5 Things we can Learn.
30 Jun 2009 | 5:12 pm1) Demerol: I'll never forget a lecture I attended as a resident by a well known toxicologist who said Demerol should be pulled from the market...that it doesn't work any better than any other pain medication and patients love the high it gives them. The American Pain Society said in 2003 th... -
A New Medication for Weight Loss
26 Jun 2009 | 8:13 pmI save prescribing the weight loss medications, like Meridia of Xenical, for those who have made a good faith effort at serious diet and lifestyle changes. This is true for me because many of the weight loss medications carry risks and side effects and don't have sustainable resul... -
"Fill all thy bones with aches." What to do for Some Common Orthopedic Complaints
14 Jun 2009 | 8:20 pmAches and pains, swelling, clicking, popping and soreness in our joints and muscles are common complaints in doctor's offices and at dinner parties. Listed here are common orthopedic ailments I hear about that may have come on suddenly, yet have persisted and often have some easy remedies. ... -
Danny Gans, Dilaudid, and the Rising Issue of Prescription Drug Abuse
9 Jun 2009 | 7:11 pmThe Las Vegas Coroner just released that Danny Gans, the well known Las Vegas Entertainer, had toxic levels of hydromorphone (Dilaudid) in his system and died from an accidental overdose. We aren’t sure what happened here but as we have seen with Anna Nicole and Heath Ledger, prescription... -
Top 10 Things I am Asked About in my Practice:
31 May 2009 | 7:15 pm1) Do I need an annual physical? As many of you know Medicare does NOT cover annual physicals... so the question is do you really need one? For females over 40 you need to come in for an annual mammogram, and either a once a year or every three years (in low- risk folks) Pap smear. For men and women...
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WordPress Tag: Fibromyalgia
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Dreaming-v-Sleeping
4 Jul 2009 | 11:43 pmI love the song Dreaming by Loudon Wainright III, although he must have written in it one of his more depressed moments and it usually makes me cry, but I realise that I definitely can’t agree with the sentiments (which is no bad thing!), and in particular the last verse, so here’s his last verse and my fibromyalgia and RA-induced response! Given that last night I dreamed I was a vampire with amnesia who had no idea why a friend of mine had vanished, because I’d forgotten I’d had her for breakfast, you can see why I’d rather have a good bit of deep sleep!! Part… -
Physical Therapist position available at Mission Hills Physical Therapy
4 Jul 2009 | 12:48 pmPhysical Therapist – Full time and Part time openings available in progressive outpatient manual therapy clinic. Are you a Physical Therapist who is ready to take your skills and training to the next level? Are you frustrated with difficult and chronic cases? Do you want to be able to help…. Truly help clear patients of chronic conditions; Conditions that have been un-helped with standard quality physical therapy? When you hear the words “usual predictors of outcome” used to justify why a Fibromyalgia or Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy or Multiple Sclerosis patient won’t get any… -
Inexpensive, highly sensitive VCST neurotoxin test is often positive, in fibromyalgia.
4 Jul 2009 | 10:54 amThe inexpensive, highly sensitive VCST neurotoxin test is often positive, in fibromyalgia. DISCLAIMER The purpose of this article is to educate. This article does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and is not a substitute for examination, testing, diagnosis and treatment, by a qualified, licensed health care professional. Lupus, Lymes, Fibromyalgia, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome are frequently caused by neurotoxins, produced by fungi, or parasites, including Borrellia, and Babesia. Parkinson’s Disease can also be caused by Lymes. Usually, these parasites are extremely… -
Did You Know . . .
4 Jul 2009 | 4:24 am+ Nearly 1 in 2 Americans live with a chronic condition? + 96% of illness is invisible? + 75% of marriages end in divorce when illness is present? + 79% of suicides have uncontrollable physical pain as a factor? My illness is invisible. But the pain is real. Join me — a fibromyalgia sufferer for 16 years – in supporting National Invisible Chronic Illness Awareness Week, Sept 14-20, 2009. Care enough to be Informed. Little things DO make a difference. http://www.invisibleillness.com -
The Anthem of My Marriage
3 Jul 2009 | 11:05 pmI enjoy Rob Thomas’ music. His soulful voice and song writing appeal to me. With the release o
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The Anthem of My Marriage
3 Jul 2009 | 11:05 pmI enjoy Rob Thomas’ music. His soulful voice and song writing appeal to me. With the release of his new solo album Cradlesong, fans of Rob are getting a rare and intimate look into his personal life. The first single, Her Diamonds, was inspired by Thomas’ wife, Marisol, who in recent years has struggled with an [...] -
Fibromyalgia: The Great Momentum Equalizer
29 Jun 2009 | 12:37 pmWow! Last week was bad. Hell really. One of my most intense flare-ups I have had in a while; the kind of pain and fatigue that literally distorts your facial features. The few times I bothered to look in the mirror last week and take inventory, I was amazed at how awful the stranger peering [...] -
I Am Feeling So Lucky and Supported!
19 Jun 2009 | 1:35 pmLast night I had another great Fibromyalgia support group meeting. The structure of the meeting was new for the group; each of us brought books we have read that have had a positive impact on our lives in one way or another. Members brought books on topics from self-help and memoir writing to Lake Wobegon. A very [...] -
Fibromyalgia Newsletters are a Great Information Resource
17 Jun 2009 | 1:36 pmEvery morning I sit down at my computer and go directly to my e-mail. Usually much has transpired since I last checked in (because my “morning” is most people’s afternoon). I subscribe to many heath & wellness site newsletters – WebMD, ProHealth, Everyday Health, etc.. Most newsletters come once a month, and I am always [...] -
Embrace Your Individuality and Honor Your Contribution
12 Jun 2009 | 2:50 pmYesterday was graduation day. I cheered as my niece received her 8th grade promotion and teared watching my nephew receive his high school diploma. So proud of both of them! It was a great and emotional day filled with special moments and wonderful speeches. The valedictorian at my nephew’s graduation gave a funny and moving speech. [...]
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Fibromyalgia News Around the Web
3 Jul 2009 | 3:00 amFibromyalgia, Depression and Suicide How does fibromyalgia, depression and suicide relate to one another? Is there a connection? Many with fibromyalgia have fought not to be labeled as “depressed.” This leads many to refuse antidepressants, not wanting to be placed in that category. Because if that happens, the doctor refuses to explore any other possibility. Does that sound like the thoughts and feeling that you may have had before being diagnosed with fibromyalgia? But, is depression a far cry from fibromyalgia? It’s more like the scenario: Which came first, the chicken or the… -
Interstitial Cystitis News Around the Web
3 Jul 2009 | 2:00 amUro Today: Neuromodulation 10 Years On: How Widely Should We Use This Technique in Bladder Dysfunction? – Abstract There has been growing interest in sacral nerve stimulation in the management of both overactivity syndromes and nonobstructive voiding dysfunction. Its increased use has led to a growth in experience with this treatment and where and when it is best used. At this point, some technical aspects of the use of neuromodulation have become more standardized and the next stages of research will hopefully shed light on how to maximize the efficacy of the technique. Interstitial… -
Five Things You Should Never Say to Someone with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
2 Jul 2009 | 7:01 pmI submitted an article for a contest tonight to Health Fitness How To and wanted to provide a link for all of you to check it out! I talk about several of the comments and remarks we receive by people who don’t understand CFS. I hope you enjoy it and please feel free to link to it from your site and you can also click on the link at the end of this post and it will take you directly to the site it is posted on. At the end of the article, you can click on Article Source and from there you can copy and paste the entire article and include it on your blog or website. Five Things You… -
Will Acetaminophen Drugs Be Restricted by the FDA?
2 Jul 2009 | 2:00 amThis week an advisory committee voted to ban prescription pain medications Vicodin and Percocet, and to lower the amounts of Acetaminophen in products that we can currently purchase over the counter (Tylenol, several cold medicines, aspirin and Nyquil). The advisory committee wants restrictions placed on Acetaminophen-containing products to help prevent a possible severe side effect of the drug – liver toxicity and possible deaths due to overdoses. While the FDA doesn’t have to follow the advisory committee’s suggestions, they typically do. According to the news… -
Recovery From Surgery Slow
1 Jul 2009 | 2:00 amIt is one week today since my surgery and I still feel as though I am recovering from the anesthesia. I actually have more pain in my leg now than what I did the first couple of days after my surgery. I was at the doctor’s office yesterday because of the pus coming out of the incision on my groin and he said that it wasn’t bad and just to put peroxide on it and to keep the area dry. How in the world do I keep the groin area dry in the summer heat? Easier said than done. My blood pressure was up again today – 128/82, which is not that high but for me it is. My…
