outlanderSenior Contributor
rough time
is anyone around to talk to atm
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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thank you @Snowie 
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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So I went to the drs, it was very draining but at least it is over. We had a talk about the results and its not quite what we had expected. I have actually torn the intercostal muscles (so the muscles between each rib) she says there are 3 different tears in my lower ribs and all grade 2 which isnt to great... I asked her why Ive been sick if its just a pulled muscle. She said because of the extent, and the location it can make people pretty sick and can be extremely painful. It also makes sense as to why even breathing hurts atm and why when sitting for a while or after moving around more it flares back up again.
She said the 2 weeks I took off originally wouldve helped with healing however since ive been back at full capactiy it wouldve retorn it which is why the pain has flared up so much again. So its 3-4 weeks off from a lot of labouring roles and if I do exercise then I need to just take it easy and just keep it short. She said I can keep doing the horses however no heavy lifting etc. then ease back into the more physical jobs. we had a look at the blood tests and the infection markers are high, and she said she isnt sure of the cause, I told her about the trouble ive been having with my tooth and headaches and she said that it sounds like a dental abcess so it might be from that, I asked about the pancreas and she nothing seems to be wrong thats showing on bloods but she doesnt think it would be anything major but will get another ultrasound done in a few months time to see if anything has changed and then talked about how to manage this sprain. Shes given me some stronger pain meds to help cope with the pain levels and headaches as well. So lots to take in today.
She said the 2 weeks I took off originally wouldve helped with healing however since ive been back at full capactiy it wouldve retorn it which is why the pain has flared up so much again. So its 3-4 weeks off from a lot of labouring roles and if I do exercise then I need to just take it easy and just keep it short. She said I can keep doing the horses however no heavy lifting etc. then ease back into the more physical jobs. we had a look at the blood tests and the infection markers are high, and she said she isnt sure of the cause, I told her about the trouble ive been having with my tooth and headaches and she said that it sounds like a dental abcess so it might be from that, I asked about the pancreas and she nothing seems to be wrong thats showing on bloods but she doesnt think it would be anything major but will get another ultrasound done in a few months time to see if anything has changed and then talked about how to manage this sprain. Shes given me some stronger pain meds to help cope with the pain levels and headaches as well. So lots to take in today.
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
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wow sister @outlander, time to rest and recover
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
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Ooooh @outlander thats terrible you retore your muscles.
Still need to attend to that tooth ... mouth is such a buggy place ... infection is tough to treat ... salt water gargles may help in mean time. Pain also serious.
Important that your doctor is doing her due diligence, getting medical imaging and not fobbing you off ...
I got the feeling you felt she did not take you seriously earlier.
Being active ... at the right amount ... can help get your mind off pain ... but dont push yourself. You do that enough.
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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thanks @Shaz51 @Appleblossom and all those under the like button
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SnowieSenior Contributor
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@outlanderthat's not great news hun but at least you know now why you have been in such pain.
How are you today sis?
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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Evening @Snowie ❤
Yes at least there some answers now and not so much guessing or that dreadful unknown.
It has been a rough day 😞
How are you?
@Sans911 been thinking of you too and wondering how your going? ❤
Yes at least there some answers now and not so much guessing or that dreadful unknown.
It has been a rough day 😞
How are you?
@Sans911 been thinking of you too and wondering how your going? ❤
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SnowieSenior Contributor
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Hugs hun. Here if you want to talk anything through @outlander
I am ok just tired. Had psych this morning which went ok, just tires me out a lot. Spoke a bit about exposure therapy and maybe going down that path.
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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Sounds like an interesting session today @Snowie exposure therapy can be tough but night be worth giving it ago if its suitable for you...
Thank you, but atm i dont really know what is worse-talking or not talking. Just wanting the day to hurry up and be over with..
Thank you, but atm i dont really know what is worse-talking or not talking. Just wanting the day to hurry up and be over with..
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SnowieSenior Contributor
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Totally understand wanting the day just be over @outlander. I will just come sit next to then...
