My back Dr Appointment.

Thought I would share the results of my Dr.'s Appointment with those that didnt get to hear it Thursday night.  The surgery I had Sept 30th, did fix the problem they went in to fix, BUT my problems are obvisouly deeper then what we all originally thought. I am in worst pain then before surgery.  My original back injury was i***** and I have been in physical therapy 4 different times since then. I wasnt seeing a specialist all those years I was afraid of getting surgery on my back.  Now I  kinda wish I would have because my damage may be there the rest of my life and I may have to just live with the cronic pain.  He wants to see me in 3 months, if I am not better then he said he wants to do a ct scan that I wont enjoy at all. He said it will be very uncomfortable but needs to be done, they will put a needle in my back. I am ok with that, he is worried that I have severe nerve damage.  I did tell him however that I would go though the testing but unless he can give me some sort of guarantee that he can fix the pain I dont think at this point i want any more surgeries. I only did it this time to stay out of a wheel chair and I would do it again if it meant me walking but if its not a very high chance of fixing my pain I dont want to continue with the surgeries. There are people out there who suffer much worse, I will just get used to living without being able to work outside my home and be happy that I am not worse then I am. God tells us he only gives us what we can handle so I will learn to just handle, Our God is an awesome God and I know he will take care of me.

Well thats my little update, all prayers are very welcomed as always.

Love and hugs to all, thanks for being a wonderful family!

Sassy, I am sorry you are going through this, but you are right, your path may go in a new direction, but the outcome will still be good.

Sassy,

I hat eto hear that you are suffering from back pain I know how bad that can be. I too have refused surgery. I will add prayers that you get  to feeling better and that Gods Will is done in your life.

Sassy, get a second opinion please.  Don't accept the word of one person.  He may be a wonderful and skilled surgeon but he is human.  You need a fresh eye on this.  Don't accept a life of pain.  That could be the final verdict but you still need to explore the options out there.

Denise

Sassy, I am so sorry that you are having problems. Sounds like we have a lot in common. I get disability because of my back issues and I have chronic pain as well. No more surgeries for me either. I hope your issues can be resolved. I will be praying for you.
EMily

I literally feel your pain.  I am herniated between L2/L3 and collapsed at L4/L5.  Getting a second opinion is a great idea.  Just maybe there's something they can spot the other doctor missed.

Hugs and warm wishes!

Thank you all very much!!!! This was my 2nd surgery, the first surgery and first dr chopped me up pretty good!!! So this dr went in and fixed what he screwed up so to speak!  But I agree on getting more then one opinion! You are all so wonderful and I love you all.

Bless your heart, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.. And pray you will be heeled and wont have to live in a life of pain..

Thinking of you,
Sheila

I'm sorry to hear you are having trouble. I have a chronic bladder disease, which causes chronic pain in the bladder, pelvic, and kidney areas. It was difficult accepting that there is just simply nothing that can be done and I was not going to be able to work any longer. I went through 3 bladder surgeries with no relief so like you I have decided to deal with it and move on. I am thinking about going to a chronic pain doctor, but don't really know what they actually do, but it may be something for you to consider. I hope everything works out for you.

Sweetcakes, I the power of FAITH< BELIEF< is the greatest healer. I know he can cure you..