Update!

I had 2 surgical opinions for my ruptured disk in my back this week. Still dont have anymore information that makes me feel like I have good options. The first one said the best surgery for me was to enter the front and the back. I dont feel comfortable with this as my intestines would have to be moved out of the way. With the risk I have from wls of bowel obstructions i dont feel this is a good idea. The second one was very honest and told me that he did not have a good sucess rate with the few surgeries of this nature that he had done. He did make suggestions for me. I have called back to my pain dr for a referral to UVA where I had wls done. Should get another appt soon for a neurosurgeon there. Another problem was all the meds they have me on. They will make it hard for pain treatment if i have surgery. So many things to look at in this whole deal. I have been so mentally and physically worn out here lately. Took a long nap this morning and am ready for another one. Think the fibro has flared from all my running. Weakness and pain in joints all flared up. I feel like everyonw is tired of helping me with work at home and driving. Looks that way to me though nothing has been said. Makes it hard. Hoping for some answers and wisdome soon.  Shannon

Shannon, I'm so sorry to hear what you are going through.  Praying that you will have some answers and relief soon.  Too bad you aren't closer.  I'd be more than happy to help you out and take you anywhere you needed.  Keep us informed of what's happening and know that I'm praying for you to find the answers and be pain free soon. I'd love for you to email me you address and phone number so I can call you sometime. Mary Sue

Thanks for your reply. I need all the prayers I can get right now. I will PM you my info. Wouldnt pain free be so nice for all of us. I actually had a few low pain days then had that running to do and it hit with vengeance. Im on enough pain meds to knock out a horse. You would think i wouldnt hurt, but not so.  Hugs, Shannon

Shannon, I am sorry to hear your news. I KNOW what your going thru with my neck and my back hurting. It is a ficous circle. And I imagine you are not sleeping either and ythat makes you hurt more and round and round. I will pray for you and keep in touch. Pam