“I teach something called The Law of Probabilities, which says the more things you try, the more likely one of them will work. The more books you read, the more likely one of them will have an answer to a question that could solve the major problems of your life.. make you wealthier, solve a [...]
Category: Medication
Enjoy the Ride
November 9, 2011 – 9:00 am
The ride isn’t always smooth, but it’s always eventful. After the neurologist appointment Monday morning, it seems I will be investigated for potential Multiple Sclerosis. My thought: “DUH, I already knew that! I’m considering it probable MS.” Following an electrifying nerve test and rather painful EMG, I was released to return to home to my [...]
Steroids
April 2, 2011 – 1:30 pm
I am currently taking Dexamethasone following my latest round of dental surgery. I feel MUCH more energized – I can actually climb stairs without huffing and puffing, and my use of my cane is less frequent (sometimes as opposed to all of the time). I am excited to be seeing the Endocrinologist in May because [...]
Steroid Relief
January 20, 2011 – 8:08 pm
After some major gum and bone grating on Tuesday, one of the medications I was given to take to reduce inflammation was he steroid Dexamethasone. It has done WONDERS for me. I know that i have an inflammatory condition, therefore it reasons to say that a low dose steroid might be the answer. It also [...]
Victory
December 2, 2010 – 3:25 am
I celebrate every victory, no matter how (seemingly) small. A day of activity is a victory, even if I can barely walk by the end of the day. This morning started with intense pain, and yet I forced myself to go to Bible study at the church, knowing that I would find inspiration there to [...]
Floors, Walls, and Stairs
November 29, 2010 – 11:14 pm
Although the Lyrica is helping with the pain, I am experiencing some balance issues. I have fallen on my backside 3 times randomly in the past few days. One of these times was sliding off a chair in a restaurant. [*insert slight embarrassment here*] At home, I bump into the occasional wall, but my greatest [...]
Lyrica Side Effects
November 25, 2010 – 4:11 am
Side Effects – at least this explains some of what’s going on right now… the side effects I’m experiencing are certainly worth the benefit and I certainly don’t consider a euphoric mood to be detrimental
Most Common Lyrica Side Effects (Across All Uses)
Abdominal pain
Abnormal thinking (primarily difficulty with concentration/attention)
Allergic reaction
Anorgasmia – inability to achieve [...]
Lyrica Double Dose Day
November 13, 2010 – 7:19 pm
This is my first day taking 150mg of Lyrica. I intend to document any side effects I experience.
[UPDATE]: 150mg has caused the following side effects:
- feelings of well-being and euphoria
- changes in bowel movements
- reduction of pain
Doctor
November 11, 2010 – 7:16 pm
I had my Lyrica dosage upped from 75mg to 150mg to combat the heightened pain I have been experiencing as of late. *crosses fingers*
