Ah ha- apparently recent crazy pains are from tension headaches-- really bad ones! Apparently, tension headaches are actually a lot like migraines (I thought they were really different >.<) except that they aren't caused by chemicals but muscle tension. And I've got a whole lot of that. So that's why I've been all super painy and puking and hiding out in dark, quiet caves.
The dr. gave me a new medication to take when these headaches start. It is supposed to take them away within a few hours. That is much better than being in bed for a week crying and puking from pain, and throwing all the kitties out because they are too noisy (and bright? O.o).
Also, I asked the dr. about all the crazy prescriptions I'm on- and he said, and I quote: "Things would be a lot worse if you stopped taking them." Basically, if I stop any pain meds, my pain levels are going to get crazy. Comforting thought. But, anyway, they definitely are NOT increasing my pain levels.
I am seeing Dr. Ren next week, and will also call to make the appt. with new acupuncturist tomorrow. Oh! And dr. said not to go to PT again until I see Dr. Ren, because they made the pain so much worse last week (not the first time...).
There. I have updated. Feeling very powerful.
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