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Post by Natalie on Oct 13, 2021 17:07:42 GMT -6
What a year this has been. And just when I think I am getting better then I have a bad day.
So, I have had a couple of days of just extreme exhaustion and some of my other symptoms seem to be following a pattern. Going to go to an OBGYN that will test hormone levels to see if they are out of whack. Not sure when I am going to be able to get in, so please pray that I can get it very soon.
So, I was also still feeling crummy and sent a message to my GI doctor. GI doctor increased the meds that he had put me on to twice a day. I have also started to have some anxiety issues. Pretty minor, isn't interrupting my sleep, but unwanted feelings. I talked to my regular doctor and they prescribed a couple of things that I could try if I wanted. (Didn't tie the two together until today).
Last night about 3:30 I woke up much more anxious. I took one of the other meds and about an hour I was much calmer and went back to sleep. Got up with my husband's alarm to take my GI meds as has been what I had been doing. Went back to sleep for about an hour and again woke up anxious but this time it went into a panic attack. That is not fun. I ended up with my first ambulance ride because I was lightheaded and my fingers were tingling along with the panic.
I got to feeling much better but I am still waiting on directions from my GI doctor.
I guess the prayers I ask for would be - an appetite so no more weight loss, another option in the way of meds or symptom management, an amazingly quick appointment date for the OBGYN, reduction in anxiety, God's strength to get me through all of this - it's been rough. But I know He's walking through this with me.
Pray in any way you feel led.
Thank you all so much. Continue fighting the good fight as we wait for the King!
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Post by boraddict on Oct 13, 2021 20:46:13 GMT -6
Natalie, I am so sorry to hear that these health issues are still plaguing you. A few years ago my daughter was having anxiety and I located a natural formula that has helped. She (now 20) is mildly autistic but her sister (now 17) is not and they both have benefited from the product. The location on the internet is the "truehope store" and the product is "EMPower Plus." store.truehope.com/us/If you decide to try this then please call your doctor to insure that it does not interfere with your meds. Both daughters use this product and are doing well. The younger is the valedictorian of her class this graduating years. All "A's" since the 9th grade. Although the EMPower plus may not have contributed to her success, it has helped her sister so she may have benefited from it's use. As always Natalie, you are special to all who know you. A true champion among the saints and a fine example for me and others. No more rides to the hospital please. Your body is having some problems with something out of balance and that is my best guess. This supplement may help you. Love and peace and my prayers for your health.
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Post by Natalie on Oct 14, 2021 8:05:11 GMT -6
thank you, boraddict, I will check out what you linked. My mother-in-law told my husband she ordered some kind of vitamins for me. Not sure what she ordered, but I love her for wanting to help. I am feeling much better today. (Sometimes just a good night's sleep helps the most) Been googling the side effects of the meds I was on and I had quiet a few. Tiredness and malaise being two of the side effects. I would tell my husband every day, "I'm tired, and I just don't feel good." Today has been much better already.
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Post by mike on Oct 14, 2021 8:32:03 GMT -6
Natalie, what happened with the hernia and the possible surgery? Is that still a possible link to the issues you are experiencing? Asking for the Lord to intervene and that this would be a witness to others of the power of the Living God! May His strength be manifested perfectly in your weakness
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Post by Natalie on Oct 14, 2021 8:49:55 GMT -6
The medicine (protonix) was being used to decrease my stomach acid so that my esophagus would heal. I'm not sure how long that takes. From my understanding, surgery usually isn't needed unless nothing else works. I talked to a nurse practitioner who has a haital hernia, and she manages symptoms with an over the counter medicine and diet (like eating several small meals throughout the day).
I think the doctor increased my medicine because I told him that I was still having stomach aches in the morning (though eating a bit would help) and that I just didn't feel good. But, come to find out, those are two of the side effects listed for the protonix I'm on. I have also since read many reviews by people who also started having anxiety issues and even panic attacks.
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Post by Gary on Oct 14, 2021 9:26:33 GMT -6
Praying for you sister, as always. Hang in there! Jesus is coming.
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Post by Natalie on Oct 14, 2021 19:45:28 GMT -6
Thanks for the prayers.
I have felt better today then I have in a long time.
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Post by Natalie on Nov 5, 2021 8:39:22 GMT -6
An update to my update I am on day three of Nexium and so far I don't notice any side effects. I definitely still needed something for the stomach acid. I also kind of have an appetite, for somethings at least. I went to the new OBGYN Wednesday, and he did some tests (but no hormone ones). Still waiting for results, and I may have to go in to have a biopsy of some tissue. So, you can be praying about that. I am also trying to push to get some hormone testing done. It's about the only thing they haven't tested but seem to push it to the side to try something else first. Did also want to add an answered prayer - I had been praying about going to this new doctor. It can be kind of a nervous thing (and I am tired of seeing doctors). So, I prayed asking God that Dr. Harris would be kind and compassionate. After the nurse got me all settled in the room, she says, "You'll like Dr. Harris. He's so kind and compassionate." I can feel like I have so many unanswered questions, but He really does care.
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Post by inaweofhim on Nov 5, 2021 10:41:00 GMT -6
An update to my update I am on day three of Nexium and so far I don't notice any side effects. I definitely still needed something for the stomach acid. I also kind of have an appetite, for somethings at least. I went to the new OBGYN Wednesday, and he did some tests (but no hormone ones). Still waiting for results, and I may have to go in to have a biopsy of some tissue. So, you can be praying about that. I am also trying to push to get some hormone testing done. It's about the only thing they haven't tested but seem to push it to the side to try something else first. Did also want to add an answered prayer - I had been praying about going to this new doctor. It can be kind of a nervous thing (and I am tired of seeing doctors). So, I prayed asking God that Dr. Harris would be kind and compassionate. After the nurse got me all settled in the room, she says, "You'll like Dr. Harris. He's so kind and compassionate." I can feel like I have so many unanswered questions, but He really does care. Natalie, thank you for updating us - and for that very specific answered prayer from our LORD! These days it seems as if HE doesn't hear us, even though we know HE does based on HIS Word. So it is a beautiful gift when answers that are personal and specific come our way. Jesus! So much better!! Thank You , Yeshua for all Your personal touches to us - especially when we need it.
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Post by mike on Nov 5, 2021 10:43:59 GMT -6
An update to my update I am on day three of Nexium and so far I don't notice any side effects. I definitely still needed something for the stomach acid. I also kind of have an appetite, for somethings at least. I went to the new OBGYN Wednesday, and he did some tests (but no hormone ones). Still waiting for results, and I may have to go in to have a biopsy of some tissue. So, you can be praying about that. I am also trying to push to get some hormone testing done. It's about the only thing they haven't tested but seem to push it to the side to try something else first. Did also want to add an answered prayer - I had been praying about going to this new doctor. It can be kind of a nervous thing (and I am tired of seeing doctors). So, I prayed asking God that Dr. Harris would be kind and compassionate. After the nurse got me all settled in the room, she says, "You'll like Dr. Harris. He's so kind and compassionate." I can feel like I have so many unanswered questions, but He really does care. Still praying sister
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Post by Natalie on Nov 12, 2021 11:46:55 GMT -6
I am finally feeling much better.
Tests from OBGYN came back fine (no mention of biopsy needed), and I found a place that does hormone tests. It may be two weeks before I get results.
Thank you all for your prayers. It has meant a lot to me.
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Post by mike on Nov 12, 2021 11:56:30 GMT -6
I am finally feeling much better. Tests from OBGYN came back fine (no mention of biopsy needed), and I found a place that does hormone tests. It may be two weeks before I get results. Thank you all for your prayers. It has meant a lot to me. Though we have never met, nor do I know your face outside of the happy icon here on the forum, I love you as my sister in Christ. Happy to hear of the improvement. Remembering you and many others on the site daily in prayer!
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Post by Gary on Nov 15, 2021 8:56:54 GMT -6
I am finally feeling much better. Tests from OBGYN came back fine (no mention of biopsy needed), and I found a place that does hormone tests. It may be two weeks before I get results. Thank you all for your prayers. It has meant a lot to me. This is such a relief to hear. I'm grateful!! Will continue to pray.
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Post by Natalie on Dec 10, 2021 12:40:48 GMT -6
I guess I'll call this another update. I was still having morning nervousness/anxiety so they increased my medicine. With that I am now having more anxiety and some other unwanted side effects (like headaches). So, currently working on that. I got my results back from the hormone tests. Out of 5 things they tested, 4 are low or acting abnormally. So, hopefully with supplements and some prescription stuff and patience I will get that resolved. It should also take care of the nervousness, fatigue, and trouble sleeping. I think I am already seeing an improvement in my sleep. What wonderfully complicated beings we are. And what a wise Creator we have.
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