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Hi...I have been in a flare for quite a while and just found out from my 2nd urodynamics test that I have no bladder contractility. I have an Interstim and that helps but I now also have a prolapsed urethra and bladder that I have an appt. with the surgeon on 12/19 to decide which surgical approach he will take. I am feeling blue, really blue. They say that sometimes writing about your feelings sometimes helps, but it is not helping yet.....nope...not yet...! My mom just called and said, "Well, it could be worse!" and I know she is right, but I am tired of telling myself that. Anyway, writing definately didn't help, and I have to run to the bathroom again...TinaC. frown
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Tina,
Hang in there. There are times with this disease that you can definatley have those blue times. I hope your Dr.s can get this figured out soon. Thinking of you. Hey, go check out Club UTI, if nothing else maybe the humor from that thread can put a smile on your face today.
Jolene grouphugJolene
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Oh, Tina....
You sound so sad. kissing
Listen, do you have a favorite male celebrity? One you think is hottie hot? Can't tell you why yet, but if you do post his name.Kim
Diagnosed August 2001
Current IC meds: Elmiron (since 2001), Levaquin (one pill after intercourse to prevent UTIs), Effexor (for depression & anxiety)
Past IC meds: Amitriptyline (Elavil), Hydroxyzine (Vistaril), Detrol LA, Lexapro (for depression & anxiety, but also helped my IC) (They all helped, but I was able to discontinue them.)
I've been virtually symptom free and able to eat & drink whatever I'd like for about 8 years now.
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Awww Tina...
I hope everything goes okay. I'm so sorry that this is all happening. But once you get surgery maybe you will be fixed up!!!
I'm interested in what Kim's getting at LOL!
Hugs and love,
JessMommy to 2 crazy, wonderful kids and wife to the most amazing man in the world!Comment
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Oh Tina, so sorry that you are going through a blue time right now, do hope that whatever Kim is up to, it brings a smile to your face, keep us posted as to how you are doing, love and soft hugs Iris kissing grouphugToday and every day you are loved, so don't be anxious about tomorrow, God will take care of you tomorrow; Live one day at a time.Comment
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grouphug grouphug grouphug Tina I feel your pain with your prolasped bladder and the urgency and frequency. I had a bladder supension done on sept 5 and it has helped me so much. I still flare from time to time and I am flaring right now and people at work know when I am in pain, they can tell by my eyes and the way I look. So I am drinking more water. GEtting up three times a night isn't helping me any either. I hope you feel better soon. Please keep us posted.
I am also wondering what Kim is getting at too. She is so funny.
Let me know how you are doing.Hang in there , There is hope.
There is hope. Prayer works.
Love, DebbieComment
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Do you have pain meds?
GComment
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i will be praying for you i hope everything works out fine on the 19th if you have pain medicine please take them if they are not helping call your uro if you dont have any call them and ask for some.
best wishes
hope you feel better soon keep us posted. grouphugMedicine taken daily or as needed:
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2. MS.Cotin 100mg 3x daily
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4. Fentanyl 100 mg Change every 48hrs.
5. Gentamicin 80mg install after each rescue treatment
5 Leviquin 500mg self start as needed.
6. Klonopin 1 or 2 daily as needed.
7. Prosed/DS as 1 every 6hrs as needed.
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I do understand. I just had surgery in mid November to put my abdominal organs back where they belong. My surgery was done vaginally. I'm feeling pretty well recovered now with the exception of some vaginal drainage --- and I'm not allowed to lift anything or do things that put any strain on my abdomen --- like running the vacuum cleaner.
I know it's scary to look forward to surgery. I know I was. But even though I am one of those rare people who tend to have drug reactions, overall it went smoothly. It may not help my IC, but we'll know about that as time goes on. My uro did my surgery and I have absolute trust in him.
Please be sure to let us know what you find out.
Sending healing thoughts,
DonnaStay safe
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What kind of surgery are yall talking about??? JUSt curious and did it help??? Let me know Please!!!!!
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Aww Tina so sorry. I hope things improve real soon. grouphugFaith, Hope, and Love,
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kim, well my favorite male hottie is Kevin Costner....I think there is something very yummy about him.
Well...my surgery is scheduled for 12/30. I will be in the hospital or about 3-4 days. I am having a version of the "Birch procedure" which will support my vaginal tissue, wall, urethra and bladder and anything else that has fallen. I will be in the hospital for New Year's Eve but my hubby is going to convince the nurses to let him stay. They have all private rooms anyway. Wish me luck!!!
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I'll be thinking of you. Please keep us posted. That's sweet that hubby will be with you for New Year's. Maybe you'll bring in the new year with some good news!
Hugs and love,
JessMommy to 2 crazy, wonderful kids and wife to the most amazing man in the world!Comment
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Hey Tina. I had my son on New Year's Eve and they treat you really great during the holiday season. Take care and get well. I'll say a prayer for you.Comment
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Thank you all for all the kind words. I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday...Tina grouphugComment
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