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    Hi all. I haven't posted in a while b/c of alot of rough stuff going on. And today I am really down. Actually, deflated is a better word! First of all, my husband was almost fired (and it was SO unfair!) But after talking to his boss and letting her know all the issues his store is having and how he feels little support from her, she apologized and let him know his job is not on the line now. Thank GOD! That was really scary! WE would have lost our insurance and possible our car and apartment.

    A close friend of my parents passed away over the weekend and that was rough too. She was a sweet and caring woman and will be very missed.

    My younger sister is not doing well (I posted about this under prayer requests) She has Borderline personality disorder (which many of you may have heard of) Basically it means she has terrible bouts of depression along with a hard time dealing with authority, having meaningful relationships, and in her case horrible self harming. She is now getting very aggresive towards others and it is so sad. Deep down she is a beautiful, loving girl and she has just lost all faith in herself. She is probably going to be sent to a different group homevery far away from us and I am still reeling from all of the drama from last week.
    On top of this I am having horrible nightmares. I thought it was from taking too much Valium, but after I lowered my does they went away. But last night they were back and I was so anxious (and this is while on anti anxiety meds!) I may have to really look into what meds combined together may be causing these. I have been going to therapy and that helps, but can only afford one visit a month, so I just really needed to vent here. Today the pressure of being a mom, wife, sister, daughter, etc. is just getting to me. And having IC doesn't help!
    Well, my Bri is going to be home soon and I am taking the girls outside. Hopefully the sunshine and 76 degrees will perk me up.
    Thanks for listening!
    I am SO pampering myself tonight! Hot Bath, pedicure, the whole nine yards!
    Rachel
    DX's:
    IC; PFD; possible Fibromyalgia; IBS;

    Symptoms: Frequency, Urgency, pelvic and bladder pain, bladder and pelvic spasms, difficulty starting urination, weak stream, incontinence, vaginal and urethral pain

    I've Tried:
    three Hydrodistentions, various Rescue Installments; 6 DSMO treatments; Pyridium Plus; Proced; Detrol (patch); Elavil; Uricet K; Elmiron; Nortiptyline; Ultram; Allegra; Ditropan; Ditropan ER; Vesicare; regular Lidocain; Neurontin; Lyrica; and few more I can't remember!
    Currently using:
    Valium; Vicadin; Proced DS; Claritin; Buffered Lidocain; Cymbalta; Baclofen; Prazosin @ night (also on Prednisone and Adderall for my joint pain and severe fatigue)
    Heating pads; frozen water bottles; A&D ointment; Poise pads; IC dieter since 8/06; yoga; imagery & relaxation CD, Mindfullness, self healing CD's; hot baths; seat cushion; prayer
    I am 28 yrs old, dx'ed in '06, still trying to get my health undercontrol!!


  • #2
    Rachel,
    I'm so sorry that you have so much on your plate right now. It's tough to wear all those hats at once for a normal woman and then having IC on top of it makes it even tougher. I hope that your sister will get the help that she needs and doesn't need to be moved so far away.
    Christine



    I have been diagnoised for 6 1/2 years now. I have taken a long break from the ICN but really miss helping out my fellow IC patients and want to get back into posting.
    1st hydro 4/07 showed no visible signs of IC but tons of mast cells in all my biopsy samples which did prove IC.
    2nd hydro 4/13/09 showed dark purple glomerulations and I had a capacity of 450 cc's. This hydro proved that my IC had progressed.
    I have tried every oral medication as well as rescue instills and DMSO.

    I have been lucky enough to see Dr Hanno, the top IC specialist in PA who has told me due to the fact that I have not responded to any "standard" treatments that I have a severe, end stage case of IC with a horrible quality of life (didn't have to tell me that last part!)

    Proud wifey of Shane, mommy to Griffin, and step-mom to Logan and Gage
    Also proud mom to the best Bullmastiff on earth, Claus

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    • #3
      ((((((((hugs)))))))))

      Rachel, I am so sorry you are go such a hard time right now, but it will get better, I truly understand about your sister, we are going through alot of the same things with my step son he is 12..Its sad to see a person go through what they have to deal with..I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts..
      Hugs
      Ronda

      ONE Second, ONE Bite, ONE Breath, ONE Pill, ONE Minute, ONE Teardrop, ONE Hour, ONE Sip.. ONE DAY! I will Prevail from this disease! IC Hoping for a Cure!


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      Other Meds: Levlite- Continious Birtcontrol, Micardis-40mg for High Blood Pressure

      Meds I have Tried:
      Topamax,Tofranil, Elmiron, Atarax, Cymbalta, Elavil, Enablex, Detral La, Prydium.
      Lexapro< Bad reaction to this med!
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      Dx With IC in Nov 2006 with Hydro/Cysto
      Hydro/Cysto Caused Bladder to Rupture.

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      • #4
        Rachel,
        I'm so sorry that you have so much on your plate right now. It's tough to wear all those hats at once for a normal woman and then having IC on top of it makes it even tougher. I hope that your sister will get the help that she needs and doesn't need to be moved so far away.
        Christine



        I have been diagnoised for 6 1/2 years now. I have taken a long break from the ICN but really miss helping out my fellow IC patients and want to get back into posting.
        1st hydro 4/07 showed no visible signs of IC but tons of mast cells in all my biopsy samples which did prove IC.
        2nd hydro 4/13/09 showed dark purple glomerulations and I had a capacity of 450 cc's. This hydro proved that my IC had progressed.
        I have tried every oral medication as well as rescue instills and DMSO.

        I have been lucky enough to see Dr Hanno, the top IC specialist in PA who has told me due to the fact that I have not responded to any "standard" treatments that I have a severe, end stage case of IC with a horrible quality of life (didn't have to tell me that last part!)

        Proud wifey of Shane, mommy to Griffin, and step-mom to Logan and Gage
        Also proud mom to the best Bullmastiff on earth, Claus

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        • #5
          HI Rachel, I too am sorry to hear about all you are going through! Life sure can be tough, esp. with you have IC! I hope things calm down for you and the problems with your sister are dealt with. You are in my thoughts and prayers, Roxie

          Double Spinal Cord Stimulator surgery 8/09
          Unsuccessful MiniArc sling surgery 12/07
          Dx'd Hypothyroid
          Dx'd Chronic Axonal Neuropathy & Myopathy
          June 2007
          Dx'd IC May 2006 (after suffering for 25+ yrs!)
          First Cysto 1979
          First Hydro 1981 (Many treatments since then!)
          Collagin"Durasphere" injections for urethra
          Gall bladder surgery Aug. 2004
          Gastric Bypass Dec. 2004
          Dx'd: Barrett's Esphogus July 2004
          Dx'd: Vaginal Atrophy 2005
          Bladder surgery 2000
          Dx'd: IBS 2000
          Hysterectomy (fibroids) 1999
          Laminectomy 1989
          Dx'd: Degerative Disk Disorder 1989

          For IC I use Elmiron, Elavil and Freeze dried Aloe Vera (it works likes Elmiron, but naturally)and Azo as needed. I also take Zegerid, Randitine for Barrett's Esophagus. (which causes me to have constant yeast infections!)I take Cymbalta for Neuopathy/Myopathy pain. I use the Climara patch for menopause symptoms. I'm on a very strict diet because of the IC, IBS and Gastric Bypass. I take Primal Defense Probiotics and whole food Iron.
          I no longer have the awful urethral pain! I've been using MSM gel now for 4 mo. and haven't had a flare up or the urethra pain.....it's amazing stuff!!:woohoo:

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          • #6
            Thanks everyone!

            I appreciate your responses and kind words.
            Getting some sun really helped me feel better. Also I found out my sister had a very good weekend and was even able to leave the group home for a trip to the local animal shelter where the kids volunteer. SO I know I have to approach everything that happens with her one day at a time, just like she has too. I just get frustrated sometimes. I work with children with similar issues to what she has and I have all this stupid guilt that I should know how to help her. But I know that her breakthrough is going to come when she is ready and I just have to be there for her.
            Thanks again!
            Rachel
            DX's:
            IC; PFD; possible Fibromyalgia; IBS;

            Symptoms: Frequency, Urgency, pelvic and bladder pain, bladder and pelvic spasms, difficulty starting urination, weak stream, incontinence, vaginal and urethral pain

            I've Tried:
            three Hydrodistentions, various Rescue Installments; 6 DSMO treatments; Pyridium Plus; Proced; Detrol (patch); Elavil; Uricet K; Elmiron; Nortiptyline; Ultram; Allegra; Ditropan; Ditropan ER; Vesicare; regular Lidocain; Neurontin; Lyrica; and few more I can't remember!
            Currently using:
            Valium; Vicadin; Proced DS; Claritin; Buffered Lidocain; Cymbalta; Baclofen; Prazosin @ night (also on Prednisone and Adderall for my joint pain and severe fatigue)
            Heating pads; frozen water bottles; A&D ointment; Poise pads; IC dieter since 8/06; yoga; imagery & relaxation CD, Mindfullness, self healing CD's; hot baths; seat cushion; prayer
            I am 28 yrs old, dx'ed in '06, still trying to get my health undercontrol!!

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            • #7
              I'm sending a huge hug and healing wishes.

              Donna
              Stay safe


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