How Do You Cope?

[BrendaMarie]

I never knew that codeine could help with IBS. That's interesting to note. I'm sorry you're having problems with your meds. I think it's a good reminder that we really need to stay on top of our prescriptions though.

 

[Rosebud]

I have used a drug for years called bendtal. I have to check the spelling on it because I take the generic form, it has worked the best for years on me.What IV med were you on? I use to get Lidocaine infusions.

 

[Michelle2]

Janet

Hello Fellow Firbro-mate

I am glad someone is talking about depression. I have been caught up in that fog for over 2 years. It is a real road block to a healthy life. I am taking 120mg. of Cymbalta. Yes it helps but will do some research on Wellburtin. Thank you.

Michelle

 

[Janet L]

Just so you're not misled, though I'm sure Google will quickly auto-correct you, or it was just a typo, but it's called Wellbutrin.

I was on 150mg a day and it had little affect; but as soon as I mentioned it to my doctor he upped me to 300mg and within 24 hours what a change. I felt much more level headed and healthy-minded. Sure, you still get down, but it takes away the unhealthy deep depression. Life's been far more enjoyable for me since that day.

Note, it's a tad expensive, but provided you have a good benefits plan you'll be fine. As far as I know there's no cheap generic alternative (wish there was).

 

[BrendaMarie]

I'm glad some of you are finding relief from antidepressants. Unfortunately, all they do for me is cause me to be depressed when otherwise I'm fine. This seems to be a weird/funny side effect that a lot of people don't even know can happen.

 

[scamper]

Rest, hug the dog, listen to audio books, read, colouring of digital stamps and card making, these are all dependant on how I am feeling.some days I just sleep xxx

 

[Detoxing]

For me pain means I've eaten the wrong foods. By keeping control of what I eat I feel more in control generally....there's something definate I can do about it. Acceptance of the condition in the face of other people's skepticism has been huge for me. As I KNOW the truth....the opinions of others no longer hurt me.
I also have faith and regularly go to healing masses (once a month)....healing spiritually really helps with physical healing for me. There is no cure for this so learning to live positively with its effects has been important for me. The question I ask myself is no what this has taken away......but what CAN I do WITH it....Because of this I live very much one day at a time. Yesterday has gone. I only holds lessons learned. Tomorrow hasn't happened and I can't control what lives there. All I have is today. Today is a gift...and I can choose to enjoy it. If a whole day feels too long I can choose to enjoy living this hour only....I can look for positives how ever small. I do what I enjoy and detach myself from the negatives others can bring with them. I allow myself to be willing to heal....I pray for the willingness to be willing.
So I rest when I need to and I play when I can....I avoid trigger foods ...and I invite the God of my understanding to be part of my day.....Its working for me x