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MrsRivera
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Beth
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I am considering the impossible
I literally cannot live with this sciatic pain anymore. I'm so mentally and physically exhausted from it, and I can't even lay down to take a nap. I'm at the end of my rope.
I'm actually considering going in for back surgery--yes, while I'm pregnant. My pain is so severe that I just don't know how I can possibly get through the next 18 weeks. I am going to see my OB tomorrow, and I am not leaving that office until I get some definitive answers on what I can do for this. The pain killers are not working, and I'm back to work tomorrow.
I've had this pain for 12 weeks and I am just DONE.
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TLC1018
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Tracy
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Re: I am considering the impossible
I am so sorry you're in so much pain!!!!!
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| Posted 8/17/08 4:43 PM |
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lovemy2boys
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Re: I am considering the impossible
 feel better.
can you doctor keep you out of work on disability?
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| Posted 8/17/08 5:03 PM |
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kerrycec03
Mom of 2 beautiful boys!!
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Kerry
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Re: I am considering the impossible
OMG Beth, I can't believe it!! I pray you get some direction on how to get this back to normal.
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| Posted 8/17/08 5:13 PM |
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bonitachyc
big sister status may 2012!!
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Lupe
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Oh hun, I'm so sorry for all the pain you're enduring!! I will  for a safe and speedy solution to all your suffering
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| Posted 8/17/08 6:38 PM |
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CkGm
They get so big, so fast :(
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Christine
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Re: I am considering the impossible
I really hope they can help you! Pregnancy is hard enough without added pain
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| Posted 8/17/08 6:42 PM |
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babyquestion
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Beth, I am hoping that you get some answers tomorrow at your appointment! I can't even imagine the pain you're in  Please keep us posted!!!!!
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| Posted 8/17/08 6:47 PM |
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monkeybride
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Will they even do it while you're pregnant? I am so sorry. I really feel for you because I know how you feel.
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| Posted 8/17/08 8:18 PM |
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Lucky
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Sounds terrible! Have you considered trying acupuncture?
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| Posted 8/17/08 8:52 PM |
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jprimrose
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Re: I am considering the impossible
I am so sorry.
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| Posted 8/17/08 9:04 PM |
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MrsS2005
Mom of 3
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B
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Re: I am considering the impossible
I hope you get relief soon!
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| Posted 8/17/08 9:05 PM |
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Tine73
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Posted by Lucky
Sounds terrible! Have you considered trying acupuncture?
I was going to ask the same thing - it really works!!
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| Posted 8/17/08 9:18 PM |
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monkeybride
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Posted by Tine73
Posted by Lucky
Sounds terrible! Have you considered trying acupuncture?
I was going to ask the same thing - it really works!!
I believe she did and I don't know if I would believe accupuncture could fix a herniated disc.
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| Posted 8/17/08 9:34 PM |
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MrsRivera
2 under 2...whew!!
Member since 2/07 9876 total posts
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Beth
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Posted by Lucky
Sounds terrible! Have you considered trying acupuncture?
I did try it. Actually, I went for a consult with another Dr. this past Tuesday, and she told me she "couldn't help me", because the pain is in my right leg, and laying on my left (opposite) side is extremely painful. Since I'm 22 weeks, I can't lay on my stomach...
I have no idea if anyone will operate on me while pregnant, but I am willing to try ANYTHING at this point.
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| Posted 8/17/08 10:53 PM |
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Hotmamma408
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Re: I am considering the impossible
my brother was in a terrible acident at work (he was hit with a ton of steal). He suffered from severe siatica pain as well. He is in the midde of receiving nerve block shots in his back. It is a series of three different shots. He is up to #2 and it is helping. He was told that after the 3rd he will feel so much better.
Just a thought. I don't know if they would offer this to a pregnant woman or not.
I hope you feel better!
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| Posted 8/18/08 9:10 AM |
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monkeybride
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Posted by eager2BeOB
my brother was in a terrible acident at work (he was hit with a ton of steal). He suffered from severe siatica pain as well. He is in the midde of receiving nerve block shots in his back. It is a series of three different shots. He is up to #2 and it is helping. He was told that after the 3rd he will feel so much better.
Just a thought. I don't know if they would offer this to a pregnant woman or not.
I hope you feel better!
I had these done before my surgery and they always made sure I wasn't pregnant because they use and MRI to do them. 
On a side note they didn't help me  I wonder if you can just get a steroid injection. Not sure if that would help though. The nerve blocks are a steroid and Lidocaine I believe. Maybe something else too. They're pretty heavy duty. The side effects for me were awful, some real hormonal imbalances.
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| Posted 8/18/08 9:52 AM |
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Bridex100
Two Under Two Mommy
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Re: I am considering the impossible
I am sorry that you are in so much pain. I am so uncomfortable with normal pregnancy symptoms. I can't fathom how you must feel.
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| Posted 8/18/08 10:00 AM |
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junebride06
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Robin
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Re: I am considering the impossible
that's awful, I am sorry you are suffering so much
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| Posted 8/18/08 10:56 AM |
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MommyAgain
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Re: I am considering the impossible
Hi, if you need any info or advice you can FM me, i manage a physical therapy/chiropractic/acunpuncture facility...and although i know youre in a tremendous amount of pain, i wanted to let you know that IMO surgery really isnt a very good option for a pregnant women suffering with sciatica..
i say this for a few reasons,
I was in a bad car accident end of may and have to possibly have surgery on my broken collar bone that healed improperly, BEFORE the baby is born (i am already 20w) I am in pain every single day, and it is a pain that will never go away because of something that "went wrong"...with sciatica, you have a nerve thats obviously impinged, which is PROBABLE, that will go away AFTER pregnancy..aside from the risks, surgery is NOT a guarantee either, and it is highly unlikely your insurance will cover it if you havent tried EVERY option first..this is all my opinion, but i work for a "non surgical" office, that doesnt believe in cutting people open right away, and ive seen EVERY patient of mine with sciatica come in, and get treatment, and be healed..PLEASE FM me, if you want info...acupuncture is done differently by every acunpuncturist..i would keep trying ANYTHING until something works..i wouldnt opt for surgery though...
let me know if you need anything!! I can get you in for an appt at any time, and a free consultation, so you can speak to them and see what they can offer..
HTH!!
feel good :( i know youre in alot of pain.
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