Doctor doesn't like me

[Surf Cat]

I think I have around a level 1 now; my mid-back aches and I still get a little sciatica bite when I get out of bed but getting stronger doing deadlifts and other strengthening moves. I was probably in the 6 to 7 level after my booboo.

I'm only at a level one when I take ibuprofen along with a couple MAI Tais...... and I get on the floor and stretch and do low back and hip pain exercises.

 

[Surf Cat]

Fernando,

Start doing these exercises every other day and get back to us after a couple weeks.

Dr. Surf Cat

 

[Surf Cat]

For tight hips and sciatica, do this.....

 

[Fernando]

You probably have some spinal compression or a herniated disc. An MRI is the only way to find out.

You may be right. My chiropractor said it takes time for me to completely heal. Even though I have small pain, I still about 20% not fully recovered.
Each time, he adjusts my spine. He asks me to relax but I tend to tense up. I need to relax more.

 

[Fernando]

Just came back from my doctor. She gave me this Montreal Cognitive test.
After completion, she said I don't have dementia.
She was happy. I think she can whish me away and not see me again.

 

[Fernando]

When Nerve Pain and Numbness Are Linked to Long COVID

Clinicians have recently identified peripheral neuropathy in some Long COVID patients.

www.yalemedicine.org

When Nerve Pain and Numbness Are Linked to Long COVID​

I got Covid 3 months ago. Several weeks later, I had severe nerve pain.
Doctors could not give explanation of the cause. When I mentioned could it be related to catching Covid, they said no.

 

[CCAAMO]

Fernando is like Elaine on Seinfeld. He complains about imaginary things and keeps getting second and third opinions. They are going to mark your permanent records as "whinner and pain in the butt".

 

[ZZGAMAZZ]

The doctor liking or not liking you is irrelevant. It seems based on the above comment that you need to see the other kind of doctor where you lie on a couch and spill your guts.

Clean up your diet and start minding when you put into your body. Yes, I remember some post of yours where you're eating at buffets and other restaurant ventures. Join a gym and start attacking the climber or the treadmill along with some weights. No, walking the dog is not exercise. Look at your local adult education classes and take up something that you always wanted to do.... woodworking, pottery, archery..... something that challenges your mind to work.

Pretty sure i can trump everybody's ailments, having been saddled with a Foley catheter 24/7 Jan through June when TURP surgery was conducted. Then a month later the Urologist says "your prostate surgery was 100% successful...BUT...we found..." and at that moment all bets on immortality were off the table. But NOTHING IN LIFE possibly worse then the Foley draining nonstop into a urine leg bag stapped to my calf, connected by flimsy rubber hoses that bc of my height tended to disengage at least twice a day, left me crying routinely bc of frustration more so than pain. Damn damn but in the rear view now, with nothing but the big bladder C to mitigate next, often wondering about depreciation of my body while calculating REL...

 

[RCA]

I saw my doctor yesterday and complained about my nerve pain. On scale of 1 to 10, I said 1.
She said to do physical therapy or she can give me antiinflammatory drug. I said NO TO DRUGS.
I wanted to know why I had this nerve pain so I can prevent it from happening in the future.
She said when you are over 60, pain can occur anytime. Every patient she had over 60 have some kind of pain. Implication is that I should accept it.
No, I believe in preventive care (and live to 100 pain free).
Traditional medicine looks at treatment rather than prevention.

I think it is only common sense - your first line of defense for nerve (and joint) problems is stretching:

Dr. Claude says:

"Stretching can often be beneficial for joint and nerve issues, but its effectiveness depends on the specific condition and how it's performed. Here's a brief overview:

For joint problems:

• Regular stretching can improve flexibility and range of motion in joints
• It may help reduce stiffness and pain associated with conditions like arthritis
• Stretching can support better posture, which may alleviate joint stress

For nerve problems:

• Certain stretches can help relieve pressure on compressed nerves
• Stretching may improve circulation, potentially benefiting nerve health
• Some nerve-related conditions like sciatica may be alleviated by targeted stretches

However, it's important to note:

• Improper stretching techniques can potentially worsen some conditions
• Some joint or nerve issues may require more specialized treatment
• The effectiveness can vary greatly depending on the individual and their specific condition

For personalized advice, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional, physical therapist, or qualified fitness instructor. They can provide guidance on appropriate stretches for your specific situation."

 

[Carnivore]

Bert got it right. You also have to eat good food. Take it from me I have abused my body. My military service didn't make it easy. I have been exposed to to many toxic chemicals. Jet Fuel and other air craft fluids and fumes are very toxic. Throw in agent orange. My VA Physical Therapist has really helped me with a tailored exercise a regimen. He is brutal, pushes me pretty hard. Some of my nerve problems are permanent. I really get some bad nerve pain at night. It feels like someone stabbed me with an ice pick in my legs. Especially my right leg. Rubbing will not make it go away. Just have to tough it out,