dorothy Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I had my arthroscopy yestgerday and all went well. However, at about 10:00PM I started feeling pain in spite of the meds. It has gotten worse and worse. We spoke with the doc and he precribed something stronger which I took about 20 minutes ago, but I am in so much pain I want to scream. My face is so contorted the family keeps asking me what's wrong. I know I will be fine but I am just floored by how painful this is. Please pray that these meds help!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Oh, dear! I hope the new meds ease your pain soon! Was the surgery on your knee? Best wishes for a speedy recovery! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorothy Posted April 18, 2008 Author Share Posted April 18, 2008 I mis-stepped a year ago on a garden stone and sprained, fractured (3 places), tore tendons and ligaments and have been in pain all of that time. The surgery was necessary but my, oh, my it feels like my leg has been sawed off. I have a pretty high tolerance for pain and am just surprised at this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam "SFSOM" in TN Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Oh, I hope you feel better soon. Glad you have good drugs. Don't be afraid to take 'em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer in MI Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Oh my. I sure hope the new stronger meds have taken effect by now. ((hugs)) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue G in PA Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I'm so sorry the meds aren't working yet! Prayers that they work soon and your pain subsides! I'm glad the surgery went well, though! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I hope the pain pills are working. Give us an update when you are able! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MicheleB Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I'm sorry for your pain, Dorothy. Do you keep it elevated? Also, sometimes doctors don't tell this but you can take ibuprofen with many of the narcotic pain relievers (just ask your pharmacist). It works wonders to alternate them both because ibuprofen relieves the swelling and imflammation. Hope you are feeling "tolerable" soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mamagistra Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Oh, Dorothy, I pray that you have some relief soon. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 ((((Dorothy)))) One word of advice: once you manage to get the pain under control, PLEASE take the pain meds as directed. If it says every 4 hours, take it every 4 hours. Don't wait until the pain is awful again....it'll just take longer to get it back under control. I'm praying for you now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amy in Orlando Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 ((((Dorothy)))) One word of advice: once you manage to get the pain under control, PLEASE take the pain meds as directed. If it says every 4 hours, take it every 4 hours. Don't wait until the pain is awful again....it'll just take longer to get it back under control. I'm praying for you now. Listen to DB about taking the pain meds. You really will heal faster. I hope the new pills are working by now and you're getting some relief. Feel better!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adrianne Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I had my arthroscopy yestgerday and all went well. However, at about 10:00PM I started feeling pain in spite of the meds. It has gotten worse and worse. We spoke with the doc and he precribed something stronger which I took about 20 minutes ago, but I am in so much pain I want to scream. My face is so contorted the family keeps asking me what's wrong. I know I will be fine but I am just floored by how painful this is. Please pray that these meds help!!! I will pray for relief or your pain soon! (or stronger meds!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
battlemaiden Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 Where is the pain? Complications can occur after arthroscopic surgery that have nothing to do with the area worked on. Can you specify what you're feeling? Jo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy in FL. Posted April 18, 2008 Share Posted April 18, 2008 I agree with Jo, it sounds like maybe something is going on. My dh had arthroscopic hip surgery and I really don't remember his pain being that bad. He was going without pain meds even the day after and he doesn't have an exceptionally high pain threshhold. If in doubt, call the doctor again. Hope you heal well and quickly! Cindy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorothy Posted April 19, 2008 Author Share Posted April 19, 2008 Thank you to all who posted yesterday. I thought I was going to lose it. The original meds did nothing to assuage the pain and were making me sick. The new meds have solved that and I am being diligent in taking them. I appreciate all of your prayers, advice and encouragement. Now, I just need help with sitting still for six weeks (cast time)!!! I want to run but have to sit. And sit. And sit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DB in NJ Posted April 19, 2008 Share Posted April 19, 2008 I'm so glad to hear this!! I'll continue to pray for you. We need to come up with something for you to do while you sit. And sit. And sit. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted April 20, 2008 Share Posted April 20, 2008 Thanks so much for the update. I was wondering how you were doing. I'm so glad that the new meds are helping you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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