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Edited on 02/05/2024 at 2:11 AM

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Hi -

I am struggling with managing both my physical and mental health. My pain isn'y new, but the burden of it + working + family its too much. I am barely pushing my body through and its too much to be responsible for anything else. I go through these phases where I get overwhelmed with it all and I don't see it ever getting better. I am just waiting for it to pass, as it has done in the past. One day at a time. but then again, everytime I reach this point, it feels impossible to make it through the tunnel.

anyone else?

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Toricool49

02/07/2024 at 6:07 AM

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I am currently suffering daily to do anything and I mean anything. This chronic pain all over including muscle spasms is so disabling to me. Mentally and physically exhausted.

I'm overwhelmed with suffering from depression and daily pain - are you? https://www.carenity.us/forum/chronic-pain/living-with-chronic-pain/im-overwhelmed-with-suffering-from-depression-5691 2024-02-07 06:07:18

HarleyPam

02/07/2024 at 11:47 PM

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I understand. I'm same way. My spine is curved like a snake. The pain is horrible but I push myself to do some housework. The depression sets in and anxiety. We gotta stay strong! Soft hug to you from Louisiana.

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02/11/2024 at 4:03 AM

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same here it take me 3 days to cleanup my house because of chronic pain,

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HarleyPam

02/26/2024 at 3:07 PM

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@linahalllh511 Same here. I try to push myself but I suffer afterwards.

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02/11/2024 at 4:57 PM

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I deal with depression everyday as I cannot do anything

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carolann529

02/16/2024 at 12:02 PM

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Me also and I am on strong pain med's. They do not seem to help. I can not do much anymore. So depressed also.

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02/18/2024 at 2:40 AM

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@carolann529 I to have constant back pain since 2002. Take pain meds but a very low dose. My Dr refuses to increase the strength. Not his fault the government has his hands tied. I don't do anything I used to do. Was very active but now just try to get through the day. Just want to be able to go and do things with the hubby and grandkids. Am 72 and don't see any change in the future. Pain makes me too tired to even do anything. Guess this is as good as it gets.

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02/19/2024 at 3:00 AM

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@carolann529 i feel u on that .. Sometimes they work sometimes they don't

ThomRandolph

06/22/2024 at 8:48 PM

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@lolagracedevchris I was 47 when my back went out, now 67. Where did the last 20 years go? I rode motorcycles, surfed, went hiking, worked in my yard, tinkered on stuff. Now it hurts to walk or stand. My pain has literally sucked the life out of me. I make no plans because it's hard just to get thru the day. That's the sad part. it's like my brain is so tired managing the pain that there's no room for my brain to do anything else. Then there's getting all pain meds stopped because my back surgeon says I should be so much better. Wow, really? How about let me decide when I'm feeling better, pain free. Not yet!

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03/04/2024 at 9:08 PM

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Hello, I am in pain and my son lives in another state and started his family. I think it is great but, I do not get him to understand---I am suffering!!! Once, he said "I will take care of you"!!! Surprise, that is as far as it gets; a verbal suggestion and nothing more. I wanted him to call me once a day. I am feeling so sick and full of pain. I am alone since my mother passed away and that is terrible to lose someone you love. Never mind, the fact that she did so much for me. We did everything together!! Not just my mother but my friend!!!! So, I am alone and I do not want to make demands on my son. He was in trouble for the purchase of a stolen car. He spent time in prison and now that he is back home--he is a husband and a father (first) never mind a son!!!!!!!!!!! What should we don in that situation??? I am open for suggestions. I also what to say to Lizzi, MANY BLESSINGS IN YOUR NEW POSITION.

Love and Blessing Michele aka MIckey

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06/28/2024 at 8:42 PM

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Hi, I too get thru one day, one hour at a time. After six back surgeries this last year with absolutely NO improvement with my pain, in fact worse! Now they’ve cut me off all pain meds leaving me to just suffer everyday! Now I’m trying to get with pain management to help with the meds and what hoops they want me to jump thru! I have to prove I’m in pain and prove to them that I’m “worthy” of some help. Our medical system sucks. Drs are all worried about losing their license. They bring that up every time pain meds are discussed. I’m disgusted by the whole mess! I hope this email somehow encourages you! You’re not alone! Thom

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10/03/2024 at 2:34 PM

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Hello everyone,

How are you doing today?

This is a difficult discussion. Managing chronic pain, balancing work, and taking care of family responsibilities can indeed be so overwhelming. It’s completely understandable to feel like you’re trapped and carrying too much at once, like there’s no light at the end of the tunnel.

Have others in the community experienced similar moments where they feel like everything is too much? How do you cope when the burden of physical pain and mental stress becomes overwhelming? Have you found anything that help you push through these tough phases?

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I’d love to hear more about what you all think!

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity Team 🌼

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10/17/2023 at 2:30 PM

@Somya.P My neurologist gave me a script through the state dispensary for aid with sleep. It helps with sleep. The script is for low dose THC, so it aids with minor pain. I have learned through my trials of product that CBD gummies help with sleep, but not pain. In my state, CBD gummies can be bought at local corner stores.

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05/13/2023 at 5:38 PM

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MountainMan

Edited on 03/25/2021 at 8:23 PM

Yes I agree. Im on morphine and Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen and yours as well. I have some others also. If I want to work in the back yard, I am sleep mode if I set down. The next morning and at night is paying with great pain. Its a hard road in many ways. We have to keep going best as we can. Have a smile and good day to you. I have the stimulator too.

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