Health Anxiety!! How can I get past this???
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Comments (37)I use Firefox and this darn Pepperidge Farm has prevented me from posting for hours tonight. I finally went to bed, got up and came back here to see if I could post just to say happy birthday to Carla. I have adblock and Firefox, and another thing I bought from Norton to block the ads but that Pepperidge FArm is the worst I have ever encountered. I would never, never, never buy a product from anyone with so annoying ads, not meant to entice obviously but to irritate the hello out of everyone....See MoreHow Do I Get Past the Modesty Issue?
Comments (9)((((Kat)))) i 2was wondering how your dad was doing. as you know my DH has MM also, but he seems to be doing pretty good right now (knock on wood). He also was on the Thalidamid, I can't remember how long he was on it though, quite awhile though we think. yes that and the pain meds do cause constipation. Right now DH isn't taking any thing for the MM, after he got off the Thalidamid, he was on Velcade...has your dad had that yet?? he was on it for a while, then dr took him off it, his feet and legs were causing him so much trouble (neuropathy), but his counts have remained stable quite awhile, thank God, we really believe that God has touched him! DH takes Miralax for his bowels, seems to work good for him. the first time he tried it, he didn't think it worked, so stopped it. then months later we tried again, and he's been taking it ever since, he only takes about a Tablespoon every night. I put it in a glass and add a little water to dissolve it, then fill the cup with diet twist-up from Walmart, but you can use other stuff, pop, or juice, etc. doesn't have much taste to it. as a matter of fact, our 10 yr old DD has to take it and she takes a LOT more than DH does! sometimes it takes a couple of days for it to start working though, but you can increase or decrease the Miralax, you might want to ask his dr about it, even his reg. dr could prescribe it! oh another thing when DH was losing so much weight and didn't want to eat, I would make him milkshakes and put in Carnation instant breakfast, for more protein, or if your dad likes Ensure or Boost, you could mix it with the milkshake. DH never liked either one of those, and could tell it was in the milkshakes! but didn't mind the Carnation instant breakfast in it though. as for the other problem, don't really have an answer for you! i know it would be hard to do, i know when my mom was sick with pancreatic cancer, I had to help wash her, an was uncomfortable too!, i let her wash her private parts! I help DH take his shower, but thats different than it being your dad! Maybe someone else has some ideas for you!! good luck to all of you!!! DianePA...See MoreCan you talk to me about anxiety/panic attacks?
Comments (26)Busy, busy days so I couldn't get here for an update - better late than never, right? What a difference 24 hours can make. For starters, Ross seems to have gotten a much better night's sleep (no racing thoughts) and that alone will start a day with a better perspective. He texted me first thing Friday to say that he's put a lot of things together in his mind and has a better understanding of why he 'crashed' and feels more in control, at least in the context of the program he's in. Two days ago he wanted to bail but last night he felt empowered to stay, glean what he can, and let go of feeling inadequate for the program - most of the students are feeling the same way. We've spoken a few times since but between his 18 hour days and the time difference, we don't have a chance to get into long conversations. He sounds so much better, though and I can breathe a bit again. He's coming home the day after the program ends, will have a week here with us and his cousins/my nieces and their kids. It's an interesting dynamic because there's a 1/2 step generation difference - my nieces are like my little sisters and his older sisters at the same time. I've been speaking with my middle niece who has dealt with anxiety issues and she will be great council for Ross. He has really isolated himself at college by choosing the location he did and much as he loves the place, the mountains, the snowboarding, it seems he is feeling the distance as he comes to the end of his college years. And I really think the state of the world, economy and job market are weighing heavily on him. It's damn scary to think about having to launch yourself at this time - I feel so sorry for all of our kids! But coming home will let him see what a large and varied support system he has - just wish his brother could be here also. We'll be doing some research to find a good medical fit for him at school. He has a horrendous fall schedule between classes, labs and research so I know going in he's going resist carving out time for regular sessions if that's needed. With his background, he's been 'therapied' up one side and down the other but maybe he's ready to approach it from the standpoint of an adult in control of the choices as opposed to a child being directed by mom and dad. I appreciate every perspective given here and don't want anyone to think their words were misplaced. In my mind, any information is good information and it's always in my power to sift through and use what fits. Or not. I think the internet can be a great place for advice but it's only a first step, nothing more - no expectations for instant cures. Chickadee I don't know the program you're referring to but there are no guarantees with this one so doesn't seem to be the same. Again, way too long! Thank you all for your comments and support. When I know more, you'll know more....See Morehow to get past the negative feelings toward ss?
Comments (19)He sees BM rarely.....and when he goes there, she gets to be 'super mom' even tho she has no job...lives at home w/her mom and dad ... but you know, it's the typical weekend parent lets him stay up as late as he wants...eat whatever he wants etc etc.... then sends him home. I think I can count the # of visits on one hand he's had with her in the last 7 months. Which I know is why he's so immature for his age ... dh coddled him to make up for the lack of mother presence...then found it backfired on him now that ss is (should be) starting to mature and go into his teens.... I am VERY surprised at the difference in the last 7 months.... although there are still set backs...like this morning, when dh reminded him to get in the shower, and he just sat down in the hallway and started crying! Luckily...it was time for me to leave for work! ;) Things I like about ss... hmmm...this one made me think...and then laugh at myself at the same time...things I like about him are sometimes the same things I don't like... for example: I like that he is a sensitive caring person...but he's TOO sensitve...(like he brought up a goldfish that died YEARS ago at the dinner table once...just out of the blue BAWLING...mouth full of food just dropped down as he was wailing away saying "I miss Goldie".... (btw..I've changed my seating at the dinner table so I no longer sit across from him to help my tolerance level stay low during my once favorite family time for me) I'm really glad I found this forum....it's amazing the power of 'writing' and getting feedback... I was so scared to admit my feelings 'out loud' and they were really building and weighing me down.... I can tell a big difference now that I got it out..... this morning, when ss sat himself down in the hallway crying because dh asked him if he got in the shower yet....I just winked at dh..smiled and said "i got to get going, have a great day" ;) vs getting that knot in my stomach of instant stress and walking out wishing things were different....and I know it's because I 'let it go'...See Moreagnespuffin
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