In Aug 2006 after approx 6 mos of pain and bowel issues, most of which were associated with constipation, bloating and severe pain, I had an adhesion release by laparoscopy which gave me immediate relief and lasted for 2 years. In 2008 I again began complaining and was told by more than one doctor that they wouldn't do anything and quite frankly the male physicians looked and talked to me like I was making it up.
I have been on disability from my job since July 2011. This always presents it's ugly face in my lower back first. Always. I have had CT Scan, xrays, lab work, neurological test and now the neurologist is sending me for an MRI before I make my appointment at UC San Francisco next month. I was told by the neurologist today that I have nerve damage now. Fortunately, the is a female physician and she understands and is working WITH me not against me.
Don't give up. It has taken us a long time to find doctors that listen. I have all of my medical history on CD for easy access for anyone that may need it.Good Luck.
ps since.
>For the past 2 years I've had problems with my back. The left side of
>my back muscle had been knotted-up constantly. Pills, therapy, TENS
>unit, injections haven't worked. I believe that adhesions have attached
>to this muscle group. I believe it can't release at all. Constant pain
>and difficulty moving are my companion.
>
>This is the side of my body that has had the worst of adhesions! I don't
>know what type of doctor to see anymore. The last surgeon, few years
>ago, said he wouldn't operate on me. Unless, I had another bowel
>obstruction.
>
>Woe is me! Anyone else have this issue?
>
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>Thanks,
>Karen Ricci
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