Pain Management Community

Hi from Connecticut,

I'm sad to read what you have going on.

Do you mind if I ask a couple of questions?

Most important, did you have an opportunity to meet with the MD who ordered the x-ray and MRI to have the findings explained to you?

I believe that all fifty states now have the 2-1-1 community information phone number. I am surprised when I tell of this and find that few actually are aware that such a community referral program is in existence.

You can try calling 2-1-1 and find out if there are any free or low-cost clinics in your area.

Have you tried taking the OTC anti-inflammatory meds, like Aleve, Ibuprofen, Naprosyn? If you're not sure which meds (and you can get many in generic) are actually non-steroidal anti-inflammatory meds, ask your pharmacist.

They are commonly used to treat arthritis, which is an inflammatory process.

You can also try other non-prescription topicals, like icy hot and that sort of thing.

Of course, it sounds like the more important matter to you is getting professional medical help.

Please try the 2-1-1 thing.

Let us know, okay?

I am so sorry that you're going through this.
It's difficult to feel as if we're not totally present for our children, especially when they're too young to understand.

You did write that your husband is disabled, but not if he's at home with you and the children. If so, I hope that he's able to participate with the child care.

Good wishes,

CTB

Did you apply for Medicaid for the children ? Reason I'm asking is because if they qualify, as a parent with kids under 18, you should also qualfy. Income & resources are counted. Also, if their Dad is on SSDI they might qualify to draw from his benefits.

Did you try applying for SSI or for medicaid ? Have your doctors told you that you are disable and unable to work. If so I would get a letter from your doctor saying you can't work get a diability lawyer and try to get social security disability.
Trying to help..

I'm so sorry to read about what you're going through. Can you not get medical help from your husbands disability?

Have you tried looking around for income based clinics? Your hospital might help you there.

I live in Ky and in my area, there are two clinics that are income based, and one free clinic that is open on Saturdays.

Please check with your hospital, or former MD, make sure you have ALL of your records from previous MD's.

It's hard to live with pain and not taking anything and also trying to take care of your family.

I wish you the best of luck!