I have no idea how I would get off the meds. My life has become manageable since I started popping ibuprofen early in the symptom cycle. I am lucky that one dose usually lets me do the physical work to release everything, but I have no idea how I would cope without being able to take meds.

I had an ultra sound this week and it showed complete pulse stop on both sides in certain positions, and I see the vascular surgeon on Thursday of next week. So I guess I will just see how serious he thinks it is. It may make the decision for me if there are real vascular issues. And I will just keep thinking bout it all and mulling it over till I feel I know the way onward. I still think there is more I can do physically to help before surgery. But again, that's if I am just looking after me. Like: lose 8 more kilos, start clinical Pilates ( happening on Monday) look at diet and supplements.

There are only so many hrs in a week, and energy to pursue it all in the midst of pain!

As always best wishes to you all, and thanks for your amazing input.
Xxx
Anna