Many thanks to those of you who are still attempting to help me. Susanne...I found your statement, "a fear of medication or treatable side effects like constipation can result in a decreased quality of life if carried too far"...so well stated...so logical...and even helpful...thanks...

and KnowNothing...your title doesn't "fit"you very well...you offer some sage advice as do all of you. I will try not to bother all of

you anymore until I've made a decision. I'd better work fast, though, because I will see my new internist in a few weeks, and she will certainly ask me about my decision...Gabapentin or not...and, too...whether I have taken the Tramadol for pain...I HAVEN'T!!! I AM SO A CHICKEN!!!

It's so good to be here with all of you.

VT