jmiller - I have had the banding in my left leg as well as around the waist. I wouldn't say you are out of the norm as there is nothing normal about MS. It is so individualized. Glad you like the thread.

Flare Bro - Doing pretty good. For the 1st time in 2 weeks now I got a good nap in. That's a good sign as the pain is easing up.

Lady - Thank you for all of your input on what you have experienced and learned.

Suzy - DD17 has GERD and had similar symptoms. Poor girl. Tell me, what 17 year old wants to go on a bland diet without French fries and other greasy foods AND chocolate. She was not happy with that. LOL. She was in a lot of pain though and like you went all pale on me.