Hi Babs,
I'm new as well and this is a great place to find encouragement. I get stuck in self-pity a lot and visiting this site has helped remind me that I'm really not that bad off; there are a lot of people in worse condition then me.
If u dealt with the pain b4, then u can do it again... I'm sure that ur doc can find just the right treatment 4 u.
I wish u well
Sarah