chefginny,
Welcome to the site! You will soon realize that this site is full of wonderful, supportive and caring people. You are not whining .... you are survivinng.

I am so sorry that you are having financial troubles with your medical bills, I can only imagine that it adds to your stress. I am from Ontario so we have a government health care system, so I am lucky in that sense.

I am really concerned that you have not seen a neurologist since your surgery. Are you on meds? Are you able to cope on your own?

I know what you mean about not wanting to burden your family. I was there when I was first diagnosed. I quickly learned that I would continue going downhill without there help. It is something that you must do for your health, to have a good support system.

I look forward to talking to you more. Take care ~ Melanie