Hi all,

I'm a total newbie here and very glad to have found this forum. I have multiple 'issues' . I was diagnosed with ME/CFS five years ago and have suffered with vertigo, lack of balance, and some odd symptoms such as transient double vision. I also suffered with severe facial and jaw pain and pain at back of head. I got told was my teeth and TMJ but then a great new dentist discovered my jaw was dislocating - sent me for x-ray and found an old jaw break never healed - so jaw was lopsided, and dislocating causing nerve, muscle and bone pain.

I also suffered with severe neck and head pain, and so last month my physio sent me for a flexion and extension x ray - which shows instability in c2,3 and 4 of cervical spine. GP not much use explaining what this may mean for me but on advice of orthapeadic registrar they have referred me to a neurosurgeon so waiting for more answers. Sigh.

So have a complicated history of injuries and issues but the upshot is I am in a LOT of pain daily - particularly a very bad headache and pressure at the back of my head.

I am going to spend my time reading all the posts and info in this forum but I just want to say how great it is to find a place where there are people I can discuss things with as I have no clue really what is going on with me.

Sorry for epic first post

Welcome barnsleelass.

Hi Barnsleelass,
Welcome to the NeuroTalk Support Groups.

Here are a couple of places you could check out...
Spinal Disorders and Back Pain Forum
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Forum
Chronic Pain Forum

On the top of all the forums are the Sticky threads as well. They're generally information and resources and can be very helpful.

If you need any help navigating the forums, just post back and someone will be sure to help you.

All the best to you.

Barnsleelass,

It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Please keep us up to date on her condition. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Darlene