[Olaf]

Hello there,
The main reason I'm on this site is; I've been a Chronic Pain Sufferer for 32 yrs and have dealt with this by myself, except for the last few months. At one point I isolated myself socially for over a decade. Please I need some dialogue with someone who has psychological training in this field, or someone who knows what it is like. Help!!!!

[moose53]

Hi, ((((((Olaf))))))

Welcome to NeuroTalk. I see you've already discovered the Chronic Pain forum. You sort of snuck in the back door

Here's a list of all our forums here.

My 'home' forums are Spinal Disorders and Chronic Pain. My adopted forums are Bipolar Disorder and Child Neuro. I wander frequently

My back is shot to heck. I imagine it's not as bad as yours. Mine is mostly from age and misuse not from birth. But, I don't like to do that whole comparison thing. I talked a lot about my back when I first started with the old BrainTalk. I've gotten away from that in the past year or so. Finally, I'm more accepting of ME, I guess.

I'm retired/disabled -- way to young, in my opinion (even though my son says I have now reached "antique" status.

This is a great place. You can talk about your physical and emotional problems, if you want. You can talk about your cat or your dog and your art and your coin collection. We even talk a little of religion and politics -- within reason -- without bringing the sledgehammers

I think chronic pain is one of the hardest things to live with. There's no break, no respite. It isn't like if you behave yourself and do everything RIGHT that it will make a bit of difference. That's a hard reality to face.

I have pain in my hands and feet from neuropathy caused by a blood condition. Thanks be to G-d, I've found a drug that pretty much stops the pain. I don't know where I would be if I hadn't It's interesting, and ironic, that numb hands can cause pain, isn't it

You're gonna like it here. I know what it's like to isolate yourself. I have psychiatric 'issues' and isolating myself had always been one of my coping mechanisms. Now, I find out, that hasn't been such a smart idea. It's hard to change what you've been doing all your life.

The internet is a wonderful way to connect up with people, to not feel so lonely, yet still have your precious solitude. It also gives you a place to practice your people skills.

I just noticed tonight that you posted a couple of weeks ago. It's good to be supportive. But, you also have to be BRAVE. You get back what you put out here. You put out caring and support and initiate conversations, you'll get back unbelievable gifts.

Well, I'm working on re-opening my eBay store for the holidays. Got to get back to that. I just wanted to welcome you. I look forward to learning more about you.

Hugs.

Barb

[Darlene]

Olaf,

Hello and welcome to NeuroTalk. Great to see you have come to be with us. You will find a great number of caring, supporting members here willing to help each other as they can.

Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around.

Darlene

[AfterMyNap]

Hi, Olaf! Welcome to NeuroTalk!

I'm glad you found us. There is a nifty search engine in the blue toolbar above to help you locate discussions specific to your needs. Feel free to join in anywhere, this is a very friendly, supportive community.

[DM]

Welcome to NT, Olaf!!!!

[Doody]

Hi ((Olaf)).

Chronic pain just sucks! I'm glad you came out of your solitude to try and connect. I've met the most wonderful people on these forums and been blessed to have met some of them as well.

I hope you stick around.

[Abbie]

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Glad you found our little corner of the world!! Hope to see you around!!



Abbie

P.S. I love your name!! I have an uncle Olaf...we call him Red!

[Olaf]

Thanks for the kind thoughts, it does help.

[Olaf]

Because of my back my r shoulder does the old snap crackle pop, your comment made me laugh almost, thnx

[ny2007]

I just wanted to send a hello your way. I have been dealing with pain for a couple of years now.. a number of things and 8 surgeries in the past 6 yrs. I have actually learned to isolate myself and figured if I am going to suffer I am going to do it alone and not bring anyone else down. It is really not a good idea --.Like Moose 53 mentioned... you have to stay in the game. It is not fun at all, there is no letting up and it doesn't go away. It is human nature to become depressed ~ who is going to be happy when you feel this way.
Today is just a day-- tomorrow will be here very soon -- it is just a matter of time before they figure out how to make you feel better. Don't give up. Be persistant. Get mad at the pain -- not yourself -- I get mad at the pain everyday. I wasn't born like this, I was very hard on myself and have caused these problems. But I have to forgive myself and deal with it - it doesn't matter where it comes from when it is here it is here.
Get out there. If one doctor can't help you go to another and another. you will be happy just trying to get answers. I hope you feel better soon and please write to me if you feel like it... I will be around.