Emily,

Many meds; especially narcotics, cause constipation and the need for frequent laxatives. But, wouldn't brush off the blood clots with BM as possibly from hemmorids or straining. Have you had a colonoscoopy??

I am on a high dose of narcotics; therefore; a lot of constipation and laxatives. Last summer mentioned to my urogyny I was having some blood in BM. I was aware of external hemorrhoids and experienced some redish blood; but this seemed somewhat different. My gyny informed me I also had internal hemorrhoids and was probably the reason for the blood. I told him I had been aware previously that I had external but didn't realize I had internal as well. We let it go at that.

About a month later, due to possible impacted constipation, went to ER Had much difficulty cleaning me out and was admitted. Eventually was given a few dpses of the prep that is used for cleaning out for colonoscopies. Since I had never had a colonoscopy before (it is suggested anyone starting at age 50 should have one, and then at least every 5 years) I agreed to have the colonscopy. Unfortunately, what might have been a polop that would have been discovered and removed had I been doing colonoscopies Now it had become a cancerous tumor.

Talk with your PCP about this and the possibility of having a colonoscopy. Even my urogyny ignored this warning and brushed it off. Most likely you are experiencing nothing more than some constipation and straining; but not worth assuming this is the case.

Hope you soon get meds under control.

Neurochic,


Just FYI I had to start taking the Promethezine on xmas eve. As the GERD/RELUX was so bad I started throwing up and the major weakness/tiredness was just as bad. I am staggering the meds best as I can. But its hard because I taking the Lyrica 3x's a day.


I searched and searched for a FULL list of side effects of the Lyrica and found it does indeed cause reflux type issues. AS well as nausea, vomiting, and
a bunch of other issues that are more rare but have been bothering me. I'm still waiting to hear from my doctor...grr...he's out until next week and HAS been the only "prescribing doc".

It's really sad when the only medication they give you ends up messing with you so much..........they have me doing a test kit thing for the blood issue. Its starting to clear up a little. So it is probably an internal Hemorrhoid or something like that. I stopped taking the tramadol to see if that would help some of the drowsiness......eh not much but I do start PT on Friday. I'm a little nervous because the nerve block is wearing off...I'm hoping it won't be too painful.


Sigh....this sucks I either have to choose between unbearable pain, or not quite as painful ans alll these other symptoms.........how fun.

Yes, welcome to life with CRPS. The choices you get to make are just great!!

lololololol

You know I was telling my fiance just as an example lets say something like morphine, or Oxycontin (which I haven't taken yet). The big BAD drugs that soo many people fake for. Funny as I do have SOME diagnostic proof such as the lags in the EMG, the numbness, coldness of 13-15 degrees sometimes more I'm sure. But I digress, lets say those big bad drugs worked! They didn't cause a whole bunch or truly heinous side effects, like those commercials you hear a litany of side effects "including death in rare cases". A doctor would rather prescribe you those than, if taken correctly, something that offers relief with more minimal side effects. Or that IF you DO get prescribed these "big bad" meds you have to sign a frigging contract??? With regular blood testing and monitoring...lolol he was like are you kidding me? I personally got some pretty darn good relief while on Oxycodone (temp while titrating Lyrica) I just felt it needed to be just a little bit stronger and last longer.....not that the doctor paid any attention, to the a month of pain journals I had written about what pain med affected what and activities....Work is getting harder again...typing still not a strong suit.
It be nice to see them go thru what we all do, the EXTREME fatigue, nausea,hair loss, Reflux, vomiting, diarrhea/constipation, and then see how they could handle works AND taking care of their kids!!!! lolol
I would seriously like to give the doctors who treat us the same dosage of meds and see how THEY function. Oh well now how fast do you think they might be asking for something else?? Or how quick they would be in prescribing something that has THAT many side effects!



I found my humor again today as you can tell we'll see how long it lasts! lol

The block absolutely would have caused throat discomfort but should have worn off after a few days at most. (I think this is one of the signs along with the eye droop that it worked. The doc that did the block didn't know this???) I also remember experiencing acid reflux an hour two after my procedures--usually in the car ride home. Eating something small helped calm my empty stomach, but it had to be soft due to my throat. It usually took me a full week to feel all the effects of the anesthesia clear from my body. Lots of water, massage, and rest are what you need to plan for the week following a block...and not much else. They warn you not to drive for 24 hrs, but I often wasn't safe for 3-4. There are some people that have them weekly for long periods of time, and they must not react so strongly to them.

Blood in your stool can be very serious. You need an urgent doc appointment.

I guess I didn't state myself clearly! Lol that has been happening a LOT lately....
anywho I a;ready went to my PCP who ordered an occult and lab work up for stool issue. The other symptoms I couldn't find info! Very frustrating. I eventually found a site..can't remember where now, that said that reflux/gerd can be cause by Lyrica. It is RARE when it does but hey that's just par for course right?
It seems all the "Rare" things are happening with me lately!!

Generally ehow articles are junk, but this one is spot on.

http://www.ehow.com/how_2337427_reco...injection.html

And it reminded me about the talking issue! It's been years since I had one done.

Is your throat still bothering you, btw?

The other issue I just want to mention, is your should only be introducing 1 med at a time. 2 weeks would be a bare minimum to test the effects of a new med, and 4 is definitely preferred.

A contract for scheduled narcotics is the norm. It may even be required by your state, county, and/or city. Urine testing and pill counts are some of the only options that can be used to monitor those that are taking their meds as directed. It's a good thing IMO. It also provides a record for you. Often pharmacists (at least the good ones) know the meds better the docs, and will catch issues with your scripts.

oh I know. The contracts are there for a reason....just seems over the top for us people who use them how they're supposed to be and not abusing or selling them. No my throat is ok,. it came and went for about 4-5 days but didn't actually hurt just sounded like I had laryngitis or something.



Right now....taking the darn prometheizne...not doing crap for me. Still vomiting........pulse rate 110-120 normally a steady 80-85....called pharmacy said tt doctor...doctor not it tt nurse.......she says no appts go to urgent care or e.r. good lord.....seriously.....I don't feel well or right.....have to finish work though.......fml