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phoenix · 12-04-2003, 06:35 AM

I was reading that pain depletes serotonin.I kind of thought that might explain why I feel so out of sorts.I get tired, down and irritable really easily.I've done a pretty good job of staying positive but I feel overwhelmed by all the insurance and legal stuff.I get tired and frustrated with my kid.I count my blessings and I know I am fortunate...but I'm hurting bad.My collarbone is broken in three places and it hurts to do just about anything.

Anyway...I've always been afraid of pain killers like Vicodin.It's funny...I never take anything but OTC pain medication.And yet I'd never expect anyone else to suffer this kind of pain without help.I see my doctor today and I wonder if I should ask about safe pain medication.

I walked around Wal Mart yesterday for about an hour and it was really difficult.As much as I wanted to be out and doing my Christmas shopping,I couldn't wait to get back to my recliner and heating pad.It's the only comfortable place.It lets my shoulder be in the right position without straining the muscles.

So...if anyone has any feedback on managing pain,especially on what to avoid...I'd appreciate it.

Thanks,

phoenix

12-04-2003, 06:35 AM	#1 (permalink)
phoenix Paused Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Dreaming Summer Posts: 803	Serotonin and pain I was reading that pain depletes serotonin.I kind of thought that might explain why I feel so out of sorts.I get tired, down and irritable really easily.I've done a pretty good job of staying positive but I feel overwhelmed by all the insurance and legal stuff.I get tired and frustrated with my kid.I count my blessings and I know I am fortunate...but I'm hurting bad.My collarbone is broken in three places and it hurts to do just about anything. Anyway...I've always been afraid of pain killers like Vicodin.It's funny...I never take anything but OTC pain medication.And yet I'd never expect anyone else to suffer this kind of pain without help.I see my doctor today and I wonder if I should ask about safe pain medication. I walked around Wal Mart yesterday for about an hour and it was really difficult.As much as I wanted to be out and doing my Christmas shopping,I couldn't wait to get back to my recliner and heating pad.It's the only comfortable place.It lets my shoulder be in the right position without straining the muscles. So...if anyone has any feedback on managing pain,especially on what to avoid...I'd appreciate it. Thanks, phoenix