Part I - For the past few weeks I've been off of work and will be for a little while, not sure how long yet. Reason being, I've been suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome for a while now and about three weeks ago it got to the point where I couldn't even write at work one day. I headed to the doctor after work and I was immediately put off of work. I have to go and get the surgery done in both hands and then recover. This of course is not a horrible thing since the time at home was soooo needed and it's nice having more time with my family. I'm a bit worried about the surgery since I won't be able to use my hands for a while so that should prove to be very interesting!
I have so badly neglected my blog over the past year and plan to do a lot of catching up! Only, the more I do with my hands, the more the numbness sets in and causes crises so I have to be careful to not overdo it. I'm also trying to do a little bit of work from home until my surgery so as to not fall too far behind and still be somewhat work active.
Part II - My main worry about this whole saga has been really hard for me to talk about and pretty much brings me to tears everytime I stop and think about it or every time a crises starts as the numbness has also been spreading throughout my body as well. This is not related to the Carpal Tunnel. I went for an MRI of the brain, that's so scary to say, for the doctors to try and rule out a few things, one of which is MS. The thought of this is so scary for me, I stop and think of the possibilities of this and think well, if it's something that's manageable, then so be it, we'll deal with it, not much choice in the matter. But I still worry thinking that I may one day not be able to run around with my kids and so on and so forth. Note: you should never start googling and researching on the net because you will come to so many scary conclusions!
So for the moment I'm trying to make the best of things and stay positive that I'm going through all of the tests and such to, as they say, to "rule out" things and try to come to the root of the problem. Who knows, it could just be a pinched nerve somewhere or bad circulation, etc. It could be many things I guess. There are just many frustrating moments when I do such normal everyday things and then have no feeling in my hands after! So crossing my fingers and toes that everything will be fine and trying to focus on the positive things I'm blessed with!
I have so badly neglected my blog over the past year and plan to do a lot of catching up! Only, the more I do with my hands, the more the numbness sets in and causes crises so I have to be careful to not overdo it. I'm also trying to do a little bit of work from home until my surgery so as to not fall too far behind and still be somewhat work active.
Part II - My main worry about this whole saga has been really hard for me to talk about and pretty much brings me to tears everytime I stop and think about it or every time a crises starts as the numbness has also been spreading throughout my body as well. This is not related to the Carpal Tunnel. I went for an MRI of the brain, that's so scary to say, for the doctors to try and rule out a few things, one of which is MS. The thought of this is so scary for me, I stop and think of the possibilities of this and think well, if it's something that's manageable, then so be it, we'll deal with it, not much choice in the matter. But I still worry thinking that I may one day not be able to run around with my kids and so on and so forth. Note: you should never start googling and researching on the net because you will come to so many scary conclusions!
So for the moment I'm trying to make the best of things and stay positive that I'm going through all of the tests and such to, as they say, to "rule out" things and try to come to the root of the problem. Who knows, it could just be a pinched nerve somewhere or bad circulation, etc. It could be many things I guess. There are just many frustrating moments when I do such normal everyday things and then have no feeling in my hands after! So crossing my fingers and toes that everything will be fine and trying to focus on the positive things I'm blessed with!
5 comments:
Take things one step at a time and fight, fight, fight! You can do it. I believe in you.
Keep smilin!
I hate to sound so cheesy, but you have to stay positive. Until you find out for sure whatever it is, negaztive energy can only make things worse. Whatever the outcome, you will fight it and do whatever it takes - you always have, and look where you are today!
Pen
xoxo
I am so sorry to hear of all the medical issues you are having!! As the other girls have said, you must stay positive....I know it is easier said than done, but try to keep your chin up!!
Please keep us posted....thinking of you!
Lisa
You poor thing! I had carpal tunnel surgery after Carson was born. It wasn't too bad. I did venture out to have someone wash my hair. Showering was a complete joke!
I also experience alot of numbness (which is diabetes related) and I am hoping and praying your numbness is only a pinched nerve. Hang in there!
Oh wow. I just finally read your post and I'm so down about it. The CS can be fixed but if you think something else might be happening. :( I hope it's not.
Googling is not good. Heck one of my client thought maybe I was having a stroke because of my whole right arm and hand hurting a lot. It's fine after 2 days but Google sure scared me! :(
I hope yoy rest and not worry about things you are uncertain with. Stay positive for your family!
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