← Return to Chronic upper stomach Pain/Nausea going on 4 yrs. ALL TESTS NEGATIVE

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@rwinney

Hi @trip17 Check one more thing off your list and keep moving on. It is a frustrating process but, you have to stay the course. We can be happy and sad when a test is negative. Happy because we really don't want one more thing but, sad because the challenge continues. I'm sorry and understand your frustrations. Regarding hydrocodone...you are brave and strong by enduring pain and refusing to take more. I get that because its exactly how I began 3 years ago, taking hydrocodone. At this point for me I now take 4 per day every 3 hours or if things are better in my body, maybe 4-6 hours. It is a constant battle being in pain and not receiving ample relief. I added medical marijuana to help when hydro doesnt. It's a viscous cycle. I wish you well and hope you find your answers.
Rachel

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You nailed it. I'm actually more upset when it's negative now, but I understand what you are saying. I'm still just taking 2 hydro a day although I really need more, but can't do it. Take one around noon (although mornings are the worst part of my day. I barely made it to the office today). I take a half later in the afternoon and the other half before bed (for my neuropathy). The Vascular Dr decided to do one more test tomorrow. An ultrasound on the abdominal aorta. All the symptoms point to a problem with that, but nothing is showing up. This will be the last test before going to UT Southwestern or Mayo in FL. I wanted to try medical Marijuana but I don't qualify for it here in Texas. Asking the pain Dr who did my spine block implant, if he can do a nerve block shot so I can survive until we find out what's wrong. I cannot function normally anymore. It's just too hard and I'm s former football player who is used to dealing with pain. It's that bad. Praying for you and hope you get better soon.