I have just got back from the doctor who has confirmed that I have gout which is a form of arthritis apparently. After Friday my foot got worse and by Sunday was swollen to about twice it's size, bright red, and painful doesn't even begin to describe it! He thinks it's caused by some other pills I've been taking, even though I've had those for years. I have to stop those, but take the anti-inflamatories and the painkillers he's given me, keep off my foot and keep it raised for a week and that should clear it for now. Then I start the pills again and we see what happens! I'm feeling sorry for myself!
Oh dear, You have every right to feel sorry for yourself. I've had gout, it's horrible. In my case it was diet related. I chose not to medicate, changed my diet, and waited it out. It took about 2 months for the pain to go away. Hope you're up and feeling better soon!
ReplyDeleteA lot of Samoans get gout and theirs is caused by seafood mainly
ReplyDeleteDoes not sound one bit fun. I have no experience with gout but do know it can be very painful. I hope you can manage sewing.
ReplyDelete:( feel better - ouch!
ReplyDeleteThat does not sound like any fun at all. You need an EPP project to keep you out of trouble and on the couch with your feet up!
ReplyDeleteI thought gout was caused by diet - my youngest brother get's it frequently. Either way - keep rested and hope things improve. Yes, a hand project is calling.
ReplyDeleteOuchy is right, hope you get healed up fast, in the meantime you can still play with EQ and design away.
ReplyDeleteI had a little run in with Gout several months ago. It is a build up of Uric acid in your system. In other words, you are too acid, and you need to balance and become more alkaline. I did some research and found that Apple Cider Vinegar helped me in just a couple of day. There are many pros and cons, but you can do a web search and find out the info yourself. Not sure if you can find ACV in your part of the world, but it certainly helped me :-)
ReplyDeleteYep Yep Yep! All that stuff what you're eating! How about revisiting our ap-PLEEK-ay lesson? Your pumpkins might wind up a little distorted while supine, but you can blame it on me!
ReplyDeleteGrab a good book and take some time off! Take advantage of the excuse to do nothing....sounds like a plan to me! Feel better in your own time.
ReplyDeletePoor Sue!! My brother had this in his elbow!! Not good!! Wishing you a speedy recovery! Maybe a little hand stitching will help speed up the process...
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I wish I lived closer to be able to do something for you Sue. I agree with Nancy, work on your applique! It will get you laughing again. Take care my friend. Lynn
ReplyDeletePoor Sue, I'm sorry about your foot. You don't hear much about gout these days, but I do know from personal experience how painful arthritis can be. Hope you are up and around again very soon.
ReplyDeletehope you are much better real soon
ReplyDeleteAfter meeting you on Friday, I don't want you in pain. No stand-up quilting, though I suppose handsewing is OK. Hope the pain goes quickly & I'll give you a ring over the next few days to make sure you're getting better. Take care.
ReplyDeleteWell that stinks! I hope you are feeling better soon!
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that your not feeling well, I hope the treatment works quickly.
ReplyDeleteOh no...sending hugs and smiles to take away your pain. Hope all will soon improve!
ReplyDeleteOuch is right .... Any handwork or knitting to keep you occupied?
ReplyDeleteYou poor thing! My brother has bouts of gout, and talks about the intense pain. Hope you're better soon. Hugs
ReplyDeletesounds most unpleasant, I see lots of comments have mentioned diet, rumour has it that it can be drink related Sounds like you will be unable to use the machine for a while, maybe you will be working on new designs, reading hand stitching instead, do hope it gets better quickly and you can keep it under control
ReplyDeleteGet better soon.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear of your foot problem, hopefully the change in medication will help. My joint pain and inflammation was cured by not eating gluten/wheat.
ReplyDeleteI hope you get to feeling better soon - any kind of pain like that just isn't on!! Follow the doctor's orders to stay off it and keep it elevated - everything else can wait for you to get well!
ReplyDeleteWhen my husbands acts up his go-to cure is 100% tart cherry juice. It truly helps! Drink a small glass daily.
ReplyDeleteOh dear! I'm so sorry that you're having to so through such pain. I hope you have some handwork, or good books to keep you busy.
ReplyDeleteHope you are feeling better by now. Take good care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteNo fun and so sorry. There are many great suggestions for ways to make it better and I hope something helps.
ReplyDeleteThat doesn't sound like much fun. Hope you are on the mend soon.
ReplyDeleteOh poor girl, I've heard that's exceptionally painful. Hope you feel better soon :)
ReplyDeleteOh Sue...Mr. Squash went through that last year! I don't envy you one bit! Hopefully it will take of itself with rest and meds. Hope you feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteCheers!
Are you much better yet? I've always wondered what gout is. I do hope you don't have another flare up.
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