Tingling & Numbness in some Extremedies.

Lately, I have been feeling an extreme amount of Numbing & Tingling in some of my ext remedies....like my Arms, and parts of my Legs.

While watching TV, Or reading something on the computer.....all of a sudden, I will feel some numbness in my Hands, Arms and even my Feet.
With my Arms, I noticed it will happen if I lay on my Left Side while watching TV Or even if I am sitting up watching TV....and then as soon as I move it, I feel numbness and then the Tingling starts.
The other morning after waking up for the Day, it happened again....and usually I could just "shake it out" Or "work it out" by rubbing my hands....but not this time, it stayed like that for quite some time....and I started to get a little worried.

With my Legs, if I lay on the Left Side it almost ALWAYS happens....along with Major Discomfort & Pain....for some reason, THIS LEG (the left)...gives me More problems than the Right One.....but I still have the same problems, just not as much on the Right.

My Feet....Well now that's another story, one that I could write a short story about......sighhhh.

If I SIT TOO LONG....they Hurt...IF I STAND TO LONG....They Hurt....WHEN I GET UP IN THE MORNING....I can't bare weight on them AT ALL!!!!!.....and it continues like that throughout the Day.

The tingling & numbness is really not a NEW THING, but it is becoming more "evident" if you will, in the past few weeks Or so.

The "NEW" Medicine Doesn't Work.....Now What!!

So Now What......


When I go back to the doctors on the 1st of May, I have to tell him that the New Medicine he put me on.....the Meloxicam 15mg (anti-inflammatory medicine), DOES NOT WORK!!!

So far it has been 3 weeks since I started on it.....and I KNOW I should have felt some kind of difference by now, but NOPE.....Nothing!!!
I still have the same Pain....If not Worse......and it is really disturbing me to say the least.

How many types of Meds. will I have to TRY.....before I can get the RIGHT One......aaaauuuggghhh.


When I think of it.....My body actually feels like I should be 80-90 yrs. old, not that I know how they feel on a Physical Level, but from back when I used to be a CNA.....I would LISTEN to my residents when they Spoke to me about How They are Feeling.....and let me tell ya, I FEEL LIKE I AM THERE!!!!

Definition & Symptoms of OSTEOARTHRITIS

Definition
By Mayo Clinic staff

Osteoarthritis, sometimes called degenerative joint disease or osteoarthrosis, is the most common form of arthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when cartilage in your joints wears down over time.

Osteoarthritis can affect any joint in your body, though it most commonly affects joints in your hands, hips, knees and spine. Osteoarthritis typically affects just one joint, though in some cases, such as with finger arthritis, several joints can be affected.

Osteoarthritis gradually worsens with time, and no cure exists. But osteoarthritis treatments can relieve pain and help you remain active. Taking steps to actively manage your osteoarthritis may help you gain control over your osteoarthritis pain.


Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staff

Osteoarthritis of the spine

Osteoarthritis of the hip


Osteoarthritis symptoms often develop slowly and worsen over time. Signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis include:

Pain in a joint during or after use, or after a period of inactivity

Tenderness in the joint when you apply light pressure

Stiffness in a joint, that may be most noticeable when you wake up in the morning or after a period of inactivity

Loss of flexibility may make it difficult to use the joint

Grating sensation when you use the joint

Bone spurs, which appear as hard lumps, may form around the affected joint

Swelling in some cases

Osteoarthritis symptoms most commonly affect the hands, hips, knees and spine. Unless you've been injured or placed unusual stress on a joint, it's uncommon for osteoarthritis symptoms to affect your jaw, shoulder, elbows, wrists or ankles.


http://mayoclinic.com/health/osteoarthritis/DS00019

Tender Points of FIBROMYALGIA

Unfortunetly, I haven't mastered the art of Posting Images on my Blog as yet, lolol....but as soon as I get the help to do so.....I will put up the Chart that shows the Tender Points.


Tender points

The 18 tender points associated with fibromyalgia occur in symmetrical pairs from the back of your head to your inner knees.


I HAVE All of the POINTS they speak of......OoooKayyy!!!

Symptoms of FIBROMYALGIA

These Articles come from the Mayo Clinic (a very well known Clinic).


Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staff

Signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia can vary, depending on the weather, stress, physical activity or even the time of day.


Widespread pain and tender points

The pain associated with fibromyalgia is described as a constant dull ache, typically arising from muscles. To be considered widespread, the pain must occur on both sides of your body and above and below your waist.

Fibromyalgia is characterized by additional pain when firm pressure is applied to specific areas of your body, called tender points. Tender point locations include:

Back of the head
Between shoulder blades
Top of shoulders
Front sides of neck
Upper chest
Outer elbows
Upper hips
Sides of hips
Inner knees


Fatigue and sleep disturbances

People with fibromyalgia often awaken tired, even though they seem to get plenty of sleep. Experts believe that these people rarely reach the deep restorative stage of sleep. Sleep disorders that have been linked to fibromyalgia include restless legs syndrome and sleep apnea.


Co-existing conditions

Many people who have fibromyalgia also may have:

Chronic fatigue syndrome
Depression
Endometriosis
Headaches
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Lupus
Osteoarthritis
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Restless legs syndrome
Rheumatoid arthritis



Causes
By Mayo Clinic staff


Doctors don't know what causes fibromyalgia, but it most likely involves a variety of factors working together. These may include:

Genetics.
Because fibromyalgia tends to run in families, there may be certain genetic mutations that may make you more susceptible to developing the disorder.

Infections.
Some illnesses appear to trigger or aggravate fibromyalgia.

Physical or emotional trauma.
Post-traumatic stress disorder has been linked to fibromyalgia.

Why does it hurt?
Current thinking centers around a theory called central sensitization. This theory states that people with fibromyalgia have a lower threshold for pain because of increased sensitivity in the brain to pain signals.

Researchers believe repeated nerve stimulation causes the brains of people with fibromyalgia to change. This change involves an abnormal increase in levels of certain chemicals in the brain that signal pain (neurotransmitters). In addition, the brain's pain receptors seem to develop a sort of memory of the pain and become more sensitive, meaning they can overreact to pain signals.



Tests and diagnosis
By Mayo Clinic staff


Tender points
The American College of Rheumatology has established two criteria for the diagnosis of fibromyalgia:

Widespread pain lasting at least three months

At least 11 positive tender points — out of a total possible of 18


Tender points
During your physical exam, your doctor may check specific places on your body for tenderness. The amount of pressure used during this exam is usually just enough to whiten the doctor's fingernail bed. These 18 tender points are a hallmark for fibromyalgia.

Blood tests
While there is no lab test to confirm a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, your doctor may want to rule out other conditions that may have similar symptoms. Blood tests may include:

Complete blood count
Erythrocyte sedimentation rate
Thyroid function tests


These were just a Few things posted about FIBROMYALGIA.....if you want to read more about this Condition, click on the link below:

http://mayoclinic.com/health/fibromyalgia/DS00079