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JoyMck



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PostPosted: February 10, 2005 4:44 PM    Post subject: Back Pain Reply with quote

Hi!

Has anyone experienced lower back pain as a side effect of withdrawal? My back started bothering me at first in the morning when I would get up, so I thought it was the way I had slept. However, it has gotten worse and hurts just about all day.

Also, I have just been feeling kind of yucky.


Day 15 and going strong....

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PostPosted: February 10, 2005 4:57 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

HI Joy,

I haven' t heard of lower back pains as a side effect to quitting. (Congratulations on your 15 days, by the way) But I have heard and know from experience, that lower back pain is nothing to fool around with. Whatever you do, get off your feet get a heating pad and chill for a while. Go to the Dr. for scripts if necessary!! Go!! NOW!!!

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PostPosted: February 10, 2005 7:11 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Joy,

Do take care of yourself. If this discomfort doesn't go away, see a doctor. It may be something as simple as a muscle strain but it never hurts to be sure.
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PostPosted: February 10, 2005 10:59 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

i'm with nita on this; i don't remember ever reading about lower back pain being linked to quitting smoking, and my unsolicited medical advice is to see a doctor if the pain persists for more than a couple of days.

and congratulations on your first 15 days of freedom! you're doing great! Smile
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PostPosted: February 11, 2005 9:55 AM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Joy ~ I agree with the others. I haven't personally experienced lower back pain with quitting and I have read about anyone else either - I would go to a doctor.

Kris
Six months, three days, 7 hours, 22 minutes and 10 seconds. 3746 cigarettes not smoked, saving $749.39. Life saved: 1 week, 6 days, 10 minutes.
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PostPosted: February 11, 2005 1:09 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Joy...I agree with the others. See a Dr.

I had no back pain when I quit. Lots of gas though. Shocked

Let us know what the Dr says.

Conrad's on your awesome quit.

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PostPosted: February 11, 2005 1:56 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Go to the doctor! maybe it was something you ignored while you were smoking and now are intuned with your body more! Get it checked out to know what it is for sure!

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PostPosted: February 11, 2005 2:02 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi Joy,
Congratulations on day 15 of freedom from those stinky things...

I hope you go to the doctor for your back pain.. It is no fun to have problems with the lower back...

Stay strong on your quit....Hope all will be well with your back.
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londa



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PostPosted: February 14, 2005 1:04 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Joy, you probably should go to the doctors if this persists. You could have a UTI or bowels could be a problem. Just from experience. Are you drinking lots of water?

Go to the doctors just to be sure.

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JoyMck



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PostPosted: February 15, 2005 4:11 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hello everyone,

Well, I've been to the doctor. I'm still having tests done and he has referred me to an Urologist. They found a little blood in the urine sample and he had me get a sonogram on my kidneys.
I don't go to the specialist until 3/2/05, so I will have to wait and see. I have found Motrin helps with the aches and pains and am drinking a lot of water.

Thanks for all of your concern and I will keep you posted!

Joy

I have now stopped smoking for 19 days, 9 hours, 10 minutes, 36 seconds. That translates into 387 cigarettes NOT smoked, for a savings of $58.05! I have increased my life expectancy by 1 days, 8 hours, 18 minutes, 14 seconds.
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PostPosted: February 15, 2005 4:54 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Joy, my prayers and good well wishess are with you. Please keep.me updated my friend.

I am so proud you have been smoke free for 19 days now. Wow! Hows the hubby doing? Better than mine I hope. Shocked

Please do not for get the UPDATE.

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JoyMck



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PostPosted: February 16, 2005 4:23 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi!

Well, I got the test results back. I have a small kidney stone! Confused Better that than something worse! I still have to go to the specialist to see what he wants to do.

I did email my Mom and told her to "Thank" my Dad for this. It seems I've inherited a lot of things from him.....kidney stones, curly hair, allergies, hearing loss, space between my front teeth..... Wink

My hubby is doing well with his Quit he is in his 2nd week!! YEAH!! Of course he still has moments, just like I do! We just help each other through the cravings. It has been 3 weeks today, for me! I can't believe it! I am so proud! Larger size pants and all!!! Laughing

Well, I better get back to work. Just wanted to keep you updated on the lower back pain!

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PostPosted: February 16, 2005 4:28 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

*whew*...Glad that's over. Kidney stones, from what I understand are no fun, but am glad it's something treatable!! Take good care!
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PostPosted: February 16, 2005 7:40 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hey Joy, I'm glad that things aren't too serious. Take care of yourself. Kerry
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PostPosted: February 16, 2005 9:17 PM    Post subject: Reply with quote

Hi Joy. That's good news. Kidney stones can be "blasted," can't they? Seems I've heard of people getting rid of them without invasive surgery. My prayers are with you. Keep that quit going.
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