Date: November 8th, 2023 As the days turn into weeks, I’ve been diligently following my regimen of supplements, chiropractic care, and essential oils. It’s hard to pinpoint which of these is contributing the most, but the undeniable truth is that I’m managing the pain to a tolerable level thus far. In fact, there have been …
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Date: November 1, 2023 The last few days have been a continuation of the same journey, with occasional phantom pains scattered along my jawline and chin. There have even been a few fleeting sensations on the right side of my face, on my chin. I’m fervently hoping that these are simply echoes of the issues …
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Date: October 25th, 2023 When I used to think of a pill organizer, the word “elderly” often came to mind. I’ve been fortunate never to have to take a lot of prescriptions or vitamins, but that changed with my Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) diagnosis. Today, my latest Amazon purchase arrived, all items centered around TN management. …
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I’m not a stranger to the world of essential oils, and as I navigate this journey with Trigeminal Neuralgia, I’ve decided to add these aromatic elixirs to my daily regimen. It’s my way of being proactive in staying as healthy as possible, especially at the cellular level. After some diligent research and soul-searching, I’ve chosen …
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This past weekend, my husband and I embarked on an anniversary trip that took us to the vibrant city of Chicago. The highlight of our visit was undoubtedly an anniversary dinner at a prestigious two-star Michelin restaurant. It was a culinary experience that tickled our taste buds and filled our hearts with warmth and joy. …
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October 18th, 2023: As the days continue to unfold, I find myself cautiously optimistic. Today was another success in the aftermath of the recent pain block. While I’ve had a few mild sensations, the absence of severe pain is a small victory in itself. Once again, my unwelcome companion, Trigeminal Neuralgia, appears to be held …
October 17th, 2023: The sun rises on a new day, and I can’t help but feel a glimmer of hope in the air. It’s the day after my Trigeminal Neuralgia pain block, and the overall report is a positive one. For starters, I’ve had a good day. The major pains that have become all too …
October 16th, 2023: The world is still cloaked in darkness at 5 am when Dennis nudges me awake. It’s an ungodly hour, but there’s a mission at hand – a pre-dawn pilgrimage to the UAB Highlands Pain Clinic in Birmingham, AL. The reason for this early awakening? It’s Trigeminal Neuralgia Pain Block Day! By 7 …
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October 15th, 2023: Ding, ding, ding! The moment I’d been eagerly awaiting finally arrived – the Cervical MRI results are in. As I tear open the digital envelope to unravel the findings, there’s a twist in the tale. No news on the Trigeminal Neuralgia front. However, what I do discover is a troop of four …
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October 14th, 2023 Impatience tends to be my close companion, especially when it involves medical test results. As of today, the much-awaited news regarding the cervical MRI is still in transit, testing the limits of my resolve. With two chiropractic visits under my belt, I couldn’t help but wonder how much of a difference it …
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