My post ‘appointments and procedures‘, I wrote the following –
The Neurologist suggested I be referred to Radiation Oncology for radiation treatments to help boost the chemotherapy and reduce the tumor that is pressing against the genitofemoral nerve. The referral is in place for the consultation at the end of this month. My hope is the radiation treatments can be worked in the schedule along with my chemotherapy treatments. I am unsure at this time how this will be handled.
Prior to my Radiation Oncology appointment, I will have my first of two appointments for my Facet Injections. You may remember I was also referred to Pain Management and it was suggested by them to have 2 appointments for the Facet Injections.

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In today’ post, I write the following –
This past Wednesday’s post ‘Larger Lymph Nodes‘, I mentioned I was giving it a few days, and then I would let you know how I feel about the results of the first of two Facet Injections I am to receive.
The results are I feel little difference in the level of pain I am experiencing in my lower back. Immediately after the procedure I felt some relieve; that was most likely a result of the local anesthesia. Back home and hours later the pain was worse; I reached a 10+ pain level and my emotions took over and with the tears flowing, once again I asked God to let me die now.
I finally found one comfortable position on the recliner and received some sleep and some brief pain relief.

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Tuesday morning, I wake with my usual pain level of 5. The pain level from the previous evening is subsided and the new day brings another normal day of pain. The normal day of pain is because of the many medications I take to control it. As the day progressed so did the pain level.
This past Monday before the Facet Injection procedure took place I spoke with Dr. P. We discussed the changes that had taken place with regards to my body since my initial consultation with him. Dr. P. knows I have additional Lymph Nodes with cancer and the other Lymph Nodes that have cancer are larger. He is also informed by me that my pain has increased as well.
Besides my lower back pain, I also experience pain in my right groin area that has increased as the weeks have passed. Also, my nerve pains that radiates down my legs and up my back have increased as well. Along with this increased pain is an increase in pain medications.
This past Monday, prior to the procedure Dr. P. suggested for my 2nd appointment he would perform a Superior Hypogastric Nerve Block. The reason for this procedure is due to the increase pain in my groin area. This procedure is also more precise in blocking nerve pain in the pelvic region.
So, Wednesday and Thursday came and went and how was my pain level? The same as usual – a level 5 increasing in the evening to a higher level.
I am still looking for pain relief.
Bummer. It’s like the mouse running in circles.
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It certainly is Peggy, and it is getting very old. Have a great weekend. 🙂
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Here hoping your weekend is better.
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Thank you Peggy. 🙂
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Hope you noticed my typo! Here instead of Here’s! We all make mistakes.
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How frustrating for you, Terry. 🙁 Many hugs as you head into the weekend. ❤️
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It is very frustrating Alexis, and tiring. I appreciate your hugs and hope you have a great weekend. 🙂
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Oh, this isn’t what anyone wanted to hear. While I am glad there is an additional procedure for the second appointment, I know we all had hoped this would provide you with some relief. Thinking of you.
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Yes, I had hoped for something out of this procedure and am very disappointed. I need to have something soon, I am unable to deal with this much longer. Thanks you Sarah, have a great weekend. 🙂
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You’ve already been dealing with it longer than many would have.
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Keep seeking it buddy!! 😊
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I will Jodi, I will! 🙂
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Oh no! This is not good news at all. I so wanted the Facet Injections to work ! I am so sorry my friend that you are having to deal with this ongoing pain. I really hope that this Superior Hypogastric Nerve Block helps when you have it done. OMW you just want some pain relief !!! Hoping that a miracle takes place and the pain subsides. Thinking of you. Hugs. x
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Oh Lynne, I need some relief soon, this ongoing pain is wearing me down to nothing. I am hoping with next weeks appointment with the Radiation Oncologist that relief will be very soon. I hope you have a great weekend my friend. 🙂
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Thank you 🙂 and I hope you have some pain relief this weekend, as that I feel would be considered a great weekend for you. Hugs x
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Terry try Dotterra essential oil Frankincense. It is safe to take internally and will help manage the pain and help you heal. Just 2 drops twice a day. Please research😊
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I certainly will research Tink, thank you for the information. As always I appreciate you stopping by – have a great weekend. 🙂
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Oh Terry; I’m so sorry to hear this. I so wish your pain could be parceled up and shared out so we could each take a little bit from you. I hope the next procedure brings relief. Sending extra-strong hugs.
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That is very nice of you Su, I need some relief soon, this is becoming very difficult for me. Thank you for the hugs – have a great weekend. 🙂
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Wishing you peace and some relief from the pain very soon.
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It looks as if even a 4 would do
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Very true Derrick. Have a happy weekend! 🙂
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I am so sorry that most of those treatments are not working. Fingers crossed for the nerve block. K x
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Thanks Kerry, I have more appointments in the upcoming weeks, I am staying positive pain relief is on its way. Good to see you – have a great weekend. 🙂
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Mwah! 💋
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I truly hope things get better for you. Sending hugs! 🌺
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Thank you Eugenia, that is my hope as well – more appointments to come in the upcoming weeks – thanks for the hugs. 🙂
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Sorry to hear everything you are going through! I’m an anaesthetic nurse and do lots of these pain procedures, it can take up to two weeks for the steroids they inject to work. So I hope it settles more for you.
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Thank you for your kind words and I do hope it settles more for me soon. I appreciate you stopping by today to read and comment. Have a great weekend. 🙂
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I hope you have found some releif in the past couple of day Terry. Thinking of you 💕
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Thank you Val, I have a little relief, but hoping for more in the weeks to come. Thanks for you kind comment and have a great weekend. 🙂
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