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MVD in Dec. '08' TN Back w/Vengeance!!!
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What other diseases, disorders & syndromes do we all have???
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Nov 19, 2011

Kimberley Bauman replied to Sara B's discussion 'Need your input please: MVD Risks not listed + injury to back post MVD' in the group MVD's

Hi Sara, I don't believe their could be any correlation between the disc herniation and the MVD. Probably a coincidence. I have had a disc herniation, but with physical therapy was able to recover and did not need any…

Nov 19, 2011

Kc Dancer Kc replied to Kimberley Bauman's discussion 'What other diseases, disorders & syndromes do we all have???'

6 months before the oral surgery threw me in the ER with tn last fall --- I got dx with hypertension out of nowhere at age 48. I also have Restless Leggggggs ! 3rd would be many accidents that rear-ended me - neck problems-…

Jul 30, 2011

TN is back and this is the 8th straight day of pain. Trying to focus through the pain so I can accomplish the things I need to.

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Kimberley Bauman replied to Kimberley Bauman's discussion 'MVD in Dec. '08' TN Back w/Vengeance!!!'

Hi Red, I can not take Neurontin as of the side effects. I was on Tegretol the first time with TN with some success, but I had to increase my dose on a regular basis due to break through pain and the side effects from the Tegretol became…

Jul 23, 2011

Richard A. "Red" Lawhern replied to Kimberley Bauman's discussion 'MVD in Dec. '08' TN Back w/Vengeance!!!'

Hi, Kimberley Baclofen is a muscle relaxant and Lyrica is often prescribed for Fibromyalgia or generalized neuropathic conditions. However, I do not hear mention of any of the anti-seizure meds which are often regarded as the first line of…

Jul 23, 2011

MVD in Dec. '08' TN Back w/Vengeance!!!

Was completely pain free for 6 months and then minor aches/pains for the rest of the time except recently. Couple of months ago I started having more face pain so I went to the doctor to rule out any other cause. No other causes, just TN. Darnit! 7 days ago... worst pain since before my surgery! I would rather give birth to a 10 lb. baby every day than experience this! Went to doctor yesterday as I've been having pain every day, all day and it is intense! I'm already taking Lyrica 225 mg. twice…See More

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Kimberley Bauman left a comment for Kayron D. Huff

Kayron, Thank you for your lovely birthday wishes! I'm looking forward to getting to know you. Kimberley

Jul 22, 2011

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What treatments have you undergone (or will undergo)? With what success?: Tried Gabapentin, now taking Carbatrol & Baclofen & will be doing MVD on Dec. 15, 2008.

Please share your TN story with us...(How did your pain first emerge and then change over time? Were you ever misdiagnosed? Do you believe your pain was caused by dental work? Have you had unsuccessful surgeries or medications?): I had been having some mild tooth pain, (or so I thought) for a few months, but I didn't have the money to go have a cavity filled so I ignored it.

The pain was increasing and one day the pain was so incredible that I would rather birth a child every day than have another attack.

I began seeing dentists who would refer me to another type of dentist. Finally, they all decided I needed to have a tooth removed. Thankfully, the endodontist said, frankly, I can't imagine that this is going to fix anything as it seems like your pain is moving.

I decided to go see a doctor and it was the doc who said I think you have trigeminal neuralgia and she referred me to a neurologist. The neurologist confirmed the diagnosis of TN, and so my journey began.

I was put on gabapentin, which did not control the pain very well, however I became very agitated and somewhat homicidal. This is not good so I was changed to Carbatrol. Shortly thereafter I went into a remission for a couple of months so I was medication free for that short period of time. I tried to rough out the attacks when they came again, but I turned to the doctors and their medications rapidly as the pain was horriffic!

I do not function well on the med's and have seen a neurosurgeon who says I'm a good candidate for the MVD which is scheduled for December 15, 2008.

I'm both excited and anxious at the same time. I'm looking forward to being pain free, (as it has a 95% success rate), however, I am anxious, very anxious about having a hole drilled in my head!

Would you like to recommend a doctor, therapist or a hospital?: Dr. Leveque at Group Health in Seattle.

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At 12:40am on July 4, 2011, Kayron D. Huff said…: Happy Birthday to you, on your special day. I have been a member of Living with TN for only a few months. I do hope that your birthday will be one of joy, happiness and pain-free. ~Kayron~

At 5:29pm on July 3, 2011, Julie said…: Hi Kimberly, hope you have a wonderful birthday!

At 10:28am on June 26, 2010, Diana Parker said…: Thank you, your thoughts are working, my pain is better!

At 4:13pm on February 18, 2009, JKL said…: Hi Kim, I know we were suppose to do coffee tomorrow. And my brain is mush and I realized that tomorrow is the 2 yr anniversary of Lisa's death, David has to go to Dr. Moss for orthodontics etc.. So I'm going to have to do it another time.

At 6:33pm on December 14, 2008, Stephanie said…: FYI:
We did the trip from Vancouver Wa back home last night and the roads were fine. They were wet and there was snow at times but we saw lots snow plow trucks putting down de-icer. Lots of sanding trucks too.
The 2 left lanes from Ft. Lewis down to SeaTac area are very rutted and bumpy. If that bothers your face stay over if you can.
I will keep you in my prayers and thougths tonight, hope you get a decent night's sleep and tomorrow for safe travels, tomorrow for a simple and thorough surgery....simple, I mean easy to fix. For the next week for a peaceful recovery. I will be looking for updates.
Gentle hug for you.
Stephanie

At 3:13pm on December 12, 2008, Judy Broadworth said…: Kimberley. Yikes I just realized that the 15 is this coming week! You will be in my thoughts and prayers. If you or your partner can post to let us know how you are doing, please do as I'm sure everyone will be anxious to hear from you. Take care...Judy

At 4:11pm on December 4, 2008, Judy Broadworth said…: Welcome Kimberley. I can only imagine your anxiety...but to be pain free with no meds.I've had TN for a long time and have been able to tolerate Tegretol and now Depakote too but I don't want to be on them forever and I do have breakthrough episodes once or twice a year that are quite debilitating so I am beginning to think seriously about the surgery. Please keep us posted and don't hesitate to share your fears. this is a wonderful and compassionate group that you have joined. Judy