Mel, trust me from experience of YEARS of unexplained 'issues', random symptoms, nothing connecting to the other it seemed until i kept a calendar with every thing i had over a year. I showed my doctor after and showed him a list. It took several years to foguire out i have an autoimmune issue. Stress activates, illness activates, just remember eat well, rest well, take up something like yoga, listening to music, what ever relaxes you. Something to destress even if you think you are not stressed. Over time even if you get half a dozen different diagnosis, you may figuire out with your doctor it is one thing not half a dozen. Just chill, take Mel days. ❤
I listened to you and then read a bunch of comments. I am 65 - lived on a homestead when i was growing up. We raised, grew, ate all of our food and the one thing i grew up with was migraines every week. Fast forward to my 20's i found out I was extremely sensitive to MSG. I put ACCENT on everything which is 100% msg, lowered my headaches to monthly. 30's Dr. told me I was allergic to cigarettes well that took me by surprise. Age 40 hit and I stopped smoking, my headaches went completely away. Around 45 I started listening to folks talk about their illnesses and how they were on all these medications. Then I developed a severe pain on my right side went to the dr and he said it was my gallbladder I was at the age where it needed to be removed. In between doctor visits i went to the chiropractor and asked where the gallbladder was on my back when he touched it i screamed. Chiropractor fixed my spine which fixed my gallbladder which never was removed. Melanie all healing comes from listening and deciding, which path you will travel down. I recommend finding a good Chiropractor. Also if you smoke or vape you need to decide is it worth ingesting. The lotions you use, the soaps you use, the laundry soap, the shampoo, all can aggravate sysmptoms. Watch out for labels that read "made with bioengineered food". Ps just had my blood work done 1st time in over 15 years and it came back perfect. Eye exam nothing has changed in 2 years. Take control by listening, reading, praying. Peace.
I hope you are feeling better soon Mel. Several years ago I had an allergic reaction after eating more beef than I normally eat. The allergist doctor told me that we overcome over allergies to things by ingesting small amounts of what we are allergic. A friend who had allergies in the spring and fall to pollen was told by his doctor to buy locally produced (not store bought) honey and eat a spoonful daily. Said it needed to be local for the honey would contain pollen from the flowers and trees around you. Therefore it would help you build up your immunity. I hope the doctor is able to help you out. I watched the video with the work on the deck prior to this one and the four of you really got a lot of work done.
Mel, My doctor here in Maine said my pain was not gout. However, I was seen by a Osteoarthritis Specialist because the of the joints being involved. After a full blood screen, my sodium was off the charts. At that time I had just retired and living wild and carefree. I was also D3 deficient. That was 10 years ago and had to make some major dietary changes. My husband is a nutrition diabetic so these changes were already in place. I did a 30 day test eliminating salt; taking D3 capsule three times a day along with gummy multi vitamin; no beer☹️; White sugar or white flour ( I do alot of baking); no fried foods or packaged foodsand no salt at all; no processed meats,deli or canned; increased veggies and water. On day 35, redid blood test and ALL levels had dropped to where my doctor was very glad.
girl I did that too, it was hard to do, and for me I came back into moderation...trying to ditch the sugar which is hard, nothing over 3 grams of sugar....
MEL, I would love to teach you how to heal your body. I am applying what I have been taught and I am making strides. Just a good old fashion kitchen table with the girls talk. Let me know if you are interested and your email address to start the conversation. Love your family and I would love to share and help you heal yourself as Jesus "the Healer" said we could. God Bless and I hope to hear from you here for now. 🤗🙌
😅My husband gets gout and has never had high uric acid. He gets it so bad he can't get out of bed. He is now on allopurinol daily. With out this medication he has flares all the time. It doesn't matter if he eats alot of red meat or not. So he just eats a good diet with all different kinds of meats and vegetables.
Mel do not stop sharing because yes it is uncomfortable for you to tell what is happening but you have a very large audience & your story may be exactly what someone needs to hear. They may have similar pain & you can let them know they aren't alone. God will give you strength to bare whatever you are going through. His word promises you that!. Praying for His healing touch & His miracles.
I had Covid (omicron variant) in May 2022 and my body was never the same. Whatever you have, I hope you get better soon. Keep a positive attitude, it helps a lot.
I’ve had one thing or another ever since I had covid, brain fog, things still don’t taste good, don’t have enough breath to clean my house. Then I started having sciatica nerve pain in my hips, then I got the flu and then it snowned and decided I needed to check on things at my daycare. Slipped down in the ice. A week later I wake up in horrific pain in left hip and knee. The dr was suppose to order a test when I was closed for Christmas. Which he forgot , so after I wake up with this new pain. I call the dr back telling him I’ve got to have something done. I go last Wed , now it’s bursitis. I’ve never had anything in my life to hurt so bad. Hope you feel better soon. I’m on arthritis meds and high blood now having to use a walker and a cane. No way you turn can you get comfortable. I’ve never had this much pain.
Had shingles at age 15. Get an outbreak every year since. The blisters don’t always come out, Mel. Get tested for autoimmune diseases. I had crazy things for years and drs made me feel like I was crazy. Went to a woman dr and surprise, I tested positive for Lupus. Have fibromyalgia and arthritis also. I get hot pain down my fingers too from thumb to index finger. Big toes pain. It’s Nerve pain. Gabapentin helps with that. I lose energy and can’t do anything for a while. It comes and goes. Manage the pain anyway you can. Ice packs when it’s swollen and red. Autoimmune diseases show in strange ways. Or pinched nerves in your spine. You’re not alone. Rest as much as you need and can. God bless. I’ll pray for,you. 🙏🏻❤️
Mel & Gary we're holding you in our love & prayers. I was diagnosed with Gout 4 months ago. So I can pray with empathy. We love and appreciate you and all your family and framily too! Much love and blessings!
You are so young to be going through all this. I’m 72 and 1/2 and as you said to each their own, every time I’m up for any booster, albeit flu, shingles, pneumonia, COVID, you best believe I’m at the Walmart with my card saying stick me. I don’t like being sick so Imma do whatever I can to keep from getting sick. I have two grandkids that have extreme asthma and for either of them to contract any of those diseases to be fatal to them so I will vaccinate for them and myself. You take care of yourself sweet girl your husband and children need you!❤
Mel, you have to see a Reumatologist for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. You have everything that I have. I was diagnosed last summer.its not gout. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I have had the samething. I didn’t go to the Dr. I was doing physical work on my mini homestead. I did Epsom salt bath, stayed off my feet, got better shoes, more veggies less meat, more water, slowed down on coffee, started using Dr Bergs hydration / electrolyte powder, has magnesium and potassium that help muscles relax too. For my fingure issue, everything above, but also stopped over doing repetitive work with any tools, even doing less chickens to process at one time. I have had Rona the last week January 2020 and have not vaxed. I had Fibromyalgia for years. Ashwaghanda works great for this and for stress. I do no sugar and use monk liquid sweetener now… I eat very little carbs now… unless a veggie with low carbs. Very little potatoes. Lots of water, green tea is ok and herb tea. Organic food as much as possible. No more than 1 cup a day of organic coffee… and skip days with tea instead. You could do a liver cleanse. I haven’t had a flare up but 1 time. Take care. Take care of you and learn your physical limitations and eat good, drink good. Take care… feel better soon! 💖🌷😊
My father had debilitating gout, and his Uric acid levels were always in the normal range. Venesin is supposed to be one of the best meats to eat if you have arthritis or gout
Praying for you Mel I had the same thing happen to me. My big toe felt like a in grown toe nail for a week, and a headache I was living on aspirin. Did all the test everything came up normal. Just sitting here I can feel my big toe slightly throbbing. My doctor is now sending me for a nerve test. I was hit by a school bus about 10 years ago and have lower back pain she believes it’s for that. Like you I have a hard time resting my body I’m always on go. For 25 years I was on my feet as a medical assistant running for one side of office to other, and now walking to bathroom is a chore. I know how you feel I told my husband I wanna go and have my toe cut off to fell better. I wasn’t told stop eat red meat, and I don’t drink tea, I’m a coffee girl. Oh one thing just through of I lived in NY all my life and move to Florida 6 years ago. It’s funny after 6 years this started happening to me. I’m think it’s because of the weather, at night it’s in 40s by day it’s 70 to 80. I will continue to pray for you. Love you guys.
I was 58 when I got Shingles. The crazy part about my Shingles is that I just had them in my left hand (blisters). Based on your low immune system, I recommend getting the shingles vaccine because now that you had shingles, you are more prone to getting it again. I hope you are feeling better soon.
As a person who started with autoimmune illnesses in my thirties and now live with 5 in my sixties. I would suggest inquiring about rheumatoid arthritis. Your symptoms including your age bracket would tend to lean in that direction more than gout. While I pray for you that I am wrong, I would certainly start asking the doctors about it. Love and prayers for answers soon. 💗🙏
Hey Mel, I have different issues but all or most of my blood tests came out relatively normal. Well, I was in and out of the hospital several times in the past 2 months. When I was released in January with surgeons refusing to remove my enlarged spleen, I contacted Mayo clinic in Rochester MN. 11 days later I traveled up there for 10 days and many tests. I have to return in April, but I finally have answers and I feel like I'm back to normal. I am praying for you. God has a plan.😊
Sounds like you have an autoimmune disorder. I've been living with several most of my life. Sadly you just learn to deal with the pain. What I thought was unbearable 40 years ago as a kid doesn't faze me now. Sounds like Rheumatoid or Psoriatic Arthritis, it can take a while for it to show in blood work. My inflammatory markers didn't really show much for about 2 years after symptoms started. My brother and I have trifecta of arthritis. He was completely crippled at 42. Arthritis is actually more prevalent in woman. Autoimmune disorders are usually triggered by a viral infection that triggers your immune system to go haywire and start attacking you rather then the virus, bacteria, etc. Good luck and hope you feel better. It can take a while to diagnose autoimmune disorders.
I had Delta Covid pneumonia. In hospital for two month. That was over a year ago. Since then, I’ve had weird things happening to me too. I was in the shower and felt the “ hot” in my hands suddenly. Very painful. My fingers swelled at the joints. I couldn’t even bend them. I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis. My toes hurt after that and now my back. I hope you feel better and get on top of it. If it’s Gout the AZO wouldn’t counteract it. Keep taking the medication and soon you will feel better. Gout is not just an older persons issue. I was always healthy until Covid. My life is forever changed and physicians just don’t know enough about it. Love you guys! ❤️❤️🙏🙏
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Girl I've got chiari malformation, which I was diagnosed back in 2018, it's when the brain presses down on the spine cuz runs outta room in the skull. This was life changing for me, as I've always been very active, now I cain't lift over 10lbs the rest of my life. Life came to screeching halt. I built furniture outta old barn wood n loved it but cain't anymore. This is life but I've adjusted n learned my limits, you will too cuz I can tell you're tough girl. I'm 51 but that's okay. Now I oil paint n so crafts, enjoy it. Imma keep you in my prayers. God bless, love, hugs n prayers from this ole country gal from Arkansas! ❤️🙏🥰
Mel, I hope you get answers soon. I’m praying for you. I have Lupus and other health problems mine started in my early thirties I’m now fifty nine. Thanks for sharing you have friends out here that care. Hold on to your faith in God he’s what helps me through everyday. Sending prayers,love and hugs.
Mel, As someone who went through sudden health issues when i was your age. It can be very scary and confusing. Try ( as hard as it is) not to focus on it. It will stress you out worse. The most important thing is keeping your stress level as low as you can. you have to put it in a box in the back of your head and only focus on it when you have to. You are so very bless to have that wonderful man sitting next to you. He will take care of you. Theres nothing you two cant face together. Im praying for quick answers but don't expect them because you will be disappointed with each doctors appointment. It is more about ruling things our over a period of time, Thats why i say don't stress . It is hard not getting answers when u are spending time money looking for answers and not getting them . Sometimes that is the worst part. KEEP YOUR STRESS DOWN because that will make it worse. I know its hard. Im praying for you. God bless you sweetheart! Hang in there.
Sounds like Cellulitis Mel. I’ve had it twice in my thumb and like you, I’ve had three kids and it ranks right up there with the pain. Antibiotics will take down the swelling and the pain. I was told it was an infection after being exposed to stagnant water through a cut, scape or bug bite. I have a high tolerance for pain too and I was climbing the walls with the pain!
I just prayed for you and I believe that God is going to heal you and give you the answers you need to get better and prevent anything further from hurting you.
Mel, I had Covid in 2022 and I am still dealing with it. I still can't not taste or smell. It has also changed my lung functions. MY hair at one point was falling out. Talk about changing my life well it did. So just be careful and stay safe and may God bless you.
Praying for answers for your symptoms. I had Covid in 2022. I kept getting severe bronchitis afterwards and finally was diagnosed with post-Covid induced asthma. Now with Symbicort asthma is controlled. I have other weird unexplained symptoms, one being my mouth (roof and tongue) feels like it does when you burn it with hot cheese on pizza but looks normal. Some doctors have told me lots of their patients have unexplained post-Covid issues. They don’t really 😢understand that virus. Brooke from Cog Hill has been trying to get answers from severe seemingly autoimmune issues that came on suddenly. I know she also had Covid although she has not said anything about this could be related. I personally believe Covid has long term effects for many.❤🙏🏻
I have these issues and have been working with them for years now, ask to be tested for RA, you are experiencing the same signs I did, and if caught early can be treated successfully. RA is an autoimmune disease that attacks the joints, usually on the same side of the body. I started out with the Uric acid problems too, but let the tests go for other issues and now I have to be treated continually. Please mention RA to the doctor!
That’s exactly what I was going to say…gout. My ex husband had a very bad case of gout and it is extremely painful. He got it in both his knees. Yes it can be controlled by diet, plenty of water etc. think about seeing a naturopath. Odourless garlic tablets are good to take to boost your immune system, garlic is a natural anti inflammatory. Yes! That’s exactly what gout is, knives in your joints. Would love to know how you go after your doctors visit. You need to heal Mel, just slow it down, you need to take care of yourself before you go helping others. You just maybe burning the candles at both ends. Love and prayers for a quick recovery 🙏🙏🤗🤗
I’m so sorry you are going through so much right now. I completely understand what it’s like not knowing or having answers. I have a very complicated medical history and it took a long time advocating for myself before I had answers to what was going on in my body. If I may suggest, try to find a good rheumatologist in your area. I saw several before I had my answers. A rheumatologist should be able run tests to help identify any autoimmune disorders. They should also be able to tell you if you have any vitamin deficiencies. Unfortunately, it takes time! I wish you well and hope you feel better soon!
Luckily in the UK we get a free vaccination which greatly lessens the effect of shingles. I have arthritis in both hips, neck and left shoulder and have suffered from gout for a few years. For gout I have been prescribed with Allopurinol and have to take one tablet every day. Since taking the tablet I have had no attacks of gout. Luckily in England, being over the age of 60, I get free prescriptions.
Poor Mel 😔 Ask your doctor about rheumatoid arthritis as not everyone who has it, tests positive on the 3 tests they do. I was diagnosed with this autoimmune disease after ignoring painful joints for almost a year, and did test positive on all 3 tests, but by that point I had irreversible damage and it made it so much harder to get under control, and the consequences have been life changing for me
I agree, please seek an appointment with a Rheumatologist! My grandaughter contracted Shingles at 13 years old, then had Mono, but it was diagnosed as Strepp & was given medication that was totally detrimental for her liver. She got better in time, then started having very swollen joints to the point of excruciating pain, unable to walk, unable to lift anything , swollen hands to where she had to have rings cut off, & in constant pain. Her dr. Finally did some more tests & her levels were off the chart & was sent to a Rheumatologist. Finally! Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis , & after a year takes an injection every other week, which helps so much, but is not a cure , nor does it stop all the swelling nor stop all the pain. But at least she can function now. Its so sad to see & I only wish I could change places with her & relieve her pain. Btw, my grandaughter is only 21, so she has to deal with that for the rest of her life.
Have you been checked for lupus or thyroid disease? Every few years I came down with a new autoimmune illness. My thyroid was off and I was on thyroid medication, but after checking for lupus and Lyme disease, my doctor finally checked for hashimoto's thyroid disease and that is what I have.
I was seronegative for a couple years and then boom, it started showing up. Most of my inflammatory markers are never really crazy but the arthritis is everywhere. 1st Rheumatologist diagnosed fibromyalgia. She never took 1 x ray! 2nd one I went to, ran everything and x rayed everything and did a nuclear scan and Vectra DA test. Diagnosed RA,PsA, Sjogrens, and within 60 days of those, here came Graves. Took me almost 3 years of testing to get diagnosed. Being in chronic pain is exhausting. We've all been taught to keep pushing through even when we feel bad. LISTEN to your body! It sure wasn't easy not feeling well and having to push to get tested! Seems we all have to advocate for ourselves with the DRs anymore.
Hi Gary and Mel. I'm thankful that you share things with us, so we can pray more specifically. I'm praying for you, and trusting for good results, as to your healing. Blessings from Rick, in N.H.
Mel don't worry about getting out videos just get better!! We need you around for a very long time and more importantly your family needs you to be well. 😊❤
Hi Mel. I'm female, and first developed gout when I was single and in my early 40's. I was convinced I had somehow dropped a sledge hammer on my big toe. It developed in less than 24 hours and it was horrible. I drove myself to the ER and came home with crutches and medicine that knocked me on my backside. I've had several flairs over the last 20 years. I know that, for me, excess caffeine can be a trigger. (I'm a Diet Pepsi junky!) I now keep a bottle of prescription Colchicine available, and when I begin to get the "gout's coming" twinge, I can take that and head it off. If you can stand it, massaging it can really help. When mine flairs up, I can get my husband to massage it and it will help it ease off more quickly. It hurts like you know what, but it helps. My theory is that it helps the uric acid crystals dissipate. Diet may play a role, but genes have the biggest influence as to whether you develop gout or not. I'm so sorry you're going through this. My first flair was while I was in the middle of setting up 4 raised beds. I hobbled around my garden as long as I could before giving in and heading to the ER. I hope you feel better soon. Stay away from the sweet tea and drink the plain water! Many hugs!!
Also, I have been on anti-gout medicine since the 70s. My Uric acid level was so high that I created Uric acid Kidney stones ad=nauseum, talk about pain. Try passing a few of those.
Maybe look deeper into foods to eliminate & changing your diet to bump out the medication. I've been trying what I can & finding that avoiding foods with lectins in them & so far anything to do with a strong tomato base in it being removed from my diet has helped with my knees & rubbing Castor oil in some painful areas has helped as well. At my age I'm finding I need to make some better changes to avoid paying into the garbage pharmacies
I have osteoarthritis in my knees, ankle, and some of my fingers. At 72 I had an acute arthritis episode in two finger- red, painful, swollen. I have never had this reaction before. Voltaren cream is now my friend. I apply anytime to areas that start hurting. It does help. I hope you find something that helps you.
Mel, don't start reading and looking up diseases! That just makes it worst! Waiting is hard; but wait for the doctor's to do the diagnosis! Get some rest, prop you foot up and relax. Feel better soon! We love you and all care! Write down your weird happenings as you think of them, that may assist the doctor's.
😮 I had a stroke a few years ago and I have the same problems that you are and after I passed out for just a little bit I woke up in the hospital and couldn't understand people when they talked to me. Sounded like a language that I didn't know. I couldn't talk. The hospital released me after 2 days on medication but at home it took 3 days before I could function properly. Since then my hands are doing the same thing as yours and my short term memory is not good. I may think it's Friday but it will be Saturday or Sunday. One side of my body is losing muscle.
I have nerve damage and pain. 21 years strokes survivor 8x strokes. I have been reading alot B1 fat soluble Benfotiamine and the leg pain stopped and the ringing in the ear alot better. Alot of my survivor friend are getting nerve damage pain better also. It a vitamin. I now take one morning and night. Watching from West Virginia
I have had gout since I was 25, 63 now. I have taken a medicine called Allopurinol since being diagnosed. I'm an old coal miner and tougher than a pine knot, but a gout flare up is one of the most painful things I have experienced. The first time I had a flare up I could have shot my big toe off and I don't think the pain would have been any worse. Hang in there.
Glad to see you looking at the diet aspect of this. As a dietitian I can help yo out with that if you need/want. You are definitely on the right track. Lot of water. Test your water as well to see if you have high levels of something toxic to you. You mentioned sweet tea and that can and will cause this as it is very high acid. Just do a test and not drink any for one whole week. Substitute water for tea. I think you will have solved your problem.
I get gout flare ups at least once every two months. I use tart cherry extract with celery seed extract along with lots of water. You can get these at health food stores or online! I use Aleve or equivalent for pain! Your diet isn’t the problem! I don’t change mine when I get a flare up! Stay away from corn syrup products it causes inflammation
Mel, please get evaluated for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis ( chronic fatigue syndrome) I have had all of these weird unexplained things.i finally got diagnosed last summer.
Mel, if your sugar is high….cut back the carbs eat only whole foods . Red meat isn’t the problem , sweet tea definitely is. Get a glucose monitor, it will tell you what foods effect your sugar.
I have had gout for years, from what you described it is gout. Red meat, beer and some sausage will cause flair upsets. Take care, there is also medications and there are homeopathic remedies-uloric is just one.
Mel, Gary and Kids! Hello, Mel I hope whatever the Doc is doing for you helps, I already know it is not working fast enough, but a lot of people are having tough times right now, and it takes time for all the prayers to be answered! Hang in there, you will be back to GIT N DONE, in no time! ❤❤ I was watching you and Whiterock working on your deck, and that plus Country Road Cure working on their garden, got me to thinking! About the people that were so instrumental in making it all happen, Rooster created the garden bed for CRC, as well as dug your basement and created you tiers for the garden and animals. You largely had same dump truck driver through it all, and then the Masonry Contractor that mentored you both! I bet they would love to come back sometime down the road and see all the progress they help the 41.36 make. Maybe a good reason for a Summer bar-be-que! I am sure there are others I am forgetting, but you get the idea. I really miss Rooster, he was just a hoot, and we all know he is Abe's hero! Well hopefully that took you mind off your medical woes for a few minutes! Take care, be Safe! ❤❤
My son-in-law has gout and his is severe. They started buying only grass fed beef and chicken from local farmers and now his gout is gone completely! He only eats home grown vegetables and stopped drinking anything with caffeine. Just a little input.
Mel, im so sorry you are going through this. You have been through so much with the shingles and so on. I can see the sadness in your eyes. I know it very scary. Big hugs and love to you. I will be praying. Much Love! Karen ❤🫂🙏
I hate having to depend on prescriptions but for gout I was prescribed alopurinol. It works plain and simple. There are alot of things in the comments that will help to but gout is progressive and will put you down.
I'm 68 years old and had covid and now have things going on with me breathing problems ringing in ears real bad bad joint issues we will keep you in our prayers. Love all you do thanks.
I take a daily vitamin that contains magnesium, calcium and zinc. I have type 2 diabetes and sometimes get terrible cramping in my feet, especially at night when I try to sleep. This vitamin has just about eliminated flare-ups of this type.
Good morning Mel and Gary, Mel sorry about the Gout, I know that can be very painful. I hope you get that under control soon. I do know people that had it but now is under control. Take it easy Mel you will be better soon. Nothing is a rush, just do things in your time. Take care and Good Luck!! ❤️❤️👍👍🇨🇦
I recognized that look on your face yesterday. The look of sadness that accompanies pain. I know it well. Sounds like you are on the right track with dietary changes. I do best on an anti~inflammatory diet. I wish you good health and praying all will be well.
I've also got arthritis throughout my spine, among other health issues, n feel like I'm too young for this mess. Like i said girl you gotta learn those limits n don't go beyond those n gettin with the right Dr is key. Hope n pray they figure out what's goin on with you cuz knowing is important, first n foremost! Love y'all, hope y'all have blessed day! ❤🥰🙏
Hi Me and Gary I’ve watched your videos for a long time and I feel like Mel’s current medical problems are linked with her eye problem that she had a few months ago, now you have nerve pain in her joints. Hope your feeling better soon Mel xx
I sure hope you get the answers you need. Listening to you is like reading my medical chart. I am a 69 yr old woman but have had issues since I was a teenager. I know this is no fun. Good luck to you.
I have had the "gout" pain, my thumb got "stuck", my immune system is so low, weird 15 second headaches, eye twitching, and so many other weird symptoms. No test results showed anything. I got covid Feb 2029 from a relative from Seattle. It was the first strong hit. What I have is Covid Long Haul. No two long haulers have all of the same symptoms but many symptoms overlap. It sure sounds like that is what you have. There is a vitamin protocol that helps reduce the symptoms. It may be worth the research to check it out. I got to the point that I felt like a hypochondriac crazy person but it's real. COVID was a crazy cocktail for sure
I have a rare auto-immune disease, not that I think you have it, but there are multiple auto-immune diseases where the labs look good, but the body is not. Sero-negative RA is one of them, Relapsing Polychondritis is another (that's the rare one I have). All that to say, not all textbook symptoms and results fit every individual. Also, stress does not have to be bad to cause flares. Vacation, holidays, weddings, even birthday celebrations can cause flares. You are in my prayers - God is good and He is not left in the midst of mystery. I cling to that and the fact that I am in His almighty, gentle hands.
After reading a few comments where everyone is saying "alcohol ", i need to share. My husband had this exact issue several years ago and it just happened to fall right after St Patrick's Day. He went to the doctor in so much pain and was told it was gout and the doctor said its from drinking too much. Apparently assuming he drank too much for St Patrick's Day. My husband quit drinking many many years ago and told the doctor "I don't drink ". The doctor basically said ya right, and he said again I don't drink. Its so frustrating when Doctors don't listen. So i just wanted to share what we've figured out over the years. He gets flare up anytime he "over does" anything. A vitamin, coffee, pop, sugary treats.... too much of one thing. Take Care
I agree about the doctors assuming things, I have told and will continue to tell the doctors I deal with that I know my body, and my habits; just because alcohol is one of the main things that trigger gout doesn't mean that is what caused the gout. You have to be your own advocate when it comes to your health.
I am pretty sure me and my husband both think we had covid in 2019. And since then, our allergies have been horrible. Neuropathy can cause those problems with your hands and feet. All kinds of problems since covid. Even celiac disease. Pray 🙏 you get to feeling better
Before I looked at comments, my first thought was gout. My Mom had it for years her pain was exactly as you described. Her big triggers were fried foods, pork and sausage. I’m sure it varies from person to person. I’ve seen people of all ages with gout 🤷🏼♀️. If finances and insurance permit, I would request a rheumatologist consult and maybe an allergist, if the rheumatologist doesn’t do allergy / immunology bloodwork. The worst part is not knowing what you have so you can take appropriate precautions to avoid foods or environmental factors that cause negative responses. If I may make a suggestion, keep a food diary of everything you eat, if you have another flare up, it will be helpful to both you and your doctor ‼️ Take care 🫶🏼
Hope you recover very soon Mel im old im 67 soon and i just had my first shingles injection doctor said to have it i need one more in few weeks but i have lots tablets for nerve pain and pain killers to very strong dose to i know what your pain is like so intence that sort of pain so get well soon take easy and REST ok
I’ve had trigger finger in both hands at the same time that lasted a couple months. No pain just couldn’t use hands like normal. I’ve also experienced horrible foot pain that was more plantar fasciitis so I made sure I walked on my outer feet more to help with the pain. I did notice over time my feet were turning slightly inward so I think it was effecting my feet. I had to retrain my walk. Also, certain shoes are not good so I always wear an arch support now. Flats are not good. A lot of people have surgery but I chose to correct it myself.
Oh Mel so sorry your not feeling well. What you are describing is similar was I deal with. I have fibromyalgia. It comes and goes. Some days are more painful than others. I pray you find out what it is. Take care girlfriend❤️🇺🇸✌️
Praying for answers to your health issues. Autoimmune diseases, especially Lupus are harder to diagnose. I was diagnosed with Lupus thirteen years ago, but I keep it in control most of the time. When I get overly exhausted my body lets me know, and ramps up the symptom.
Neuropathy, I have it. Pain is terrible. Gout is on my radar also. Alot of sleepless nights. Try ice. They say no cure , but symptoms are the same as you have mentioned. Please mention this to your Doctor. I watch you all the time. I am 75 years old and trust me It will get worse. I wish this is something else. Prayers.. ❤
So sorry Mel that you are having pain in your toe, if late at night and still hurting, research on you tube for acupressure point to relieve gout pain in toe, there are several quick shorts that may help . Have you been tested for any mineral deficiencies, magnesium might be one to check first. Good luck and wishing you well! You both are doing great with the cottage and property and I am sure you both are an inspiration to all of us that are sharing your family adventures!
Melanie I am so sorry you are experiencing all these weird things. BUT..... I had Covid so bad I was just a breath away from death.... It took me close to a year to recover just a little bit. That horrible virus has caused so many different illnesses within our bodies. I've heard some pretty devastating stories of how bad it has affected so many people. I myself struggled with brain issues. Trouble thinking straight, speech, very dizzy. I went to so many Dr's to hear we just haven't gotten into how bad Covid has damaged people. I suffer from severe neuropathy, fibromyalgia, and arthritis. Which to tell you the truth worsened after Covid. I am in pain 24-7 day after day after day. I hate it. I used to be so active. I am single and i'm 71 yrs young and I make myself do things. Because I don't want to lose what's left of my body by staying down. I've had 3 back surgeries, 2 hip replacements and a number of other surgeries no need to mention. 😂😂. My heart goes out to you because sweetie you are TOO YOUNG to have to deal with whatever is going on. Unfortunately the Dr's can't give a reason why, because a lot of the time they don't know or can't figure it out. And it's not their fault. I will add you to my prayer list, you too Gary because the struggle is very real. As you keep saying take it one day at a time. May the Lord keep his hand of protection on you and your family. Much love to you. Grammy from Arizona 🌵🧑🦳🏜️🙏❤️
Hi kid it's Ron in Canada and I also have gout. It normally strikes the big toe and just to touch it will blow your mind with pain however it can show up at any joint in the body finger knees whatever. Seafood products are hard on the system and also alcohol and wine. I have learned how to cheat and have some of that occasionally. I do have a medication in case of an attack within days it's subsides. I've also had shingles got me in the eye and although they tell you that it cannot come back you can get the symptoms.. there is a shot for shingles and suggest you get the shot and also Gary. You are a wise woman and I have a lot of respect for you I'm not coming from an 83 year old active drummer weekly country of rock band. Stay safe
Sending prayers, hugs and strength to you and Gary, you just take care of yourself Melanie and don't push yourself too much. You're blessed to have such a Loving husband, you take care of each other as a husband and wife should. (I was thinking "in sickness and in health" before Gary said it. 😊) I've known several people that have had "trigger finger, gout and Shingles" and I hope that you recover quickly and don't have any more bad flair ups in the future. Relax and get some Rest Melanie..... 😘
I had shingles when I was 24, then again when I was 49, I'm left with residual pain at the shingles sites but I also have C.F.S & Fibromyalgia. Now at 55 I struggle to do things so please make sure they really hunt to find a diagnosis so you can properly live.
Mel check your genealogy, look at the members of your family. If any of them have arthritis it's possible you could have it. It does not discriminate. Also having covid which is like pneumonia effects your body. I never got covid but growing up as a child I had pneumonia 14 times. My body is totally wrecked. Also my Dr wanted me to get the shingles vaccine because of my age and as soon as I took it I got it. Now my nerve endings are so sensitive. Like you I chose not to get the covid vaccine because of what the shingles one did to me. I hope you feel better soon so you can get back to doing things. Sending you prayers for your health.
I’ve had the same type of symptoms, check out Psoriatic Arthritis. Very similar to gout. Autoimmune/thyroid issues stink. And are excruciating. Prayers
Mel, trust me from experience of YEARS of unexplained 'issues', random symptoms, nothing connecting to the other it seemed until i kept a calendar with every thing i had over a year. I showed my doctor after and showed him a list. It took several years to foguire out i have an autoimmune issue. Stress activates, illness activates, just remember eat well, rest well, take up something like yoga, listening to music, what ever relaxes you. Something to destress even if you think you are not stressed. Over time even if you get half a dozen different diagnosis, you may figuire out with your doctor it is one thing not half a dozen. Just chill, take Mel days. ❤
I listened to you and then read a bunch of comments. I am 65 - lived on a homestead when i was growing up. We raised, grew, ate all of our food and the one thing i grew up with was migraines every week. Fast forward to my 20's i found out I was extremely sensitive to MSG. I put ACCENT on everything which is 100% msg, lowered my headaches to monthly. 30's Dr. told me I was allergic to cigarettes well that took me by surprise. Age 40 hit and I stopped smoking, my headaches went completely away. Around 45 I started listening to folks talk about their illnesses and how they were on all these medications. Then I developed a severe pain on my right side went to the dr and he said it was my gallbladder I was at the age where it needed to be removed. In between doctor visits i went to the chiropractor and asked where the gallbladder was on my back when he touched it i screamed. Chiropractor fixed my spine which fixed my gallbladder which never was removed. Melanie all healing comes from listening and deciding, which path you will travel down. I recommend finding a good Chiropractor. Also if you smoke or vape you need to decide is it worth ingesting. The lotions you use, the soaps you use, the laundry soap, the shampoo, all can aggravate sysmptoms. Watch out for labels that read "made with bioengineered food". Ps just had my blood work done 1st time in over 15 years and it came back perfect. Eye exam nothing has changed in 2 years. Take control by listening, reading, praying. Peace.
Also: Sugar is HIGHLY INFLAMMATORY, reduce sugar asap!!!
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I hope you are feeling better soon Mel. Several years ago I had an allergic reaction after eating more beef than I normally eat. The allergist doctor told me that we overcome over allergies to things by ingesting small amounts of what we are allergic. A friend who had allergies in the spring and fall to pollen was told by his doctor to buy locally produced (not store bought) honey and eat a spoonful daily. Said it needed to be local for the honey would contain pollen from the flowers and trees around you. Therefore it would help you build up your immunity. I hope the doctor is able to help you out. I watched the video with the work on the deck prior to this one and the four of you really got a lot of work done.
Mel, My doctor here in Maine said my pain was not gout. However, I was seen by a Osteoarthritis Specialist because the of the joints being involved. After a full blood screen, my sodium was off the charts. At that time I had just retired and living wild and carefree. I was also D3 deficient. That was 10 years ago and had to make some major dietary changes. My husband is a nutrition diabetic so these changes were
already in place.
I did a 30 day test eliminating salt; taking D3 capsule three times a day along with gummy multi vitamin; no beer☹️;
White sugar or white flour ( I do alot of baking); no fried foods or packaged foodsand no salt at all; no processed meats,deli or canned; increased veggies and water.
On day 35, redid blood test and ALL levels had dropped to where my doctor was very glad.
girl I did that too, it was hard to do, and for me I came back into moderation...trying to ditch the sugar which is hard, nothing over 3 grams of sugar....
MEL, I would love to teach you how to heal your body. I am applying what I have been taught and I am making strides. Just a good old fashion kitchen table with the girls talk. Let me know if you are interested and your email address to start the conversation. Love your family and I would love to share and help you heal yourself as Jesus "the Healer" said we could. God Bless and I hope to hear from you here for now. 🤗🙌
😅My husband gets gout and has never had high uric acid. He gets it so bad he can't get out of bed. He is now on allopurinol daily. With out this medication he has flares all the time. It doesn't matter if he eats alot of red meat or not. So he just eats a good diet with all different kinds of meats and vegetables.
Mel do not stop sharing because yes it is uncomfortable for you to tell what is happening but you have a very large audience & your story may be exactly what someone needs to hear. They may have similar pain & you can let them know they aren't alone. God will give you strength to bare whatever you are going through. His word promises you that!. Praying for His healing touch & His miracles.
I had Covid (omicron variant) in May 2022 and my body was never the same. Whatever you have, I hope you get better soon. Keep a positive attitude, it helps a lot.
I’ve had one thing or another ever since I had covid, brain fog, things still don’t taste good, don’t have enough breath to clean my house. Then I started having sciatica nerve pain in my hips, then I got the flu and then it snowned and decided I needed to check on things at my daycare. Slipped down in the ice. A week later I wake up in horrific pain in left hip and knee. The dr was suppose to order a test when I was closed for Christmas. Which he forgot , so after I wake up with this new pain. I call the dr back telling him I’ve got to have something done. I go last Wed , now it’s bursitis. I’ve never had anything in my life to hurt so bad. Hope you feel better soon. I’m on arthritis meds and high blood now having to use a walker and a cane. No way you turn can you get comfortable. I’ve never had this much pain.
Had shingles at age 15. Get an outbreak every year since. The blisters don’t always come out, Mel. Get tested for autoimmune diseases. I had crazy things for years and drs made me feel like I was crazy. Went to a woman dr and surprise, I tested positive for Lupus. Have fibromyalgia and arthritis also. I get hot pain down my fingers too from thumb to index finger. Big toes pain. It’s Nerve pain. Gabapentin helps with that. I lose energy and can’t do anything for a while. It comes and goes. Manage the pain anyway you can. Ice packs when it’s swollen and red. Autoimmune diseases show in strange ways. Or pinched nerves in your spine. You’re not alone. Rest as much as you need and can. God bless. I’ll pray for,you. 🙏🏻❤️
Mel & Gary we're holding you in our love & prayers. I was diagnosed with Gout 4 months ago. So I can pray with empathy. We love and appreciate you and all your family and framily too!
Much love and blessings!
You are so young to be going through all this. I’m 72 and 1/2 and as you said to each their own, every time I’m up for any booster, albeit flu, shingles, pneumonia, COVID, you best believe I’m at the Walmart with my card saying stick me. I don’t like being sick so Imma do whatever I can to keep from getting sick. I have two grandkids that have extreme asthma and for either of them to contract any of those diseases to be fatal to them so I will vaccinate for them and myself. You take care of yourself sweet girl your husband and children need you!❤
Mel, you have to see a Reumatologist for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis. You have everything that I have. I was diagnosed last summer.its not gout. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I have had the samething. I didn’t go to the Dr. I was doing physical work on my mini homestead. I did Epsom salt bath, stayed off my feet, got better shoes, more veggies less meat, more water, slowed down on coffee, started using Dr Bergs hydration / electrolyte powder, has magnesium and potassium that help muscles relax too. For my fingure issue, everything above, but also stopped over doing repetitive work with any tools, even doing less chickens to process at one time. I have had Rona the last week January 2020 and have not vaxed. I had Fibromyalgia for years. Ashwaghanda works great for this and for stress. I do no sugar and use monk liquid sweetener now… I eat very little carbs now… unless a veggie with low carbs. Very little potatoes. Lots of water, green tea is ok and herb tea. Organic food as much as possible. No more than 1 cup a day of organic coffee… and skip days with tea instead.
You could do a liver cleanse.
I haven’t had a flare up but 1 time.
Take care. Take care of you and learn your physical limitations and eat good, drink good.
Take care… feel better soon! 💖🌷😊
My father had debilitating gout, and his Uric acid levels were always in the normal range. Venesin is supposed to be one of the best meats to eat if you have arthritis or gout
Praying for you Mel I had the same thing happen to me. My big toe felt like a in grown toe nail for a week, and a headache I was living on aspirin. Did all the test everything came up normal. Just sitting here I can feel my big toe slightly throbbing. My doctor is now sending me for a nerve test. I was hit by a school bus about 10 years ago and have lower back pain she believes it’s for that. Like you I have a hard time resting my body I’m always on go. For 25 years I was on my feet as a medical assistant running for one side of office to other, and now walking to bathroom is a chore. I know how you feel I told my husband I wanna go and have my toe cut off to fell better.
I wasn’t told stop eat red meat, and I don’t drink tea, I’m a coffee girl. Oh one thing just through of I lived in NY all my life and move to Florida 6 years ago. It’s funny after 6 years this started happening to me. I’m think it’s because of the weather, at night it’s in 40s by day it’s 70 to 80. I will continue to pray for you. Love you guys.
I was 58 when I got Shingles. The crazy part about my Shingles is that I just had them in my left hand (blisters). Based on your low immune system, I recommend getting the shingles vaccine because now that you had shingles, you are more prone to getting it again. I hope you are feeling better soon.
As a person who started with autoimmune illnesses in my thirties and now live with 5 in my sixties. I would suggest inquiring about rheumatoid arthritis. Your symptoms including your age bracket would tend to lean in that direction more than gout. While I pray for you that I am wrong, I would certainly start asking the doctors about it. Love and prayers for answers soon. 💗🙏
Hey Mel, I have different issues but all or most of my blood tests came out relatively normal. Well, I was in and out of the hospital several times in the past 2 months. When I was released in January with surgeons refusing to remove my enlarged spleen, I contacted Mayo clinic in Rochester MN. 11 days later I traveled up there for 10 days and many tests. I have to return in April, but I finally have answers and I feel like I'm back to normal. I am praying for you. God has a plan.😊
Sounds like you have an autoimmune disorder. I've been living with several most of my life.
Sadly you just learn to deal with the pain. What I thought was unbearable 40 years ago as a kid doesn't faze me now. Sounds like Rheumatoid or Psoriatic Arthritis, it can take a while for it to show in blood work. My inflammatory markers didn't really show much for about 2 years after symptoms started. My brother and I have trifecta of arthritis. He was completely crippled at 42.
Arthritis is actually more prevalent in woman. Autoimmune disorders are usually triggered by a viral infection that triggers your immune system to go haywire and start attacking you rather then the virus, bacteria, etc.
Good luck and hope you feel better. It can take a while to diagnose autoimmune disorders.
What about lymes disease ?
I had Delta Covid pneumonia. In hospital for two month. That was over a year ago. Since then, I’ve had weird things happening to me too. I was in the shower and felt the “ hot” in my hands suddenly. Very painful. My fingers swelled at the joints. I couldn’t even bend them. I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis. My toes hurt after that and now my back.
I hope you feel better and get on top of it. If it’s Gout the AZO wouldn’t counteract it. Keep taking the medication and soon you will feel better. Gout is not just an older persons issue. I was always healthy until Covid. My life is forever changed and physicians just don’t know enough about it. Love you guys! ❤️❤️🙏🙏
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Chronic fatigue syndrome probably
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Girl I've got chiari malformation, which I was diagnosed back in 2018, it's when the brain presses down on the spine cuz runs outta room in the skull. This was life changing for me, as I've always been very active, now I cain't lift over 10lbs the rest of my life. Life came to screeching halt. I built furniture outta old barn wood n loved it but cain't anymore. This is life but I've adjusted n learned my limits, you will too cuz I can tell you're tough girl. I'm 51 but that's okay. Now I oil paint n so crafts, enjoy it. Imma keep you in my prayers. God bless, love, hugs n prayers from this ole country gal from Arkansas! ❤️🙏🥰
Mel, I hope you get answers soon. I’m praying for you. I have Lupus and other health problems mine started in my early thirties I’m now fifty nine. Thanks for sharing you have friends out here that care. Hold on to your faith in God he’s what helps me through everyday. Sending prayers,love and hugs.
Mel, As someone who went through sudden health issues when i was your age. It can be very scary and confusing. Try ( as hard as it is) not to focus on it. It will stress you out worse. The most important thing is keeping your stress level as low as you can. you have to put it in a box in the back of your head and only focus on it when you have to. You are so very bless to have that wonderful man sitting next to you. He will take care of you. Theres nothing you two cant face together. Im praying for quick answers but don't expect them because you will be disappointed with each doctors appointment. It is more about ruling things our over a period of time, Thats why i say don't stress . It is hard not getting answers when u are spending time money looking for answers and not getting them . Sometimes that is the worst part. KEEP YOUR STRESS DOWN because that will make it worse. I know its hard. Im praying for you. God bless you sweetheart! Hang in there.
all nerves run through the neck and can cause inflammatory symptoms also stevia is a natural sugar replacement for that sweet tea
Sounds like Cellulitis Mel. I’ve had it twice in my thumb and like you, I’ve had three kids and it ranks right up there with the pain. Antibiotics will take down the swelling and the pain. I was told it was an infection after being exposed to stagnant water through a cut, scape or bug bite. I have a high tolerance for pain too and I was climbing the walls with the pain!
I'm so sorry you are going through this 😔, I'll keep you in my prayers 🙏 ❤❤
I just prayed for you and I believe that God is going to heal you and give you the answers you need to get better and prevent anything further from hurting you.
Mel, I had Covid in 2022 and I am still dealing with it. I still can't not taste or smell. It has also changed my lung functions. MY hair at one point was falling out. Talk about changing my life well it did. So just be careful and stay safe and may God bless you.
I eat frozen tart cherries, for my gout flare ups. They are easier to stomach.
Praying for answers for your symptoms. I had Covid in 2022. I kept getting severe bronchitis afterwards and finally was diagnosed with post-Covid induced asthma. Now with Symbicort asthma is controlled. I have other weird unexplained symptoms, one being my mouth (roof and tongue) feels like it does when you burn it with hot cheese on pizza but looks normal. Some doctors have told me lots of their patients have unexplained post-Covid issues. They don’t really 😢understand that virus. Brooke from Cog Hill has been trying to get answers from severe seemingly autoimmune issues that came on suddenly. I know she also had Covid although she has not said anything about this could be related. I personally believe Covid has long term effects for many.❤🙏🏻
Praying you will be able to overcome what's causing all this, Mel. Take all the rest you need, we will be waiting when you're ready.
I have these issues and have been working with them for years now, ask to be tested for RA, you are experiencing the same signs I did, and if caught early can be treated successfully. RA is an autoimmune disease that attacks the joints, usually on the same side of the body. I started out with the Uric acid problems too, but let the tests go for other issues and now I have to be treated continually. Please mention RA to the doctor!
That’s exactly what I was going to say…gout. My ex husband had a very bad case of gout and it is extremely painful. He got it in both his knees. Yes it can be controlled by diet, plenty of water etc. think about seeing a naturopath. Odourless garlic tablets are good to take to boost your immune system, garlic is a natural anti inflammatory. Yes! That’s exactly what gout is, knives in your joints. Would love to know how you go after your doctors visit. You need to heal Mel, just slow it down, you need to take care of yourself before you go helping others. You just maybe burning the candles at both ends. Love and prayers for a quick recovery 🙏🙏🤗🤗
I’m so sorry you are going through so much right now. I completely understand what it’s like not knowing or having answers. I have a very complicated medical history and it took a long time advocating for myself before I had answers to what was going on in my body. If I may suggest, try to find a good rheumatologist in your area. I saw several before I had my answers. A rheumatologist should be able run tests to help identify any autoimmune disorders. They should also be able to tell you if you have any vitamin deficiencies. Unfortunately, it takes time! I wish you well and hope you feel better soon!
Luckily in the UK we get a free vaccination which greatly lessens the effect of shingles. I have arthritis in both hips, neck and left shoulder and have suffered from gout for a few years. For gout I have been prescribed with Allopurinol and have to take one tablet every day. Since taking the tablet I have had no attacks of gout. Luckily in England, being over the age of 60, I get free prescriptions.
Poor Mel 😔 Ask your doctor about rheumatoid arthritis as not everyone who has it, tests positive on the 3 tests they do. I was diagnosed with this autoimmune disease after ignoring painful joints for almost a year, and did test positive on all 3 tests, but by that point I had irreversible damage and it made it so much harder to get under control, and the consequences have been life changing for me
I agree, please seek an appointment with a Rheumatologist! My grandaughter contracted Shingles at 13 years old, then had Mono, but it was diagnosed as Strepp & was given medication that was totally detrimental for her liver. She got better in time, then started having very swollen joints to the point of excruciating pain, unable to walk, unable to lift anything , swollen hands to where she had to have rings cut off, & in constant pain. Her dr. Finally did some more tests & her levels were off the chart & was sent to a Rheumatologist. Finally! Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis , & after a year takes an injection every other week, which helps so much, but is not a cure , nor does it stop all the swelling nor stop all the pain. But at least she can function now. Its so sad to see & I only wish I could change places with her & relieve her pain. Btw, my grandaughter is only 21, so she has to deal with that for the rest of her life.
Have you been checked for lupus or thyroid disease? Every few years I came down with a new autoimmune illness. My thyroid was off and I was on thyroid medication, but after checking for lupus and Lyme disease, my doctor finally checked for hashimoto's thyroid disease and that is what I have.
All of my strange illnesses were stress induced, but I never felt stressed.
I was seronegative for a couple years and then boom, it started showing up. Most of my inflammatory markers are never really crazy but the arthritis is everywhere. 1st Rheumatologist diagnosed fibromyalgia. She never took 1 x ray! 2nd one I went to, ran everything and x rayed everything and did a nuclear scan and Vectra DA test. Diagnosed RA,PsA, Sjogrens, and within 60 days of those, here came Graves.
Took me almost 3 years of testing to get diagnosed. Being in chronic pain is exhausting.
We've all been taught to keep pushing through even when we feel bad.
LISTEN to your body! It sure wasn't easy not feeling well and having to push to get tested!
Seems we all have to advocate for ourselves with the DRs anymore.
All seems to be brought on by stress, sounds like lupus? But you are doing the right thing by investigating check for Ms for that has flare ups?
Hi Gary and Mel. I'm thankful that you share things with us, so we can pray more specifically. I'm praying for you, and trusting for good results, as to your healing. Blessings from Rick, in N.H.
Mel don't worry about getting out videos just get better!! We need you around for a very long time and more importantly your family needs you to be well. 😊❤
Mel Im so sorry that you are going through something like that. Your in my thoughts and prayers you. Love you guys so so so much ❤
Praying for you Mel hope you start feeling better soon❤🙏
Hi Mel. I'm female, and first developed gout when I was single and in my early 40's. I was convinced I had somehow dropped a sledge hammer on my big toe. It developed in less than 24 hours and it was horrible. I drove myself to the ER and came home with crutches and medicine that knocked me on my backside. I've had several flairs over the last 20 years. I know that, for me, excess caffeine can be a trigger. (I'm a Diet Pepsi junky!) I now keep a bottle of prescription Colchicine available, and when I begin to get the "gout's coming" twinge, I can take that and head it off. If you can stand it, massaging it can really help. When mine flairs up, I can get my husband to massage it and it will help it ease off more quickly. It hurts like you know what, but it helps. My theory is that it helps the uric acid crystals dissipate. Diet may play a role, but genes have the biggest influence as to whether you develop gout or not. I'm so sorry you're going through this. My first flair was while I was in the middle of setting up 4 raised beds. I hobbled around my garden as long as I could before giving in and heading to the ER. I hope you feel better soon. Stay away from the sweet tea and drink the plain water! Many hugs!!
In my prayers for a full diagnosis and itll be better for you and your family to get you on the right track. ❤❤
I am an 80 year old man and I had a very serious case of the shingles in my 30s. It can happen at any age AND it can happen more than once
Also, I have been on anti-gout medicine since the 70s. My Uric acid level was so high that I created Uric acid Kidney stones ad=nauseum, talk about pain. Try passing a few of those.
Maybe look deeper into foods to eliminate & changing your diet to bump out the medication. I've been trying what I can & finding that avoiding foods with lectins in them & so far anything to do with a strong tomato base in it being removed from my diet has helped with my knees & rubbing Castor oil in some painful areas has helped as well. At my age I'm finding I need to make some better changes to avoid paying into the garbage pharmacies
I have osteoarthritis in my knees, ankle, and some of my fingers. At 72 I had an acute arthritis episode in two finger- red, painful, swollen. I have never had this reaction before. Voltaren cream is now my friend. I apply anytime to areas that start hurting. It does help. I hope you find something that helps you.
Something like dehydration and electrolyte imbalance could be a factor too.
So sorry to hear Mel. Im definitely sending you healing thoughts and prayers.
Mel, don't start reading and looking up diseases! That just makes it worst! Waiting is hard; but wait for the doctor's to do the diagnosis! Get some rest, prop you foot up and relax. Feel better soon! We love you and all care! Write down your weird happenings as you think of them, that may assist the doctor's.
😮 I had a stroke a few years ago and I have the same problems that you are and after I passed out for just a little bit I woke up in the hospital and couldn't understand people when they talked to me.
Sounded like a language that I didn't know. I couldn't talk. The hospital released me after 2 days on medication but at home it took 3 days before I could function properly.
Since then my hands are doing the same thing as yours and my short term memory is not good. I may think it's Friday but it will be Saturday or Sunday.
One side of my body is losing muscle.
Prayers for you Mel. Hope you feel better fast.
I have nerve damage and pain. 21 years strokes survivor 8x strokes.
I have been reading alot B1 fat soluble Benfotiamine and the leg pain stopped and the ringing in the ear alot better. Alot of my survivor friend are getting nerve damage pain better also. It a vitamin. I now take one morning and night.
Watching from West Virginia
I have had gout since I was 25, 63 now. I have taken a medicine called Allopurinol since being diagnosed. I'm an old coal miner and tougher than a pine knot, but a gout flare up is one of the most painful things I have experienced. The first time I had a flare up I could have shot my big toe off and I don't think the pain would have been any worse. Hang in there.
Glad to see you looking at the diet aspect of this. As a dietitian I can help yo out with that if you need/want. You are definitely on the right track. Lot of water. Test your water as well to see if you have high levels of something toxic to you. You mentioned sweet tea and that can and will cause this as it is very high acid. Just do a test and not drink any for one whole week. Substitute water for tea. I think you will have solved your problem.
I get gout flare ups at least once every two months. I use tart cherry extract with celery seed extract along with lots of water. You can get these at health food stores or online! I use Aleve or equivalent for pain! Your diet isn’t the problem! I don’t change mine when I get a flare up! Stay away from corn syrup products it causes inflammation
Bless Mel wish a speedy recovery and god bless Gary for being so caring your inspiration to couples ❤
Mel, please get evaluated for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis ( chronic fatigue syndrome) I have had all of these weird unexplained things.i finally got diagnosed last summer.
Mel, if your sugar is high….cut back the carbs eat only whole foods . Red meat isn’t the problem , sweet tea definitely is. Get a glucose monitor, it will tell you what foods effect your sugar.
I have had gout for years, from what you described it is gout. Red meat, beer and some sausage will cause flair upsets. Take care, there is also medications and there are homeopathic remedies-uloric is just one.
Mel, Gary and Kids! Hello, Mel I hope whatever the Doc is doing for you helps, I already know it is not working fast enough, but a lot of people are having tough times right now, and it takes time for all the prayers to be answered! Hang in there, you will be back to GIT N DONE, in no time! ❤❤
I was watching you and Whiterock working on your deck, and that plus Country Road Cure working on their garden, got me to thinking! About the people that were so instrumental in making it all happen, Rooster created the garden bed for CRC, as well as dug your basement and created you tiers for the garden and animals. You largely had same dump truck driver through it all, and then the Masonry Contractor that mentored you both! I bet they would love to come back sometime down the road and see all the progress they help the 41.36 make. Maybe a good reason for a Summer bar-be-que! I am sure there are others I am forgetting, but you get the idea. I really miss Rooster, he was just a hoot, and we all know he is Abe's hero! Well hopefully that took you mind off your medical woes for a few minutes! Take care, be Safe! ❤❤
Ok take the medication it will work. You also have long covid. I still have repocutions of the virus. Mine hit my lungs a lot but also my joints
Prayers For A Fast Healing Recovery Mel Godbless you all ♥️🙏
My son-in-law has gout and his is severe. They started buying only grass fed beef and chicken from local farmers and now his gout is gone completely! He only eats home grown vegetables and stopped drinking anything with caffeine. Just a little input.
Mel, im so sorry you are going through this. You have been through so much with the shingles and so on. I can see the sadness in your eyes. I know it very scary. Big hugs and love to you. I will be praying. Much Love! Karen ❤🫂🙏
I hate having to depend on prescriptions but for gout I was prescribed alopurinol. It works plain and simple. There are alot of things in the comments that will help to but gout is progressive and will put you down.
I got shingles when I was 19. Only a small spot about the size of a quarter but it is very painful.
COVID has very long symptom reoccurrences. I have a friend who almost died two years ago. 2 years later shes gaining strength.
Stay away from high fructose
Check ingredients, jelly's,
It's in can Manwich, sauces
For gout
Sorry Mel, prayers for you 🙏 I am a non believer. Never been isolated. Find a new doctor!!!
I'm 68 years old and had covid and now have things going on with me breathing problems ringing in ears real bad bad joint issues we will keep you in our prayers. Love all you do thanks.
I take a daily vitamin that contains magnesium, calcium and zinc. I have type 2 diabetes and sometimes get terrible cramping in my feet, especially at night when I try to sleep. This vitamin has just about eliminated flare-ups of this type.
Good morning Mel and Gary, Mel sorry about the Gout, I know that can be very painful. I hope you get that under control soon. I do know people that had it but now is under control. Take it easy Mel you will be better soon. Nothing is a rush, just do things in your time. Take care and Good Luck!! ❤️❤️👍👍🇨🇦
I recognized that look on your face yesterday. The look of sadness that accompanies pain. I know it well. Sounds like you are on the right track with dietary changes. I do best on an anti~inflammatory diet. I wish you good health and praying all will be well.
I've also got arthritis throughout my spine, among other health issues, n feel like I'm too young for this mess. Like i said girl you gotta learn those limits n don't go beyond those n gettin with the right Dr is key. Hope n pray they figure out what's goin on with you cuz knowing is important, first n foremost! Love y'all, hope y'all have blessed day! ❤🥰🙏
Hi Me and Gary I’ve watched your videos for a long time and I feel like Mel’s current medical problems are linked with her eye problem that she had a few months ago, now you have nerve pain in her joints. Hope your feeling better soon Mel xx
I sure hope you get the answers you need. Listening to you is like reading my medical chart. I am a 69 yr old woman but have had issues since I was a teenager. I know this is no fun. Good luck to you.
I have had the "gout" pain, my thumb got "stuck", my immune system is so low, weird 15 second headaches, eye twitching, and so many other weird symptoms. No test results showed anything. I got covid Feb 2029 from a relative from Seattle. It was the first strong hit. What I have is Covid Long Haul. No two long haulers have all of the same symptoms but many symptoms overlap. It sure sounds like that is what you have. There is a vitamin protocol that helps reduce the symptoms. It may be worth the research to check it out. I got to the point that I felt like a hypochondriac crazy person but it's real. COVID was a crazy cocktail for sure
I have a rare auto-immune disease, not that I think you have it, but there are multiple auto-immune diseases where the labs look good, but the body is not. Sero-negative RA is one of them, Relapsing Polychondritis is another (that's the rare one I have). All that to say, not all textbook symptoms and results fit every individual. Also, stress does not have to be bad to cause flares. Vacation, holidays, weddings, even birthday celebrations can cause flares. You are in my prayers - God is good and He is not left in the midst of mystery. I cling to that and the fact that I am in His almighty, gentle hands.
After reading a few comments where everyone is saying "alcohol ", i need to share. My husband had this exact issue several years ago and it just happened to fall right after St Patrick's Day. He went to the doctor in so much pain and was told it was gout and the doctor said its from drinking too much. Apparently assuming he drank too much for St Patrick's Day. My husband quit drinking many many years ago and told the doctor "I don't drink ". The doctor basically said ya right, and he said again I don't drink. Its so frustrating when Doctors don't listen. So i just wanted to share what we've figured out over the years. He gets flare up anytime he "over does" anything. A vitamin, coffee, pop, sugary treats.... too much of one thing.
Take Care
I agree about the doctors assuming things, I have told and will continue to tell the doctors I deal with that I know my body, and my habits; just because alcohol is one of the main things that trigger gout doesn't mean that is what caused the gout. You have to be your own advocate when it comes to your health.
I am pretty sure me and my husband both think we had covid in 2019. And since then, our allergies have been horrible. Neuropathy can cause those problems with your hands and feet. All kinds of problems since covid. Even celiac disease. Pray 🙏 you get to feeling better
Before I looked at comments, my first thought was gout. My Mom had it for years her pain was exactly as you described.
Her big triggers were fried foods, pork and sausage. I’m sure it varies from person to person. I’ve seen people of all ages with gout 🤷🏼♀️. If finances and insurance permit, I would request a rheumatologist consult and maybe an allergist, if the rheumatologist doesn’t do allergy / immunology bloodwork.
The worst part is not knowing what you have so you can take appropriate precautions to avoid foods or environmental factors that cause negative responses.
If I may make a suggestion, keep a food diary of everything you eat, if you have another flare up, it will be helpful to both you and your doctor ‼️
Take care 🫶🏼
Hope you recover very soon Mel im old im 67 soon and i just had my first shingles injection doctor said to have it i need one more in few weeks but i have lots tablets for nerve pain and pain killers to very strong dose to i know what your pain is like so intence that sort of pain so get well soon take easy and REST ok
I’ve had trigger finger in both hands at the same time that lasted a couple months. No pain just couldn’t use hands like normal. I’ve also experienced horrible foot pain that was more plantar fasciitis so I made sure I walked on my outer feet more to help with the pain. I did notice over time my feet were turning slightly inward so I think it was effecting my feet. I had to retrain my walk. Also, certain shoes are not good so I always wear an arch support now. Flats are not good. A lot of people have surgery but I chose to correct it myself.
If you are drinking a lot of sweet tea, just realize that sugar is VERY inflammatory and acidic. Greatly reducing the sugar intake can be a big help.
Oh Mel so sorry your not feeling well. What you are describing is similar was I deal with. I have fibromyalgia. It comes and goes. Some days are more painful than others. I pray you find out what it is. Take care girlfriend❤️🇺🇸✌️
Praying for answers to your health issues. Autoimmune diseases, especially Lupus are harder to diagnose. I was diagnosed with Lupus thirteen years ago, but I keep it in control most of the time. When I get overly exhausted my body lets me know, and ramps up the symptom.
Hi Gary & Mel, Get well soon Mel, I probably could suggest 10K remedies, but you got to do what is best for.
the med for nerve issue is gabapenton. sounds like neuropathy of extremeties
Neuropathy, I have it. Pain is terrible. Gout is on my radar also. Alot of sleepless nights. Try ice. They say no cure , but symptoms are the same as you have mentioned. Please mention this to your Doctor. I watch you all the time. I am 75 years old and trust me It will get worse. I wish this is something else. Prayers.. ❤
@@vivianjohnston1446 I agree Vivian . Im 76 yrs old. Mine is caused by type 2 diabetes. Ask your doctor to check your Blood Sugar Levels also Mel
I was thinking the same thing. I have neuropathy too and sounds like my experience.
So sorry Mel that you are having pain in your toe, if late at night and still hurting, research on you tube for acupressure point to relieve gout pain in toe, there are several quick shorts that may help . Have you been tested for any mineral deficiencies, magnesium might be one to check first. Good luck and wishing you well! You both are doing great with the cottage and property and I am sure you both are an inspiration to all of us that are sharing your family adventures!
Melanie I am so sorry you are experiencing all these weird things. BUT..... I had Covid so bad I was just a breath away from death.... It took me close to a year to recover just a little bit. That horrible virus has caused so many different illnesses within our bodies. I've heard some pretty devastating stories of how bad it has affected so many people. I myself struggled with brain issues. Trouble thinking straight, speech, very dizzy. I went to so many Dr's to hear we just haven't gotten into how bad Covid has damaged people. I suffer from severe neuropathy, fibromyalgia, and arthritis. Which to tell you the truth worsened after Covid. I am in pain 24-7 day after day after day. I hate it. I used to be so active. I am single and i'm 71 yrs young and I make myself do things. Because I don't want to lose what's left of my body by staying down. I've had 3 back surgeries, 2 hip replacements and a number of other surgeries no need to mention. 😂😂.
My heart goes out to you because sweetie you are TOO YOUNG to have to deal with whatever is going on. Unfortunately the Dr's can't give a reason why, because a lot of the time they don't know or can't figure it out. And it's not their fault.
I will add you to my prayer list, you too Gary because the struggle is very real. As you keep saying take it one day at a time. May the Lord keep his hand of protection on you and your family. Much love to you. Grammy from Arizona 🌵🧑🦳🏜️🙏❤️
Hi kid it's Ron in Canada and I also have gout. It normally strikes the big toe and just to touch it will blow your mind with pain however it can show up at any joint in the body finger knees whatever. Seafood products are hard on the system and also alcohol and wine. I have learned how to cheat and have some of that occasionally. I do have a medication in case of an attack within days it's subsides. I've also had shingles got me in the eye and although they tell you that it cannot come back you can get the symptoms.. there is a shot for shingles and suggest you get the shot and also Gary. You are a wise woman and I have a lot of respect for you I'm not coming from an 83 year old active drummer weekly country of rock band. Stay safe
Prayers your way,Mel and Gary
Take care of yourself Mel and hope you feel better soon.
Anaplasmosis? A tick disease.
I have gout. I feel your pain. Zyloprim helps. I don't drink. It was caused by my fluid pill.
Sending prayers, hugs and strength to you and Gary, you just take care of yourself Melanie and don't push yourself too much. You're blessed to have such a Loving husband, you take care of each other as a husband and wife should.
(I was thinking "in sickness and in health" before Gary said it. 😊) I've known several people that have had "trigger finger, gout and Shingles" and I hope that you recover quickly and don't have any more bad flair ups in the future. Relax and get some Rest Melanie..... 😘
Look after yourself Mel. Take things easy and keep on keeping on. much love.
Praying for healing feel better soon
I had shingles when I was 24, then again when I was 49, I'm left with residual pain at the shingles sites but I also have C.F.S & Fibromyalgia. Now at 55 I struggle to do things so please make sure they really hunt to find a diagnosis so you can properly live.
Mel check your genealogy, look at the members of your family. If any of them have arthritis it's possible you could have it. It does not discriminate. Also having covid which is like pneumonia effects your body. I never got covid but growing up as a child I had pneumonia 14 times. My body is totally wrecked. Also my Dr wanted me to get the shingles vaccine because of my age and as soon as I took it I got it. Now my nerve endings are so sensitive. Like you I chose not to get the covid vaccine because of what the shingles one did to me. I hope you feel better soon so you can get back to doing things. Sending you prayers for your health.
My husband has gout his triggers are liver and pork if he eats to much. I has effected his fingers and toes.
I’ve had the same type of symptoms, check out Psoriatic Arthritis. Very similar to gout. Autoimmune/thyroid issues stink. And are excruciating. Prayers