VLOG: my health problems, doctor's office + bedroom makeover?
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Okay, as a physical therapist, I have several thoughts here -- firstly that orthopedist sucks. He clearly did a terrible job of explaining how a cortisone shot vs. naproxen works. Cortisone is not going to be immediate, it can take up to a week to do anything and sometimes it doesn't even do anything (also you have to be a little careful with cortisone because it is a steroid and if you use it too frequently you can actually weaken the tissue, among other scary things). Naproxen is literally what Aleve is, though the dosage might be higher in a prescription version. Neither of these things are going to cure anything necessarily. They're mainly to take the pain away temporarily, just like Tylenol would (although as a side note I have seen cases where simply reducing the inflammation does eliminate the pain for good). Secondly, you are the perfect candidate for physical therapy. They should be asking about your family history, so definitely let them know about all your mom's autoimmune disorders. They should ask you about your pain history as well, so don't be afraid to share all the different pains that you're having, as well as your history with the multitude of broken bones. Depending on the way your insurance and their company is set up, if they believe you have something autoimmune going on, they may be able to refer you to someone who is able to do the necessary testing for those things. Regardless if its an autoimmune disorder or a musculoskeletal disorder, PTs are equipped with a wide variety of pain management techniques and should be able to help you manage your pain. Lastly, while an MRI sounds vitally important to diagnosing a shoulder dysfunction, they're actually less helpful than you might think (and they tend to be crazy expensive). If you take an MRI of everybody you meet, something like 30% of them are going to show pathology but have absolutely no pain. And vice versa -- people with lots of pain won't have anything show up on an MRI. At the end of the day, what's most important is your subjective pain experience. (with all that being said, if you end up needing the testing for autoimmune disorders, and MRI might be part of it, though don't quote me on that). But I hope you have a good PT that listens to you and is able to find some solutions to help you. Living in chronic pain is absolutely no fun and I've got my fingers crossed you find a team that can help you!
As an occupational therapy student, I second this!
@simplysmiley04 thanks so much. I hate to say it but my orthopaedic didn't do a good job at explaining it to me either.
I love physical therapy so much!!
Well said!
you should get some plants! even fake plants can make a room more fresh yet cozy
YES!! Every room deserves at least one plant!
Get a real plant that tolerates low light! Fake plants are terrible for the environment.
You need to see a rheumatologist. They specialize in rare diseases, lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. They know exactly what bloodwork to order.
Try going to a rheumatologist! They specialize in auto immune diseases. Hope you figure it out soon and get some relief!
Yep. At least have your regular doctor run an ANA and CRP. Autoimmune diseases are hereditary 😭
Also, these may be “early” aches and pains most of us go through years before diagnosis. Just don’t get discouraged if they can’t pinpoint a diagnosis.
I agree ! I have lupus as well. My body will feel like a giant bruise it sucks!!!!! Among all the other symptoms I have 🙄
Yes, going to a specialist in these situations is key. You know your body and sometimes we need to advocate for it when doctors try to spin it as "not a big deal". I know people who went to their family doctor for something, they thought it was no big deal and then turns out it was a disabling disease. Only finding out after multiple visits to different doctors. I am sure in most cases, it's not anything serious, but best to go to a specialist or professional in the field.
Maybe you can hang the tv instead of having it propped on the dresser, if there is room for it above the dresser. You could put some pictures of you and Zac on the blank wall to the right of your bed. You could flip over the mirror that is propped on the wall. You can also add a plant in a corner and get a cute pot for it (a fake plant would be best for a bedroom). You can also add a shelf somewhere on a blank wall and put some pretty purfumes or souvenirs on it to spice the walls up a little. Hope you can take some of those tips to good use!
Yes! Good advise
Every time you say *WE* I think you’re just talking about you + Zach. Lol
Me too lol!
Same! 😄
So do I lol
For the room decor: for the curtains, you can attach a long strip of Velcro to the back that can attach to the wall to stop the light from peeking through. Then you can hang the mirror on the blank wall along some frames. For the dresser, you can buy some cute cheap knobs from amazon to replace & refresh! & for the blank space next to the bed, you can get a small stool (target has some) & put a faux plant on it!
The velcro is a really good idea!!
Great idea
Ugh, you're right! Health is such a process. I have endometriosis and I learned that you have to be your own health advocate. Don't let doctors boss you around or only give you a few minutes of their time. Demand more, do your own research, go with a list of questions/possible diagnoses. Make them hear you. If something hurts, then something is wrong. They'll try to placate you by giving you pain medicine and sending you on your way, but that won't treat the underlying issue. I wish you well, Clancy! I hope you get the answers you need.
I’d go to a rheumatologist before starting physical therapy.
Change the knobs on the dresser. Simple and cheap way to upgrade.
Kristen Martin amen. Or paint it. Totally changes the vibe.
Some suggestions- Mount tv. Do a picture frame wall or floating shelves on empty wall. Paint or change knobs. Maybe add some greenery-hang plants, add plants to shelves.
You need to see a Rheumatologist and have an ANA scan done. They test for auto immune disorders. My mom has RA and i have Fibromyalgia. Hope that you get answers soon
Lady Caudill I was thinking Clancy might have fibromyalgia too. I also thought the shoulder might be a torn rotator cuff, but I guess that would’ve shown up on the x-rays. Hope Clancy is able to get to the bottom of it and get some relief. Chronic pain is no joke!
@hello is it me youre looking for , yes and no. They said that there are markers on the test that are elevated for certain disorders but not positive and that is usually a sign that someone has Fibromyalgia along with those painful trigger point testing that they do. Keep in mind i was tested over 20 years ago and testing has changed a lot.
This a wise answer. Thank you.
I use to take naproxen for one of my chronic illnesses and naproxen is literally barely a step above Advil. It really isn’t that big of a deal
Yep, standard anti-inflammatory drug
i would take the christmas lights down....paint one wall a different dark color (like navy) and add fake plants
AGREE
Can you paint a place you're renting in the US? In Australia you can't modify anything
@@kikkd Yes you can here in Australia if you have landlord's permission (but from personal experience I'd go ahead only after written consent is received)
If she wants lights, curtain lights might look better!
@@serendipity9404 I've rented for years but I've never heard of anyone painting. I guess single year leases and instability mean painting the house isn't really worth it in the long run
Try etsy for prints. You can source local areas for “rare” pieces you wouldnt find in a department store
I love Clancy's vlogs so much I've been high key addicted for a while now
Clancy: the shoulder pain could be inflammation around the tendon that moves inside a very small opening in the shoulder as you move your arm. Doc told me this is caused by weak muscles in the back. Not the big ones, the very tiny ones that control movement. Physical therapy will help with this a lot! They also use heat before and ice after so it really doesn’t hurt. Exercises were so simple and small that it could be deceiving. Stuff like grab a resistance band and pull it outward (like you’re opening a door). Doc said this happens a lot to people who sit and use a desk for long periods of time as we slouch and let the big muscles do the work and the small muscles get weak. (Find a rheumatologist for the immune questions you have.)
I really hate to give advice, but you asked for it. I think the string lights have got to go. It gives off a dorm room/college apartment vibe. You are a young professional couple.
if the lights are the only thing that are keeping her happy, i think its worth keeping?
I thought the same thing, its kind of immature for her. She should get new bedroom furniture and lamps. Because they look childish too. Please forgive me. Maybe some wooden furniture then add a cute little pop up chair and some floating shelves
Yes!
I think fairy lights can be decorative in the bedroom at anytime. It's just how you style them. Rolled up in a clear vase or jar and strategically placed can be quite pretty without being overwhelming. You could try stringing the lights across the headboard or have them cascading down a wall like a waterfall (my favourite). I think the key is confining the lights to just one space or area. Clancy have you looked on Pintrest-for ideas? Another thought. Focus on a theme which would make it easier for you when looking at items. Eg. Maybe an all white or cream colour theme where the styling is emphasised by texture only, such as simple white bedding and 1 or 2 white/cream textured cushions to add contrast.
You know I'm just thinking out loud, these are ideas I'm mulling around my head at the moment, I'm ready the change up my rooms in my apartment but I've got to stop my random shopping. If I stick to a theme and one or two colours, life should be simpler. Shouldn't it. Lol. 😄
Consider going to a sports Ortho doc who has a DO versus MD - they will consider all of your symptoms, not just 1 body part. Could also go to a GP. Ask for bloodwork work to rule in or out auto immune issues. It’s a shame, but you have to do your research and ask for the tests you know will give you the answers you deserve. Good luck - getting rheumatology diagnoses can be a daunting process but you’ve got the determination. !! Stay the course and keep trying docs until you find the one that will listen to you and consider all of your symptoms.
You can always change the knobs on the dresser and maybe add some decorations or different lighting 😊
I like this idea! Where do you buy replacement knobs?
Home Depot
Get the shot. I did 2 shots in a year and 3 months of physical therapy on elbow and shoulder. The elbow shot helped so much
Good health and being pain free is something I think most people take for granted til it happens to them.
Ok, I hope you don’t mind unsolicited advice, but here goes: look into an anti-inflammatory diet. Since you can’t eat dairy, I would recommend a calcium supplement; it sounds like you may be deficient. I would also recommend a blood test for Vitamin D deficiency as most of us are deficient. Finally, I would try acupuncture! It’s not cheap, but it really does work. Disclaimer, not a doctor, but I would consider these things just based on your symptoms and what you’ve told us. ❤️
I think Sarah makes a lot of good points. I personally believe this is diet related in someway shape or form as is any autoimmune disease. Most of them can be fixed with a radical change in your diet. It’s not always something that people wanna hear because it’s not easy but it does work just like Montel Williams was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and he cured it and he cleared it with his diet.
Exactly what I was thinking! I 100% agree
Juno Nabutaki Haha, you know Clancy will catch that 🤩🤩
Juno Nabutaki lol, whoops, i hadn’t had my coffee yet. 😂
I’m so sorry you are in pain deary I could listen to you talk all day does wonders for my blood 🩸 much love 💕
“When the cats away, the mice will play” I literally laughed out loud.
I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and POTS, and deal with so much chronic pain among other symptoms (literally have a whole youutbe channel about dealing with chronic illness). It might be a good idea to go to a rheumatologist, as they are the doctors who deal with autoimmune diseases. There are a lot of really helpful medications for certain autoimmune diseases.
your channel has helped me a lot izzy!
Izzy is wonderful! Her story inspired me to address my symptoms to my primary doc, who hastily referred me to a rheumatologist.
I have both also and I’ve always wondered if she might have EDS due to how her joints are!
@@taliakirsten1143 Thank you!!
@@kylamarie6036 AH thank you so much!!!!
Oooo a fiddle plant would look so good in that corner by the tv! And then another matching nightstand for the other side of the bed to tie it all in 👌🏻
You are a beautiful soul! I understand the constant or frequent pain in various areas of your body. I have an autoimmune disease called hashimotos which is a combo of hypo and hyperthyroidism. I am on medication now, but it took 22 years of various health issues and close calls to establish a diagnosis. And even with meds I am still always aching and in pain of some sort because the damage has already been done.
Plants and change up the knobs in the dresser! New hardware can make a dresser feel like new!
for the dresser you could order new knobs for it, it's a really cheap way to make basic furniture unique and seem a bit fancier. Also plants always help, a hanging plant for the corner next to the tv could be nice :)
I hope you get some relief soon. I was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis and neuropathy in high school and then fibromyalgia and lupus within the last 5 years. Took about 12 years to get all the pieces of the puzzle. Not saying that to be discouraging, but I know how frustrating it is to get the answers, but you are your biggest advocate and just keep being persistent . ❤️
I think a nice rug under the bed and a solid patterned bedding set would look so sleek! ❤️
Hey clancy! Stay strong, seeing a primary care doctor is a great idea. They will do a full blood count as well as check your inflammatory markers. That will give you a good idea if you should see a rheumatologist. Ive currently been going through something similar. Ive had every test in the book and MRIS and CT scans. In my case everything has come back normal, so its hard when i dont fell normal. Thanks for being so real, the past month couple months i felt like i was the only one going through something like this. You're not alone! Don't stop advocating for yourself until you get those answers!! xx
Get another bedside table, change the knobs on your dresser. Change the lamps on the bedside table to add more color, add a higher shelf or picture on the blank wall. Change the curtains on the window - all can add color or change a room drastically!!!
In addition to seeing your doctor, I would try to consciously relieve anxiety you may be experiencing. It can be difficult to acknowledge anxiety if it is constantly present--it's like background noise. But the associated stress can wear you down over time. Take time for self care and meditation.
Mount the TV on the wall the you can put some decor pieces on your dresser. Buy another bedside table, put some artwork or frame photos on the blank wall and replace your curtains with remote control blackout blinds that fit your window.
You should get some nightstands & another art piece to put on the bare wall. Get them the same dark wood color of the sign Zac got for you. The wood will make the room more cozy. And maybe a cozy chair with an ottoman if you have room. Put it in the corner & make yourself a little reading nook. 💖
Something people should know. A great way to refresh something is to paint old furniture :) it gives you a totally new vibe :) and it’s just a couple of bucks. Change knobs. Paint. Etc.
I understand getting health answers can be frustrating. Sometimes people don’t get answers for many years. It took me several years to get the proper diagnosis with my autoimmune disorders.
You aren’t alone. Im older than you and through the years I’ve had different symptoms here and there. It is definitely hard to get help. I totally understand why you put it off. I hope you’re doing well now.
You could totally use adhesive Velcro strips to keep your curtains closed instead of having that mirror there and then you can put that on the blank wall. Also you could easily spruce up that dresser by switching out the drawer pulls to add a bit of flare without too much work. Hope that helps!
I love seeing the behind the scenes with your work. News is so super exciting to me. Try looking at IKEA bedroom ideas as they are so good with affordable decor and placement. Also try Pinterest for ideas! Good luck with your health journey.
I have lupus, srogrens, mixed connective tissue disorder and fibromyalgia so I feel your pain girl. Praying for you
I don’t have any advice except keep searching for answers and don’t give up! As someone who has a chronic illness and had to go through multiple surgeries and doctors, I know how hard it is. But it’s worth it to find health for yourself ❤️
Awe hope you feel better soon Clancy!
wallpaper could be a cute & easy solution. little beside tables and matching lamps. float / hang the TV on the wall and add some nice frames with personalized photos. hang a mirror on the wall. put a hook or velcro to keep the curtains back. make a series. i love decorating videos!
Sounds like fibromyalgia. I got tested and evaluated for tons of diseases and I had similar pain. Finally narrowed it down to fibromyalgia and when I researched it (neurological condition) it all makes sense
I miss the days you and Nathan would roast each other haha made my day but its also awesome to see how far youve come Clancy HAHA
I love solid color comforters! Target has some great options. I usually go with white (bleach is the mvp) and then you can change out your pillows whenever you want (even seasonally!)
Look into peel off wallpaper. I’m considering for my place and have watched so many reviews, it’s a little pricey but it looks perfect and it TRULY does not mess up the paint when you have to move and take it off.
One more thing, try banging the lights straight across the walls, like at the top, instead of letting them drop like that.
I hope some of this helps! 💘💘💘💘
Hanging. Hanging the lights* lmao
I was diagnosed with Endometriosis at 15 and Fibromyalgia at 21. Autoimmune disorders can be very painful and I'm definitely thinking about you and hoping you have a much simpler answer! Sending you good vibes!
I had an issue with my shoulder when I was 29. Frozen shoulder. I could barely move it and it hurt so bad. I put it off for months so don’t feel bad about waiting as long as you have! I did physical therapy then had a procedure called a shoulder manipulation. After the procedure it got much better and I have pretty much full range of movement now. I couldn’t even touch my forehead before. Not sure if that is what is going on, but I feel for you!! ❤️
I have endometriosis and began a BIG flare in June that kept getting worse and ended up with me in the hospital twice the second time because the left side of my body completely stopped working. I spent a week in the hospital and I still left with no answers other than "probably your endo and probably a neurologic disorder but we don't know". Pain is such a difficult thing to live with and it's so difficult for doctors to figure out because a lot of the times pain doesn't show up on scans or in blood tests and they're as much in the dark as you are. The best thing you can do is keep fighting and keep going to doctors and letting them know you ARE in pain and you DO need help. Bring up a list of disorders you think you might have and they can test for them because maybe they didn't even think of that and it is what you thought. Being your own advocate is hard but is so worth it in the end.
Oh no Clancy. I can totally relate on the frustration of going to the doctor and them not giving you a straight answer. I've been having wrist pain for the last 2 months and it's progressively getting worse and this morning I was just thinking how I should probably go get it checked out cuz it's getting to the point where it's affecting my daily routine. But the cortisone shot I have heard it makes you gain weight and there's other side effects which you would have to look into . But I agree with you I also hate taking medication and I only leave it as a last resource. since January I was really struggling with a lot of joint pain and I decided to look into natural remedies which have really helped.
Mount the tv above the dresser so that you can display stuff on the top of the dresser. Get some plants for the empty corners (I recommend snake plants and fun fact you can order plants on amazon) and a few floating shelves for the empty wall. Instead of propping the mirror up to keep the curtain flush against the wall install little sticky velcro pieces to the curtain and wall so you can velcro it closed to keep light out.
I feel your pain - like LITERALLY. I have fibromyalgia and hashimotos and deal with a lot of what you are experiencing. I had a "frozen shoulder" for FOUR YEARS before it finally loosened up enough to crack the shoulder to relieve the pain (but it's still painful). I had x-rays, ultrasounds, MRI's, cortisone, physical therapy, blah blah blah. All that did was rack up insane medical bills and nothing helped. I hope you find some answers and relief! Chronic pain is the WORST!!!!
I had severe shoulder pain and shoulder weakness. It ended up being an impingement of my rotator cuff. I waited about 8 years to go ( I'm 39). They offered a cortisone shot, and I reluctantly got it. Holy Cow...... it was like I got a brand new shoulder!!!!! The shot hurt a little, but I got it back in May and I haven't had a single bit of pain since. It was soooooooo WORTH IT!!!
All of these of these kinda things are really painful & restricting too. So glad the Cortisone had such a good, long lasting result for you.🌼🌺🌸
Stay strong Clancy. You two are so cute together.
So, you have a lot of white going on in your bedroom - easy fix - get some curtains that match your bedspread with color in them. Look for blackout shades - they do have them in different patterns & colors and will do a better job of blocking the light. Get enough curtains so they are full enough to extend past the window so you don't have light peeking through. That one blank wall is huge - get a wall mount & put your TV on it and make it one of the ones that you can swivel (I have that in my living room and it's great). Instead of the rope lights, maybe put a pretty electric fireplace/heater on your wishlist for christmas. You would have a mantle to decorate, warmth (electric heater) and the glow you are looking to replace from the rope lights. You might have to move some furniture around, but you could make it work! That would be so cozy for you. Get well soon.
I was experiencing the same symptoms regarding the flare ups of pain. I went to a rhuematologist & they diagnosed me with Fibromyalgia which is widespread pain that causes flare ups. You should bring fibromyalgia up to your doctor!
Mount the TV on the wall so it is off of the dresser, that way you can put up whatever you want to display! You can also do cute little night stands with lamps, I like the wall art at hobby lobby personally! Hope you make it something you love! ❤️
You should get wall blush peel and stick wall paper. They have beautiful patterns and it’s easy to install and take off when u move out or want a change🤗
shelves on the wall and plants. Maybe an art piece. Different curtains and bedding might also do the trick.
so sorry you’re going through health problems, it’s always scary when you have symptoms and you KNOW something is up, but you try to ignore it because you’re afraid of facing what it could be. i always think though, in the end, you gotta put your mind at ease and try to know what’s going on. keeping you in my thoughts ☺️
Miranda Saltzgiver that is such a kind compassionate comment. 👍🏼
Annie Vincent thank you! 🤗
I’m in Cincy this weekend for a mini vacation.
I agree with the others that said about seeing a rheumatologist. Anything autoimmune seems to take awhile to diagnose since the bloodwork isn’t always a clear cut answer. I’ve been seeing rheumatology for 2 years and just finally got an actual diagnosis.
You can add some plants to your bedroom it’ll liven it up, in the humidifier corner and the corner by the dresser/window. Change the hardware on your dresser and night stand to give it a refresh. That empty wall by the bed you can put up some pictures that even you can print and get black frames it’ll look nice once it all comes together. Can you mount the tv to the wall? So then you’ll have the top of the dresser free to add whatever you want. You can add a few pretty books or a “platter” with your perfumes and colognes. I love homemaker/decor shows watch them all the time! Hope your shoulder feels better and you find the answers you’re looking for. Sorry reading this sounds like do this do that😂 not meant that way just suggestions.
After 10 years of doctors ignoring my issues I finally got a diagnosis last Spring of mixed connective tissue disease. I can somewhat understand what you're saying about the pain flare ups and how you just push through. I'm also not a fan of pain meds so I dealy with it for a long time without much relief. I would highly recommend finding a rheumatologist. Hope you're feeling better soon!
naproxen is a higher pain med, like a tylenol, its benign really, not addictive
Feel better Clancy!❤️❤️❤️
Naproxen is NSAID basically generic Aleve and is recommended for muscle/joint pain that can be caused by arthritis...it’s a higher dose than OTC. I would recommend finding a PCP (primary) they will review you family history and do blood work to rule out common vitamin deficiencies and recommend specialists for any ongoing issues (rheumatologist, ortho, etc) if needed. Also, PT is pretty standard with shoulder/joint pain. From my personal experience PT won’t make the issues worse, therapy will relax the the area to decrease inflammation and then apply specific exercises to strengthen and possibly prevent further wear and tear. When I was your age, I tried to avoid meds and surgery as well, so I welcomed the PT and found it helpful.
Shoulder injury pain is the worst! I had an injury in third grade after a swing accident and I was given pain meds, but the dose was so low that they didn't even work. I would have gone for the shot if that had been an option. I hope you feel better soon, Clancy!
Some fake plants! Do an accent wall maybe behind the bed with removable wallpaper (since you’re a renter) with blue hues since that’s your bedroom theme, move the tv to the wall and decorate the top of your dresser with cute pics and perfume tray and jewelry stand 🤗
Hang the TV from the wall/ceiling. Thats the best way to watch TV in bed, is up high. Right where the wall and ceiling meet, but down a foot,, is where you hang it from..
Cortisone shots have helped my elbow and my wrist. They wanted to start there before jumping to surgery. It is a weird feeling when you get them but they really did help me. It’s worth trying once!
Change the drawer pulls on the dresser to update it.
Yes, see a primary dr. Don’t stop until you get answers. I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease many years ago. The first dr I saw said I was jus depressed.... finally found someone who investigated further and was diagnosed with Celiac disease. I have found that female doctors tend to listen more , I’ve had great male doctors as well, but have had overall better experience with female doctors.
You have no idea how much I relate to you! I have an autoimmune problem myself! I am in constant pain everyday. To the point I can’t walk or even move. Thanks for sharing your struggles!
For your bedroom first things first you could do a few small things like this until you decide what you want to do on the walls but personally I would push the bed as close to one wall as possible (leaving just enough room for a nightstand and so you or Zack can still get into your side of the bed but it would give you quite a bit more room and I think then it would be easier to find something for just the one major blank wall adjacent to the bed. You could decorate the top of that dresser the tv is on with some small fake plants, some pictures, candles, whatever cute decor pieces and that would help cover the bottom of the tv (or distract from it anyway) and you could also replace the knobs on your dresser for some fun ones so you don't have to dedicate to a paint color to change it up! lastly if you pushed the bed over like I mentioned you could add a small fluffy rug (or whatever kind of rug) with the more open space it would create that would give it a more homey feel too! I'm sorry I love decorating and my mom used to be a decorator when I was a kid and I would go and help her and stuff and I've done a few places and I think its so fun but thats what I would do to short term make it more homey and personal! Then all you would have left is to decorate like one wall. P.S. I forgot, hanging planters aren't very expensive at all and you could get a cute one of those for your room so everything wouldn't be so low to the ground and I love plants too so if you don't have a green thumb you can always get a golden pothos, they literally can survive with so little light its nuts and you can even just straight up "plant" it in a bowl of water and put it in the hanging planter so all you would have to worry about is changing the water whenever you notice it gets gross (it will take a pretty long time before that happens), and occasionally add water as the plant drinks it (this also will take a while) but its way easier to notice when you need to water something when its in an empty bowl of water than when its in dirt, haha + its cleaner. Bottom line it would be nearly impossible to kill this way and those plants are super sturdy, I've never been able to kill one. OKAY I'M SO SORRY FOR THIS NOVEL, this is prob super pointless and you'll never see it but I'm bored at home and my work still hasn't opened bc of the virus so I clearly have a lot of time on my hands, haha. Hope you're having a great day if anyone read this whole thing! Xoxo
A sheer canopy over the bed could be really cute in this situation too, mounted over towards one corner. Don't know how into that Z would be but I'm trying to make solutions that are things I wouldnt consider inherently girly.
Hi Clancy! I went through something similar in high school! I’m 25 now but in high school I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis which ended up being lupus. I remember not even being able to get out of bed for hours because of how much pain I was in. My arms and shoulders hurt so bad I couldn’t move them I just felt like cutting them off. I remember it starting off as flare ups and just getting worse. I went to a rheumatologist then diagnosed me with lupus and Started treating me. Thankfully we were able to find a medication that helped ease the inflammation but I do think the pain or flare ups go away on their own. The flare ups usually happen due to hormones in women...I would go see a rheumatologist to take care of it now before it can get worse! I hope you are able to find a good doctor out there and I hope your pain goes away!! 💙
Just put a bedside table on the side where that empty space is, and maybe put a cool lamp on it, or a floor lamp next to it. And I think the main issue is just that the room isn’t as feminine as you/I like. Put a brighter or girlier color comforter on, get some cute throw pillows for the bed. Get some cute pictures for the wall. Get a fake ficus tree(so you don’t have to worry about it dying), and put white lights on it, put it in that corner next to the tv(my parents house has ficus trees w white lights going down their hallway on both sides, it’s so pretty, I love that look). Hang the tv on the wall, use the top of the dresser for like, pictures and stuff. That’s all really easy and inexpensive to do, and it would make a big difference. ❤️
You could also put a small chair w a throw pillow and/or throw blanket in front of that window, like in front of the ficus( that I really think you need, apparently. Haha).
I am so sorry that you have been having so much pain. 😥 And I know how frustrating it is, to be in pain and not know what is causing it! Please find you a primary doctor and set up an appointment with him/her, then go from there. I'm sending you love and prayers! God bless you!
It doesn't hurt to get a second opinion! I had issues with pain a year ago, and the first doctor was NOT helpful. She essentially told me that it was "all in my head". The second doctor I went too was ten times more helpful. She listened to my concerns and found me a great method of treatment. When in doubt, go see another doctor! Especially if you didn't get to have a lot of your questions answered.
P.S. absolutely love your vlogs. Hope your shoulder feels better sooner 😘
Second opinions are so important! I've had knee problems for years (and I'm only 22!), and the first orthopedic doctor I saw didn't give me any answers; he just recommended me to physical therapy. Finally went to a different orthopedic doctor last year and got all the answers I was looking for!
For your room decor, one easy-ish thing to do would be to switch out the knobs on the dresser in your bedroom! There are tons of options that would be more glam, like your old bedroom 🙂
Also, wishing you the best with figuring out what's going on health-wise! I know it can be frustrating getting answers. Hope you find a great GP who can help you take the right next steps!
I would hang the lights higher to the ceiling and “tighter” if that makes sense. Maybe mount the TV to the wall, and add some pictures of the two of you together on the dresser. 😊
Ah, sounds like a pretty annoying situation. The one shot sounds better than taking all those pills but good luck and hope you eventually start feeling better
I am sooo going through the same thing. I'm so sensitive when it comes to back, neck or shoulder rubs because the pain is so unbearable. I have headaches on the daily that connect from neck to my temples. All I was given was muscle relaxers and pain medication but I'm also mortified to take medication. I get medication to treat my symptoms when all I want is to find the root of the problem. It's so frustrating.
Hi Clancy! I had a VERY similar problem. It all started after I got the flu shot!! The normal soreness you get after the shot never went away and felt different from the beginning. I went through all the steps that your physician suggested to you (X-ray, cortisone shot, physical therapy etc.) I did end up getting an MRI but it came out clear. Physical therapy made my shoulder pain worse, and the cortisone shot did not work. My physician said that based on my signs and symptoms as well as how my shoulder was reacting to treatment, it seemed like a nerve problem. Nervous tissue heals a lot slower than other body tissues, and that’s why it seems never ending! Essentially, I just had to wait the pain out. It finally got better after around 5-6 months. So I’m not sure when your pain started or if something like a shot triggered it, but I hope my story gives you some insight!
Maybe paint the drawers and or get new knobs for the bureau.
A plant would be great.
Hang the mirror. Get room darkening curtains and wear an eye mask to sleep.
Can you hang the tv on the wall to free up the top of the bureau?
You need a pop of color or two and maybe something wooden. It can warm the space.
Hope this helps.
I don't like how he brushed you off with "you are young". He didn't spend enough time to coneect any dots. It sounds like you should see a rheumatologist. Cortisone shots are painful and aren't always effective so don't second guess yourself.
For the past 2 months I’ve had intense pain in my elbows (pinching to be exact), shoulder pain (right side), ankle pain, and I couldn’t move my wrists any longer because of sharp pain I would feel just by moving them.
I went to a chiropractor and little did I know that my shoulder was misaligned so bad to the point that it was causing major tension along my neck and shoulder blade area. That resulted in my elbows and wrists being misaligned. My misaligned hip had been causing my ankle pain. A few days after my adjustment, I could say I’m so happy to finally be able to move again without pain!
I’d recommend looking into a chiropractor to see if that’s a possible option for you, because I know that if I didn’t address my issue soon, it would’ve lead to crazier health issues in the long run. Hope things go well for you, Clancy!
Add a plant by the tv. Turn the mirror around so you actually see the mirror. Maybe try to hang the TV on the wall. And get a nice art or picture you love to hang in the wall next to the bed.
As someone who has had major issues like this since I was small, my autoimmune issues emerged when I was 13. It took 6 years and 8 orthopedists (on Long Island) before an orthopedist told me and my dad that there's nothing on an Xray, but that doesn't mean there isn't an issue. That lead to splinting, cortisone shots, 2 casts, then tendon surgery. (which worked great until I broke that wrist).
Agree with others who mention the rheumatologist. I also suggest going to the university health group tied to a teaching hospital (UC Health, I think), because you tend to get integrative care, when you have multiple health issues, they coordinate your care better, and you do blood work with one, and any doctor in the group can access the results. All of my doctors are convinced I have lupus, but it's a diagnosis of exclusion, and I don't have the two symptoms that usually appear.
I've lived with daily pain since 13, the last 13 years, the average day was pain scale 5 or 6 out of 10. Two years ago, I started the Autoimmune Protocol and got my life back. With your dislike of taking medicine, you may want to look into it.
Naproxen is the stronger form of Aleve.
Literally watching this as someone who has autoimmune diseases, I’m like wow, that sounds like me and my family.
My mom had lupus, I have psoriatic arthritis, pots, endometriosis and central pain syndrome and then my sister has EDS, Chiari, pots, fibro and a bunch of other things.
Being in pain really sucks, so we totally understand the struggle.
Take care of yourself. Your health truly matters.
I work for an orthopedic group specifically in the authorizations department. I see and talk to patients who have shoulder pain on a daily basis. Almost all insurances require 6 weeks of conservative treatment: NSAIDs, injections, bracing, home exercises, physical therapy etc. You don’t have to have completed all of those, but at least 2 with no improvement. Unfortunately insurance dictates the healthcare you receive. (That’s why they would only see you for one body part) I would try physical therapy/ home exercises. Then go back in 6 weeks and request an MRI. You may have a rotator cuff tear or SLAP. The only way to confirm is an MRI. If you can’t physically do physical therapy at least have them document it. That way you have a record of attempt for insurance. I hope this helps and you can figure out what it going on!
Get a small nightstand or table for the de humidifier. Put a big macrame thing for the wall
Replacing the knobs on your dresser to a more glam type will help your dresser to match your headboard and side table!
I love your videos!! Can’t wait to watch this one💗
Rheumatoid arthritis is painful, I've had to hava variety joint replacements due to having RA for years. Cortisone injections can be really good sometimes, especially if your on a flare up of some kind & they can last a few wks too. Naproxens strong so you must need it. Maybe try a hydro therapy pool at a spa or even a normal pool, not to excersize like crazy but enough to loosen your joints & muscles up. Keep us updated 🌺🌸
Sell the TV! It seriously changes the vibe of the room when you take it out.