Posted by Barbara D. (205.188.192.154) on July 19, 1999 at 10:20:13:
In Reply to: Chronic and Mental posted by Carl D on July 18, 1999 at 13:28:48:
Carl,
You know my number and know you can call me anytime. I've had over two years of chronic (and still counting). Yes it's bad and yes, we feel sorry for ourselves, but there comes a time when we have to get a grip and TRY to help ourselves.
You've got a lot of people concerned about you. There is help available, but you've got to ask for it.
Chronic pain DOES cause the depression you're going through (every chronic sufferer out here has been right where you are), but there are medicines available to help that depression. You need to get to the ER (they have to take you) and get some help.
Like I said, you've got enough people pulling for you that you've got to help yourself and let us quit worrying.
Hugs BD