I was at the Dr's at half 7 yesterday morning to see someone about this stupid shoulder of mine. My Mum was with me so she was able to help me describe what was going on. I felt he really understood the pain I was in and he suggested that I needed to have an ultra sound scan of the joint to find out what is going on with the ligaments, and then to see a shoulder surgeon. I have booked an appointment at the private hospital as I can't really wait for the NHS. Although last time I made a private appointment my NHS appointment came through a week earlier than the private one, so I'm not dissing the NHS here at all!
I've felt much more positive yesterday and today as I know there is something being done and I haven't got to put up with it. It also could have something to do with the copious amounts of Oramorph I've been taking at night to ease the pain.
I'm getting my head round the pain now. I was so annoyed with myself as I couldn't cope with it and I should be able to. I lead self management courses for www.arthritiscare.org.uk but me...a self management trainer couldn't cope with the pain.
Then I realised, that I don't always have to be brave. I can cry sometimes as it can make you feel better.
Here is some self management info for those of you living with long term health conditions. http://www.arthritiscare.org.uk/LivingwithArthritis/Self-management
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