Tuesday, January 25, 2022

The Diagnosis

 Today I was diagnosed with Shingles of the Tri-Geminal nerve, one of the most painful kinds. The doctor started me on anti-virals right away. But there is always the chance of permanent nerve pain and damage. And here I had thought I had an abscessed tooth! Feeling very painful and crummy, and have been in bed quite a bit. I guess I will just post and visit whenever I feel up to it, so if I don't get to your blog as often as usual, you will know why. Thanks so much for your caring comments!!

38 comments:

Sandi said...

Get well soon!

Red Rose Alley said...

Oh, I'm so sorry Ginny to hear you're in pain. I hope you feel better soon. Get some rest, and I'll be here when you feel like posting again. Sending comforting thoughts your way.

~Sheri

Ruth Hiebert said...

I’m so sorry Ginny. Hope the meds will give you some relief. I have to ask, have you had the shingles vaccine? The reason I’m asking is because I’ve been thinking I should get that one.

Carla from The River said...

Sending prayers and hugs!!
xx oo
Carla

Debby said...

So sorry to hear this. That must be painful. I sure hope your meds do the trick with no nerve damage. I’ve always been afraid of Shingles. I got the shots because I’m a wuss! Get well. I’m telling you, getting old is not for sissies!

Chatty Crone said...

Did you get the vaccine for it?
I looked up what you have - that looks horrible - I am so sorry and will pray.
Did you dentist diagnosis it?
Hugs.

shirleysimplerecipe said...

Hope and pray you feel better soon 🙏!

Ann said...

Oh that sounds horrible. I hope you feel better soon. I'll be thinking of you.

crafty cat corner said...

Dear Ginny, I am so sorry to hear this. Good that you have started the anti-biotics so quickly it should make a difference. I wish you a speedy recovery.
God bless you and help you heal.
Briony
x

MadSnapper said...

oh no, so sorry. I have not heard of these. I assume the shingles are on your face? are they inside your mouth on the outside? I hope they were able to give you something for the pain. prayers for you going up now

Hootin Anni said...

Oh my goodness!!! Get better soon, Ginny.

Rose said...

I am so sorry to hear this!

Beside a babbling brook... said...

Oh my Dear, this is awful!!!!

I am soooooo sorry!!!!

Just do what your doctor tells you. Do not worry about blogging.

Except to let us know, how you are doing, once in a while, IF/when you feel like doing so.

-sigh- I take it, you two, had not had the Shingles Shot. We had it, some time ago. After hearing about others, who had had Shingles.

Gentle hugs...

Jan said...

I'm so sorry to hear this! Prayers for a quick recovery and easing of the pain.

Jeanette said...

Oh I'm so sorry to hear this! I hope those anti-viral drugs work good and fast!

The Feminine Energy said...

Oooooooooh Ginny!! Shingles are so painful. My prayers and thoughts are with you, honey. Please get better soon. I'm glad you went to the doctor & got on top of it quick. ~Andrea xoxo

DawnTreader said...

Oh no, you poor thing... Hope you'll get some relief soon!!! Hugs!!!

photowannabe said...

so sorry Ginny..praying for comfort,healing and peace.
(((hugs)))
Sue

Inger said...

Oh, Ginny, I'm so sorry to hear this. I will keep you in my thoughts, I know this must be so painful. Stay in bed and rest and don't worry about us.

Mari said...

I am so sorry. I had shingles on my back and that was no fun, but yours is worse. Praying for you!

NanaDiana said...

I am so so sorry. My friend had shingles and it was HORRIBLE. I am praying that your system calms down soon.
I was supposed to get the shingles shots but I am on some anti-inflammatory meds and need to be off them before I get the shots.
Keep us posted, Ginny. I feel so bad for you- xo Diana

Terra said...

Take care and rest, and let the medicine do its work.

George said...

I'm so sorry to hear this. Get well soon!

DeniseinVA said...

I am so sorry to read this Ginny. Praying for a quick recovery!

Linda said...

Praying extra hard for you, Ginny! Every day!!!

Kim said...

I'm so sorry to hear you are having such a rough time. Hope the drugs help you recover. Take care!

Martha said...

Oh Ginny I'm so sorry to hear what you are going through, that has to be some excruciating pain! I sure hope you are feeling better very soon. Big hugs!

Beside a babbling brook... said...

Jan. 30, 2022 Sunday

I am still so sorry that you have this horror. And hope, that you are able to get some relief.

Gentle hugs,
🌲⛄🏠🔥🏠⛄🌲

The Feminine Energy said...

How are you feeling by now, Ginny? A tad bit better? My thoughts & prayers are with you. ~Andrea xoxoxo

DeniseinVA said...

Hi Ginny, back again, just to say high and to wish you speedy healing. I know these things take time.

Great-Granny Grandma said...

Oh no, I'm so sorry to hear this. Hope you feel better soon and there's no lasting damage.

Jenny the Pirate said...

Oh Ginny! I am so sorry to hear this. You will be in my prayers daily. God bless you in this trial, my friend. xoxo

Hena Tayeb said...

Oh no.. I hope the meds help ease your pain. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Hootin Anni said...

Thinking about you!!

Martha said...

Just checking in, I'm so worried about you. I sure hope you've been able to get some relief by now. Sending hugs and prayers!

Sue said...

I am so sorry to hear this Ginny, sending lots of love and prayers to you! I have shingles and I know the pain!
Blessings,
Sue

Sue said...

oops! I meant to say I have had shingles!

Nancy Chan said...

Hello Ginny. So sorry to hear you got shingles. I must have missed this post. Hope you will recover soon.

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