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[The Wiz]

Wiz, does the pain feel like it is in your chest or is it a little lower. Just curious. It must be bad from the way you talk about it. How long does it last?

Hitt........The pain is generally just below the breastbone and it only lasts for a short while after getting up(It's the time before I get up that's the worst) The more I read(and based on my symptoms)I have to agree with the Doc that this may be a form of Acid Reflux. I have a really bad habit of eating a large meal and snacks when i get home from work at midnight. I go to bed shortly after and this may be what is causing the pain. I have been doing this routine for years....I think it is finally starting to catch up with me!

I am going to try just the snack when I get home tonight and have a later Lunch/Dinner at work! This morning was a killer...LOL!

Wiz!

 

[hittman]

I was wondering about that too Wiz. I read somewhere before about reflux causing those kind of pains. Sounds to me like you have a good lead on getting this under control.

 

[The Wiz]

I was wondering about that too Wiz. I read somewhere before about reflux causing those kind of pains. Sounds to me like you have a good lead on getting this under control.

Man I hope so Pal! I'm giving the meds a chance to kick in and see what happens!

Wiz

 

[PTJD]

Yep, sounds like some kind of Gastric reflux, is your new meal plan working?

 

[The Wiz]

Yep, sounds like some kind of Gastric reflux, is your new meal plan working?

Nope......I am starting to believe this has nothing to do with my current diet.......and is more muscle related. If this were gastric I think I would be having some issues throughout the day...not just when I get up(Which is now every 4 hours at a time tops!)

I really am starting to miss sleeping!
Wiz!

 

[hittman]

I hope you figure it out soon Wiz. We can't have you running around the forum all tired and grumpy. Well not tired anyway. Although it is kinda nice seeing your posts in the morning. I take it that is because you can't sleep.

 

[The Wiz]

I hope you figure it out soon Wiz. We can't have you running around the forum all tired and grumpy. Well not tired anyway. Although it is kinda nice seeing your posts in the morning. I take it that is because you can't sleep.

You took it right Hitt.....I generally have to wait until the Motrin kicks in before going back to bed. Plus getting the kids off to school. It is nice to be on here in the AM....It gets lonely at night!

Wiz!

 

[hittman]

I usually get up, grab my phone to read the forum and head to the garage for my morning vape around 6:30 . Sometimes that includes some Macuba if I am having a craving. Then when I get to work I will check in on the forum between checking my two email accounts for work. I am enjoying your morning posts even though I know you would rather be sleeping.

 

[The Wiz]

I usually get up, grab my phone to read the forum and head to the garage for my morning vape around 6:30 . Sometimes that includes some Macuba if I am having a craving. Then when I get to work I will check in on the forum between checking my two email accounts for work. I am enjoying your morning posts even though I know you would rather be sleeping.

I'm glad your getting some pleasure from my discomfort Hitt...LOL!(Kidding). I usually go to bed after 3:00....so getting up at 6 really isn't even a good nap! I usually get another 3 to 5 after I get the kids off!

Wiz!

 

[hittman]

Yikes. Three hours isn't much sleep at all. I hope you get some rest soon.

 

[The Wiz]

Yikes. Three hours isn't much sleep at all. I hope you get some rest soon.

I'll get lots of sleep when I'm dead Hitt.......Unless Vicks turns me into a Zombie or something!

Wiz!

 

[hittman]

I haven't been sleeping well the last few days either. I wonder if I caught it from you Wiz? Have you been washing your hands before typing? Just kidding. I've been kinda stressed trying to deal with this contractor that was supposed to come and fix some water damage under my back door and replace the door. He was recommended to me by my insurance company even though I didn't file a claim. He quoted me one price a month or so ago and then when he finally called me back yesterday then the bid had magically doubled. I told him to get lost and either I would figure out how to do it myself or would find someone else. He has been a pain in the .... anyway. I called him a few times and he kept saying he would get back with me but didn't until I finally put pressure on him that I wanted to get the work done this month and then he comes back with this crazy bid. Good riddance.

 

[whiskey]

That sucks Hittman...I don't trust contractors or plumbers, or mechanics...or.........insurance companies for that matter...hope it works out for you!!
Hey Wiz....POOF

 

[hittman]

I was talking to a neighbor about it and he said he has a friend that runs a small repair business and he would call in a favor for me and ask him to cut me a deal on the repair. I will keep my fingers crossed for that to work out. If not, I called lowes and they told me that they could install the doors for a reasonable price but I would have to schedule their contractor to come and look to see if they would do the floor repair too. They charge $35 for them to come look at it so I will give the neighbors friend a shot first. No reason to spend the money if I don't have to. One way or the other, I really want to get this thing fixed before winter.

 

[Vicks Vap-oh-Yeah]

I'll get lots of sleep when I'm dead Hitt.......Unless Vicks turns me into a Zombie or something!

Wiz!

Hmmmm - I just can't see you shambling about muttering BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAINS!!! Wiz - but we might be able to cut you a sweet deal on becoming a vampire

I remember going through a severe bout of insomnia last year, averaging around 3 hrs of sleep a night. Not being able to get sufficient rest really sucks, Wiz...I solved my problem with 1) the separation and 2) a sleep study, where I found out I've got a pretty severe case of sleep apnea...so even when I WAS sleeping, I wasn't getting the deep sleep I needed.

Not that I'm recommending either for you, Wiz... now go kiss that wife o yers and I hope you feel better soon!

 

[hittman]

Wiz, where are you. Did you oversleep? You're gonna be late for work.

 

[PTJD]

Hmmmm - I just can't see you shambling about muttering BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAINS!!! Wiz - but we might be able to cut you a sweet deal on becoming a vampire

I remember going through a severe bout of insomnia last year, averaging around 3 hrs of sleep a night. Not being able to get sufficient rest really sucks, Wiz...I solved my problem with 1) the separation and 2) a sleep study, where I found out I've got a pretty severe case of sleep apnea...so even when I WAS sleeping, I wasn't getting the deep sleep I needed.

Not that I'm recommending either for you, Wiz... now go kiss that wife o yers and I hope you feel better soon!

So are you using a Cpap or Bipap unit? Those are some of the product my company makes and I sell.

 

[PTJD]

Wiz, where are you. Did you oversleep? You're gonna be late for work.

Doesn't sound like he can oversleep Hitt. At my age 3-4 glasses of vino usually does it for me.

 

[hittman]

Well either he was finally able to sleep in or he's on his way to the chiropractor's this morning. I miss his morning posts already. Glad you could fill in for him PTJD. How is the snusing going or did you give up on it?

 

[The Wiz]

Hi Guys!!! I didn't oversleep Hitt.......My Wife and Daughter are at Disney World for the weekend(Part of our 20th anniversary deal..LOL),So I took the day off with stay home with my son(Free day). This morning has been a wonderful pain filled experience(and believe me I have a high threshold). I am really hoping this chiropractor can help me out......I really don't know where else to turn for my problem. I am starting to think being a Zombie(I already am one),or Vampire(at least they can sleep all day),wouldn't be half bad. I post back here later and let everyone know how I made out.

As Whiskey said......POOF!
Wiz!