Time for a look see

[aztecan]

OK, I have been focusing on the humps for so long I overlooked some other things.

For one, I haven't had labs done since November, so its about time to get poked again.

I asked for a lab slip from the doctor. He is checking the usual CD4s and viral load, as well as the ever-troublesome lipids and CPKs.

I also have a few other problems to discuss, but they be may more age related than HIV.

I have had to stop taking the Naproxen I have taken for the joint and muscle pain. I was taking 750 mgs a day and it was beginning to really bother my stomach.

So, I am sans pain pills and not really liking it much. I can live with it if I must, though.
 
I am not sure if the pain is HIV related or not, but I will ask the doc what he thinks.

I also did a naughty thing. A friend wanted to borrow my cement mixer (why I own a cement mixer is a topic for another thread.)

I helped him load it onto a utility trailer. It is a venerable mixer, solid steel and caked with dried concrete from many years of use.

In a word, it is heavy.

It took three of us to lift it onto the trailer, but when I did, I think I did myself an injury. Since then, my back has been hurting and, at various times, it either creaks or grinds.

Feels great when I am in the jacuzzi at the gym. Other than that, it is a bit troublesome.

So, I guess I have a few things to talk about with the doc.

I suspect the CPKs are still high, based on how my muscles are feeling. So, that will be another thing to talk about.

But I have a great idea about the aching back.

I need a young 20-something, preferably muscular and adept with his hands, who could massage my sore spots.

Chances are, I won't get the massage, but it was a nice thought. 

HUGS,

Mark

[J.R.E.]

In a word, it is heavy.



HUGS,

Mark

  You should have removed the cement from the mixer, first Mark. It would make it lighter.

But seriously,  good luck on the upcoming tests, and get that back checked out.

I need a young 20-something, preferably muscular and adept with his hands, who could massage my sore spots.

Don't we all!! 


Good luck Mark---Ray

[bear60]

Hi Mark
I heard that writhing around on some tennis balls will give you a fairly decent massage.  But a 20 yr old would be better.
Hope you are doing ok with the labs.


Joel

[denb45]

Hey Mark, I'll take 2 20 something yr old massage studs along with a nice bottle of Merlot 

[Theyer]

Mark , I am also about to have a full lab test with discussion on the 24 may. I hope you can find some pain relief soon, putting up with pain can drag one down , without in my case really realizing it.

However good luck with the tests and the 20 yr old massuse , I think our health system lets us down by not providing on demand massage , shall we campaign ?

m

[OneTampa]

Regarding the 20-something position post...I can only imagine your interview scheme for potential job candidates and the orientation for the new hire.   

BTW, hoping you find relief soon.

Best.