in pain and bloody grumpy!

[workshy]

I've had sciatica for 8 weeks now and it's getting worse not better

the combination of constant pain and lack of sleep is making me incredibly snappy and grumpy with pretty much everyone -my patience is now at zero

how do other people manage this?

What pain relief are you using.

Best thing is an oestopath or chiropractor.

I had it last summer, it was horrible. Found wine helped the most. Couldn't do opiate type painkillers as need wits about me during day for dcs. It WILL get better tho, probably soon.

O, tried tens machine too- maybe bit of help..

on diclofenic ad paracetamol

GP says take pain meds ad go back after 2 weeks if no better -I'm going back on wednesday

I need sleep -fed up of faffing with pillows supporting various parts of my body -none of which works

Get Syndol its codine and paracetamol with a muscle relaxant in it. It should make you sleepy.

is that prescription or can I get it over the counter?

Over the counter. Its only back on the shelves after disappearing for months but i got it last week in boots.

it's not one I'd heard off but I'll have a look tomorrow

thanks :)

Hope it helps. You have my sympathy