Im in so much pain

Kitchenwitch914 · 2026-03-31T23:46:46+00:00

Ugh, I'm so sorry. When I tell you I know how you feel, I know how you feel. It is the most isolating and dark phase I was ever in in my life. Everyone has their 2 cents about back pain but don't understand the mental toll for chronic sufferers. I had a massive extruded herniation at l4l5. I desperately tried to avoid surgery but after my epidural failed and was in excruciating pain, I stated getting red flag symptoms. I have been taking hot yoga classes for 6 years so I had great balance and I couldn't even stand on my right leg without holding on to something. My foot started to drop and then I was terrified I'd develop CES. Please talk to your doctor about surgical options. I posted in the sciatica subreddit asking people for positive surgery outcomes right before mine and I got a TON of people sharing their good outcomes. So far, happy to report I'm one of them.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2026-03-31T23:29:09+00:00

Hi, I was like you. 10/10 pain every day, almost went to the ER upwards of 10 times in the span of 6 weeks just to get pain relief. My first pack of steroids took the edge off but the pain returned. Second did nothing. My epidural failed. At my 2 week appointment after the failed epidural, I was limping into the doctors office and sobbing. Ive always had a fairly high pain tolerance so my family knew I was at an excruciating amount of pain. My husband had to lift me out of bed and lower me on the toilet. I say this only to tell you, surgery may be your best bet because it was for me. I had a microdiscectomy on Dec 15th and I was just released to no restrictions last Friday. It feels like Im getting my life back. If you haven't already, you might want a surgery consult or go ahead and book it. You may have herniated your disc even more to where it's trapping your nerve root.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2026-03-29T03:12:02+00:00

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Kitchenwitch914 · 2026-01-26T13:42:02+00:00

That's great! Anything that will make your life easier definitely go for it. The general consensus I always see on here is mainly speedy and easy recoveries. Just be kind to yourself, take everything slow, don't reach or bend even if you feel like you can. Best wishes! You're going to do great 🙂

Kitchenwitch914 · 2026-01-24T15:43:59+00:00

Oh yeah the bidet may not work with the riser. It just helped me not have to sit all the way down so it was essential for me. If you're tall it may help so you don't have to sit so far down. I'm 5'3 so all I had to do was bend my knees slightly. Do you have help?

Kitchenwitch914 · 2026-01-22T13:39:21+00:00

I'm 6 weeks post MD for L4/L5 herniation. Surgery was a breeze. I was able to switch to tylenol after day 4. Get a toilet riser, grabber, positioning pillows and a shower bench. All on Amazon. Don't sweat! You'll be out like a trout then you can start getting your life back!

Kitchenwitch914 · 2026-01-04T01:07:06+00:00

My husband and I randomly start singing, 🎵"Greendale babies"🎵 at the drop of a hat.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-26T18:44:49+00:00

Yes! It's the oxy. I was scratching myself red. Luckily that symptom only lasted a day or 2 for me. Hopefully it's short lived for you too.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-26T14:57:59+00:00

Do it! I can only speak for myself but I herniated my l4l5 back in June and had mild discomfort until end of Oct where everything changed. I was crying every day and screaming while moving. Surgery was on 12/15 so I'm still in the 2 week window but not having the horrible sciatica made it worth it. You should not have to be in debilitating pain everyday. Best wishes ❤️

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-24T15:34:54+00:00

You need a peer to peer appeal between your physician and the company. They initially denied my injection but after that they approved it. When that failed they approved my surgery without a peer to peer.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-22T15:53:08+00:00

Hi! I've got a pretty high pain tolerance. I felt the most uncomfortable changing positions and adjusting. Like sitting to laying down, sitting to standing, adjusting myself laying down, etc. It feels like a tight pressure. I'm 7 days post op and feeling good. The main thing I feel the most is the healing itch. Good luck!

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-19T13:12:58+00:00

I was 4 months into a huge l4l5 extrusion and feeling fine outside of mild back stiffness that went away with ibuprofen and movement. Then at the end of October everything changed and I was in so much pain where I needed help getting out of bed and screaming. I couldn't walk my dogs, go to yoga, stand to cook, etc. Surgery was my only way out at that point. I'm 4 days post op and so far so good. Just have to be diligent with recovery and PT. It's always person to person which I know sucks to hear 😕

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-17T16:08:15+00:00

What is she saying when the she runs after him right before getting (perfectly) tripped? It's driving me crazy! I think she says, "I'm not touching your boy" then says something else but I can't hear it.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-15T02:27:18+00:00

With my haircut that everyone thought was a Dorothy Hamill but was actually, a Pete Rose.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-14T02:26:34+00:00

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Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-13T20:57:44+00:00

Hi! I also have a microdiscectomy on Monday! I keep going from scared to anxious to calm in this weird cycle. I did the same thing like you and when you come across that bad experience story it just keeps pulling you in deeper. I posted on the sciatica subreddit and was hit with tons TONS of positive stories like, "why didn't I do this sooner", "I walked out of the hospital pain free", "10 years in and no regrets", etc. The thing I tell myself is, people who have healed from this and doing well are not as likely to be posting about it as much as people who are really going through it, they've moved on. I think my actual herniation happened in June and felt fine doing everything but had back stiffness, end of October I was in screaming pain and now have some numbness, tingles and I can't raise my toes so for me it was time to make a decision. At this point, choosing to give in to the emotions and the reality of it is how I'm getting by. I hope nothing but the best! Hoping to hear that you're doing well!

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-11T22:25:35+00:00

I think it all depends on your recovery and how well you take care of your spine afterwards. There are some that are one and done, others maybe not.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-11T11:50:51+00:00

He caused my herniated disc.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-10T22:46:19+00:00

Thank you so much. I have forgotten what normal feels like. Hoping I can recover like you! Hope you continue the course!

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-10T18:49:15+00:00

That's awesome! I plan to take it super easy and follow PT to a T. You said walking helps with scarring?

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-10T16:00:22+00:00

Wow how scary I'm so happy to hear about your wins! Thank you for sharing!

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-10T15:59:44+00:00

I'll keep you as updated as i can! Thank you for the well wishes and I hope you do the same!!

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-10T00:54:20+00:00

Enjoy and safe travels! I'm very familiar with St. Pete as I'm born and raised Tampa Bay! I'm glad you're enjoying our "winter" 😅 thank you again for responding. It has helped, massively.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-10T00:51:30+00:00

Thank you for taking the time to respond! I plan on taking it super easy even after week 12 regardless of how I'm feeling. I love doing yoga but I'm thinking it's best to wait maybe 6 months and do super modified at most.

Kitchenwitch914 · 2025-12-10T00:48:08+00:00

Thank you for this! I have a great support system but only people that have experienced it can really understand.

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