One Man Banned Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Well for over two weeks now I've been suffering from a really bad cold, that's been joined by a nasty cough and I haven't had a complete nights unbroken sleep since a week last Monday I had to go to the doctors for another issue yesterday, and I've got Bronchitis, but she also noticed a wheeze on my chest too, something I've noticed for months due to smoking for so many years and she's given me an inhaler too. I can't get the anti-smoking drugs I would like until I go through the Stop Smoking Clinic due to budgets (GP writes a script the surgery budget pays, the SSC writes a script and a government scheme picks up the tab ) Without too much detail the doctor has given me anti-depressants to tide me over the next few months as things have gotten messy in my head of late, and also finally getting some help from the NHS with her referring me for some counselling to deal with some major problems I've had to deal with over the last few years I feel like there is some hope at the minute at least - this time last week I was at a very low point . Thank goodness for the relief of the forum, it's such a good place to be A xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Sounds like you've had some good advice and will soon be able to sort out a lot of problems Andrew - Good Luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Oh Andrew . Sorry to hear that you've been so low. Hope things are on the up for you again soon. (((((Big hugs))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
little chickadee Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Andrew - I don't know if you've ever been recommended to read the book "Easy way to stop smoking" by Allen Carr. I've seen hundreds of testimonials from people who have stopped smoking this way. I stopped using the book as did my husband who smoked about 40-60 a day and had been smoking since the age of 14. The great thing is that you have to carry on smoking while you read the book, so it's not scary to start it. The best bit is that Neither myself or my husband EVER crave cigarettes. Aside from the smoking though, I'm glad that you're coming away from the low point. Hope things improve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah B Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 You poor thing, I hope you feel better soon?! Chest infections are nasty. Re the stopping smoking - get Allen Carr's 'Easy Way To Stop Smoking'. You can get copies on Ebay. All the best, Sarah x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Sorry to hear that things aren't great for you at the moment. Hope things pick up soon with treatment. You're right about this forum - I reckon it's the best therapy . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Sorry to hear you feel pants Andrew, what with everything going on, the last thing you need is bronchitis. Sending lots of positive vibes your way. Hope you are feeling better about everything very soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziggy Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 So sorry to hear you're not well... take good care, and best of luck with everything... Wishing for bronchitis and smoking to soon be things of the past for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGirlsMum Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Sorry you're feeling low but you must be on the road to recovery because you have made the big step of asking, and receiving help. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freddie Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Hi Andrew, if you've got a chest infectoin, it'll drag you down and make everything seem so much worse, esp if you're not able to sleep so well; don't laugh, but get/stealfrom yr friend/whatever some Karvol capsules: they're for kids really, but they work well on grown ups; you break 'em onto yr pillow and get right in with the aroma. Re the smoking, I cant help as I never have(polish that halo), re the anti D's, my best mate takes them as a resort to ease her rather difficult life sometimes, and they take the edge off for her; through her and how they help her,I've learnt to see the enormous plus they can give, as a "breathing space" to allow a person to "step outside and look back in, slightly detached" from the complications of the life we all lead at one time or other. I had them last yr, but didn't take them.think now, looking back, that I should have! If you can get an author called Harriet Learner, she writes a series of books called the dance of anger/connection etc... she does talk some sense, and they're easy to read. (for me, anyhow, no long words).. It made me realise that what i felt was normal and that i wasn't odd. From the woman who sat in the GP's room weeping; he had ) idea what to do... Do they ever. If you can get to the library, get as many books out as you can, there may be one sentence that makes it all click; if not ,you can always chuck them across the room, and get relief tat way. I'm so sorry you're going through it, everyone has their own limit as to what they can "cope" with, and it's a fine thread that snaps sometimes. try to take care of yrself physically, eat well and sleep lots. hugs to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Sending lots of positive vibes for you Andrew Karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willow Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Hope you're feeling better soon Andrew but do take things easy for a while. There is a cold circulating that's taking a good three weeks to recover from and it sounds like that's the one you've got ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 so sorry to hear you're not well and feeling down Andrew. I really hope you are feeling bright and back to your cheerful self very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
susanbb Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Hope you are feeling goodsoon. Sending you positive vibes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Look after yourself Andrew. I know things have been difficult for you of late. All the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paola Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 What lovely advice Freddie. Sorry to hear that you are so poorly Glad that you are coming away from your low point. Thinking of you and sending big squeezes x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillfamily Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 so sorry to hear your feeling rough at the mo good news though to hear that there is a light at the end of the tunnel and you are finally getting the help you wanted sending (((((big big hugs)))))) hope life and health start to improve very very soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Tons of hugs, Andrew. Am so sorry you've been feeling rough in every way, but I think you're doing absolutely the right things to find your way forward. This is your time now; if you follow all those routes you've posted about, then 2008 will be the year that is a turning point for you. One day you'll look back and be glad that you dealt with it all now, and wonder how you ever felt so low. Meanwhile, lots of friends here with you every step of the way, xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missuscluck Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 oooh dear. Sending BIG HUGS!! Hope you start to feel better soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted April 10, 2008 Share Posted April 10, 2008 Sounds like you have got off the bottom of the snake and are climbing the ladder again - it's usually only at that point that you realise just how bad things have been! I think anti-D's are brilliant - people have bad ideas about them, but if you broke your leg you wouldn't refuse to use a crutch while it was healing - and you wouldn't go on using the crutch when your leg was better. Glad you are getting some help, some sound advice above. Keep coming on here when you want a boost! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Andrew lovely to hear from you and chin up, we're here. Be good to yourself and get some sunshine as it works wonders. I stopped the cigs 2 1/2 years ago, best thing I did. Hugs BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Keep going Andrew. We're always here...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Best wishes Andrew. Sorry things are not so good for you at the moment, but the pills will help in time. I can sympathise with the Bronchitis,having had it myself Get in the garden & enjoy the spring sunshine & spend some time with the laydees Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joojoo Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Sorry to hear you are having such a horrible time at the moment. Hopefully things will start to improve very soon. I my experience anti-d's usually take a few weeks to build up in your system, but they should really help. I've had them a couple of times in the past, and they have always helped me just to get back on track. Very Best Wishes xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenlass Posted April 11, 2008 Share Posted April 11, 2008 Hope now you know that there is help out there, you will be able to feel more positive. Good luck with the stopping smoking...everytime you want to light up come on here instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
