It's not gout, dammit!
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sinanjuI got a call from the doctor regarding the x-rays of my foot. I have "joint narrowing and bone spurs" consistent with arthritic degradation. In short, the joint ain't what it used to be.
The regimen of anti-inflammatory drugs and not overusing the joint has done wonders. I can walk normally again, though if I spend a LOT of time on my feet it starts to feel a little sensitive. The doctor said to take the drugs for 5-7 days, which I've done. She also said I could try running again once the foot felt okay, but to take it slow and easy at first--and to stop if it began to hurt again. I've still got plenty of the pills, plus a refill if I need it. We'll see how it goes.
I also have the number for the podiatrist if I feel it's necessary to see him. That would be in case of need for more heavy duty treatment. At this point I don't think it'll be necessary.
However, my doctor also recommended a shoe with a stiffer sole so the joint doesn't have to flex as much. This is mostly in the event of the joint acting up (again), not a full-time thing. Nonetheless, while cruising around Lincoln City today, we spotted a sign and pulled in to look for just such a shoe. And found a pair. And bought them.
So...it's official. After nineteen years in the Pacific Northwest--Portland, Oregon in particular--I've become a granola-munchin' Birkenstock-wearing Oregonian. God help me. Next thing you know, I'll be voting for Barack Obama and accusing myself of being a gun owning knuckledragger!
The regimen of anti-inflammatory drugs and not overusing the joint has done wonders. I can walk normally again, though if I spend a LOT of time on my feet it starts to feel a little sensitive. The doctor said to take the drugs for 5-7 days, which I've done. She also said I could try running again once the foot felt okay, but to take it slow and easy at first--and to stop if it began to hurt again. I've still got plenty of the pills, plus a refill if I need it. We'll see how it goes.
I also have the number for the podiatrist if I feel it's necessary to see him. That would be in case of need for more heavy duty treatment. At this point I don't think it'll be necessary.
However, my doctor also recommended a shoe with a stiffer sole so the joint doesn't have to flex as much. This is mostly in the event of the joint acting up (again), not a full-time thing. Nonetheless, while cruising around Lincoln City today, we spotted a sign and pulled in to look for just such a shoe. And found a pair. And bought them.
So...it's official. After nineteen years in the Pacific Northwest--Portland, Oregon in particular--I've become a granola-munchin' Birkenstock-wearing Oregonian. God help me. Next thing you know, I'll be voting for Barack Obama and accusing myself of being a gun owning knuckledragger!
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Date: 2008-07-18 01:17 pm (UTC)(no subject)
Date: 2008-07-19 12:03 am (UTC)On the other hand, it's not like my vote is going to matter. The Portland metro area will be going Democratic. And, as the largest population center in the state, as Portland goes, so go Oregon's electoral votes.
So I could vote for McCain or the Libertarian candidate or myself--it all amounts to the same thing.
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Date: 2008-07-20 01:15 pm (UTC)