Age-wise, I should be beyond hot flashes. But, sadly, they've never completely gone away; and since I've been taking Cymbalta for the fibromyalgia symptoms, the hot flashes have increased in quantity and severity.
This afternoon a major high-voltage lollopaloosa of a hot flash hit. At the height of it I told Vann I felt like the Wicked Witch of the West in her melting scene. I was sweating like a longshoreman, my hair had turned to frizz, my clothes were soaked, I was putting off enough heat to power a small country, and I felt so tired I thought my muscles were shutting down. You probably think I'm just exaggerating in order to be funny--but I'm not, and it wasn't funny.
I likely contributed to my power surge by cooking throughout the first stage of it. I made pasta primavera, trying to copy the dish our neighbor Paul brought over earlier this week. Mine was a fair imitation, but Paul's was better. I also made egg salad and a blueberry cobbler. By the time that cobbler was bubbling, so was I.
I'd say right now I'm about medium-well, and I'm still too warm, but nothing like I felt earlier.
Thank You, All
Even though I don't always get around to answering all of your comments anymore, please know that I read each one of them. Tonight I read many of the recent ones to Vann. If you ever get the idea that your brief blog comments, good wishes, and prayers aren't treasured, forget it. Even though I'm a word person (some might say a wordy person), it's hard for me to find the words I want to tell you just what those notes mean to me and to Vann. I wish i could give every one of you a great big old hug. And in my heart, that's just what I'm doing. God bless each one of you.
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On 08/13/2009, Julia Wood said ...
I'm giving you and Vann a huge hug back! I'm praying for both of you! And I wish I had a bite of that blueberry cobbler.
On 08/13/2009, Karla said ...
BIg hugs to you and to Vann! Keeping you in my prayers.
Karla
On 08/13/2009, Barbara Anne said ...
I hear you on the unwelcome thermal power surges! Bother to the max. These days when I'm dripping sweat (far past "dewy"!), I head for the shower followed by fresh clothes. Since we've had this Southern veggie garden and such high humidity, I've showered often!
Your Peachy Peach cobbler recipe is delicious and has a star on the recipe card!! I made it a few days ago and we enjoyed it so very much. In fact, it's already gone. Yum!!
Prayers continue...
Hugs!
On 08/13/2009, Joyce said ...
I once asked my doctor when my hot flashes would finally end and he said... You'll probably have them forever. The good news is that even though I still have them, they are not as intense and don't last as long as they used to .... and sometimes I still have hot flashes at night, but no more night sweats (YEAH!!!!!!!).
Praying for you and Vann,
Joyce
On 08/13/2009, Cathi said ...
Been there, done that! My favourite trick when they're as intense as that is to literally stick my head in the freezer. Or go shopping at the grocery store and very carefully study labels on the frozen foods.
I read your blog all the time and think of you and your husband frequently.
On 08/13/2009, Wendy P said ...
I HOPE YOU READ THIS COMMENT!!!
I recently concluded that the constant migraines I get are from tomatoes and other members of the Nightshade family. I got the worst one ever after I recently made pasta with eggplant and tomatoes.
I did research online and found that these plants are also bad for fibromyalgia sufferers.
http://www.revolutionhealth.com/drugs-treatments/rating/diet-avoiding-nightshade-vegetables
So, I don't know if you already avoid tomatoes, eggplant, peppers, etc but it might really help!
I have been taking Magnesium and B6 every morning for the hot flashes I started to get and it really helps also.
:) Wendy
On 08/13/2009, Beverly said ...
Susan, you poor thing. I've never experienced hot flashes like I hear so many have, but the ones I do have are the pits.
I think of you and Vann every day. I wish there was something I could do to make it all go away. I work for a major health system, and I know so many people that live and breathe to fight and beat cancer. I can honestly say that I hate cancer. I was always taught not to hate, but in my heart I think this one is justified.
Please know that I am always holding you both very close in my heart and my prayers. I'm so glad you have each other and so many people that love you both.
On 08/13/2009, anna said ...
My father in law used to say that getting older was not for wusses - I think he sure had that right- Hot flashes can be so trying.
I really enjoy reading your blog and hearing about the day to day life in the Yellow House.
I am sending you back a big cyber hug - I know you and Vann have been facing many challenges- I hope that it will get better for you both. Sending you warm thoughts.
Warmest regards,
Anna
On 08/13/2009, Mary on Lake Pulaski said ...
Prayers for both of you...
On 08/13/2009, Laurie said ...
Yum - cobbler! I'm way overdue for some! I feel your pain with the hot flashes -- I had all my female parts taken out at 37 and have been flashing ever since. It was okay until 2.5 years ago when I had to start taking Tamoxifen for breast cancer -- an anti-estrogen pill -- and I have another 2.5 years to go on it! I'm hoping all will subside after that...sigh. You're not alone!
On 08/13/2009, Eric said ...
My heart goes out to you, Vann, Amy and the rest of your family. I continue to pray for all of you. God bless you. Sincerely, Eric
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