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    owlwatcher_974
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    I need prayers badly. My toothache came back because, after spending all the money on the doctor and the prescriptions for blood pressure medicine, there was nothing left over for the dentist. The pain is unbearable and, this time, I really can’t take anything for it because the on thing that works (ibuprofen) raises my blood pressure. The pastor from my church gave me money for the tooth but my blood pressure is so high, (160/110) there is no way they will pull the tooth. The pain makes the blood pressure worse and the blood pressure keeps me from being able to do anything about the pain.

    I have already missed two days of classes and am in danger of being dropped from at least two of my classes. Not to mention the fact that I have to work today in a very stressful situation – just me and my roommate on a job where he is not comfortable with just the two of us working because he hates working with just a two person crew. I cannot call in sick and I hate working like this with my blood pressure so high.

    I will be calling the doctor after work to get an appointment to see if there is anything she can do for my blood pressure or the pain in my tooth (preferably both) until it is safe for my tooth to be pulled.

    It hurts so bad I just don’t know what to do right now. I have to work and I cannot miss anymore school.

    #59695
    paulajeanne
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    Prayers coming your way, owlcatcher. I pray that the pain will ease and you can get through this crisis. Perhaps your dentist will feel the pain requires the tooth to be removed despite the high BP. Lots of empathy here. Have you tried any holistic methods? (acupuncture etc)

    #59696
    2 Popoki
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    I don’t know the cause of the pain, but would something like Oragel help? Something topical to at least ease the pain? I wish there was more I could do for you… 🙁

    #59697
    Buttercup
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    Wow Owlwatcher could you ask your doctor for some narcotic pain relief just in the short term to get your blood pressure down so they can pull that tooth? Most are generic and don’t cost much.

    #59698
    owlwatcher_974
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    Doctor wont see me until Friday. I dont know what to do. I cant miss anymore school and the pain keeps me awake nearly all night.

    #59699
    MaxandCali’sMom
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    How about a clinic? Maybe they could squeeze you in quickly? I can feel for you, Owlwatcher, I’ve been having some problems, too. However, the Oragel worked for me. I’m so sorry you’re in pain.

    #59700

    Oh, sweetie, I am praying that your BP comes done and that they can pull your tooth. I am so sorry that you are in pain. Love, hugs, purrs, headbonks (gentle ones) and sandpaper kisses (from Tiger)

    #59701
    rainingwolf
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    Does your school have a health clinic that you could go to? They usually take students quickly-no appts needed.

    #59702
    Shelley
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    I will send healing thoughts and prayers your way Owlwatcher. Hope you get feeling better.

    #59703
    MadcatwomanintheUK
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    I can’t offer any practical help Owlwatcher, as I don’t know much about how these things work in the States, but I pray you feel better soon. xx

    #59704
    GreatDane
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    Awww, OwlWatcher, I’m sorry you’re in pain! I’ve taken Oragel for toothaches and it helped me. It’s like a numbing gel and it eases the pain. If you can’t get to the doctor, at least get to the drug store and get yourself a tube of this stuff to tide you over.

    Hope you’re well soon!

    #59705
    Buttercup
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    Owlwatcher,would your doctor phone in a prescription for something if you told him the fix you’re in? Most are pretty accomodating if you tell them your situation. Or,I hate to say it maybe the ER. Since you’re in a lot of pain and it’s causing an unsafe rise in your B/P,it’s appropriate to go there if you have to. Hope you feel better soon.

    #59706
    Sylmiafelixsmama
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    I second the postings that suggest orajel for a quick fix. It might at least lessen the pain. Check out your school’s clinic or maybe the local community clinic could see you on short notice? I hope they can help your blood pressure in addition to your toothache.

    Thinking healing and positive thoughts that your BP goes down so you can get the tooth pulled. Hugs, gentle headbonks, and purrs.

    #59707
    owlwatcher_974
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    I have several tubes of oragel that are always within reach since I wind up using it several times a day. It just wasn’t helping me at all this morning.

    The doctor I go to is at a low cost clinic and it is the only place I can afford right now. But they aren’t being very helpful at the moment. Hopefully, by the time I see the doctor on Friday, my blood pressure will be at a reasonable level and she can sign the paper so that the dentist will pull the tooth. I am hoping to get the dentist appointment by Friday of next week when it won’t interfere with my classes.

    At the moment, I am finally free of pain. After work I got some liquid oragel and that took a lot of the pain away. I also took a combination of motrin and tylenol which works wonders for getting rid of toothaches – the only problem is that I am not supposed to take motrin because of my blood pressure medicine.

    #59708
    Buttercup
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    I’m so glad you feel better Owlwatcher!

    #59709
    2 Popoki
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    My heart goes out to you. I pray the tooth can be dealt with soon and the BP comes back to a normal level. Hugs

    #59710
    AnnF
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    Oh, hon, so sorry to hear about it. Fingers crossed and good thoughts sent for Friday.

    Would ice packs help? Oil of cloves is an old home remedy but it’s hard to get and can be expensive. Or would something that would ease the infection, like mouthwash or hydrogen peroxide or even just plain salt water help?

    #59711

    Owlwatcher,

    So sorry you’re in such stress – all, of course, raises your bp. Everyone had good advice, so I’m just sending healing energy your way.

    Take care of yourself. You are important!

    #59712
    3 kits staff dorie
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    Owlwatcher,

    My 25 year old son is also suffering from tooth pain last night I got him oragel tooth tips it’s oragel on a q-tip and also listerine antiseptic mouth wash,he says these are helping along with tylenol for the pain. He has an appointment next monday with the dentist. My prayers are with you my friend

    peace

    Dorie

    #59713

    This may sound like a crazy suggestion, but you might want to do some research about biofeedback. I have heard that some people can reduce their bloodpressure through meditation or other relaxation techniques. I know money is tight, but you might be able to get some information online. Couldn’t hurt!

    You are in my prayers for long term resolution of the tooth pain. {{hugs}}

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