Hello all,
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I was diagnosed in 2009 for DDD. They did x-rays and a MRI, I was given physical therapy, meds and a P2 permanent profile. I only took the meds when needed and went on from there.
I PCS'd to FT Knox and my primary care provider wrote script for a couple of times,because I only took meds when I was in drastic pain. I was on my way to SLC en route to Germany, I went to get a prescription refill, I ended up having a new provider stated I needed a MRI (Told me I didn't have one in my records) before they would treat me.
I sucked it up, went to school and PCS'd here to Germany, My new provider ordered me a MRI, and I received my results Friday in Landstuhl. The PA said I had different back issues, but was only covering a bulging disk in my L5. The PA was a total prick, treated me like crap because I didnt follow up at Knox. Insinuated I was a pill popper but told me my disk is screwed up and they want to give me a epidural cortisone injections.
He stated that it was only a temp fix and I would never really get better. He referred me to Pain management for these injections.
I have been reading on the internet, that these injections can last for a week t a year with possible side effects.
For a temp fix, I am not ready to take the risk.
I was asked if I wanted a P3 profile and I stated I would get back with them. I know with a P3 then the med chapter process will start.
My pain has gotten so bad that I cant suck it up anymore like a good Soldier. I am thinking since I didnt run to sick call like I should have to have my condition documented, then it is going to hurt me.
I am looking to start the Med Board process but I want my ducks in a row and I don't want a temp fix.
Any advice would be appreciated. Sorry for the long post!
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I was diagnosed in 2009 for DDD. They did x-rays and a MRI, I was given physical therapy, meds and a P2 permanent profile. I only took the meds when needed and went on from there.
I PCS'd to FT Knox and my primary care provider wrote script for a couple of times,because I only took meds when I was in drastic pain. I was on my way to SLC en route to Germany, I went to get a prescription refill, I ended up having a new provider stated I needed a MRI (Told me I didn't have one in my records) before they would treat me.
I sucked it up, went to school and PCS'd here to Germany, My new provider ordered me a MRI, and I received my results Friday in Landstuhl. The PA said I had different back issues, but was only covering a bulging disk in my L5. The PA was a total prick, treated me like crap because I didnt follow up at Knox. Insinuated I was a pill popper but told me my disk is screwed up and they want to give me a epidural cortisone injections.
He stated that it was only a temp fix and I would never really get better. He referred me to Pain management for these injections.
I have been reading on the internet, that these injections can last for a week t a year with possible side effects.
For a temp fix, I am not ready to take the risk.
I was asked if I wanted a P3 profile and I stated I would get back with them. I know with a P3 then the med chapter process will start.
My pain has gotten so bad that I cant suck it up anymore like a good Soldier. I am thinking since I didnt run to sick call like I should have to have my condition documented, then it is going to hurt me.
I am looking to start the Med Board process but I want my ducks in a row and I don't want a temp fix.
Any advice would be appreciated. Sorry for the long post!