I was taking benadryl last week to help with the itching and pain, but my hands got pretty swollen and when I stopped taking it the swelling seemed to go down. So, I am thinking I may now be allergic to benadryl as well. It is too bad, because at least the benadryl helped me sleep at night, now I just toss and turn and itch...and get up a few times to put ice on them.
Last night Chris and I went to a Phoenix Suns game and I started getting new hives while just sitting there. Maybe it was the guy next to me and his overly strong cologne, or maybe it was the fabric that my arms were rubbing against. On the way home I just started crying because I see no end in sight and even though I "know" itching won't help, I still itch now and then...the result is beautiful scabs on my hands and arms. As if I need anything to help me feel less pretty when I'm pregnant.
Anyway, I've probably said enough. I know that God is good and that God could take them away if He wanted, but I also know that His grace is sufficient in times of suffering. Is this suffering? Sometimes it seems like it. Although, I do know that there are so many people in the world (probably in my own neighborhood) that are experiencing suffering to a much higher degree than me. So, perhaps I should stop talking about the hives and just take my frustration and pain to the Lord.
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Well, I gave my mom hives when she was pregnant with me and I turned out ok, so this could be a good sign of an amazing kid ;) On the down sign, she's had to take medication every day since to keep the hives away... I think it's called aneracx or something like that. So that's not so hopeful. I'm sorry that this is so frustrating. I wish I could hug you and somehow how magical powers and make it go away. Can't wait to see you soon!!
Love,
Jaimie
girl so sad about the hives. got them right after tobin because of the pain meds and they lasted 3 weeks. just to let you know because i didin't hot water gave temporary relief but made them worse... wish i had know that when i was taking 2 sitz baths a day! love you hope you feel batter and am so excited about your blog and seeing you in a month - adrienne
Oh sad! I am sorry about the hives, but glad you have a blog! Can't wait to see more pics and postings...as you know I just haven't got into the facebook realm, so hopefully I can stay in better contact here :)
While I'm here...another friend wants to make plans for the weekend you all are in Ontario...do you have any idea as to when you might possibly have some time (hopefully :) for us to come visit? Love you and hope the hives go away SOON!
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