Hi there, well done going into the fire station!! clap Chest pains and other signs of heart attack (which are quite different for women, by the way) are never something to mess with. Even if you 'know' it's the AS, it's best to get it checked.

I am sorry you're having to take the dreaded meds. I tried for two years to go strictly holistic, but sadly, had to make the decision to go with pharmaceuticals when I realized that on top of all the herbal anti-inflammatories, pain killers and other fun things I was doing holistically, I was taking between 12 and 16 extra strength advil every day!! Indomethacin was the first NSAID I was put on. For me it was toxic and evil, but I'm glad it seems to be helping you.

Hugs,

Kat

A life lived in fear is a life half lived.
"Strictly Ballroom"