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Mike,
From what I've heard, read and understand, MOST prescription drugs do have side effects and sometimes dangerous consequences. For example, Celebrex (celecoxib) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory... not saying you took it, just pointing out that you can google up nearly all over-the-counter and prescription drugs to learn what the reported damage and side effects.

Just as an example, here's a long list of potential side effects:
http://www.drugs.com/sfx/celebrex-side-effects.html

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Celebrex:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; trouble breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody or black, tarry stools; change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; confusion; dark urine; depression; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; hearing loss; mental or mood changes; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; ringing in the ears; seizures; severe headache or dizziness; severe or persistent stomach pain or nausea; severe vomiting; shortness of breath; sudden or unexplained weight gain; swelling of hands, legs, or feet; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual joint or muscle pain; unusual tiredness or weakness; vision or speech changes; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Personally, I stir away from any kind of drugs and try to find the most natural and "organic" solutions possible to nurish my body and stay healthy. We aren't robots or machines, but living organisms that God designed to work within certain constraints, which is quit amazing in itself how well it can all work if the body is given the chance.

I'd say you're probably one step closer to the truth now, and with all of our prayers, something good is bound to happen!

Hang in there!
Michael