Hi there and welcome aboard! I have never heard of the pains you describe being associated with this WOL. But I would definitely check this out with your physician! It doesn't sound like something you want to mess around with. Sounds like you are off to a great start with your weight loss! I never lost very quickly in the beginning like some people do but it keeps coming off slow and steady. Colds are really awful, I hope you feel better soon. I had one last month and was taking nyquil and stuff. It may have slowed me down but when you have a cold you just don't really care! Hang in there and congrats on your great start! Cindi