Guest guest Posted May 6, 2009 Report Share Posted May 6, 2009 Heidi in Mass, Thanks for keeping us posted. I'm so glad Barbara is out of the hospital, and on the road to a speedy recovery. Please, let her know she is in my prayers, Tawny > > Good Morning All, > > Hope this finds you having a good day. Barbara is not in the hospital > anymore. I have left her a message, but when I spoke to her, she stated > that at some point she would be going to rehab. > Hopefully she'll call me later today. As soon as I hear from her, I'll post > to the group. > > Heidi in Mass. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Hi Doreen: Thanks so much for your letter today, and being concerned about me. You made me smile! I went from 10 mg. of Pred. then to 7 1/2 mg, then started the 5 mg the other day. That is when my feet and ankles became so stiff and hurting. I was so afraid of falling again. So, I went up to the 7 1/2 mg. a day, and will stay at this dose. My Rheumy said to do this, so I shall. My hands started to swell very badly and very painful also. I hope uping my dose takes this away. I also started doing my needlepoint last week, and I am wondering if this caused it. So hard to know. As you know, since I came home from the hosp. last Oct. my RA has been very quite, no pain or anything. I am very grateful about that. I am feeling good, my new knee is all healed, and I have 2 good legs under me. I swim everyday, doing my knee therapy in the pool, plus I am swimming laps each time I go in. Our pool is about 89 degree's, and just wonderful. Plus, it is a salt water pool. So curative for me. On a personal note, I am doing so much better emotionally. I have stopped that awful crying all the time. I did not think it would ever stop!. You and all the others here were so right. In time I would heal, and feel better each day. I am very happy here living with my son and family. We are 3 generations, and loving it. I am so happy that they wanted me to come and live my life with them. My son said the other night, " Mom, I just want you to live the rest of your life being happy, peaceful, and no more stress. You have been through too much already " . God, he made me cry!!! I go to court on Sept. 8th to get financial support. He has failed to support me with any money since Dec. I am going back home to Mass. to spend time with my daughter and my 2 beautiful babies. They are 2 and 3. I can't wait to get them in my arms. They are such beautiful little girls. I have a wonderful son in law, and I think of him as my son. We love each other so much. I will also see some of my friends while home. I am staying put, and everyone will visit me there. No running around this time. I don't want to fall and spend another 3 months in the hosp.!!! I read today that you lost 5 pounds!!! That is just great, and I know that makes you feel good. I know you aren't feeling good right now, and I feel badly about that. Our lives with RA is a true rollar coaster ride. Not much fun at all. I am praying for you to have many pain free days ahead. You are so very nice Doreen, and I hope you will feel better soon. I know you rest when you can. I also hope when you feel better, that you get in the pool. I know you love the water too. With all this heat and humidity this summer, the water saves us. Have a good day, and take good care of yourself. Love and hugs, Barbara > > > Hi a: When I use water and a little bleach, I also add soap. > > Then I soak in as hot water as I can tolerate. Yes, alcohol sure > > does burn. > > > > I hope they find the cause of your infection, and treat it > > accordingly. Are you still taking anti-biotics? I know some > > infections are hard to clear up, especially on the feet. > > > > I hope you can rest often, and stay off your feet. That is what I > > am doing today. I am very tired, and my feet and ankles are > > hurting. > > > > Take care, and I hope your infection is gone soon. > > > > Hugs, > > Barbara > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 11, 2009 Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Hi to you a: They are a little better. I upped my Pred. to 7 1/2 mg. and I hope that takes care of it. I am so afraid of falling. I also have Neuopathy in both feet from the toes to the ball of my feet. Not a good combination at all. I was happy to read that your foot infection is starting to heal. Yippie!!!! Things take so long to heal with RA. I will be glad when you get your lab. work back, and that they know what is causing this infection. I know you are off your feet, and keep soaking!!! It does feel good. Wishing you pain free days ahead. You have a nice day too. Thanks a. Hugs, Barbara > > Morning Barbara... > > How are you feet and ankles today? My foot looks like its healing > somewhat. Fingers crossed. Hope today is good for you. > > Hugs..a > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 14, 2009 Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 Hey Barbara - have you ever thought about wearing a mask while on the plane? It might look silly and it might not be very comfortable, but I would think it would be worth a couple of hours of the mask to avoid getting sick while visiting. Just a thought.....Doreen > > Yes, I am flying and I hope I don't catch anything. I want to > enjoy my time with my family. > > Have a good evening, and talk soon. > > Hugs, > > Barbara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2009 Report Share Posted December 24, 2009 Thanks Barb. Glad you'll be with your family. My daughter has bronchitis. I had all my shots..flu and swine flu...so I should be okay. But you know our crummy non existent immune system. I'll be bearing gifts..like anti bacterial soap and a face mask. LOL Yes..I agree...No Baldness in 2010. I cut my hair short and spikey one year..and liked it..but my grandaughter said to me. Nana...don't ever get your hair cut like that again. she was about 7 or so at the time. LOL Out of the mouth of kids. Everyone else loved it. I'm afraid if I cut it short...I will really look bald. Have a nice day Barbara...Hugs...a Much love to you a. I am happy to be with my family this year. Yes, we both need a better year in 2010. You to have better health, me to be at peace and happy, and that we both do not go bald. My hair is very, very short like " Twiggy " had. It is the only way I can with my baby fine thin hair. A wig is too much hair for me too, plus it makes my head so hot!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You are posting as a guest. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.