Re: Re: Back to Hosp for me in AM

[Guest guest]

I have never heard of Celebrex leading to diabetes. Prednisone, yes.

I hope that your diabetes does go away, . Mine was not

steroid induced, and it hasn't gone away. I'm glad that I'm able to

control it, though, and I'm probably a lot healthier because I have it.

I'm a member of a great diabetes group if you're interested.

Sue

On Mar 24, 2009, at 2:15 PM, CATHERINE RANIOLO wrote:

> Hello ,

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> Thank you for asking. I am improving. My hematocrit has returned to

> 11...Better than the 7 plus I had. I am in a lot of discomfort

> since I am not allowed even a baby aspirin. They put me on high

> doses of Gampentin to alleviate my pain. It makes my thought process

> fuzzy but i am adjusting.It does not affect my stomach and helps me

> sleep.

> Diabetes is a new challenge. Doctors claim it is celebrex/steroid

> induced. My fantasy is it will go away in time. I am doing quite

> well in managing my blood sugar although the darn lancet is my new

> enemy..... RA treatment is on the back burner until the other

> issues are well controlled.

> Have a nice day.....Cordially,

[Guest guest]

Thank you for your kind words. I am feeling better--- one day at a time.

Has your knee surgery been scheduled? Your recuperation will proceed much more

quickly this time in a loving environment.

Raniolo

From: Barbara <bcreedon@...>

Subject: [ ] Re: Back to Hosp for me in AM

Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2009, 6:30 PM

Hi :

I was happy to read that you are feeling better. You have had it hard

for the last few months. I am also glad you have some good strong meds.

and that it is helping you with your pain. Also good that it makes you

sleep.

I too, wish that the Diabetes is just temporary for you. Wouldn't that

be wonderful!

I do hope you are resting as much as you can each day. God Bless you

, and wishing you pain free days ahead.

Hugs,

Barbara

> > I have been too ill to write but need to respond.

> > Last month. I almost died from internal bleeding and celebrex,

prednisone/

> > induced diabetes. My blood sugar was over 1100,

> > It was a miracle I did not stroke out. Last rights were recommended.

I had

> > many blood transfusions and days of IV,s to flush the sugar out of

my

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> > I did not go to one of the " nice,comfy " hospitals near by.

> > I went to Tampa General. Those on staff were awesome while I was in

cricis.

> > I could not have gotten better care anywhere.

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> > As I recovered the care diminished but I did not mind. They were

catering to

> > many others in cricis.

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> > Barbara I so enjoy you, and wish you well with your knee.

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> > I had a similar . emotional adjustment after 26 years of marriage,

What

> > seemed like a nightmare became a blessing. The transition was

torture. I do

> > believe the worst is over for you. You realize the w----e did not

get a

> > prize package. Reality will enlighten her.

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> > To the group...I understand the desire for NSAID's and steroids.

Please

> > remember there are prices to pay for many.

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> > God Bless....

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> > Raniolo

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[Guest guest]

Thank you. I would be interested in your diabetes group. I have much to learn.

Perhaps celebrex/steroid induced diabetes is a new diagnosis. It was confirmed

by a team of doctors at a teaching hospital.  I have zero knowledge.

Raniolo

> Hello ,

>

> Thank you for asking. I am improving. My hematocrit has returned to

> 11...Better than the 7 plus I had. I am in a lot of discomfort

> since I am not allowed even a baby aspirin. They put me on high

> doses of Gampentin to alleviate my pain. It makes my thought process

> fuzzy but i am adjusting.It does not affect my stomach and helps me

> sleep.

> Diabetes is a new challenge. Doctors claim it is celebrex/steroid

> induced. My fantasy is it will go away in time. I am doing quite

> well in managing my blood sugar although the darn lancet is my new

> enemy..... RA treatment is on the back burner until the other

> issues are well controlled.

> Have a nice day.....Cordially,