Again, I have been told I am not to exercise

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I went back today and though my blood pressure was only 148/88 I was told to not exercise. The Pendleton Center said my symptoms need to be seen by a doctor. So I have a doctors appointment next week. I need a note from her saying it is safe for me to exercise. Their decision was based on multiple things. My fatigue and just walking across the room I was out of breath even though I was on oxygen. I have joint pains and my ankles are now swelling. I have terrible weakness and when I try to hold something my hands shake terribly and I drop what I am holding. I am too weak to hold it. She asked me a lot of questions and I answered. She said it may just be my blood sugar but when she took it it wasn't out of line. Anyway, they want me to see a doctor. I can't imagine what it might be! But, I need a note and I'm a bit confused and scared...I take a diaretic and still my ankles are swelling. Joyce R AZ birds

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Joyce -

Take it one day at a time. I have been through bouts like this. You need to

know what is going on and how to set it straight. I have taken as long as 6

months to get numbers back where they need to be. If it isn't one thing it is

another. Between the diabetes, cholesterol, triglycerides and blood pressure it

can be a real merry-go-round. I have to watch my salt intake like a hawk!!

They just want you to be able to benefit from the exercise and that may mean

nailing down some other problems. You will get there. Just work it on out!!

We are with you on this. Persevere!

Stefani 61 year old Utahn

ILD 2/2006, NSIP (fibrotic) 10/2009, Diabetes II 2/2006, Sleep Apnea 4/2009

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> I went back today and though my blood pressure was only 148/88 I was told

> to not exercise. The Pendleton Center said my symptoms need to be seen by a

> doctor. So I have a doctors appointment next week. I need a note from her

> saying it is safe for me to exercise. Their decision was based on multiple

> things. My fatigue and just walking across the room I was out of breath even

> though I was on oxygen. I have joint pains and my ankles are now swelling.

> I have terrible weakness and when I try to hold something my hands shake

> terribly and I drop what I am holding. I am too weak to hold it. She asked

> me a lot of questions and I answered. She said it may just be my blood sugar

> but when she took it it wasn't out of line. Anyway, they want me to see a

> doctor. I can't imagine what it might be! But, I need a note and I'm a bit

> confused and scared...I take a diaretic and still my ankles are swelling.

> Joyce R AZ birds

>

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Joyce,

I'm so glad you are going to the doctor Joyce. Clearly something is going on....I would not venture any kind of guess but for your own sake you need to be seen so someone can get a handle on this and help you! I know it's frustrating not to be able to exercise but believe me they are refusing you for your own safety.

Please be kind and patient with yourself. You are going through alot. Make this "Be nice to Joyce Week"!

Beth

Moderator

Fibrotic NSIP 06/06 Dermatomyositis 11/08

To: Breathe-support Sent: Thu, December 10, 2009 10:22:45 PMSubject: Again, I have been told I am not to exercise

I went back today and though my blood pressure was only 148/88 I was told to not exercise. The Pendleton Center said my symptoms need to be seen by a doctor. So I have a doctors appointment next week. I need a note from her saying it is safe for me to exercise. Their decision was based on multiple things. My fatigue and just walking across the room I was out of breath even though I was on oxygen. I have joint pains and my ankles are now swelling. I have terrible weakness and when I try to hold something my hands shake terribly and I drop what I am holding. I am too weak to hold it. She asked me a lot of questions and I answered. She said it may just be my blood sugar but when she took it it wasn't out of line. Anyway, they want me to see a doctor. I can't imagine what it might be! But, I need a note and I'm a bit confused and scared...I take a diaretic and still my ankles are swelling. Joyce R AZ

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Rudy Joyce

i am really eager to hear what the doctor says

stay well

i know you need to take care of the puppies -- even the old puppies

but if you have to go to the ER, then go

i am worried about you

Pink Joyce R (IPF 3/06) IFA 5/09 Pennsylvania

Donate Life Listed 1/09 Inactive 4/09

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Subject: Again, I have been told I am not to exerciseTo: Breathe-support Date: Thursday, December 10, 2009, 10:22 PM

I went back today and though my blood pressure was only 148/88 I was told to not exercise. The Pendleton Center said my symptoms need to be seen by a doctor. So I have a doctors appointment next week. I need a note from her saying it is safe for me to exercise. Their decision was based on multiple things. My fatigue and just walking across the room I was out of breath even though I was on oxygen. I have joint pains and my ankles are now swelling. I have terrible weakness and when I try to hold something my hands shake terribly and I drop what I am holding. I am too weak to hold it. She asked me a lot of questions and I answered. She said it may just be my blood sugar but when she took it it wasn't out of line. Anyway, they want me to see a doctor. I can't imagine what it might be! But, I need a note and I'm a bit confused and scared...I take a diaretic and still my ankles are swelling. Joyce R AZ

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