Wednesday, 9 August 2006
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| WellNews (from June) Califchief 17:47:37 |
| | BODY OF KNOWLEDGE
Human tears are approximately 0.9% salt.
about 1/3 as salty as seawater.
PHOBIA OF THE WEEK
homichlophobia -- a fear of fog.
BEST MEDICINE
"Is it true Anna's son is seeing a psychiatrist?"
"That's what I heard."
"What's the problem?"
"The psychiatrist says the boy has a profound
Oedipus complex."
"Oepidus-schmoedipus. As long as he loves his mother."
OBSERVATIONS
One out of four people is mentally unbalanced.
Think of your 3 closest friends.
If they seem OK, then you're the one.
MEDTRONICA
http://www.pain.com
A wide-ranging site devoted to the subject of pain,
intended for both patients and professionals.
There is an "Ask The Pain Doctor" section, regularly
updated and a library on pain resources.
... A miser is hard to live with, but makes a fine ancestor.
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| has anyone experienced Jennifer Massey-Howe 17:47:36 |
| | Shaking. there are times where I will just be sitting here and my body will
just start shaking. Its an uncontrolable shake and it starts in my hands
then eventually takes over my whole body. It comea and goes.
Jennifer
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| OTP: Ultrasound / fetus Califchief 17:44:00 |
| | Ultrasound Scans Can Affect Brain Development in
Studies Done With Mice
08-07-2006 6:11 PM
By RANDOLPH E. SCHMID
WASHINGTON -- Exposure to ultrasound can affect
fetal brain development, a new study suggests.
But researchers say the findings, in mice,
should not discourage pregnant women from having
ultrasound scans for medical reasons.
When pregnant mice were exposed to ultrasound, a
small number of nerve cells in the developing
brains of their fetuses failed to extend
correctly in the cerebral cortex.
"Our study in mice does not mean that use of
ultrasound on human fetuses for appropriate
diagnostic and medical purposes should be
abandoned," said lead researcher Pasko Rakic,
chairman of the neurobiology department at Yale
University School of Medicine.
However, he added in a telephone interview, women
should avoid unnecessary ultrasound scans until
more research has been done.
Dr. Joshua Copel, president-elect of the
American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine, said
his organization tries to discourage
"entertainment" ultrasound, but considers
sonograms important when there is a medical
benefit.
"Anytime we're doing an ultrasound we have to
think of risk versus benefit. What clinical
question are we trying to answer," Copel said in
a telephone interview. "It may be very important
to know the exact dating of pregnancy, it's
certainly helpful to know the anatomy of the
fetus, but we shouldn't be holding a transducer
on mom's abdomen for hours and hours and hours."
Rakic's paper said that while the effects of
ultrasound in human brain development are not
yet known, there are disorders thought to be the
result of misplacement of brain cells during
their development.
"These disorders range from mental retardation
and childhood epilepsy to developmental
dyslexia, autism spectrum disorders and
schizophrenia," the researchers said.
Their report is in Tuesday's edition of
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Early ultrasound scans are done to determine the
exact week of the pregnancy and they are also
done later to check for anatomical defects and
other problems.
However, some expectant parents have sought
scans to save as keepsakes even when they were
not medically necessary, a practice the Food and
Drug Administration discourages.
The Institute of Ultrasound Medicine was
particularly concerned last year when it was
announced that actor Tom Cruise had purchased an
ultrasound machine for his pregnant fiancee,
Katie Holmes, so they could do their own
sonograms.
"Purchase of an ultrasound machine for private,
at home use entails inappropriate operation of a
prescription medical device designed for
diagnostic use by a trained medical
professional," the group said in a statement
issued at the time.
Copel, a professor of obstetrics and gynecology
at Yale University School of Medicine, did point
out that there are large differences between
scanning mice and scanning people.
For example, because of their size, the distance
between the scanner and the fetus is larger in
people than mice, which reduces the intensity of
the ultrasound. In addition, he said, the
density of the cranial bones in a human baby is
more than that of a tiny mouse, which further
reduces exposure to the scan.
The paper noted that the developmental period of
these brain cells is much longer in humans than
in mice, so that exposure would be a smaller
percentage of their developmental period.
However, it also pointed out that brain cell
development in people is more complex and there
are more cells developing, which could increase
the chances of some going astray.
In Rakic's study, pregnant mice were exposed to
ultrasound for various amounts of time ranging
from a total exposure of 5 minutes to 420
minutes. After the baby mice were born their
brains were studied and compared with those of
mice whose mothers had not been exposed to
ultrasound.
The study of 335 mice concluded that in those
whose mothers were exposed to a total of 30
minutes or more, "a small but statistically
significant number" of brain cells failed to
grow into their proper position and remained
scattered in incorrect parts of the brain. The
number of affected cells increased with longer
exposures.
The research was funded by the National
Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.
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On the Net:
PNAS: http://www.pnas.org
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| Re: prayer request Harvey R. Stone 17:30:22 |
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"Nann Bell" <hanbellGOGATORS@earthlink.net> wrote in message
news:0001HW.C0FD805C000EECAB12881200@news.east.earthlink.net...> Last week we learned that the man who used to be the priest at our > churches> here has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He left 5 or 6 years ago > to> go to a church down near Detroit, but he and his wife have remained close > to> lots of folks up here. He's only in his early 50s. At least their > children> are grown, but still he's too young. They're seeing the cutting edge > folks> at UofM this week and will be starting chemo pronto.>
Any prayers you can spare for Father Steve would be much appreciated.> -- > Nann
Done and strength to all.
Harv
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| Autoimmune diseases / antioxidants Ironjustice@Aol.Com 11:57:29 |
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the administration of antioxidants is a viable untried alternative for
preventing or ameliorating autoimmune disease
<<snip>>
Oxidatively modified autoantigens in autoimmune diseases.
Kurien BT, Hensley K, Bachmann M, Scofield RH
Free Radic Biol Med. 2006 Aug 15; 41(4): 549-56
Free radical-mediated oxidative damage and consequent protein
modification by the end products of oxidative damage are important
mediators of cell toxicity and disease pathogenesis. Aldehydic
products, mainly the 4-hydroxy-2-alkenals, form adducts with proteins
and make them highly immunogenic. Oxidative modification of proteins
has been shown to elicit antibodies in a variety of diseases including
systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), alcoholic liver disease, diabetes
mellitus (DM), and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Oxidatively modified DNA
(8-oxodeoxyguanine) and low-density lipoproteins (LDL) occur in SLE, a
disease in which premature atherosclerosis is a serious problem. In
addition, immunization with 4-hydroxy-2-nonenal (HNE)-modified 60-kDa
Ro autoantigen elicits an accelerated epitope spreading in an animal
model of SLE. Advanced glycation end product (AGE) pentosidine and
AGE-modified IgG have been shown to correlate with RA disease activity.
Oxidatively modified glutamic acid decarboxylase is important in type 1
DM, while autoantibodies against oxidized LDL are prevalent in Behcet's
disease. The fragmentation of scleroderma-specific autoantigens occurs
as a result of oxidative modification and is thought to be responsible
for the production of autoantibodies through the release of cryptic
epitopes. In the face of overwhelming evidence for the involvement of
oxidative damage in autoimmunity the administration of antioxidants is
a viable untried alternative for preventing or ameliorating autoimmune
disease, although results in cardiovascular disease are disappointing.
Who loves ya.
Tom
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| Rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus / oxidative stress Ironjustice@Aol.Com 11:30:00 |
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CONCLUSION: RA and SLE patients have HIGH levels of prooxidants (MDA
and NO) whereas their antioxidant enzymes (SOD and GPO) activity was
LOW.
<<snip>>
[Pro- and antioxidant blood system in patients with rheumatoid
arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus]
Ter Arkh. 2006; 78(6): 10-4
AIM: To estimate the levels of prooxidants (malonic dialdehyde-MDA and
nitric oxide-NO), Zn, activity of antioxidant enzymes (superoxide
dismutase--SOD and glutathione peroxidase--GPO) in the blood of
patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus
erythematosus (SLE). MATERIAL AND METHODS: Pro- and antioxidant system
was assessed in 45 RA patients and 32 SLE patients by content of MDA
estimated by reaction with thiobarbituric acid, NO (Boehringer Manheim
kits, Germany), Zn (Unicam SP 190/191, Great Britain), activity of SOD
and GPO (kits Ransod, Ransel; Randox, Great Britain). RA activity was
evaluated by DAS index, SLE--by SLEDAI. RESULTS: MDA and NO
concentrations were found elevated while SOD and GPO activity low in RA
and SLE. The level of Zn was subnormal in RA. The activity of RA and
SLE did not influence the above indices significantly. CONCLUSION: RA
and SLE patients have high levels of prooxidants (MDA and NO) whereas
their antioxidant enzymes (SOD and GPO) activity was low. This may
promote oxidant stress.
Who loves ya.
Tom
Jesus Was A Vegetarian!
http://jesuswasavegetarian.7h.com
Man Is A Herbivore!
http://tinyurl.com/a3cc3
DEAD PEOPLE WALKING
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| Hip surgery Califchief 08:11:31 |
| | Thanks to a new, minimally invasive procedure and a
technologically advanced surgical table for hip
replacement now available at Grossmont Hospital, people
suffering with arthritis, hip pain and stiffness can opt
for surgery that results in less pain and a speedier
recovery than from traditional hip replacement.
The anterior approach, as it is known, allows the surgeon
to reach the hip joint from the from of the hip, opposed
to the lateral (side) and posterior (back) approach. This
way, the hip can be replaced without detachment of muscle
or tendon from the pelvis or femur during surgery, a
luxary made possible by a specialized table.
Besides less muscle trauma, other benefits of the anterior
approach include a small incision - 3 to 4 inches - along
with faster recovery, reduced pain, and more rapid return
to normal activities. Additionally, there is a decrease
in the risk of dislocation and leg length discrepancy, 2
complicatios of great concern to all orthopaedic surgeons
using the posterior approach.
Grossmont Hospital began the anterior approach in December
and the results have been very positive. "We're seen
remarkable outcomes and satisfaction from patients who
have had the procedure, saind orthopaedic surgeon Peter
Hanson, M.D., who performed the 1st procedure. "One of my
patients took me fishing on her boat in less than 2 weeks.
When we help patients get back on their feet and to their
regular routine as quickly as possible, it's a good thing."
Clinicians are also singing the procedure's praises.
"Therapists and nurses are very happy with it, as there are
no "hip precautions" or abductor pillows. These are
physical limitations placed on patients to prevent hip
dislocations with the posterior approach, but they make it
harder for the patient to obtain independence."
Dr. Hanson performed the procedure using the Hana Hip and
Knee Arthroplasty Table, a surgical table designed
exclusively for hip and knee replacement.
Larry Bryan, a Grossmont patient, is a walking billboard
for the new procedure. He is a semi-retired truck driver
who keeps active with his family, gardening and dogs. He
had traditional hip replacement in October, then underwent
the anterior approach for his other hip in December. "The
difference in pain and recovery was like night and day for
me," Bryan said. "After my 2nd surgery, I was walking
sooner and back to driving my truck within 4 weeks."
... WANTED: Meaningful overnight relationship.
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| Looking for a specialist in systemic sarcoidosis Paul Chinaski 04:34:49 |
| | My grown son has systemic sarcoidosis, with gastric and joint
involvement, and now perhaps also neural involvement. He did have some
past lung involvement but none currently. The sarcoidosis specialists
seem to focus on pulmonary sarcoidosis and are at a loss when it comes
to the broader picture. Does anyone know of a specialist in systemic
sarcoidosis anywhere in the Mid-Atlantic states? (We are in New
Jersey.) Should we try the Mayo Clinic? Even their web site seems to
treat sarcoidosis as only a lung disease. Thanks for any advice.
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| OTP: EUREKA! Califchief 02:19:15 |
| | VERBATIM
Biologically speaking, if something bites you,
it's more likely to be female.
THERE'S A WORD FOR IT
Regio facialis - the technical name for the human face.
SURELY YOU'RE JOKING
Why didn't the dendrochronologist get married?
All he ever dated was trees.
... Could Basil make thyme with Rosemary?
___ Blue Wave/QWK v2.12
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Tuesday, 8 August 2006
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| Living With Disabilities Califchief 23:28:00 |
| | Measure would affect disabled travel
Allan Appel
April 11, 2006
The U.S. Department of Transportation has proposed
rules that would make the skies very unfriendly for
disabled people traveling with service animals.
DOT proposes that the Air Carrier Access Act allow
airlines 3 options if a service dog is too big to
sit in the small amount of space directly in front
of the owner's seat.
The 3 options are: charging the disabled person for
an extra ticket; putting the dog in the cargo hold;
and making the passenger wait for a later flight.
All 3 of these alternatives are outrageous and
unacceptable.
Charging the passenger for a second seat would
disenfranchise many disabled people unable to pay
for 2 fares.
Shipping the dog in the cargo hold is fraught with
danger for the animal. Last June, the first month
airlines had to keep stastic on pets, four animals
died, five were injured, and one was lost. Thus,
separating the service animal from the disabled
passenger threatens the person's independence.
Making the team wait for a later flight makes no
sense either. First, the same crowded conditions
may exist on other flights. And the disabled person
may be forced to miss connections or their scheduled
pick-ups or appointments at the their destination.
The current airline practice provides for an empty
seat where space is available or asking a volunteer
to shatre leg space with the service dog. This
policy has served the airlines and public well. It
imposes no financial burden on either the airline of
the disabled passenger. And it happens to implement
the very spirit of the Air Carrier Access Act.
Service animals may include guide dogs for the
visually impaired. Service dogs also help people
who are deaf or otherwise have low hearing capacity
and may assist people with difficulty maintaining
balance or warn of an impeding seizure or other
unanticipated event.
This new measure, first proposed in November 2004,
may go into effect as early as this summer. Contact
your local congressman and senators to urge DOT to
withdraw this proposed rule immediately.
Thousands of disabled people who travel with
service animals are depending on our support.
Allan Appel
P.O. Box 9009
Stuart, FL 34994
... Men snore to protect their women from wild animals.
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| Thank you... Cindy 22:18:19 |
| | I recieved a card in the mail today...Addressed to Me and Mike...I
thought...Oh good another holiday card that is late...I still enjoy getting
them...
But no...It was a happy Anniversary Card from Squirrely...
Such a nice surprise as I didn't know anyone here knew about my
anniversary...But Mike and I have been married 30 years...I guess it is like
Mike says..Life without parole....
Love you loads Squirrely...Thanks for making my day...
Hugs Cindy
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| Prayers for Melinda PattyDFX1 20:04:53 |
| | Dear Friends...
It's been a long time since I've been here and I've missed you all!
I promise to try and update/post later on, today.
For the moment, and, so much more important, I'm posting at
Melinda's request. Sadly, she wanted to let her friends know that her
Mom died, early this morning. I know how sad she is and how difficult
these next days/weeks will be for her. Besides her Mom being so sick,
she's been in the midst of helping her daughter move and a bunch of
other things. Our Melinda, as always, is busy taking care of others.
I wish we could be there to help take care of her, right now. Since
we can't, I hope that ASA's strength, prayers, vibes, spells, positive
thoughts, etc., will help her through what lies ahead. Please hold
Melinda and her family in your thoughts and hearts. Hopefully, she'll
feel our arms around her and find some peace and comfort, from friends
who love her.
God bless you and yours, Melinda. Sending prayers for strength,
peace, ease, comfort and better days. I'm here, and, I love you!
Patty
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| OTP: prayer request Nann Bell 19:28:21 |
| | Last week we learned that the man who used to be the priest at our churches
here has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. He left 5 or 6 years ago to
go to a church down near Detroit, but he and his wife have remained close to
lots of folks up here. He's only in his early 50s. At least their children
are grown, but still he's too young. They're seeing the cutting edge folks
at UofM this week and will be starting chemo pronto.
Any prayers you can spare for Father Steve would be much appreciated.
--
Nann
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Simply the thing I am shall make me live --- William Shakespeare
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| Thanks to all Dadand1 08:45:56 |
| | I wish to thank all those who extended their support during my little bout
with the docs and the knife. I also wish to thank all who have sent me
Christmas cards this year from the group.
Hope you all have a great and pain-free holidays.
GaryZ (looking more like Santa every year!)
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| OTP: 18 years ago today ----- Nann Bell 07:42:20 |
| | Mike and I met for the first time! We agreed today that we are very glad we
did!
(we only remember the date because it was the day before 8/8/88 and that was
a one topic of discussion around that tableful of mutual friends that
evening)
We are now in the busiest part of the summer here. It's like everyone is
realizing that we don't have much more warm weather left, so we have to get
everything done NOW! It still feels strange to me, being accustomed to
August being the month everyone took off for cooler climes when I lived down
south! LOL Anyway, we're so busy, I'm not posting much, but am reading and
keeping everyone in my thoughts.
--
Nann
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Simply the thing I am shall make me live --- William Shakespeare
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| otp: Golf courses, houses and golf balls Kelly 07:42:18 |
| | okay - need information off topic. The house I love that fits our needs has
a Greg Norman Golf Course and development being built right behind it. Of
course just my luck it is not houses etc right behind the house but a golf
hole. I can't tell from the map how much green space behind the fence there
will be but it is horizontal with the fenceline. My brother thinks this is
probably a good reason to stay away from this house. I am really torn, the
house the yard etc is perfect for our needs and will most likely appreciate
in value. Does anyone here live on a golf course and what is your
experience. We have quite a tree line on the back of the property and the
course will have a tree line as well but not sure if that is enough.
This group has such a wealth of information. Our house has a solid offer on
it and we will most likely have to be out of here by October 31st (it was
october 2 but no way we could buy and move before then especially since
their subject to's were dated September 15th.)
Thanks for any help. Like I really need one more thing right now but it is
exciting.
Kelly
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| Is This Normal With a Gout Attack? Alvinstraight38@Hotmail.Com 01:48:05 |
| | I have been dealing with my first gout attack since last Tuesday, and
there are no signs of improvement. Although I have not been officially
diagnosed through testing, my doctor was certain that it was gout, and
I have all the classic signs.
The frustrating thing is my foot seems to be improving one part of the
day, then starts swelling up bad again. Some times, I can walk almost
pain free, then other times, I can barely put pressure on it.
I've been taking a lot of Advil, rest, hot baths, and started on
cherries and cherry drink tonite. It swelled up again, and is back to
being red and shiny on the big toe joint. Is it normal to have this up
and down effect with an attack, or should I be progressively getting
better?
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| Calcium/caffine/osteo Califchief 00:55:00 |
| | FOCUS ON NUTRITION
Ed Blonz, Ph.D.,
nutritional scientist
Q: I have been told that coffee (caffeine) absorbs
calcium, and that it can even absorb calcium out of
bones. Is that true? And if so, does adding milk
or half-and-half to coffee give the caffeine calcium
to absorb and keep it from absorbing calcium from
elsewhere?
A: Not every coffee drinker will get osteoporosis,
but coffee, and the caffeine it contains, can have a
negative effect on the bones.
The risk apppears to be present only with higher
intakes of caffeine, and it looks as though having
sufficient calcium in the daily diet might overwhelm
the negative effect.
Caffeine doesn't absorb or pull calcium out of the
digestive tract, but is has diuretic properties that
can bring about the loss of nutrients, including
calcium and magnesium, through the urine.
One study in the American Journal of Clinical
Nutrition found that women who drink coffee during
their post-menopausal years need to pay particular
attention to the level of calcium in their diets.
The analysis found a link between an excessive
intake of caffeine and an increased rate of bone
loss. "Excessive caffeine" in this study was more
than 450 milligrams of caffeine per day.
The amount of caffeine in coffee can vary according
to the type of bean and the way it is brewed, but we
will consider an average about to be 100 milligrams
of caffeine in a 5-ounce cup of drip-brewed coffee.
Interestingly, this study found that the caffeine
effect was not present in women whose diet contained
at least 800 millgrams of calcium per day.
A subsequent study in the American Journal of
Clinical Nutrition reaffirmed a link between caffeine
and calcium loss. Researchers found that caffeine
intakes greater than 300 milligrams per day could
accelerate bone loss in elder women, but this study
found it to be true only in women who had a particular
genetic disposition relating to how their bodies
handled vitamin D.
These are highlights, and all the answers are not
in, but we do know that the bones reflect our mineral
nutrition throughout life. Caffeine can have an
effect, but it does not appear to be significant
if you keep your intake within reasonable bounds.
Even more important is the concept that the effect
from caffeine will be blunted if you give the body
the calcium it needs -- which is something you
should be doing anyway.
Aside from diet, physical activity plays a "use
it or lose it" role with the bones. Weight-
bearing exercises such as walking, jogging or
aerobics can help strenghten the bones, no
matter at what age these activities are begun.
Other nutrients, such as magnesium vitamins A,
B-6 and d, phosphorous, and flouride are needed
for calcium absorption and healthy bones. It's
also important to avoid having too much dietary
protien. The excess tends to increase the amount
of calcium the body releases.
... Laughing stock: A herd of cows with ticklish teats.
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Monday, 7 August 2006
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| A better day Kelly 19:53:17 |
| | Okay - time to include the good as well as my whine. Yesterday I spent most
of the day lounging in bed - actually didn't get out of bed and out of pj's
except to get meds until about 12:00 and was back in pj's reading in bed by
7:00. Felt great this morning except for the stiffness. Of course the
fatique is still there - darn RA fatique but the spirit felt better. 3 good
books in a row helped.
This morning I stayed in bed until about 11:00 reading until I got a call
from the realtor selling our house. We have an offer coming any minute - of
course Pat is away until the 15th but he is waiting by a fax machine. Bit
scary. People keep coming up with reasons the house I have chosen isn't a
great one - my brother says it would be okay if I don't mind having golf
balls hit the house. One of the holes on the development they are building
behind the house is behind the house - not sure how much of a green space
between the house and the hole and what will be in that green space. hard
to tell the scale on the map.
Anyhow the good things - I can drive again although have to pick my times in
the day. That is good. The scooter is helping my mobility. That is good.
Pat (my husband) is being incredibly supportive of all of this RA and neuro
garbage and has been selling off stocks etc. to fund all this ($50,000 and
raising quickly). My RD and his nurse practitioner and my general
practitioner are incedible as is my pt and my pharmacist. What would I do
without this team! have to include the urologist with that. those are
good. I am having less drowsiness with the neurological drugs than I was -
good again. And I have an incredible support group - so again good.
So despite all the tough times things are better. sometimes I need to slow
down and smell the flowers so to speak. Thanks everyone. I appreciate the
support and sure am glad everyone here can hear the stuff behind the whine
or facts or whatever. Sometimes it is hard to tell the difference when you
are close to something.
Kelly
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| Exhausted! AggieO 10:02:35 |
| | Am I crazy but is this exhaustion I feel from the arthritis or am I just
imagining it? I had a very stressful day several days ago and now I feel my
body has been done in...does stress effect arthritis? Any feedback will be
helpful.
Thanks
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| OTP: Other uses for tea Califchief 05:11:00 |
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I am a big fan of hot tea, and I have learned that
those little tea bags have all sorts of wonderful
uses.
? As an odor preventer: Put your used tea bags in
a small bowl in your refrigerator. They will
absorb strong smells like garlic and onions,
much as baking soda does.
? As a puffy-eye helper: Put used tea bags in the
freezer until they are almost solid. Then place
them on your eyes. The coolness and the soothing
properties of the tea make your eyes look and
feel a lot better.
? There are many fragrant kinds of tea available now
that work wonderfully as sachets. You can tuck
tea bags in the corners of your dresser drawers,
under the car seat or in a decorative bowl on the
kitchen counter. Loose tea works well, too, when
poured into a small muslin bag. Just remember,
tea does stain, so don't let your sachets get wet.
- Heloise
... A cat's purr is the rumble of peace in the animal kingdom.
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| new to group Theresa.com 01:39:25 |
| | hi, my name is Theresa, im 39 years old and was born with
arthrogryposis.
~Theresa
www.hometown.aol.com/terry2745/index.html
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| I'm back Xarlos - the xrazy fish - Fishbro 01:01:00 |
| | Dear friends ~
I haven't been around in a while. Since I've been gone there have
been over 16,000 messages here!
It's been kind of rough. Some of y'all may remember that I had both
of my hips replaced and both knees 'scoped earlier this year. The
first one went fine. The second one was a different story. I feel
like I am still getting over that.
Now the doc wants to shoot my back up with steroids (I'm putting this
off for fear of it becoming a regular thing).
I'll lurk for a while before joining into conversations.
But I just wanted to wish everyone here Happy Holidays.
Take care.
X
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