[TMIC] Fwd: HOLIDAYS HOLLY IN OUR HEART!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
**Life should be easier. So should your homepage. Try the NEW AOL.com. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpicid=aolcom40vanityncid=emlcntaolcom0002) ---BeginMessage--- ITS THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN FAMILIES,FRIENDS AND LOVE SOME ARE SO FORTUNATE OTHERS ARE NOT!! ITS A TIME FOR BEING THANKFUL FOR WHAT WE HAVE SOME FAMILIES ARE SCATTERED SOME THERE IS JUST HUSBAND AND WIFE MAKE THE BEST OF WHAT YOU HAVE THE LORD WILL DO THE REST NO MATTER WHAT RELIGION WE ALL DESERVE THE BEST THIS TIME OF THE YEAR IS MY FAVORITE THE DECORATIONS,CHILDREN SO EXCITED THE EGG NOG AND THE MISTLE TOE!!! DO NOT FORGET THE REAL MEANING THOUGH JUST A FRIENDLY SMILE A HELLO AND TO PEOPLE WE DO NOT KNOW IT MEANS THE WORLD TO THEM AS YOU SHOULD KNOW!!! ITS SO MUCH BETTER TO GIVE THAN RECEIVE I HAVE EVERYTHING I NEED FAMILY GREAT FRIENDS THIS TM LIST MEANS SO MUCH TO ME!! I AM TRULY BLESSED I PRAY YOU ARE TOO I HAVE HOLLY IN MY HEART THATS BECAUSE OF YOU HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!! FROM THIS TMER TO YOU I HOPE THE NEW YEAR WILL BE BETTER FOR ALL OF YOU!!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS WITH LOVE TIAD PAM **Life should be easier. So should your homepage. Try the NEW AOL.com. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpicid=aolcom40vanityncid=emlcntaolcom0002) ---End Message---
Re: [TMIC] REFLECTIONS
Ms. Pam, That is so true. I forget so many important things and it is not me...it is because of the medications that I take. I hate it. Prayers work, Jude In a message dated 12/2/2008 11:26:50 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: It's hard to do thinking/mind games when the meds make it to hard to focus... so off all meds for now figured the pain it not so bad as all the side effects.. -- Original message from Jan Hargrove [EMAIL PROTECTED]: -- The memory thing will get better, but you need to be doing things that help, i.e. crossword puzzles, suduko(sp?), etc.after saying that, I'll also say that things get better,slowly but surely. Keep a positive attitude and laugh alot!! I was 57 when tm came to live with me 12½ years ago...I went from paralyzed at the t8 to one of the walking wounded. It takes lots of work, but with a positive attitude and laughter, you can make life better!! It helps that my hubby is upbeat and there for me (not the way he plannrd his retirement years), and a natural clown.,, we've laughed at many of my misadventures thru this new way of life...I've always thought that the idea if we don't laugh at ourselves, we'll be crying fit into my plan of attack. janh in OK --- On Tue, 12/2/08, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [TMIC] REFLECTIONS To: tmic-list@eskimo.com Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2008, 7:13 AM Thanks, Kim, for sharing this. I was so touched by the words that I forwarded it to my family and friends. Maybe they can understand a little bit better what TMers go thru. TM hit me on May 4, 2008. With the meds I'm on the time passage thing seems even more rapid than pre-TM. The memory issues are much worse now as are the physical issues. I feel like I'm 84 years instead of 54 years! I know that there are folks out there who are worse off than I am. It's hard not to feel sorry for yourself when you're in this condition. I'm sure everyone knows about that. Anyway thanks again for sharing. Life should be easier. So should your homepage. _Try the NEW AOL.com_ (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpicid=aolcom40vanityncid=emlcntaolcom0002) . **Life should be easier. So should your homepage. Try the NEW AOL.com. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpicid=aolcom40vanityncid=emlcntaolcom0002)
[TMIC] House
Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentionedeven though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey
Re: [TMIC] House
Saw that!!! -- Original message from "Robert Pall" [EMAIL PROTECTED]: -- Once again on "House" last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey
RE: [TMIC] House
Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PM To: tmic Subject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned..even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey
Re: [TMIC] House
HousePatti in Wisconsin That was our friend Grace in the Mystery Diagnosis. Heather in Calgary - Original Message - From: Patricia Cooley To: 'Robert Pall' ; 'tmic' Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 11:57 AM Subject: RE: [TMIC] House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PM To: tmic Subject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned..even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey
[TMIC] memory, cognitive function, helps
I have memory loss along with cognitive dysfunction. It is better since I am currently able to be on much lower doses of my meds. (I am not anti-meds and will go back up when I must) The suggestion on group about doing crossword puzzles, etc. is excellent. My neuro told me that years ago. It's good to keep those brain cells working! I also have a really bad time with MS fatigue. My neuro has given me Ritalin to help with that fatigue and it helps me focus mentally. love you all Sharon
Re: [TMIC] Too Cold
In response to: like acid on my skin These words are excite as it really feels. Todd in CC, TX Todd, those were the exact words I've used, also! The 'band' around my chest is like a piece of metal being squeezed tighter and tighter. I do have to say the new meds have really helped and the pain has decreased tremendously, thank God!! Jeanne in Dayton
[TMIC] RE: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #477
Patti, I have it up on YouTube. It's Grace, who posts on this site. It's in 3 parts. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QFmF6Bh1gg http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1wdFSx_LOw http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KA-tDVzp5QI --Forwarded Message Attachment-- Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:57:59 -0600 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: RE: [TMIC] House House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PM To: tmic Subject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey --Forwarded Message Attachment-- Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:21:21 -0700 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; tmic-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [TMIC] House House Patti in Wisconsin That was our friend Grace in the Mystery Diagnosis. Heather in Calgary - Original Message - From: Patricia Cooley To: 'Robert Pall' ; 'tmic' Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 11:57 AM Subject: RE: [TMIC] House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PM To: tmic Subject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey _
Re: [TMIC] memory, cognitive function, helps
In response to: I have memory loss along with cognitive dysfunction. It is better since I am currently able to be on much lower doses of my meds. (I am not anti-meds and will go back up when I must) The suggestion on group about doing crossword puzzles, etc. is excellent. My neuro told me that years ago. It's good to keep those brain cells working! I also have a really bad time with MS fatigue. My neuro has given me Ritalin to help with that fatigue and it helps me focus mentally. love you all Sharon Oh, Sharon, don't you just wish we all could find that one 'magic pill' that would help all of us TM'ers instead of something different for every single one of us?? ...and we love you, too Jeanne
[TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer for drop foot
I saw a friend that had a light brake in his ankle wearing a adjustable ankle stabilizer that he got from Wal-Mart for about $12. I got one, it can be warn on the left or right ankle. It has really helped with my drop foot around the house. I want to be able to where all night long ( I started at 4 pm ), but my foot burned so bad that at 1 am, I had to take it off. There is a smaller one that might be better with shoes for $8. Has anyone else tried this if so, how did it work for you? Hope everyone is having a BETTER day, Todd in CC, TX
Re: [TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer for drop foot
In response to: I saw a friend that had a light brake in his ankle wearing a adjustable ankle stabilizer that he got from Wal-Mart for about $12. I got one, it can be warn on the left or right ankle. It has really helped with my drop foot around the house. I want to be able to where all night long ( I started at 4 pm ), but my foot burned so bad that at 1 am, I had to take it off. There is a smaller one that might be better with shoes for $8. Has anyone else tried this if so, how did it work for you? Hope everyone is having a BETTER day, Todd in CC, TX What is this, Todd? Jeanne
Re: [TMIC] Too Cold
Hi, Randy, I've been taking Lyrica and Lexapro for quite awhile but just changed over to Cymbalta from the Lexapro and added Tramadol for pain and I can't tell you how much I've improved! I experimented with the timing on taking the Tramadol and only take two a day. You can take 1-2 up to 4 times a day (800mg total) and I'm only taking 1 in the AM and 1 at noon. The Cymbalta is an antidepressant but also seems to help with pain so that is why we changed over to that from the Lexapro. Gosh, I sure wish it could help someone else... Jeanne
Re: [TMIC] House
*Hi Patti, * *Marieke and Heather are right. That was me on the Discovery Channel. Recurrent LETM (Longitudinal Extensive Transverse Myelitis) is one of the symptoms of Devic's. It's pretty wicked. * *Gracie*
Re: [TMIC] Too Cold
Randy, Like Jeanne, I take Cymbalta and tramadol which does seem to help the pain. I have yet to find anything to completely wipe out the pain only things that make it tolliable. I also wear a TENS machine on my back. I seem to have the worst pain during the cold, too hot, and humidity above 70% - the barometric pressure changes really do me in. Candy K. - Original Message - From: jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: rj rankin [EMAIL PROTECTED], TMIC tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, December 4, 2008 4:25:17 AM (GMT-0500) America/New_York Subject: Re: [TMIC] Too Cold Hi, Randy, I've been taking Lyrica and Lexapro for quite awhile but just changed over to Cymbalta from the Lexapro and added Tramadol for pain and I can't tell you how much I've improved! I experimented with the timing on taking the Tramadol and only take two a day. You can take 1-2 up to 4 times a day (800mg total) and I'm only taking 1 in the AM and 1 at noon. The Cymbalta is an antidepressant but also seems to help with pain so that is why we changed over to that from the Lexapro. Gosh, I sure wish it could help someone else... Jeanne
Re: [TMIC] House
Yes Grace, you're our own celebrity! we'll keep your 15 minutes of fame going for quite a while. Hope you're doing better! Mindy the Artist On Dec 3, 2008, at 7:11 PM, Grace M. wrote: Hi Patti, Marieke and Heather are right. That was me on the Discovery Channel. Recurrent LETM (Longitudinal Extensive Transverse Myelitis) is one of the symptoms of Devic's. It's pretty wicked. Gracie
Re: [TMIC] House
Do you think there is a possibility of purchasing a copy of the video tape? I missed the show and would really like to see my dear friend's television debut. Jude In a message dated 12/3/2008 2:22:14 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Patti in Wisconsin That was our friend Grace in the Mystery Diagnosis. Heather in Calgary - Original Message - From: _Patricia Cooley_ (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) To: _'Robert Pall'_ (mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]) ; _'tmic'_ (mailto:tmic-list@eskimo.com) Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 11:57 AM Subject: RE: [TMIC] House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PM To: tmic Subject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey **Make your life easier with all your friends, email, and favorite sites in one place. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpicid=aolcom40vanityncid=emlcntaolcom0010)
Re: [TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer for drop foot
I was fitted with a "custom made" AFO in 04 at the rehab hospital for drop foot... really helped but problem is I can't take anything (no socks, shoes, blankets) ect on my feet (yes winter is a real buggar let me tell you) but so the AFO does help alot if you have insurance they will pay for it. -- Original message from "jrushton" [EMAIL PROTECTED]: -- In response to: I saw a friend that had a light brake in his ankle wearing a adjustable ankle stabilizer that he got from Wal-Mart for about $12. I got one, it can be warn on the left or right ankle. It has really helped with my drop foot around the house. I want to be able to where all night long ( I started at 4 pm ), but my foot burned so bad that at 1 am, I had to take it off. There is a smaller one that might be better with shoes for $8. Has anyone else tried this if so, how did it work for you? Hope everyone is having aBETTER day, Todd in CC, TX What is this, Todd? Jeanne
[TMIC] RE: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #478
Jeanne, when I was the hospital I had a band around my waist like a steel band. After some time out of the hospital and for many years it has been a band of pain. No medication relieved it. It was especially bad when i laid on my back. Ken in N.M. Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:18:58 -0800From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #478To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message Attachment--tmic-digest Digest Volume 2008 : Issue 478 Today's Topics: [TMIC] memory, cognitive function, h [ Sharon M [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Too Cold [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] [TMIC] RE: tmic-digest Digest V2008 [ marieke dufresne [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] memory, cognitive functio [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] [TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer f [ Todd Tarno [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabiliz [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Too Cold [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] House [ Grace M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Too Cold [ CANDIS KALLEY [EMAIL PROTECTED] ]--Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:34:07 -0800From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [TMIC] memory, cognitive function, helps I have memory loss along with cognitive dysfunction. It is better since I am currently able to be on much lower doses of my meds. (I am not anti-meds and will go back up when I must)The suggestion on group about doing crossword puzzles, etc. is excellent. My neuro told me that years ago. It's good to keep those brain cells working!I also have a really bad time with MS fatigue. My neuro has given me Ritalin to help with that fatigue and it helps me focus mentally.love you allSharon--Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:36:32 -0600From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Re: [TMIC] Too Cold In response to: like acid on my skin These words are excite as it really feels. Todd in CC, TX Todd, those were the exact words I've used, also! The 'band' around my chest is like a piece of metal being squeezed tighter and tighter. I do have to say the new meds have really helped and the pain has decreased tremendously, thank God!! Jeanne in Dayton--Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:39:57 +From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [TMIC] RE: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #477 Patti, I have it up on YouTube. It's Grace, who posts on this site. It's in 3 parts.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QFmF6Bh1gghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1wdFSx_LOwhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KA-tDVzp5QI --Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:57:59 -0600From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: RE: [TMIC] House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PMTo: tmicSubject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey --Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:21:21 -0700From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Re: [TMIC] House Patti in Wisconsin That was our friend Grace in the Mystery Diagnosis. Heather in Calgary - Original Message - From: Patricia Cooley To: 'Robert Pall' ; 'tmic' Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 11:57 AM Subject: RE: [TMIC] House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PMTo: tmicSubject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey --Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:41:03 -0600From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Re: [TMIC] memory, cognitive function, helps In response to: I have memory loss along with cognitive dysfunction. It is better since I am currently able to be on much lower doses of my meds. (I am not anti-meds and will go back up when I must)The suggestion on group about doing crossword puzzles, etc. is excellent. My neuro told me that years ago. It's good to keep those brain cells working!I also have a really bad time with MS fatigue. My neuro has given me Ritalin to help with that fatigue and it helps me focus
[TMIC] RE: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #478
Jeanne, when I was the hospital I had a band around my waist like a steel band. After some time out of the hospital and for many years it has been a band of pain. No medication relieved it. It was especially bad when i laid on my back. Ken in N.M. Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 18:18:58 -0800From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #478To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Message Attachment--tmic-digest Digest Volume 2008 : Issue 478 Today's Topics: [TMIC] memory, cognitive function, h [ Sharon M [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Too Cold [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] [TMIC] RE: tmic-digest Digest V2008 [ marieke dufresne [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] memory, cognitive functio [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] [TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer f [ Todd Tarno [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabiliz [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Too Cold [ jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] House [ Grace M. [EMAIL PROTECTED] ] Re: [TMIC] Too Cold [ CANDIS KALLEY [EMAIL PROTECTED] ]--Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:34:07 -0800From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [TMIC] memory, cognitive function, helps I have memory loss along with cognitive dysfunction. It is better since I am currently able to be on much lower doses of my meds. (I am not anti-meds and will go back up when I must)The suggestion on group about doing crossword puzzles, etc. is excellent. My neuro told me that years ago. It's good to keep those brain cells working!I also have a really bad time with MS fatigue. My neuro has given me Ritalin to help with that fatigue and it helps me focus mentally.love you allSharon--Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:36:32 -0600From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Re: [TMIC] Too Cold In response to: like acid on my skin These words are excite as it really feels. Todd in CC, TX Todd, those were the exact words I've used, also! The 'band' around my chest is like a piece of metal being squeezed tighter and tighter. I do have to say the new meds have really helped and the pain has decreased tremendously, thank God!! Jeanne in Dayton--Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 20:39:57 +From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [TMIC] RE: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #477 Patti, I have it up on YouTube. It's Grace, who posts on this site. It's in 3 parts.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QFmF6Bh1gghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k1wdFSx_LOwhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KA-tDVzp5QI --Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:57:59 -0600From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: RE: [TMIC] House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PMTo: tmicSubject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey --Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Wed, 3 Dec 2008 12:21:21 -0700From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Re: [TMIC] House Patti in Wisconsin That was our friend Grace in the Mystery Diagnosis. Heather in Calgary - Original Message - From: Patricia Cooley To: 'Robert Pall' ; 'tmic' Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 11:57 AM Subject: RE: [TMIC] House Darn I missed it. There was a program on Discovery Health several months ago ( I think it was called Mystery Diagnosis) that featured a women who could not get out of bed. After many doctors and tests , they said it was TM, but this woman sometime later had Devics. Patti in Wisconsin From: Robert Pall [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 12:12 PMTo: tmicSubject: [TMIC] House Once again on House last night Transverse Myelitis was mentioned….even though House quickly ruled it out! Rob in New Jersey --Forwarded Message Attachment--Date: Thu, 4 Dec 2008 00:41:03 -0600From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; [EMAIL PROTECTED]: Re: [TMIC] memory, cognitive function, helps In response to: I have memory loss along with cognitive dysfunction. It is better since I am currently able to be on much lower doses of my meds. (I am not anti-meds and will go back up when I must)The suggestion on group about doing crossword puzzles, etc. is excellent. My neuro told me that years ago. It's good to keep those brain cells working!I also have a really bad time with MS fatigue. My neuro has given me Ritalin to help with that fatigue and it helps me focus
Re: [TMIC] Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer for drop foot
I also wear an AFO boot (s) and they make it so much more comfortable. I take them off at night for sleeping, but wear them most of the day, especially when I am sitting up in bed. Some are meant to walk in and some are not, so you ought to see a specialist to get fitted and to find out which are best for you. Love, Jude In a message dated 12/3/2008 9:58:56 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I was fitted with a custom made AFO in 04 at the rehab hospital for drop foot... really helped but problem is I can't take anything (no socks, shoes, blankets) ect on my feet (yes winter is a real buggar let me tell you) but so the AFO does help alot if you have insurance they will pay for it. -- Original message from jrushton [EMAIL PROTECTED]: -- In response to: I saw a friend that had a light brake in his ankle wearing a adjustable ankle stabilizer that he got from Wal-Mart for about $12. I got one, it can be warn on the left or right ankle. It has really helped with my drop foot around the house. I want to be able to where all night long ( I started at 4 pm ), but my foot burned so bad that at 1 am, I had to take it off. There is a smaller one that might be better with shoes for $8. Has anyone else tried this if so, how did it work for you? Hope everyone is having a BETTER day, Todd in CC, TX What is this, Todd? Jeanne **Make your life easier with all your friends, email, and favorite sites in one place. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dpicid=aolcom40vanityncid=emlcntaolcom0010)
[TMIC] Splint
Hello all. I wear a Dictus Splint. It is a cuff that fits around my ankle, fastened by Velcro straps. It has a D ring and an elastic. The elastic hooks on two hooks that are inserted into the lace holes on my shoes. It is great. I sure notice when I don't wear it. It makes a huge difference to foot drop. Janet http://www.lmorthotics.com/files/2305400/uploaded/Dictus%2520Ankle%2520Splin t%2520Outdoors%2520W.JPG E-mail message checked by Spyware Doctor (6.0.0.386) Database version: 5.11260 http://www.pctools.com/en/spyware-doctor-antivirus/ image001.gifimage002.jpg
Re: [TMIC] Too Cold
In response to: Are you taking Tramadol and Cymbalta? Jude I take both in the AM along with the Lyrica 75mg. plus one Tramadol at noon. Then at night before I go to bed I take another Lyrica, Klonazepam 1mg (for Restless Leg Syndrome), Toprol for my heart and a baby aspirin. I can take more Tramadol if I need to but I won't unless it's really necessary. How are you doing, dear one? Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers..J
[TMIC] Re: tmic-digest Digest V2008 #478
In response to: Jeanne, when I was the hospital I had a band around my waist like a steel band. After some time out of the hospital and for many years it has been a band of pain. No medication relieved it. It was especially bad when i laid on my back. Ken in N.M. It is pretty horrible, isn't it, Ken? This is the first real relief I've gotten from it since the onset. Just don't give up...we can't...j
Re: [TMIC] Too Cold
In response to: Hi, Jeanne, I am currently on 300 mg a day of Lyrica. I find that I am very stiff with pain late night and early morning, especially when turning in bed. I think I may ask my neur. about Tramadol to add and see if that helps. Thanks for the information. Valerie in Illinois Hi, Valerie! The Lyrica and Tramadol combination along with the Cymbalta has enabled me to do more than I have for 3 1/2 years. I can do my housework and not even think about the pain. There is still some stiffness and coldness but I don't feel the acid/hot/cold/excruciating 24/7 pain as I did before. Now, today, I missed the noon Tramadol and sure enough, the pain came through loud and clear so it definitely does help! I sure do hope and pray it works for you!! Jeanne in Dayton, WA
Re: [TMIC] Fwd: HOLIDAYS HOLLY IN OUR HEART!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Re: [TMIC] Too Cold
Hi Jeanne, Awesome that you are having such relief from all the fun pain. I tried Lyrica - it did nothing for me - again, we are all different, but I am going to ask my doctor about the Tramadol. Yep, it would be worth adding yet another drug to my current cocktail if it helped! Linda - Original Message - From: jrushtonmailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] ; TMICmailto:tmic-list@eskimo.com Sent: Thursday, December 04, 2008 9:03 AM Subject: Re: [TMIC] Too Cold In response to: Hi, Jeanne, I am currently on 300 mg a day of Lyrica. I find that I am very stiff with pain late night and early morning, especially when turning in bed. I think I may ask my neur. about Tramadol to add and see if that helps. Thanks for the information. Valerie in Illinois Hi, Valerie! The Lyrica and Tramadol combination along with the Cymbalta has enabled me to do more than I have for 3 1/2 years. I can do my housework and not even think about the pain. There is still some stiffness and coldness but I don't feel the acid/hot/cold/excruciating 24/7 pain as I did before. Now, today, I missed the noon Tramadol and sure enough, the pain came through loud and clear so it definitely does help! I sure do hope and pray it works for you!! Jeanne in Dayton, WA
Re: [TMIC] Too Cold
In response to: Hi Jeanne, Awesome that you are having such relief from all the fun pain. I tried Lyrica - it did nothing for me - again, we are all different, but I am going to ask my doctor about the Tramadol. Yep, it would be worth adding yet another drug to my current cocktail if it helped! Linda Hi, Linda! I honestly think it is just the combination. I don't find that it makes me 'rummy' or 'foggy brained' (ha! more than normal, that is!). I sure do wish it could work for you all, I truly do..j
