RE: [QUAD-L] Getting Supra Pubic in 3 weeks

Hi, I've had a SP for about 3yrs now and it is better. I get mine changed every month the only problems I really have with mine is it leaks some but when I get it changed it hurts some because my body heals so fast that it tries to heal itself around the catheter and I get alot of calcium

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Hi Quadius, i'm interested in how those of you get by on the $75-$85 hospital insurance for each day, is that in addition to private or medicaid-or medicare? because hospital bills each day now are huge ! I'm trying to find out because my wife's job and coverage is becoming unsure these day's

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I remember hearing through the '90's that the Tampa VA SCI was the best of top five SCI units in the U.S. followed by other VA SCI units. Mine in San Diego was great when it opened but the when Staff Head took over his thinking is not patient orientated which the negligence shows. I've even had

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Re: [QUAD-L] Getting Supra Pubic in 3 weeks

Gina, How much sailing are you putting into the bulb? I used to have a problem with the SP leaking if I put in 5 cc, but I now put in anywhere from eight to 10 cc. What type of catheter are you using, i.e. silicone or latex? Quadius On 4/15/08, gina [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, I've had a

FW: [QUAD-L] Getting Supra Pubic in 3 weeks

I use 10 cc's of natural saline. I daily apply triple action antibiotic gel, but when the SP is first installed it will generally leak for a few days. The type used is a 24 French. Mine was a headache for several days. I even thought it was a mistake but it was worth it. Merrill _

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Let me clarify Danny. This particular insurance policy I am referring to provide $75 a day if you are hospitalized. It is not medical insurance. Sorry if I confused anyone. If you're interested in checking this out, you can call the company. http://www.physiciansmutual.com/services/ Quadius On

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It has significantly improved over the last nine years. Down here in Tampa, the leadership is what keeps everything going well. I noticed they big difference when we changed chiefs back in 1998 or 1999. Since then there has been an appreciable difference in the care one receives. Although

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The main reason I asked about the type of catheter is because I discovered about 10 years ago that I am allergic to the silicone products. I first noticed it when I had a silicone trach to which my skin became adhered. Ear nose and throat had to rip the trach right out of my neck and finally got

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I Agree. My rehab was at the VA in 97 and I use the VA for almost all of my care and I think I get great care. Their sci care seems to get better every year.Cullen C3--- On Mon, 4/14/08, Quadius [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:From: Quadius [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] PAINTo: "Merrill

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RE: [QUAD-L] Getting Supra Pubic in 3 weeks

Hi Tim When I first got my suprapubic in '97 I took the morning off from work. The whole procedure was done without anesthesia but they kept careful watch on my BP... I did get a little AD as a over-filled my bladder to begin the procedure. I went home with a 12fr foley and went to work

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My blood clot was also caused by being on birth control. So haven't been on it since and no blood clots (thank God). Corie - Original Message - From: Elizabeth Treston To: 'Stacy Harim' ; 'Debbie Hamilton' ; 'Maria' ; [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent:

RE: [QUAD-L] Getting Supra Pubic in 3 weeks

Hey Tod, After reading this post I'm definitely going to the sp done. I'm tired of constantly changing and watching the texas rig rip my soldier up and it's very painful too. I've been holding out but after reading your reply I don't know why I've waited so long. Thanks, Mark -Original