Glad to hear you are back and better. Build Back Better!
Re "Most of the nurses seemed rather robotic in their interactions." Presumably they were jabbed to the eyeballs.
I would never wish to go into hospital again, at least anything of any size. I think NHS day nurses are better than night nurses who I suspect may be bank staff. When I was in for observation in AMU late 2019, the night staff were talking in the background which make it difficult to sleep, let alone the fact they would bring people in from time to time.
Turfseer, wow, dude, what an ordeal. I'm sending out the intention to the universe (prayer, if you prefer that description) for a speedy and complete recovery.
Thanks, Ned. I appreciate the kind thoughts and prayers.
As for a complete recovery, I'm not sure that's really in the cards when it comes to Parkinson's, at least from what I've seen so far. My goal at this point is more modest: maintaining as much mobility, balance, and independence as possible and slowing the progression where I can.
The good news is that the rehab helped quite a bit with the setback caused by the UTI, and I'm definitely in better shape now than I was when I first arrived there.
In any case, I'll gladly accept all positive intentions from the universe. Thanks again for thinking of me.
Glad yer back Turf! Funny, ya came inta my thoughts just last week an' I was hopin' ya were at the end of yer ordeal--sounds like an ordeal (ugh, sorry ta hear that--an' the poor fella coughin' hiz lungs out musta been a nightmare). Survivin' the insty-2-shun-all food alone is quite the accomplishment--bravo! (I recall mah type-1 daughter wuz given carbs galore when she wuz first dx'd and had ta stay at NYPresby--dunno why they do dat, ya'd think they'd know bettah?!) Glad ya made a few friends an' found a bit've R&R in Bingo! Yup, I'd'a guessed the hoss-spit-all staff were worse than the rehab folks...hoss-spit-alls are off the charts in rudeness, threats, & ignorin' human requests. Likely ya read MCM's nightmare at Bellvue an' my ma (after collapsin' after her last covid-jab) also had a hellish hoss-spit-all eggsperience. They also gave her a bleedin' ulcer (puttin' 'er on low dose AssBurn) an' other crap like statins. Not fun. Had ta undo the damage. Hopefully yer off 'er mostly off the meds now. Perhaps ya kin do a tell-all if it don't git'cha nauseous (relivin' the nightmare). Funny thang, no? is that the infection ya "caught" ya caught at the first hoss-spit-all. Sanitary Jones left the premises long ago! Welcome Back!
Thanks, Daisy! I appreciate the kind words and the fact that I crossed your mind while I was away.
You're right—the gentleman coughing and struggling to breathe every night made for a pretty rough hospital experience. And yes, the food left a lot to be desired, especially for someone trying to keep blood sugar under control.
As for the infection, I should clarify that my first ER visit was actually about two years ago. The recent problem was most likely related to the cystoscopy itself. The procedure irritated my urinary tract, and that apparently set the stage for the urinary issues and subsequent infection that landed me in the hospital.
I'm sorry to hear about what your daughter and mother went through. Unfortunately, stories like those seem all too common these days.
For now, I'm just happy to be home, sleeping in my own bed, and slowly getting back to normal. And who knows—there may indeed be a future "tell-all" once I've had a little more distance from the experience!
yep, our medi-CULL system leaves much ta be desired, even with a few good eggs in the basket--an' that's fer both patients & staff (I got mmr jab-damaged m'self volunteerin' at the old St. Vincents with our therapy dog--'nuther story fer a 'nuther time but the system failures ain't noo--jus' woise! that aside, the healin' power of animals is one blessin'--not sure if they had that whar ya stayed). Anywhoo.... finish yer healin' (the mind part as well as it sounds like yer finally in good shape other-wayz)--Take a bunch'a pro-biotics (no doubt they fed ya anti- ones in "stir"--that's whut they do...sadly) A "tell all" would be interestin' if yer up fer it. I have mah own floxxie story I gotta finish.... I also gotta gift from a hoss-spit-all that keeps on givin'... (effects of CIPRO..ugh). Anywhoo, ❤️ & healin' yer way--I'm plum sure it's good ta be finally HOME!
I don’t know you from Adam, but I have some good advice. I’m a 70 year-old osteopath and look at things holistic. The demise of a man is initiated by a lack of hormones. I’ve utilized testosterone in patience and myself for over 20 years look into it don’t buy into the BS that it is going to hurt your heart not only does it make your heart stronger, but it makes your urethra and any muscle in your body stronger, combined with exercise and good diet, your health will improve tremendously.
Thanks, John. After six weeks of hospitals, catheters, rehab, Bingo, and carb-consistent meals that weren't especially carb-consistent, I'm open to hearing just about any ideas for staying healthy.
I'll have to do some reading on testosterone therapy before signing up for the program, but I appreciate you sharing your experience. At the moment, my immediate goals are mastering the rollator, surviving physical therapy, and getting back to writing the newsletter.
So it is good to hear you are back home. I’ve been dealing with the MMS (Modern Medical System) as of late but thankfully no ER trips or such. I have a bad right knee and neuropathy in my feet. The ‘system’ has been of little assistance regarding the feet and knee, only a rather oblique comment from the ortho doc that a knee replacement might be down the road. I have little to no confidence in him.
The ortho doctor gave no ‘diagnosis’ other than I have a torn meniscus, bone on bone in the right knee, a ruptured bakers cyst on the back of the knee, and evidence of osteoarthritis. Well one doesn’t need to be a brain surgeon to read what the imaging reports had to say! He gave me a PT referral and a cortisone shot. Not doing that again.
I am not at ALL lacking in supplements for joint health, joint pain, or inflammation I can assure you!
The ‘supplements’ don’t really address a torn body part, a ruptured cyst, or a joint that has no space between the bone. All they do is minimize the pain, but doesn’t completely take it away. It’s always there, when walking about or often in rest.
Inflammation in the body is a big part of the picture here. I have low thyroid function/Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an auto immune condition that sets the body up towards inflammation. I have eliminated many inflammatory food like grains (corn and wheat), anything with gluten, dairy (casien), soy, & nightshade family vegetables.
Good to hear you're back on your feet. I can't imagine being in a hospital, I would be raving every day with those disturbances. Recovery needs quiet and peace, and also sunshine which I am sure they don't do anymore. I always decide that I am better off fixing my own problems than going to that Satanic place. Sorry if I sound exacting but someone has to.
Thanks. Believe me going to the ER was something I didn't want to do. But when you can't urinate, the only option is to have a catheter inserted, For that you then have to put up with the rest. That's the way it is.
I have a male friend who has that problem. He doesn't go to hospitals though, would rather die. He has found relief but I forget what it was. He doesn't eat meat and eats a very healthy diet. He is 78 or so. I'm very glad you are recovering though. Hope it keeps on going till you're right back on your feet. Even recover from Parkinsons. I know they make it seem like it's unlikely but we must think it is likely and not "shoot ourselves in the foot" with negative thoughts which is part of healing. Best of luck and take it easy!
Glad to hear you are back and better. Build Back Better!
Re "Most of the nurses seemed rather robotic in their interactions." Presumably they were jabbed to the eyeballs.
I would never wish to go into hospital again, at least anything of any size. I think NHS day nurses are better than night nurses who I suspect may be bank staff. When I was in for observation in AMU late 2019, the night staff were talking in the background which make it difficult to sleep, let alone the fact they would bring people in from time to time.
What an adventure. So glad it's behind you and your are home. Hope my wife's coming adventure will have a good outcome and be a bit shorter .
She will need thyroid removed I'd they don't prohibit that do to bad lungs. All non surgical things they like will get rid of you by their outcomes.
Look forward to your writing and all to return.
Turfseer, wow, dude, what an ordeal. I'm sending out the intention to the universe (prayer, if you prefer that description) for a speedy and complete recovery.
Thanks, Ned. I appreciate the kind thoughts and prayers.
As for a complete recovery, I'm not sure that's really in the cards when it comes to Parkinson's, at least from what I've seen so far. My goal at this point is more modest: maintaining as much mobility, balance, and independence as possible and slowing the progression where I can.
The good news is that the rehab helped quite a bit with the setback caused by the UTI, and I'm definitely in better shape now than I was when I first arrived there.
In any case, I'll gladly accept all positive intentions from the universe. Thanks again for thinking of me.
Glad yer back Turf! Funny, ya came inta my thoughts just last week an' I was hopin' ya were at the end of yer ordeal--sounds like an ordeal (ugh, sorry ta hear that--an' the poor fella coughin' hiz lungs out musta been a nightmare). Survivin' the insty-2-shun-all food alone is quite the accomplishment--bravo! (I recall mah type-1 daughter wuz given carbs galore when she wuz first dx'd and had ta stay at NYPresby--dunno why they do dat, ya'd think they'd know bettah?!) Glad ya made a few friends an' found a bit've R&R in Bingo! Yup, I'd'a guessed the hoss-spit-all staff were worse than the rehab folks...hoss-spit-alls are off the charts in rudeness, threats, & ignorin' human requests. Likely ya read MCM's nightmare at Bellvue an' my ma (after collapsin' after her last covid-jab) also had a hellish hoss-spit-all eggsperience. They also gave her a bleedin' ulcer (puttin' 'er on low dose AssBurn) an' other crap like statins. Not fun. Had ta undo the damage. Hopefully yer off 'er mostly off the meds now. Perhaps ya kin do a tell-all if it don't git'cha nauseous (relivin' the nightmare). Funny thang, no? is that the infection ya "caught" ya caught at the first hoss-spit-all. Sanitary Jones left the premises long ago! Welcome Back!
Thanks, Daisy! I appreciate the kind words and the fact that I crossed your mind while I was away.
You're right—the gentleman coughing and struggling to breathe every night made for a pretty rough hospital experience. And yes, the food left a lot to be desired, especially for someone trying to keep blood sugar under control.
As for the infection, I should clarify that my first ER visit was actually about two years ago. The recent problem was most likely related to the cystoscopy itself. The procedure irritated my urinary tract, and that apparently set the stage for the urinary issues and subsequent infection that landed me in the hospital.
I'm sorry to hear about what your daughter and mother went through. Unfortunately, stories like those seem all too common these days.
For now, I'm just happy to be home, sleeping in my own bed, and slowly getting back to normal. And who knows—there may indeed be a future "tell-all" once I've had a little more distance from the experience!
Thanks again for the warm welcome back.
yep, our medi-CULL system leaves much ta be desired, even with a few good eggs in the basket--an' that's fer both patients & staff (I got mmr jab-damaged m'self volunteerin' at the old St. Vincents with our therapy dog--'nuther story fer a 'nuther time but the system failures ain't noo--jus' woise! that aside, the healin' power of animals is one blessin'--not sure if they had that whar ya stayed). Anywhoo.... finish yer healin' (the mind part as well as it sounds like yer finally in good shape other-wayz)--Take a bunch'a pro-biotics (no doubt they fed ya anti- ones in "stir"--that's whut they do...sadly) A "tell all" would be interestin' if yer up fer it. I have mah own floxxie story I gotta finish.... I also gotta gift from a hoss-spit-all that keeps on givin'... (effects of CIPRO..ugh). Anywhoo, ❤️ & healin' yer way--I'm plum sure it's good ta be finally HOME!
I don’t know you from Adam, but I have some good advice. I’m a 70 year-old osteopath and look at things holistic. The demise of a man is initiated by a lack of hormones. I’ve utilized testosterone in patience and myself for over 20 years look into it don’t buy into the BS that it is going to hurt your heart not only does it make your heart stronger, but it makes your urethra and any muscle in your body stronger, combined with exercise and good diet, your health will improve tremendously.
Thanks, John. After six weeks of hospitals, catheters, rehab, Bingo, and carb-consistent meals that weren't especially carb-consistent, I'm open to hearing just about any ideas for staying healthy.
I'll have to do some reading on testosterone therapy before signing up for the program, but I appreciate you sharing your experience. At the moment, my immediate goals are mastering the rollator, surviving physical therapy, and getting back to writing the newsletter.
Thanks for the advice and for stopping by.
So it is good to hear you are back home. I’ve been dealing with the MMS (Modern Medical System) as of late but thankfully no ER trips or such. I have a bad right knee and neuropathy in my feet. The ‘system’ has been of little assistance regarding the feet and knee, only a rather oblique comment from the ortho doc that a knee replacement might be down the road. I have little to no confidence in him.
I share your feelings of lack of confidence. They're usually good at diagnosis, but the solutions are often lame.
The ortho doctor gave no ‘diagnosis’ other than I have a torn meniscus, bone on bone in the right knee, a ruptured bakers cyst on the back of the knee, and evidence of osteoarthritis. Well one doesn’t need to be a brain surgeon to read what the imaging reports had to say! He gave me a PT referral and a cortisone shot. Not doing that again.
Sounds like you have supplement deficiency.
I am not at ALL lacking in supplements for joint health, joint pain, or inflammation I can assure you!
The ‘supplements’ don’t really address a torn body part, a ruptured cyst, or a joint that has no space between the bone. All they do is minimize the pain, but doesn’t completely take it away. It’s always there, when walking about or often in rest.
Inflammation in the body is a big part of the picture here. I have low thyroid function/Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an auto immune condition that sets the body up towards inflammation. I have eliminated many inflammatory food like grains (corn and wheat), anything with gluten, dairy (casien), soy, & nightshade family vegetables.
I have been thinking about you! Wondering how things were.
I'm glad you are back at home. Take care of yourself, I'm looking forward to your new writing.
Good to hear you're back on your feet. I can't imagine being in a hospital, I would be raving every day with those disturbances. Recovery needs quiet and peace, and also sunshine which I am sure they don't do anymore. I always decide that I am better off fixing my own problems than going to that Satanic place. Sorry if I sound exacting but someone has to.
I am 100% with you on that. Florence Nightingale would have said the same I am sure.
Thanks. Believe me going to the ER was something I didn't want to do. But when you can't urinate, the only option is to have a catheter inserted, For that you then have to put up with the rest. That's the way it is.
I have a male friend who has that problem. He doesn't go to hospitals though, would rather die. He has found relief but I forget what it was. He doesn't eat meat and eats a very healthy diet. He is 78 or so. I'm very glad you are recovering though. Hope it keeps on going till you're right back on your feet. Even recover from Parkinsons. I know they make it seem like it's unlikely but we must think it is likely and not "shoot ourselves in the foot" with negative thoughts which is part of healing. Best of luck and take it easy!