I was receintly put on byetta 5mg 2x's daily. So far this is the first diabetes medication I have taken. My number were 200-300 and my AC1 was 7.6. When I return to the Endo I will have been on it a...
Catz It may not be a bladder issue but a kidney issue. It is possible that you have a stone. With the meds and your dx you really should have another test especially since your symptoms have changed....
Carol, It sounds like your brother is going out of his way to be accomidating. It must feel great knowing that he kind of understands and is trying. I too have to take it one day at a time. Oxygen is...
I am glad you are feeling better Heather. Have you tried to get together with other army wives? I bet alot of them are going thru the same issues you are. Having people around you who understands can...
Hi Heather, I am fairly new to this forum too and everyone here is wonderfully supportive. My mother-in-law was bi-polar (she was dx with manic/depression when she was a teenager) and I took care of...
I want to thank you all for being so kind. I am sure you know how hard it can be. I will continue with the BSFF and see how it works. thanks again Christy...
I have the same pain on the top of my head but to the right. I can produce the headache by pressing on the spot. I went to a neuro and he dx me with "ice pick" migraines. I am on Gabipentin and it...
Froggy, I am a mom with a daughter your age and a son who is a sophmore in college. I do understand what you are going thru. My suggestion to you is to invite your parents to the play. Let them see...
Today I went to my first appointment with a psycologist. She seems very nice. I thougt we would be discussing how to handle my illness but we ended up discussing things that have happened in the past...
I just wanted to welcome you and let you know we are all pulling for ya!!! /community/emoticons/yeah.gif Christy...
I have been on effexor for a couple of years and have not had any adverse side affects. I would not recommend drinking when using /community/emoticons/nono.gif . Good luck! christy...
Hi, I think you should mention it to your dr as you could be having the depression due to a medical issue. Don't be afraid of what people may think, you need to do what is necessary for you. Good...
I think I am depressed because of my health and how much I have lost because of it. I lost my business, my independence, my dignaty, my looks and my purpose. I feel so lost and alone. I have been on...
I know I am depressed, I know why I am depressed and I am on Effexor. For the past couple of days I have been weepy. Today I can't seem to control it. I have an appointment with a Psycologist in...
Vic, I am sickened but her lack of compassion and tact. Being overweigt myself (due to medications)I have seen first hand how people discriminate and ridicule. I am glad that you did not let her off...
Hi Rach I am sorry you are having the headaches, I know what an inconvience it can be. First of all, have you told your parents about this problem and second, have you seen a dr? There are so many...
I am not sure if I am going crazy or if it is really happening. When I hear a loud noise lately it makes me dizzy and makes my heart race. I also get starteled quite easily. Anyone else ever have...
I was just wondering what the difference was between NASH and autoimmune hep is. I already have Sarcoidosis which is autoimmune and can affect the liver. It has already destroyed my thyroid, adrenal...
Barb, I was so sad to hear that you are having a bad day. I understand what it is like to get so much dumped on you and think why me. The way I look at it is I am glad it is me and not one of my kids...
I want to thank every one of you for such a warm welcome! I am truley touched by the offering of friendship and caring enough to ask about the condition. As you know having a chronic illness makes it...
I hope it is ok that I post here as Lupus is the closest to my disease. I was tested 5 times for Lupus and finally they thought I had cancer when they diagnosed Sarcoidosis. I am having problems...
Harley what is your autoimmune inflammatory condition? I have Chronic Sarcoidosis and have been turned down on my first attempt at SSD. I am filling out the other paperwork now for the appeal. I also...
Thanks for all your help!!!...
I was wondering if anyone here has diabetes insipidus? I have hypoglycemia and adrenal insufficiency and my endocrineologist told me to watch for the signs of this. I just wanted to know what kinds...
Sounds like you have waited long enough! Some medications can take up to 8 weeks to get to the levels that are needed to help. I have never heard of any taking longer than that. Has he had any change...
Ang, Hashimoto Thyroiditis is the and autoimmune resonse with the thyroid. It is practilly non-functioning. The sarcoidosis has disturbed the function of the thyroid, adrenal glands and the kidneys...
Sarcoidosis, Heart Palpatations, Renal Insufficiency, Adrenal Insufficiency,GERD, IBS, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Hypolycemia, dizzyness, depression, decrease in oxygen saturation and inflammation in...
I take 150 mg in the am. I did take it 75am and 75 pm but then I had trouble sleeping. I think it should be based on how it affects you....