Guest guest Posted August 13, 2003 Report Share Posted August 13, 2003 Hello! I took the exam in July and I felt that it is very difficult. Study your drugs good. Like brand to generic and what they are used for. I was totally surprised by the test. I passed the practice test online but I don't feel that I passed the real exam. I am still waiting for my results! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 13, 2003 Report Share Posted August 13, 2003 In My opinion I do think that the practice test is somewhat like the real thing. I took the practice test and passed, then took the Certification test and passed it also. Good Luck Barbara Florida Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 13, 2003 Report Share Posted August 13, 2003 Hey there Christi! I’m so glad also to hear of someone going to this Dr. It makes me feel more comfortable going to him. I will let you know how everything goes in a few months. Good luck with your surgery on the 19th. We will certainly be thinking of you and know that everything will turn out perfect. Would love to see pictures! blepharophimosis (unknown) Hi ! Im so glad my e-mail was helpful. Yes, thats the same Dr. Cole that i see. He is wondeful. He is a nice guy and really wants to make sure that the end result is exactly what you want and that you're happy. He's very caring. I'm sure you'll be very pleased with him. I know your little girl is young, but Dr. Cole is very good with little ones and i know he'll take extra good care of her. I hope everthing goes well and I would love to answer any questions you have about him or the surgeries. My next surgery is next Tuesday, the 19th. Maybe my last. Its so cool to hear about someone going to see the same doctor as me! i know everything will turn out beautifully. i'll post some pictures of me as soon as i can, so you can get a look at his work. Thanx! Christi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 13, 2003 Report Share Posted August 13, 2003 Are you a hospital tech now? Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 14, 2003 Report Share Posted August 14, 2003 Cat, If you passes the pretest on the PTCB website, then you are very, very likely to pass the test! That is all I used to study and passed the test with flying colors! I only had retail experience at the time and it really wasn't a problem. If you have worked in retail for a year, I wouldn't worry about it! Ask your pharmacist to help you with the hospital calculations and don't worry about compounding! Good luck! From: " Cat " <cathrinelee@...> Reply- Subject: (unknown) Date: Thu, 14 Aug 2003 01:08:50 -0000 MIME-Version: 1.0 X-Originating-IP: 67.32.224.50 Received: from n22.grp.scd. ([66.218.66.78]) by mc7-f7.law1.hotmail.com with Microsoft SMTPSVC(5.0.2195.5600); Wed, 13 Aug 2003 18:09:17 -0700 Received: from [66.218.66.160] by n22.grp.scd. with NNFMP; 14 Aug 2003 01:08:52 -0000 Received: (qmail 45102 invoked from network); 14 Aug 2003 01:08:50 -0000 Received: from unknown (66.218.66.217) by m20.grp.scd. with QMQP; 14 Aug 2003 01:08:50 -0000 Received: from unknown (HELO n34.grp.scd.) (66.218.66.102) by mta2.grp.scd. with SMTP; 14 Aug 2003 01:08:50 -0000 Received: from [66.218.67.162] by n34.grp.scd. with NNFMP; 14 Aug 2003 01:08:50 -0000 X-Message-Info: JGTYoYF78jEHjJx36Oi8+YDSEg8qKPPD X-eGroups-Return: sentto-7384642-3354-1060823331-erikalawson10=hotmail.com@...\ m X-Sender: cathrinelee@... X-Apparently- Message-ID: <bhenf2+fgfeeGroups> User-Agent: eGroups-EW/0.82 X-Mailer: Message Poster X--Profile: sh0rty_79 Mailing-List: list ; contact -owner Delivered-mailing list Precedence: bulk List-Unsubscribe: <mailto:-unsubscribe > Return-Path: sentto-7384642-3354-1060823331-erikalawson10=hotmail.com@...\ m X-OriginalArrivalTime: 14 Aug 2003 01:09:17.0826 (UTC) FILETIME=[AF5EE620:01C36200] Hi everyone, Being very new to the group, I have a question... where do I start? There are way too many posts to begin randomly reading. I am considering taking the test in November and would like help in making this decision. I have taken the CPhT practice test on www.ptcb.org, and passed. Painfully, I have trouble with hospital related questions (as my only experience comes from working in retail pharmacy). Also, we do very little compounding, so this is a weakness as well (by very little I mean that I have yet to even see 1 compound mixed in the, almost, year that I have been there). I have a little over a month to decide whether or not I will be taking the test. Is the practice test somewhat like the real thing? Is it safe to assume that since I have passed the practice test that I have an outstanding chance at passing the real one? Please reply! Thanks in advance, Cat (Pharmacy Tech, Jellico, Tennessee) _________________________________________________________________ STOP MORE SPAM with the new MSN 8 and get 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 15, 2003 Report Share Posted August 15, 2003 What do you mean "hurting" - pain, sharp,dull? spasm? cramps? gas/wind pain? bloating? I agree with - look out for pathogenic and toxigenic organisms first on the QX, especially related to the digestive tract such as Giardasis, campylobacter, salmonella, clostiridium etc. If it's spasm then I would check the liver and gallbladder because liver and gallbladder problems will ultimately spread to the gastrointestinal tract and can cause spasm to any part of the GI tract. Check on digestion of proteins, carbohydrates and fats. What about HCl, enzymes? - so much you can check on the QX relative to digestion. Be well, Azizah Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 16, 2003 Report Share Posted August 16, 2003 Dear Barbara, I just wanted you and others to know that your comparison of the sample exam on line at PTCB to the actual 'recent' exam is very important and that I believe it to be a valid comparison. While one can not equate one's experience to that of another's experience, you are equating or comparing one experience of your own to another experience of your own. That is apple to apple, not apple to orange and therefore it is comparible, valid and usable information. Last year BEFORE PTCB changed the current sample exam I had many people post that they felt the old sample exam was easier than the actual exam that they had taken. The same reports were made on the PTCB message board as well. I would be most interested in other people's opinion of the current sample exam. Thank you for your valuable input, Respectfully, Jeanetta Mastron CPhT BS Chem Pharm Tech Educator F/O The current PTCB 'sample' exam has been > In My opinion I do think that the practice test is somewhat like the real thing. I took the practice test and passed, then took the Certification test and passed it also. Good Luck > > > Barbara > Florida > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 17, 2003 Report Share Posted August 17, 2003 On 13/8/03 1:29 am, " Kathy " <kathyqx@...> wrote: Stomach pain, wow this is about as widespread as headaches. But here goes with some places to start. Every one will have one problem...high Ph levels in the organs. Balance this, Supergreens from innerlight with Prime Ph works fastest. To help with the pain first here are some areas you can do: 1. Test matrix search " stomach (pain or ache) " , " digestive " , " intestine " , Zaps under " miasms " in case it is genetic or from miasms like vaccinations. 2. Disease dictionary for stomach ache. 3. Treatment drop down for Cause/Cure/Palitation (Patient superconsious) type in stomach pain and do the link. 4. Now to Biofeedback you'll find digestion and stomach here in the drop downs. Now to Treatments: 5. Scalar: Stomach chackra. 6. Spinal page: A. Short sarcode: check the digestion areas double click if high. B. Timed therapies: Do digestion, and intestinal stim for at least 7 minutes (click the corresponding parts which are bothering or showed up on the test matrix) C. You will see a button by bone, nerve, sinus etc. that says " digestion " when you bring it up it will tell you what the #1 concern is again you can do it for 7 min. should you so choose. D. Spinal look for nerval compressions or subluxations in the thoracic regions, this can cause all types of stomach problems E. Dental to References to Iridology, Reflexology, etc. to " Ear & etc. " , for large and small intestine, double click on each word to find the area of concern and why. Go to " Misc., Rx " to work on Digestion the same way. 7. Timed therapies and Superlearning. Go to Timed therapies and do digestion here (don't forget to piggy back here to do pain) If there are any places you need explanations for, you can contact Quantum-Life at www.quantum-life.com <http://www.quantum-life.com> for my manual. 'Reaching Your Full Potential'. Now that you dealt with the symptoms look for a connection that caused it... Stomach aches usually have a corresponding area. 1. Headaches, both will cause a lack of oxygen watch the VARHO for the oxygen then watch for pathogens and worms. 2. Check Test matrix for Bacteria, type in ulcer and click " search " , if these are high you have another possible connection. Start them on L-Glutamine and a stomach digestive enzyme (without protease, it will aggravate ulcers). You will find this therapy wise with ALL stomach problems. L-Glut. lines the intestines while they heal. 3. Emotional (NLP) watch for " holding on " issues 4. Inflammation and bloating. Check for fungus and Candida. 5. Food allergies, watch for the immune system and autonomic system (sympathetic / parasympathetic) these problems will relate to both food allergies and stomach issues. 6. Intestinal irritation (cron's, diverticulitis, prolapses) also, get them to stay off nuts, seeds, iceburg lettuce, fats like gravy until it is healed. Well this should get you started, hope it helps. Yours in Health, Kathy Darla J Hart <djhart52@...> wrote: Any ideas on what would be the first thing you would look for in a person complaining with stomach hurting all the time? djhart52@... ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today! ............................................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 19, 2003 Report Share Posted August 19, 2003 Sara, I don't know what the doctor/office would say, but I saw a note here this week that said someone got a prescription from his/her doctor for potassium because they could not tolerate the Gatorade. Check it out. Best, Kate (unknown) > I have a question. When the weight loss slows down, i.e. 1-2 pounds/month, do > you still have to drink Gatorade. I'd love to switch back to Crystal Light. > Thanks for any suggestion. Sara 10/16/02 > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 20, 2003 Report Share Posted August 20, 2003 Glad you are ok, . You can always replace the car not people. There is one rule I always remember because I was in many accidents as a young person. The rule is that lots of people break the driving rules. Drive defensively. I see so many people go thru stop signs or red lights. I became a better driver after having kids. Hugs Diane > > From: " Dunning " <rebecca81r@...> > Date: 2003/08/19 Tue PM 09:09:35 EDT > , HOH-Angels > Subject: (unknown) > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 20, 2003 Report Share Posted August 20, 2003 thanks for the wishes...just taking it a day at a time...this is #3! marge [ ] (unknown) > Good luck to you, Marge! I stopped smoking a little over 8 mos ago > after 18 years of smoking. If I can do this, anyone can. As a > little added benefit, my RA symptoms got much better after being > quit for a month or so. Best wishes to you... > > > > > Hi folks...I decided I didn't have enough stress in my life so I > quit smoking yesterday...It's been 24 hours...I'M using nicorette > gum...and do my jaws ever know it...I have smoked over 40 years...so > this is a change....I'm trying to eat carrot sticks instead of the > junk food...and have added one more day of water aquacizes...trying > to keep my hands busy too...started a new woodcarving project...hope > to make xmas presents...if my hands don't wear out on me.....so > far...so good but it's only been 24 hours..wish me luck..hope > thingns are going smoothly for Tess. have a great day....I'm going > to GS camp today...joined the archive committee...so hope to keep > busy...marge > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2003 Report Share Posted August 21, 2003 Hi I think you mean " off topic " Most topics are on Cochlear Implants however if you have another topic to talk about say like the weather , then that is off topic otherwise nothing is necessary, B. (unknown) HELLO, Just wanted to know if i have to do anything abuot " off line " thankyou ALLISON STONE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2003 Report Share Posted August 21, 2003 Diane, Thanks, I'm glad that I'm okay also. I got to keep the front licence plate- and it's in my room. Thanks for that rule, it's going to be my number 1 car rule followed by seatbelts on and carseats buckled. rebecca Glad you are ok, . You can always replace the car not people. There is one rule I always remember because I was in many accidents as a young person. The rule is that lots of people break the driving rules. Drive defensively. I see so many people go thru stop signs or red lights. I became a better driver after having kids. Hugs Diane > -- __________________________________________________________ Sign-up for your own personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup CareerBuilder.com has over 400,000 jobs. Be smarter about your job search http://corp.mail.com/careers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2003 Report Share Posted August 23, 2003 Dear Chris: I can relate to the pain you are feeling with your dad. My mother had COPD for at least 30 years prior to her death and slowly developed Dementia over the last 10 years or so of her life. I took over her affairs a couple of years before she passed but had been taking care of her either in her home or in mine for a lot longer. My mother was a strong, opinion driven person as opposed to my quieter, lets see what we can do ways and I should have taken over long before I did because there was damage done to her affairs before I even realized it. This is a judgment call because some people develop the effects of the Dementia faster than others. My mother was in denial on that besides the COPD so she was not easy to work with. As long as your dad (and sister) are communicating, things will work out for you. I was alone in dealing with my mother and she had always been the aggressive and take control person and I was used to taking her directives. Once I realized I had to take action, things went better. She fought me every step of the way but once I took over, her protests were just that and I always did my best to make things easier for her. It must be very hard on a person to realize that everything is slipping away from you and you have no control of it. Every situation is different as there are many, many forms of Dementia and studying and researching is the best and first step you must take. Speaking for myself and many of our RA family, you will have support, positive thoughts, compassion, spiritual, and availability from our group to help you through the worst of times and the best. Hang in there (our friend Tess' often quote), you are not alone. Sending angels, offering prayers, and (((((hugs))))). Love spoken here. Jan in CA =^..^= krysia618 <krysia618@...> wrote: Went to the Doctor...he took me off the methotrexate, he said it wasn't doing any good and wanted to see what I would be like without any meds.... ok...he also said it would take about 2 weeks to get them all out of my system... now he is telling me he doesn't believe its RA... WHAT!!!!! can you believe this!!!!! So I'm feeling back to square one with not knowing what is going on... oh yes..he did say... something is going on... auto immune is up... so something.. Anyone.. off me for a min... found out my dad has dementia.. I have suspected this for some time now.. My grandmother (his mom) also had this. Now get this...the doctor really didn't want to do the testing,and told my dad that everything was ok... but told my sister and I that he had a few small strokes, and dementia, also the brain is shrinking. I felt he needed to know this... I remember watching my grandmother go down hill and know that my dad needs to get some things in order before he can't do a thing. This is so hard.. Dad lives in Illinois and I'm in ND. My sister is not far away, but I don't feel she is asking the right questions.. I feel so helpless right now..have to do research on this one and find out what if anything can be done and what to expect and when.. Thanks for the ear...and I just wanted to let you all know what was going on with me and I am sorry I have not gotten on line too much ... God bless all of you.. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2003 Report Share Posted August 23, 2003 Where in Illinois does he live? I'm near St. Louis, Missouri, about 1 1/2 hours south of Springfield, Illinois. We have some wonderful resources in our area. If they are nearby, please contact me personally and I'll pass along the info. One of my preschool children in my daycare goes to church and preschool at a local church that offers a variety of senior program, from homebound care to adult daycare. You might want to search out the Department of Aging also. I believe it's a national website with referrals to the state. Becky [ ] (unknown) Went to the Doctor...he took me off the methotrexate, he said it wasn't doing any good and wanted to see what I would be like without any meds.... ok...he also said it would take about 2 weeks to get them all out of my system... now he is telling me he doesn't believe its RA... WHAT!!!!! can you believe this!!!!! So I'm feeling back to square one with not knowing what is going on... oh yes..he did say... something is going on... auto immune is up... so something.. Anyone.. off me for a min... found out my dad has dementia.. I have suspected this for some time now.. My grandmother (his mom) also had this. Now get this...the doctor really didn't want to do the testing,and told my dad that everything was ok... but told my sister and I that he had a few small strokes, and dementia, also the brain is shrinking. I felt he needed to know this... I remember watching my grandmother go down hill and know that my dad needs to get some things in order before he can't do a thing. This is so hard.. Dad lives in Illinois and I'm in ND. My sister is not far away, but I don't feel she is asking the right questions.. I feel so helpless right now..have to do research on this one and find out what if anything can be done and what to expect and when.. Thanks for the ear...and I just wanted to let you all know what was going on with me and I am sorry I have not gotten on line too much ... God bless all of you.. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2003 Report Share Posted August 23, 2003 My mother is in the beginning stages of dementia. She is 82 and was very much like your mother. She lived with us for 5 years after heart surgery and a bone infection (I had to do IV's on her at home for 2 months after her surgery). We moved her out last year to a local senior complex. We had to because my family could not continue on with her in our home. It was too stressful for all of us and I got to the point I could not even stand to be in the same room with her. We keep a close watch on her but it's easier not having her right here 24 hours a day. I wish I had taken control of her finances years ago (my dad was an invalid for 25 years before he died in 1997). I am an only child so I have it all to deal with. I think that is probably why I have four children. I joke with them that I had four so they could all pass me around every 3 months! My mother gambled a lot of her money away. She and my dad were very wealthy and now I just hope she has enough money to make it through for her bare necessities. We have been buying her groceries and things that she can't afford. Watch your mother's finances carefully if you can. I suspect my mother also gave some money away to some " kind " neighbors at a previous apartment she lived in before my dad died. Also suspect she lost a big chunk in Las Vegas. I really regret we didn't step in sooner but when we tried she accused us of trying to take her money. Sometimes the elderly with dementia give away money to their friends (the ones who use them) by hiding the money in books and magazines and sneaking it out. They also like to hide money in pockets and sew money in linings of coats. I pray you don't go through this but wanted to warn you of some of the things. Also, she might turn on you and you will be the target for everything bad, like she hates you. It doesn't always happen but be prepared in case it does. Just know that is not the same person inside anymore. Becky Re: [ ] (unknown) Dear Chris: I can relate to the pain you are feeling with your dad. My mother had COPD for at least 30 years prior to her death and slowly developed Dementia over the last 10 years or so of her life. I took over her affairs a couple of years before she passed but had been taking care of her either in her home or in mine for a lot longer. My mother was a strong, opinion driven person as opposed to my quieter, lets see what we can do ways and I should have taken over long before I did because there was damage done to her affairs before I even realized it. This is a judgment call because some people develop the effects of the Dementia faster than others. My mother was in denial on that besides the COPD so she was not easy to work with. As long as your dad (and sister) are communicating, things will work out for you. I was alone in dealing with my mother and she had always been the aggressive and take control person and I was used to taking her directives. Once I realized I had to take action, things went better. She fought me every step of the way but once I took over, her protests were just that and I always did my best to make things easier for her. It must be very hard on a person to realize that everything is slipping away from you and you have no control of it. Every situation is different as there are many, many forms of Dementia and studying and researching is the best and first step you must take. Speaking for myself and many of our RA family, you will have support, positive thoughts, compassion, spiritual, and availability from our group to help you through the worst of times and the best. Hang in there (our friend Tess' often quote), you are not alone. Sending angels, offering prayers, and (((((hugs))))). Love spoken here. Jan in CA =^..^= krysia618 <krysia618@...> wrote: Went to the Doctor...he took me off the methotrexate, he said it wasn't doing any good and wanted to see what I would be like without any meds.... ok...he also said it would take about 2 weeks to get them all out of my system... now he is telling me he doesn't believe its RA... WHAT!!!!! can you believe this!!!!! So I'm feeling back to square one with not knowing what is going on... oh yes..he did say... something is going on... auto immune is up... so something.. Anyone.. off me for a min... found out my dad has dementia.. I have suspected this for some time now.. My grandmother (his mom) also had this. Now get this...the doctor really didn't want to do the testing,and told my dad that everything was ok... but told my sister and I that he had a few small strokes, and dementia, also the brain is shrinking. I felt he needed to know this... I remember watching my grandmother go down hill and know that my dad needs to get some things in order before he can't do a thing. This is so hard.. Dad lives in Illinois and I'm in ND. My sister is not far away, but I don't feel she is asking the right questions.. I feel so helpless right now..have to do research on this one and find out what if anything can be done and what to expect and when.. Thanks for the ear...and I just wanted to let you all know what was going on with me and I am sorry I have not gotten on line too much ... God bless all of you.. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 23, 2003 Report Share Posted August 23, 2003 Becky.........this is so true. I don't know why so many in the different stages of Dementia have this urge to hand their money not only to " kind neighbors " but complete strangers. And the accusations do fly if you question anything. My mother let a mooching couple that had mooched off her several years before move into her house without letting me know until after they were in. Because of the laws being the way they are, it took me over six months to get them out after she died with eviction notices, court hearing and the marshalls. During the time they were in the house, by law, I had to continue paying all the bills for them because the utilities and phone and gardener were in place before when they " moved in " and completed a 30 day residency making them official " tenants. " The July and August before, I had put quite a bit of money into the house fixing it up because my mother had neglected it for nearly 15 years. They moved right in and it took me until the following late spring to get them out and in the meantime, they destroyed the house including the new carpeting and it had to be refurbished again before the house could be put on the market. They also had 3 massive German Shepard's that destroyed the yard plus two kids and were on welfare. They tried to convince the judge that my mother had given them permission to live there until the kids were grown (5 and 8). I often wonder if the Dementia was contagious to them and they caught it. The clincher was when I found out they were trying to get her to write up a will. I put a stop to that real quick and was able to have a friend from my church who was an attorney visit her and was able to get her to draw up a Living Trust and it was signed by her in the hospital just day before she died. I don't know why it was so but the attorney told me that it was a good thing because what these people had done about a will could have meant that everything could have been lost to me and my daughters. Just be vigilant and make sure things like this don't happen when a family member begins to have problems with their memories. And you are right, the person you are dealing with is not the person you have known all your life. Jan =^..^= natesmom4@... wrote: My mother is in the beginning stages of dementia. She is 82 and was very much like your mother. She lived with us for 5 years after heart surgery and a bone infection (I had to do IV's on her at home for 2 months after her surgery). We moved her out last year to a local senior complex. We had to because my family could not continue on with her in our home. It was too stressful for all of us and I got to the point I could not even stand to be in the same room with her. We keep a close watch on her but it's easier not having her right here 24 hours a day. I wish I had taken control of her finances years ago (my dad was an invalid for 25 years before he died in 1997). I am an only child so I have it all to deal with. I think that is probably why I have four children. I joke with them that I had four so they could all pass me around every 3 months! My mother gambled a lot of her money away. She and my dad were very wealthy and now I just hope she has enough money to make it through for her bare necessities. We have been buying her groceries and things that she can't afford. Watch your mother's finances carefully if you can. I suspect my mother also gave some money away to some " kind " neighbors at a previous apartment she lived in before my dad died. Also suspect she lost a big chunk in Las Vegas. I really regret we didn't step in sooner but when we tried she accused us of trying to take her money. Sometimes the elderly with dementia give away money to their friends (the ones who use them) by hiding the money in books and magazines and sneaking it out. They also like to hide money in pockets and sew money in linings of coats. I pray you don't go through this but wanted to warn you of some of the things. Also, she might turn on you and you will be the target for everything bad, like she hates you. It doesn't always happen but be prepared in case it does. Just know that is not the same person inside anymore. Becky Re: [ ] (unknown) Dear Chris: I can relate to the pain you are feeling with your dad. My mother had COPD for at least 30 years prior to her death and slowly developed Dementia over the last 10 years or so of her life. I took over her affairs a couple of years before she passed but had been taking care of her either in her home or in mine for a lot longer. My mother was a strong, opinion driven person as opposed to my quieter, lets see what we can do ways and I should have taken over long before I did because there was damage done to her affairs before I even realized it. This is a judgment call because some people develop the effects of the Dementia faster than others. My mother was in denial on that besides the COPD so she was not easy to work with. As long as your dad (and sister) are communicating, things will work out for you. I was alone in dealing with my mother and she had always been the aggressive and take control person and I was used to taking her directives. Once I realized I had to take action, things went better. She fought me every step of the way but once I took over, her protests were just that and I always did my best to make things easier for her. It must be very hard on a person to realize that everything is slipping away from you and you have no control of it. Every situation is different as there are many, many forms of Dementia and studying and researching is the best and first step you must take. Speaking for myself and many of our RA family, you will have support, positive thoughts, compassion, spiritual, and availability from our group to help you through the worst of times and the best. Hang in there (our friend Tess' often quote), you are not alone. Sending angels, offering prayers, and (((((hugs))))). Love spoken here. Jan in CA =^..^= krysia618 <krysia618@...> wrote: Went to the Doctor...he took me off the methotrexate, he said it wasn't doing any good and wanted to see what I would be like without any meds.... ok...he also said it would take about 2 weeks to get them all out of my system... now he is telling me he doesn't believe its RA... WHAT!!!!! can you believe this!!!!! So I'm feeling back to square one with not knowing what is going on... oh yes..he did say... something is going on... auto immune is up... so something.. Anyone.. off me for a min... found out my dad has dementia.. I have suspected this for some time now.. My grandmother (his mom) also had this. Now get this...the doctor really didn't want to do the testing,and told my dad that everything was ok... but told my sister and I that he had a few small strokes, and dementia, also the brain is shrinking. I felt he needed to know this... I remember watching my grandmother go down hill and know that my dad needs to get some things in order before he can't do a thing. This is so hard.. Dad lives in Illinois and I'm in ND. My sister is not far away, but I don't feel she is asking the right questions.. I feel so helpless right now..have to do research on this one and find out what if anything can be done and what to expect and when.. Thanks for the ear...and I just wanted to let you all know what was going on with me and I am sorry I have not gotten on line too much ... God bless all of you.. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 24, 2003 Report Share Posted August 24, 2003 okay thank you. I had by CI in about 5 years ago. I'm happy with it. i have behind the processor. Nuclear 22 esprint. If you have any suggestion about the behind the ear processor let me know. Im due to have another map in September. Stone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 that guy probably thought we put him in there. We were waiting for child services to show up next but they didn't, lol>> ROFLMAO Roxanna... Nick used to lock himself in closets and crawl into boxes... still does sometimes. I am always waiting for Children's Services.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 27, 2003 Report Share Posted August 27, 2003 , Thanks for letting us know how you are progressing... hope the achey, ache, did not turn into something more. Let us know what kind of car you end up with. - debby (mom to Jordan) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 28, 2003 Report Share Posted August 28, 2003 Debby, Thanks. Yeah the aches, did not turn into something more. I'm thinking about getting Honda CR-V. rebecca , Thanks for letting us know how you are progressing... hope the achey, ache, did not turn into something more. Let us know what kind of car you end up with. - debby (mom to Jordan) -- __________________________________________________________ Sign-up for your own personalized E-mail at Mail.com http://www.mail.com/?sr=signup CareerBuilder.com has over 400,000 jobs. Be smarter about your job search http://corp.mail.com/careers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 30, 2003 Report Share Posted August 30, 2003 Dear Dennis, My husband had the same symptoms that you are experiencing. He got his shots back in '98 and a couple of weeks after his 3rd shot experienced the same symptoms. I had to rush him to the hospital on several occasions, thinking he was having heart attack because he had such severe chest pains. His temperature also reached 105 degrees. Anyway, it has been a long hard battle. The doctors at Womack Army Hospital would never acknowledge his illness was related to the shots. They even did a biopsy on his lymph nodes thinking he had cancer. He was in and out of the hospital and eventually went to Walter . To make a long story short, the military basically gave him a false diagnosis of CMV and that was that. After about 5 to 6 months he started to get better but has still had problems over the years. Every so often he will go through periods where he will have the same symptoms. It can last anywhere from 1- 2 days to 2 weeks. It has been an uphill battle. He got out of the military and we have been fighting the VA for over 4 years. We had to go to Washington to the Board of Appeals. He recently got 40% disability for a service connected illness and they did state his illness was caused by the Anthrax. The most important thing you can do is keep copies of all your medical records. We were fortunate enough to have a nurse tell us that and we were able to keep all copies of his medical records including his shot records with the Lot# for the Vaccination. Continue to get your Congressman and Senators involved. We went through that process. We also had to pay out of our own pocket for him to see civilian doctors to back up our case. And we also couldn't have done it without the testimony of Redmond Handy, who testified at my husband's hearing in Washington. This will be a long, hard battle but do not give up! Kristi Cradit (unknown) > my name is Dennis Drew,I recieved the anthrax vaccine on march 24 > 2003 two days later I woke up feeling like I was getting the flu,I > had severe body aches,pounding headache,sore throat,and a weird dry > cough.Later in the day everything started to get worse,I started > having very sharp in my chest,and trouble breathing with sweating. > finally after waking up chocking on phlem and severe night sweats > with a loss of 10 lbs after 4 days I went to the hospital.There I was > told I had severe pneumonia with myocarditis.That was about 6 months > ago.2 weeks ago I came back from Walter at the vaccine > center,getting there was a chore in itself after fighting with > doctors in my unit I had to get congress involved.There I was told > that I have CFS,fibromyalgia and small vessel ischemia in my brain > which is probably causing the severe headache that I have had for 6 > months I also took a neuropsych and the doctor came to the conclusion > that I am a malingerer and their is nothing wrong with me that > couldnt be more farther than the truth if there is anybody with some > helpful advice my family and I would really appreciate it or somebody > thats been where we are please contact me. > > > > Our Anthrax information web site: http://www.dallasnw.quik.com/cyberella/ > /files/VAERS.pdf > DESTROY QUARANTINED VACCINE: > http://www.PetitionOnline.com/mod_perl/signed.cgi?robi2662 & amp;amp;amp;amp;1 > PETITION TO OVERTURN/REPEAL FERES DOCTRINE > http://www.petitiononline.com/fd1950/petition.html > To visit Dr. Meryl Nass's web site, go to: http://www.anthraxvaccine.org > Also visit: Anthrax Vaccine Benefit vs Risk: http://www.avip2001.net AND http://www.MajorBates.com/ > Anthrax Vaccine Network http://www.ngwrc.org/anthrax/default.asp > Military Vaccine Education Center link, http://www.milvacs.org > Sgt. Larson's story: http://www.ngwrc.org/anthrax/heroes/sandralarson.htm > http://www.avip2001.net/CongressionalTestimony.htm > Tom Heemstra's new book - http://www.anthraxadeadlyshotinthedark.com/index.html > Contact list owner: Gretchen at: anna_nim@... > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 1, 2003 Report Share Posted September 1, 2003 In a message dated 9/1/2003 2:17:46 PM Eastern Daylight Time, dirty_rotten_bull@... writes: question has anyone been cured of Aids-related fatigue on this joint? AIDS-related? What a crock of shit. If you buy into the virus myth anything bad is AIDS-related and anything good is the progress of modern medicine. People have restored and maintained perfect health despite an HIV/AIDS sentence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 Yes once again I too am guilty of jumping the gun ...... when the newsweek article came out - I forwarded the link to all I know...... THEN I read it and had to go back and explain to all those I sent the link to - that the article does NOT represent the Autism I know about! That'll teach me.... (unknown) I was somewhat excited to hear that Newsweek was going to have an article on Autism. I even told my students parents to check it out. Now I am kinda kicking myself about telling them to check it out. I was angered, dumbfounded, and confused by the article. I currently have 4 children in my class (3 are severe autism), I refuse to think that they have chosen to act like this. It's amazing what some people can publish and get away with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 2, 2003 Report Share Posted September 2, 2003 Yes once again I too am guilty of jumping the gun ...... when the newsweek article came out - I forwarded the link to all I know...... THEN I read it and had to go back and explain to all those I sent the link to - that the article does NOT represent the Autism I know about! That'll teach me.... (unknown) I was somewhat excited to hear that Newsweek was going to have an article on Autism. I even told my students parents to check it out. Now I am kinda kicking myself about telling them to check it out. I was angered, dumbfounded, and confused by the article. I currently have 4 children in my class (3 are severe autism), I refuse to think that they have chosen to act like this. It's amazing what some people can publish and get away with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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