"I take a daly magnesium supplement which has alleviated leg cramps."
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Ed in December 2019
I finally got a Leicaflex. I couldn't afford it when it was introduced in 1964 - could barely afford it in 2019.
"Just got a phishing email from member James Pollard. Administrator, please let me know what to do with this - I can forward you the email."
"Nice warm morning. Got one of two raised beds ready for planting. YEEHAA."
"Hi Brian. While looking through the members I noticed you and I were the only ones that contracted polio in late 60's. If you'd like we can compare notes anytime you wish. Stay safe and thanks for sharing your information. If…"
"Ms. Patterson. I just became a member and suffer from pps as well.
We do not live too far from each other so I just wanted to say hello and thank you for sharing your information. Stay safe."
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Night time leg cramps 2 Replies
I used to take cyclobenzaprin for muscle spasms at night. This made me groggy the next day. Finally my arthritis Dr. prescribed gabapentin. What a relief! I started with 100mg. Then I went to 200 mg.…Continue
Started by Gretchen Winchester in Connecting. Last reply by Penelope Gibson May 6.
Albuquerque, New Mexico 1 Reply
Is there a Polio support group in Albuquerque, NM?Continue
Started by Gretchen Winchester in Connecting. Last reply by Dan Hicks May 29, 2019.
PPS and pancreatitis?
I'm wondering if anyone here has been diagnosed with pancreatitis -- a (usually chronic) inflammation of the pancreas. Symptoms are pain, fatigue, progressive neuropathy, and several others. (Sound…Continue
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Started by Dan Hicks in Symptoms Mar 25, 2019.
Anyone else tried hydrochlorothiazide?
My endocrinologist prescribed hydrochlorothiazide (12.5 mg daily) to supposedly reduce my risk for kidney stones (which has been a problem over the years).But after I started taking the pills I found…Continue
Tags: hydrochlorothiazide, pain
Started by Dan Hicks in Connecting Dec 14, 2018.
Osteoporosis - Loss of Bone Density 1 Reply
As a group with limited weight bearing over the years, I am interested if members have been advised to take medication for osteoporosis and if so, what has been your experience with that specific…Continue
Started by florence edelman in Connecting. Last reply by Dan Hicks Sep 29, 2018.
Increased fatigue 2 Replies
Has anyone noticed increased fatigue with aging?I read some articles on a PPS blog and it was mentioned a PM&R Physician might help.Called Physiatry. They help people recover from injury or…Continue
Started by Gretchen Winchester in Connecting. Last reply by Dan Hicks Sep 16, 2018.
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