Gretchen Winchester
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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Is there a Polio support group in Albuquerque, NM?Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dan Hicks May 29.

Increased fatigue
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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 this discussion. Last reply by Dan Hicks Sep 16, 2018.

Night time leg cramps
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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 this discussion. Last reply by Dan Hicks Aug 15, 2018.

Night time leg cramps
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Does anyone else have night time leg cramps and spasms? They are getting worse I think with age. I do take cyclobenziprin at night ever once in a while. If so what do you do about them.Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dan Hicks Jul 22, 2018.

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Bone loss

Has anybody been doing the twice a year IV for bone loss? If so any side effects?Gretchen WinchesterSee More
Mar 11
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Dan Hicks replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion Increased fatigue
"One thing to add:  A few months back I switched from Flomax (for urinary difficulties) to Alfuzosin, mostly because the Flomax causes rhinitis (runny nose).  When my head cleared up it strangely improved my fatigue situation quite a…"
Sep 16, 2018
Dan Hicks replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion Increased fatigue
"I think we've all noticed increased fatigue.  Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) kind of comes with PPS.  I did, for a few years, benefit from taking the ADHD drug Strattera (prescribed by a psychiatrist), but the effect got weaker and…"
Sep 16, 2018
Gretchen Winchester posted a discussion

Increased fatigue

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 disease.Has anyone gone or benefitted from this?ThanksG WinchesterSee More
Sep 16, 2018
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Dan Hicks replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion Night time leg cramps
"One thing to consider if you have leg cramps is your iron level.  PPSers tend to have low iron levels, due to rhabdo, and this can cause "restless leg syndrome". If you suspect this, though, first have your doc check your FERRITIN…"
Aug 15, 2018
Gretchen Winchester posted a discussion

Night time leg cramps

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. No more spasms and cramping. I went online and did some research and come to find out it is recommended for PPS.Give it a try.See More
Aug 15, 2018
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Dan Hicks replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion Night time leg cramps
"There are several possible causes of this, but a common one for PPSers is a sort of iron deficiency (resulting from the ongoing muscle damage we all deal with).  Have your doc test your FERRITIN level in your blood, and if it is low then take a…"
Jul 22, 2018
Gretchen Winchester posted a discussion

Night time leg cramps

Does anyone else have night time leg cramps and spasms? They are getting worse I think with age. I do take cyclobenziprin at night ever once in a while. If so what do you do about them.See More
Jul 22, 2018
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Dan Hicks replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion CBD oil and Tumeric
"Interesting -- I might actually try it!"
Apr 28, 2018
Carolyn Mitchell replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion CBD oil and Tumeric
"Haven’t been on this site in awhile. A year ago, someone insisted I try the turmeric tea (called detox tea on the internet). It has help me tremendously, especially with fatigue and “brain fog”. The only side effect for me so far…"
Apr 27, 2018
Cheryl Stanton replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion CBD oil and Tumeric
"I didn't have any luck with tumeric and black pepper, only mininal results if that so I stopped taking.  Want to try the CBD oil.  Do you take it at night too?  How has it helped?  Does it do anything for the twitching or…"
Jan 5, 2018
Gretchen Winchester posted a discussion

CBD oil and Tumeric

I stopped my CBD oil and went to Tumeric for PPS pain because someone recommended it.Didn't work as far as I could tell. I went back on my CBD oil. Didn't realize how well it worked until I stopped it. I went with a stronger dosage. 45 mg in the morning of the original "Charlottes Web". I have decided to still take the Tumeric since it is good for brain function.See More
Jan 5, 2018
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Cheryl Stanton replied to Gretchen Winchester's discussion Numeric
"Yes, I have tried it off and on because alot of people give it good reviews but it was very minimal relief for me. Since that time I have been told i need a hip replacement so with that pain it didn't work. I will try it again after the hip…"
Dec 21, 2017
Gretchen Winchester posted a discussion

Numeric

I have stopped my CBD oil mainly due to cost and have now been trying Tumeric  capsules.My sister in law with fibromyalgia swears by it. She says it takes a few weeks to start working.Anybody else trying this?See More
Dec 21, 2017
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Gretchen Winchester replied to joseph m gifford's discussion leg and foot pain
"Have you tried CBD Cannabis( legal in all 50 states)? I chew a CBD Gummie with a sleep aid before I go to bed, sometimes two if I really hurt. It helps a lot. I do not like drugs and the side effects and you can not overdose on CBD. Might be worth a…"
Jul 12, 2017
Gretchen Winchester replied to shari Johnston's discussion Sore neck musscles
"Yes, I bought My Pillow. I just change to different pillows all night long. It seems to help to go to Massage Therapy but I can only afford that twice a month."
Jul 9, 2017

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Are you a Polio Survivor?
yes
What year did you contract polio?
1949
Do you have Post-Polio Syndrome?
yes
When did you begin experiencing symptoms?
15 years ago
List any assistive devices you are using...
leg brace and cane
Please describe how polio has changed your life.
unable to do activities I would like to do
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Bone loss

Has anybody been doing the twice a year IV for bone loss? If so any side effects?

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   Has anyone used marijuana for pain and sleep? News story on "Sunday Morning" today saying

seniors over 65 are finding great relief for arthritis pain and help with sleep.

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