Welcome to a group of great folks who can all
relate in one way or another. You're doing very
well. I'd say your attitude has carried you a long
way. Keep it up!!
It sounds like you are progressing at a good rate.
The pool work out is a great one, just ask Gunny
and now Errol. I understand how cautious you feel
when you are out among people without your cane.
I either had my cane, my hubby, or a grocery cart
for a long time--I am still a little nervous to this day
(April'96 was date of onset) when I'm in a crowd.
The fact that you still do not have bladder control is
understandable. My urologist said the bladder/bowel
is the first to go and the last to return--the bottom four
'rungs' on the spine control those functions. Somebody's
doctor even told them a little verse that spoke to this.
I've rambled. We're glad to have you aboard. These are
great folks. You can speak of your problems or get your
answers here more easily than anywhere else! What one
of us hasn't experienced, another has. We've all been
there! and we understand.
Keep us informed. JanH