Re: TM, TB, and hypertension
Jo Ellen Finkelstein (ghellen(AT)ninenet.com)
Mon, 18 Jan 1999 17:38:01 -0600
A & W Qureshi wrote:
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> I was on the list before but was disconnected due to problems with my IP. These problems have been solved. Now, if only my husband would get
better.
>
> He is a T10 paraplegic, has severe cognitive problems, amnesia, poor short term memory, orientation problems, and sleeps all the time, even
when he is up in hi
>
> I would appreciate any feedback from anyone who has recovered, even partially from such problems.
>
> Thank you all.
>
> Wendy.
>
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> I was on the list before but was disconnected due to problems with my
> IP. These problems have been solved. Now, if only my husband would get
> better.
>
> He is a T10 paraplegic, has severe cognitive problems, amnesia, poor
> short term memory, orientation problems, and sleeps all the time, even
> when he is up in his wheelchair. He was in hospital for 6 months and
> has been home for 5 weeks. He was diagnosed with TM five months ago
> and has shown little improvement. He has poor upper body strength so
> cannot assist with his transfers. He has to be spoonfed as he cannot
> seem to use his cutlery anymore, and his eyesight is almost gone.
>
> I would appreciate any feedback from anyone who has recovered, even
> partially from such problems.
>
> Thank you all.
>
> Wendy.Hi Wendy, Joellen here. I don't think anyone on the list has had such a
severe case of TM, what level is his lesion on? Some of the sleeping
may be because of depression, or possibly from meds he is on? Try to
keep doing range of motion on his arms and legs to prevent any
contracture of the muscles. How responsive is he? He still talks when
he is awake? Try doing a lot of stimulating things, talk to him and
keep him connected to the daily routine. My prayers are with you, I
hope things get better. Joellen