How close in time were those 3 pneumonias?
Do they know why you are aspirating?
Have you seen a pulmonologist and an ENT for recommendations?
Do you also have any problems with your immune system or diabetes?
Do you have an underlying lung disease...
hlh
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Location: US
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I realize this may not be possible, but is there any family nearby that can break her free? Bring her to live with family for the near future? Is she on Medicaid? Can you review with the local Department of Aging (or equivalent) all of the resources she is eligible for? Who knows... maybe she would...Leave a comment:
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Have you had testing of your Immune system to see if there is a reason why you have had so many cases of cellulitis? It is not normal at all. UTIs, cellulitis, osteomyelitis... Not normal!!
My father had a couple cases of cellulitis years ago, before his spinal cord injury, and he saw...Leave a comment:
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I think you are a rock star. I am so sorry you had to deal with this complication on top of everything....Leave a comment:
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My Dad also had this problem. His podiatrist told him a simple solution that kept his toes dry and slightly separated - a touch of powder (you have the right idea!) and a wisp of cotton to gently separate them. Every night he places a little powder between his toes using a Q-tip - he uses miconazole...Leave a comment:
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I agree that seeing a good gastroenterologist with an interest in neurogenic bowel is the best step. But that can be hard to find.
By cutting out bread and dairy, you are also cutting out food that helps stiffen things up, unfortunately. Talk to the gastroenterologist about the best strategy...Leave a comment:
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