SCI-Nurse
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Location: USA
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You need to call the neurosurgeon immediately if you have loss of sensation as a result of taking the methylprednisolone. It is common to have a small syrinx at the site of your spinal cord trauma, and generally unless it gets bigger and bigger or causes loss of sensation or motor function, the normal... -
While you can certainly find a lot of claims made for colloidal silver on the internet, little if any of it is based on scientific research of this product. Silver in other forms is used for some wound care, and there has been some use of silver compounds in catheters (with no proof that it works for...Leave a comment:
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Colonization is a condition that is considered normal in most people with a neurogenic bladder, and rarely should be treated. It is only considered a true UTI in this population if you have signs (fever, elevated WBC in your blood, urine leakage around catheters, blood in your urine) and symptoms (chills,...Leave a comment:
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I used to buy Unjury non-flavored protein powder for my mother. You can mix it in anything from juice, to milk, bake with it, add it to soups and stews, etc. Not the cheapest, but it was the best we could find that didn't have a lot of unnecessary additives or give a funny taste to food. It does not...Leave a comment:
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Hollister also makes a bedside drainage bag with a plastic clamp. Generally Hollister is more expensive than Bard, but you can actually get a sample from them through their website to evaluate if it meets your needs:
https://www.hollister.com/en/product...roducts/urine-...Leave a comment:
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Cranberry juice or capsules are of questionable benefit for any UTI. Studies done in elderly women without a SCI found it may help prevent some infections with e. coli only. The same goes for other juices. Citrus actually makes your urine more basic, so if you are trying to get your urine more acid,... -
How long ago did you notice the kyphosis? Did he mention any syrinx (cyst) in the cord at all? Was your physiatrist talking about a cyst in the spine (bone) or in the cord itself (a syrinx)? Did the NS mention the term "Charcot joint" for your kyphotic area? This is not a common condition,...Last edited by SCI-Nurse; Yesterday, 12:40 PM.Leave a comment:
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When we used the Bard drainage bags with the plastic clamps, we had problems with the plastic breaking under repeated use, so actually preferred the metal clamp.
If you want a bedside drainage bag with a plastic clamp, you might try this one from Medline, although we did experience bag...Leave a comment:
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It is important that your cushion cover is made with a stretchy knit material, as otherwise it can cause hammocking which is a non-stretch fabric holding you up from sinking into the cushion. This is why cushions should not be covered with woven pillow cases or even with Chux.
The more...Last edited by SCI-Nurse; 08-06-2020, 01:50 AM.Leave a comment:
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COVID-19 and SCI
This is a good quick reference for all:
I just learned that one of my former SCI patients with a C6 injury is in the hospital with COVID-19. Bad diarrhea, fever, & coughing, but has managed to stay off the vent. I worry about him!
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I wouldn't jump to any conclusions like this without seeing the wound.
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Are you very skinny? Do you get full quickly when eating? You may have a condition called superior mesenteric artery syndrome (SMAS). Low blood pressure after meals can be associated with this.
Much more likely is Postprandial hypotension, an excessive decrease in blood pressure that occurs...Leave a comment:
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You might also want to try a fine-point Sharpie.
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I have essential tremor, and find these pens make my writing much more legible.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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"If you are a hammer, everything looks like a nail"!!!
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Do you wear slacks with a button fly? I have seen the button cause skin breakdown there before. Can you send a picture?
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Hospital Failed to Accommodate a Patient with Disabilities
Do you know if your state has similar legislation? Talk to your local Independent Living Center (ILC or CIL).
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Tiny Home for person with Tetraplegia
Pretty cluttered, but very functional. You may get ideas from this for your own Tiny Home or even your regular house or apt.
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I am not sure what you are saying about the lube.... can you rephrase it for me?
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Not being able to get the catheter in is not uncommon when you have a UTI. The infection causes spasms of the bladder, and is quite irritated. As the infection subsides, it should get better. You can try taking a slow deep breath in and out as your caregiver is inserting the catheter. In through...Leave a comment:
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