Me and 911....we go waaay back. I have a love - hate relationship with 911, as I'm sure others do too. I hate the 911 call as it is a very stressful time. It means I've already escalated through all the home "remedies" that have helped Mom's condition-of-the-moment before (usually related to chest pain) and… Continue reading Me and 911
Tag: PPS
Showering Mom
Because of Mom's post polio syndrome (PPS), she has lost a lot of muscle strength. Her legs no longer allow her to stand on her own, for more than 20-30 seconds. Her COPD is exacerbated because her diaphragm muscle is very weak and no longer contributes to optimal breathing capability. She is unable to pull… Continue reading Showering Mom
Changing Mom’s Physician
Ever since my parents moved back to Milwaukee from Florida some 15 years ago, Mom has enjoyed the relationship that she has built with her General Physician. Her doctor's staff has been very compassionate and supportive, especially during the winter months when there is no way that Mom is leaving the house in that frigid… Continue reading Changing Mom’s Physician
Introducing My Mom Betty
My mom is a fun-loving spirit and a real trooper who taught me all I know about sarcasm. (You've been warned....!) In spite of that, you'd never really know that she has pretty much lived with pain her entire life, as she doesn't usually complain. As a child, she broke her collarbone ... twice, and… Continue reading Introducing My Mom Betty
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