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    extreme air hunger

    On Laurie suggestions we increased vte,. That has been helping
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    extreme air hunger

    OK I have decided to have five mg of morphine three or four times daily. I combine with mmj and Ativan. we will see how that goes. Thanks for all the input. Don't know how I would get through this with out you all
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    extreme air hunger

    this is happening more frequently and it's terrifying. Yesterday I woke from a nap and suddenly couldn't take in a deep breath. Only point five ml morphine settles me down. I suspect this is part of the end game. I don't really like the way morphine makes me feeling, but wondered if starting...
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    MIC-KEY and thick formula

    I would call doctor and explain problem and demand larger diameter. They simple to change out and you deserve it.
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    MIC-KEY and thick formula

    do you flush before and after the fees feeding With plunger ? do other liquids go through easy? I believe you can get larger diameter button according to my doctor.
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    alternating air pressure mattress topper

    just a regular sheet. I can feel the alternate pressure and that is secret to comfort. I sleep on back and can't move at all. I can go twelve hours comfortable with my mattress.
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    alternating air pressure mattress topper

    I use vive alternating pressure pad. Comes with mattress topper and opump. on amazon under one hundred. The One you have was awful for me! hospice only provide crappy one s so I bought my own!
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    conflicted, not for newly diagnosed

    nona, ir I think we all have been there and it's so hard to feel left out. That is when I take some mmj and put on music and let my self drift to sleep. ! so sorry you are feeling down,. You have friends here always. Hang in,. - kay
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    stop the bruises

    one of my caregivers hasn't adjusted to the need to be more gentle. I have bruise all over hands and arms., so yesterday I had notes written on tape all over my body that say be gentle! We had a big laugh but it's working!
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    Advice/suggestions on diapers and other incontinence products

    btw we learned to pull up brief while on commode and then sling. No more painful rolling to sides in bed.
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    Advice/suggestions on diapers and other incontinence products

    found tranquility premium extra absorption briefs work beston amazon ,.
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    conflicted, not for newly diagnosed

    sharing my feelings... We have entered the hardest stage. It’s difficult to understand if you haven’t experienced the dying process up close and personal. I want to let go and fly free of all the pain and suffering. I want my family and dear friends to be set free from this nightmare and move...
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    alternating air pressure mattress topper

    exactly! A huge win for both pals and cals
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    alternating air pressure mattress topper

    if you're sleeping well you don't need. It helps my back and hips. Also I am able to stay in one position for twelve hours comfortable.
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    alternating air pressure mattress topper

    I started using this to prevent pressure sores and it works great. The pump went out last night And I woke with excruciating hip and back pain requiring morphine to alleviate pain. did not realise how important that sucker was. Fortunately we had back up pump. I could not be without it!
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