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I have recently had occasionally been having frequent 'instant' urinating. Then will be able to go in time. Muscles don't work there, mostly comes out on the potty chair because of gravity. Totally disabled. Sit up on motorized chair. Any suggestions? Praying no catheter yet.

I have been experiencing extremely sharp pain in the area at both sides of my ribs. It's sporactic.. Never both sides at the same time. Using no breathing aids. it doesn't last too long. Sometimes move to the back at ribs. Als pain? Appreciate suggestions. Karen

:?:I have a feeding tube (2 years), laryngectomy (1 yr.), no trac, use supplement. Have episodes of neck spasms, excess saliva, sometimes diarrhea, usually excess bm, since I don't go daily. Sometimes because of stomach burning, take antiacid. Seems to shorten duration. I think its part of...

I had a peg placed two years ago. Bolus feeding. No problems until a few months ago.The hole started bleeding and sporadic pain. Cream helping. Doctor suggested Mic-Key Button. I am not sure. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Thankful for all your responses.. Fortunately, we have found a van. So blessed! The people here are such a Godsend!

Hello texastracy! Good to meet you. Would like to chat when convenient!

Thankful for each reply!:smile:

Thank you.

My wheelchair is a Permobil M300, mid drive. Looking for a used handicap conversion van with manual side ramp. Prefer 2005 or newer model, with lower mileage. Live in west Texas. Please reply thank you.

Tracy, So sorry for your fall! Praying for you! I agree with the others regarding the rollator. It is a security blanket! And you have a seat with you, just remember to lock it! Karen

Sincere sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort from our thoughts and prayers.

Hi, was wondering what you do about teeth cleaning. I can't swallow water, have a feeding tube and want to prevent issues with oral cleanliness??? Appreciate any info. Pray for you often. Karen

I try to do the same. Very difficult for my husband. He has always depended on me for house, yard, cooking, etc. He has provided well for over 40 years. So frustrating for males to multi-task. God definitely created us male and female with different wiring! I am learning how to respond with...

Sorry to see you here, but thankful to see another Texan native. Sounds like we had diagnosis about the same time! Staying encouraged!

Hi ed, I also decided to have a feeding tube, PEG, inserted early. Have bulbar. For me I was having trouble swallowing, especially water, started using thickner and was glad I did the tube so to keep calories at a good amount. A nutritionist spoke to me after the procedure to let me know what...