bed sores

  1. Jason's Dream

    How much longer do we have?

    Jason's onset was December 2009 and he was diagnosed April 2010. He can't bear weight on his legs now and needs the pattient lift to get into his motorized chair. He can't feed himself. He can't even raise his arms to push his glasses up on his nose when they slide down. He can't even work his...
  2. Jason's Dream

    Update and Questions

    Sorry for being soo MIA. Life, as I am sure most of you know, has been insane for us these past few months. I gave birth 6 weeks premature to a baby girl we named Katherine "Katie" Ruby Abigail. Katherine is after my mom, Ruby is after Jason's grandma (the one who raised him), and Abigail means...
  3. Brother

    ALS and Obesity

    Hi, Greetings to all - new member here. My sister has been recently diagnosed with ALS and I'm trying to get a handle on her obesity. Pre ALS diagnosis, it was not really an issue. We're all adults; you make your own lifestyle choices. Post ALS diagnosis, during my research, I read about bed...
  4. V

    Everything You Need To Know About Caring For Pressure Sores

    Living with pressure sores is never an enjoyable experience. If you are at risk of developing them, or you are taking care of someone who might be at risk, get informed about pressure sores to avoid developing these unpleasant injuries. This guide will tell you the best ways to prevent and care...
  5. T

    Electric Hospital Bed

    Must-see! Has alternating air-pockets that inflate and disinflate to prevent bed sores. In very good condition. Need to sell it by Oct. 28. Serious inquiries call (305)903-0341 or (786)226-1289.
  6. MtPockets

    Pressure sores can come from wheelchairs?

    I recently began to have pain in my bottom area and went to the Doctor after putting up with it for over 3 weeks. I told him I know this is not happening, but it feels like my tail bone is trying to come through my skin. He shocked me by saying, It is. You have a pressure sore that starts on...
  7. W

    Little update with Dave

    Dave was put in the hospital last monday and we just returned home today on my request. He was having difficulty breathing and it was alot more than normal. He was having very short breaths and girgling in his throat. I was suctioning him like crazy and he had so much anxiety. They...
  8. jrienecker

    New to the Forums - My Story

    Hello all! The past few weeks have been incredibly hard, and as a result my mother suggested that I seek support from others who understand this terrible disease. My father was diagnosed in October of 2005. He had just turned 50 and began getting arthritis symptoms in his hands. In January 2006...
  9. V

    Questions Re: Bed sores and morphine

    Good day everyone! My father has been battling ALS for 5 years and what a warrior he has been. Not once has he not had a smile on his face. However, the pain has increased recently, and I am seeking your help on how to make these days easier on him; if at all possible. My father spends 75%...
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