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Hogs & Quiches & Prayers Round-up:  Prayers for Better Health, Been Sick  |
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EnchantedWoodsGirl
True Blue Farmgirl
959 Posts
Kathy
New Jersey
USA
959 Posts |
 Posted - May 19 2008 : 8:28:45 PM
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I have not been feeling very well this past month - had hubby home for week with a high fever and a bacterial infection. I have been bruising and staying bruised and have been exhausted. Fibro could be the cause but finally went to the dr and had some bloodwork done. Blood shows body is fighting infection and not sure what it is, now my glands on my neck are very lumpy and swollen and could have been strep but not sure. She put me on antibiotic that I started tonight and I have repeat bloodwork to go for that will also include an Epstein-Barr panel and test for Cytomeglea (sp) virus - also my liver enzymes were elevated again, this happens every so often. I have just not had the energy to do anything. I spent my birthday on Sunday flat out in bed with bad headache, sinus pain, swollen glands and no energy. I want to feel good, I have lots to do and don't have time for this.......I am starting to look like an old banana with the bruises. Send the healing light my way. Hubby went back to work tonight and I know he will be exhausted when he comes home. He works in elementary school and it is germy so that is probably where he picked up something. I have been to the doctor twice in one week, that is not me AT ALL. I have not even planted my garden seeds yet.....*sigh*
Kathy of the Enchanted Wood
Kathy of the Enchanted Wood
Farmgirl Sister #59
http://enchantedwoodmusings.blogspot.com/
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ruralfarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
4309 Posts
Rene'
Prosser
WA
USA
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Posted - May 19 2008 : 9:04:09 PM
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Kathy,
My heavens girl....Absolutley know that I will keep you in my prayers....being that your on antibiotics.. when your done with them make sure to add some probiotics to your diet (acidophilus, bifidus etc) a good homemade keifer or yogart.. what it does it build up for good bacteria (as of course the antibiotics kill both good and bad).. the good bacteria will help support your immune system.....I hope you can get plenty of rest and lots of water.... I will keep you covered in prayer....keep us updated.
Rene~Prosser Farmgirl #185
" Plant goodness, harvest the fruit of loyalty, plow the new ground of knowledge. Hosea 10:12 |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22941 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22941 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2008 : 10:28:21 PM
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Kathy-
I am so sorry you are not feeling well!
I suggest that you try brewing and drinking Kombucha tea. I drink it every day- it helps fight off those little bugs and is supposed to help aid you kidney and livers in getting rid of toxins, especially the bile salts.
I hope you start feeling better soon!
Alee
Farmgirl Sister #8
www.awarmheart.com
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EnchantedWoodsGirl
True Blue Farmgirl
959 Posts
Kathy
New Jersey
USA
959 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2008 : 10:42:04 PM
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I have all the mixings to make a batch of elderberry syrup and never got around to it.....guess I should have had it made a long time ago.
Kathy of the Enchanted Wood
Farmgirl Sister #59
http://enchantedwoodmusings.blogspot.com/
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
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Posted - May 19 2008 : 11:50:42 PM
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Kathy,
Praying for you and thank you for sharing about the bruises. I wondered why I had so many, didn't bruise like this until the Fibro but no one mentioned that one. Ya learn from ya farmgirl friends taht is for sure.
Hugs and love to you
Carol Sue
listening to the quiet moments
Farmgirl #39
www.Quitemoments.blogspot.com |
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Tina Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
6948 Posts
Tina
sunshine state
FL
USA
6948 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2008 : 12:35:50 AM
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hey there Kathy...will be praying for you girl.
Listen..you might want to start upping your intake of vitamin C..start upping your intake of vitamin C to just before it causes you to get diarrhea..seriously..start taking as much as your body can handle.
Take a thousand milligrams then wait an hour or so then take another thousand..build up to where you are taking about 3,000 to 6,000 milligrams a day. Your body will let you know when you have more than you need by giving you that little bathroom trigger..but..if your body needs it..it will alow you to build up to about 6,000 milligrams without any problem. Especially if you are fighting an infection.It will also help with the easy bruising problem.(you might want to read about this in a book by Linus Pauling called "How to Live Longer and Feel Better" it is a very good read about the benefits of upping one's Vitamin C intake)
About the bruising..
Medications and supplements can cause easy bruising
Blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin and warfarin (Coumadin) or medications such as clopidogrel (Plavix) reduce your blood's ability to clot. Because of this, bleeding from capillary damage that would normally stop quickly may take longer to stop, allowing enough blood to leak out to cause a bruise.
Corticosteroids cause your skin to thin, making it easier to bruise. Don't stop taking your medications if you experience increased bruising. Talk to your doctor about your concerns and ask what you should do.
Certain dietary supplements such as fish oil, ginkgo, ginger and garlic also may increase your bruising risk, since these supplements have a blood-thinning effect. Make sure your doctor is aware of any supplements you're taking — especially if you're taking them while on a blood-thinning drug. Your doctor may recommend avoiding certain over-the-counter medications or supplements.
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Nance in France
True Blue Farmgirl
1438 Posts
Nancy
St. Laurent de la Salanque
France
1438 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2008 : 08:19:24 AM
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| Wow, that was a lot of great info from Tina! Adding my hugs and prayers to you, too, Kathy. Hugs, Nance |
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Annika
True Blue Farmgirl
5602 Posts
Annika
USA
5602 Posts |
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Tammy Claxton
True Blue Farmgirl
1559 Posts
Tammy
Glen Burnie
Maryland
USA
1559 Posts |
Posted - May 20 2008 : 12:31:54 PM
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Praying that you feel better soon. I have the Epson - Barr virus from a long ago bout of Mono. I have chronically swollen glands and a mild case of chronic fatigue as a result. It's not fun, but it could be worse. Hang in there friend...we are all thinking of you!
Crafty Bay Farmgirl Chapter
"What doesn't kill you will only make you stronger"
Farmgirl #152
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Lainey
True Blue Farmgirl
2401 Posts
Elaine
Waco
Kentucky
USA
2401 Posts |
Posted - May 21 2008 : 07:51:39 AM
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Kathy, I'm sorry to hear you are not well. I've been thinking about you lately. I hope that you are feeling better soon. I'm sending warm, healing thoughts your way. Please take care.
(Hugs)
Farmgirl Sister #25
http://countrygirldreams.blogspot.com/ |
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