Tag Archives: Illness
The great oatmeal war
One of the “joys” of having the neurological problems that I deal with is that every day is an adventure. Half my days are what I would consider normal, being able to function to an extent around the house, and … Continue reading
The saga continues
Again, I have been remiss in posting anything for a while. However, I do have an excuse, since my little “adventure” in August I have been having all kinds of problems with cognition, memory, and severe neck and head pain. … Continue reading
Sciaticus Pinch (with apologies to Harper Lee)
Two weeks ago I woke to the sound of a painful moan. Looking about the room I realized that the moan had emanated from me. As I attempted to roll over and push the dog out-of-the-way, I was struck with … Continue reading
The waiting game
This past Monday, June 4th, I had the joy of visiting the physical therapy department at Wishard. I’m no stranger to this office, having had numerous appointments with them for my leg issues. It was Kristen, the therapist, that recommended … Continue reading
Abraham Lincoln, Edmund Burke and Wishard Hosptial
Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States, was a man known for his passion for the country, and his sense of humor. He was also known as one, who when upset with someone or situation, would write a … Continue reading
Military Taking Lead in Research
Having the medical problems that I have had, and the fact that I have had a dozen concussions over the course of a life time, it is great to see that someone, somewhere is finally taking a hard look at … Continue reading
On Taxes, Disability and Advocacy
It’s been a bit since I last posted, and there has been quite a lot going on in this wonderful maze I call life. I have had the joy (note heavy sarcasm) of having to deal with both my local … Continue reading
Gashes, blown out knees and doctors
I was talking to a dear friend of mine today, and she was sharing how her son, a freshman in high school, was injured during a wrestling practice. He had been paired against a senior, and ended up with a … Continue reading
Turn your head and cough
Several months ago I started having pain in and around my groin area. At first I thought it was a pulled muscle or some such thing, and really paid no attention to it. In January it started to get worse, … Continue reading
She looked deep into my eyes
Last Friday I had an appointment with the eye doctor. Since I am having to go through the public healthcare system, I ended up at Indiana University’s School of Optometry. I do not have a problem being a learning experience … Continue reading
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