Eloise’s Profile
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Eloise
is feeling OK
Hopefully I'll be doing a Happy Dance this week after I finish my last class for Master's. A Happy, happy dance with Margaritas.
About Me
I am the mother of three sons: 27, 25, and 15. I teach English and speech at our local high school. I have been married for 26 years to my soulmate and best friend. I am recently diagnosed with MS and have lots of questions. I am pursuing a Master's Degree in special education. I enjoy walking, reading, gardening, and being with family
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Recent Activity
Today
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Eloise replied to LeannaB’s discussion post poll - fatigue issues in the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) support group 5 minutes ago
I have lived with fatigue forever it seems. I've probably had MS for many years. My neuro. thinks this…
Yesterday
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Eloise updated their status 3:49am
Hopefully I'll be doing a Happy Dance this week after I finish my last...…
Thursday
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Eloise gave DellaJeanne a Hug 1:05am
It's wonderful that we have our own little faith community! Thanks for starting this group. Michelle…
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Eloise gave deeitsme a Hug 1:03am
Thank you! I am thrilled that I have been able to accomplish this (well, almost). July 10th--Margarita…
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Eloise commented on deeitsme’s journal entry Great Goddess of Rain 1:01am
Hey Dee, We've had a lot of rain here as well. The end of May and beginning of June--rained for nearly…
July 2
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Eloise replied to DellaJeanne’s discussion post Caffeine helps MS? in the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) support group 1:47am
Finally, something I don't have to give up after hearing it wasn't good for me. I'm not sure that the…
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Eloise updated their status 1:39am
July 10th: all requirements for Master's Degree done!…
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Eloise gave deeitsme a Hug 1:13am
Thanks for the hug! I'm doing pretty well...only two classes left until all of the requirements for my…
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Eloise gave katielang a Hug 1:12am
Thanks for the hug! I'm doing pretty well...only two classes left until all of the requirements for my…
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Eloise gave RachelWitt a Hug 12:53am
Hi Rachel, I think someone else sent me your hug chain. I generally don't forward things on, but I did…
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Hugbook
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Hi how have you been my friend? Pray everything is going well Aron
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Thanks for the encouragement. Have a great day and God bless you.
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High Five
WAY TO GO!!!! That is AWESOME!!!! YOU GO GIRL!!!! I just love you up!!! XO D
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that is really great...way to go!!!
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well hello friend, how've you been? xoxoxo
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Support Groups
Close Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Type: Relapsing-remitting MSI am a 50 year old mother of three diagnosed with MS in October of 2006.
Treatments
- Avonex Working / Worked
- Side effects were easily taken care of with ibuprofen (flu-like symptoms); felt more energetic for a few days and symptoms seemed to improve. Very few side effects now.
- Symmetrel Somewhat Helpful
- Given this for fatigue. Sometimes I think it helps; sometimes not.
- LDN - Low Dose Naltrexone Working / Worked
- I believe it is giving me more energy and motivation! I feel much less overwhelmed when I take it.
- Laughter Working / Worked
- Nothing beats a hearty laugh--makes me feel wonderful! I have a quirky sense of humor, but so enjoy laughter.
- Prayer Working / Worked
- This should actually be my #1 treatment because without faith, I am nothing.
Close Diabetes Type 2
I was diagnosed with diabetes two years ago (type II). Fortunately, I am able to control it through diet and exercise. Four months ago, I was diagnosed with Multiple Schlerosis. I am a high school teacher.
Treatments
- Dietary Modification Working / Worked
- When I watch carbs. and exercise, it is easy to keep my blood sugar at appropriate levels. I've become much more knowledgeable about carbs. and portion sizes.
Open Depression
Type: Clinical (Major) DepressionI have suffered from depression for over 25 years. I was recently diagnosed with MS and have had this condition for ??? Depression is a symptom of MS.
Treatments
- Effexor Working / Worked
- Fantastic! Don't know what I would do without it. Went from Zoloft to Paxil to Effexor. Paxil started harming my liver. Effexor is a life-saver!
- Paxil Working / Worked
- I take a tiny dose along with effexor since Paxil started doing damage to my liver. The combo. I take works extremely well.
- Xanax Working / Worked
- I take just a tiny dosage. I have a high anxiety level and the small dose takes the edge off.
- Support Groups Working / Worked
- Talking with others who share similar experiences is comforting as well as reaffirming.
Open Conduct Disorder
We adopted a special needs child at the age of 2. He was diagnosed with Reactive Attachment Disorder, which is an umbrella of sorts for ODD, ADHD, mood disorder, learning disabilities, and now the 'fringe' of a conduct disorder. Now that he is 16, my husband and I are definitely challenged as parents.
Treatments
- Zoloft Somewhat Helpful
Open COPD & Emphysema
I have been tentatively diagnosed with COPD, having had lung/sinus infections since 10/07.
Treatments
- Albuterol Somewhat Helpful
- I don't like this drug as it hypes me up. I think it does help a little though.
- Pulmicort Somewhat Helpful
- I just know this has a steroid in it and that I have to really rinse my mouth and gargle to avoid yeast infections. I'm uncertain if it works; I use it right after the albuterol
- Prednisone Working / Worked
- Makes breathing a bit easier. Seems to work less and less the more I have to take it. Hate the side effects as I taper off.
- Menthol (Topical) Working / Worked
- I have loved this since I was very young. It really helps stuffy noses! I also rub in on the soles of my feet and put soft fuzzy socks on. It seems to help curtail coughing somewhat. At any rate it is a comfort medicine more than anything else.
