Heehee, I have an appt. in July anyway. But I already take medicine
for high blood pressure. And I made sure I had it all three days.
I think it was more because there was no breeze. And with my
breathing issues at times anyway it doesn't help.

I go to my pcp every three months. Oh and I had all labs done last time, and will again when I'm there.

Donna :hug::grouphug:

Donna,

Certain medications can cause reactions to the heat more than
other medications can.

I will look them up to see what I can find.

M

Medications and Heat Exhaustion / Heatstroke
 

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Hi Donna,

Above are some medications that can effect being out in the sun.:hug::hug::hug:

Mari

Mari is right…

Do you check your BP at home to make sure it is not running too high/low? Sometimes the doses need to be adjusted or meds need to be withheld some days because BP is too low. You can ask your PCP if he thinks those meds are playing a role in your heat sensitivity, and ask for advice.

In the meantime, maybe some gatorade along with the water?

I don't check my blood pressure but should start. Will work on it.

I don't care for Gatorade, but have been drinking it or powerade.

Donna :hug::grouphug:

Yeah, gatorade is kinda gross… a little salty. You can always mix it with some water since you will be drinking water as well. Mixing in some sparkling/soda water makes it much more appealing, too.

Checking your BP right now is important because you are on cardiac meds and are having those issues with the heat. I'm glad you're going to be doing it more often :)

No I'm not on cardiac meds. Unless you mean the blood pressure medication.

Donna :hug::grouphug:


We had tornado and thunderstorms watch and warnings last night. During the
early and late evening, into the morning. I hate those kind because I
can't stay up and watch it all night.

It wasn't easy either knowing Derrick was in a apartment alone, and worrying
the worst would happen. But all seems well this morning. I am going in and
taking him to his yearly physical this afternoon.

Donna :grouphug:

Yes. Water pills / Diuretics. Also beta blockers.


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M

:grouphug:thanks.

Donna :hug:

Yes, the BP meds are cardiac meds.

Did you want to stay up to watch if you got the storms because you were worried, or because you like watching them, too?

I'm sure you have many worries with Derrick living alone now. It must be hard :hug: I hope that he got a clean bill of health at his physical so you have no new worries :hug::hug::hug:

Well it wasn't the best of visits. Even though I have a goiter. And have
had ultrasounds. He found two goiters, or at least that is what it
sounds like. I didn't know it was possible to have two. He was concerned
because one is bigger than the other. So he is having an ultrasound.

Also had blood work, and got an call this morning his phosphate is high.
So has to have the CBC I think they called it again in 6 weeks when he
goes back.

Donna :hug::grouphug:
Otherwise good day with Derrick. And I was just worried about him. There
tornado watch started later than ours. But its looking like I wont need
to worry. The downstairs tenant had come the night before in middle of night to get him and the other upstairs tenant to the basement.

:hug::grouphug:

good neighbor!

Take care, Donna :Heart:

The men in your life keep you busy.


M

I'm sorry the doctor's appointment didn't go better :hug:

I am glad that Derrick's neighbor is looking out for him :)

Really eventful day for Derrick.
1. has two or so throid nodules that will have another ultrasound in 6 months to see if any bigger.
2. Then he and I went and got him an new dog. Its a chiweenie. Its a great
puppy at 8 months old. She told Derrick he has been through some training
as a service dog. I believe we will see about getting the things done so
he can be one.

Then Will and I went to his speech. Really should say batman and I he
loves his outfit. And everyone gets a kick out of it.

Donna :hug::grouphug:

I hope that things will go well with Derrick's new puppy. He will be great company. I hope that you're able to continue his training as a service dog. That would be a great help. I also there's an agency that offers a free or very, very inexpensive program.

I love, love, love the batman outfit. lol. I can just see him. It cracks me up :)

Haven't posted on this one in a while.

Wanted to update about Will. I wasn't very happy with outcome of request and evaluation for AAC device yesterday and meeting. No written report,
and the fact that no one from agency that supposedly did the evaluation didn't have anything to say to me.

They know me better than this. Is all I have to say. I got so mad last night I couldn't sleep I'm really tired today.

Heehee, will be requesting Independent Evaluation.

Also he isn't Autistic according to them, at least for School. Will ask the developmental pediatricians at Riley maybe for new evaluation also have to decide. Wont change at school but that is okay for another year or two.

Donna :hug::grouphug:

I'm glad you know your way around the system Donna...
No doubt that's why you were so ticked off at the results, but I know that you are savvy enough to get Will the evaluation and resources he needs.

I'm sorry that things didn't work out better. It must be very frustrating :hug:

Another who understands and agrees with my thoughts about the
device.

His private speech therapist pretty much said that an independent
evaluation is good idea.

She couldn't believe that they said, its just his motor speech not
working. She also agrees with me that there is not lots of odds that
lots more improvement will happen.

Donna :hug::grouphug:

Is the device like this, Donna?


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M

Thanks Mari.

The device, yes would be something like this. Its called a prologue
and it can be put on a mini pad also from what I understand.

If its the right version. We would even buy one for home and
have it probably on a mini pad, or insurance he's on Medicaid
would also cover it.

I'm getting ready to write a request for an Independent Educational
Evaluation. Which the school would pay for. But I'm also considering
getting a evaluation or something in writing from his private therapist
so his insurance can provide same thing at home.

Since I'm not sure they will like sending it home. We thought
we would check it out and use a while then provide a duplicate
for home. But we can get it through his Medicaid too.

Donna :hug::grouphug:

Donna,


He will like the mini iPad. They are nice and can be loaded with lots of apps.

This list of groups might be helpful to you.

5 Ways to Get a Free iPad for Your Special Needs Child! | WonderBaby.org


M

Thank you mari, you are a wonderful resource!
((((HUGS))))
bizi

I hope all of this works out Donna :hug:

Playing with iPads can reduce anxiety in children
 

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M

:grouphug:Thanks again Mari.

I should clarify he has an IPAD that he plays games, watches movies and
sings with. We would get another one just for a device for talking.

Reason being we don't want him to see it as a punishment. And that
way the talking and device would only be for that.

Donna :hug::grouphug: