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Dear Loibmt,
I'm sending a big hug right back to you ! Thank you, for responding and for your thoughtful comments ! I do feel overwhelmed most of the time with dealing with my increasingly painful osteoarthritis and COPD. I am trying to address one issue at a time. I call it "Checking off each box" that I can and then move on to the next. I am grateful that I can, for the most part take care of myself. It is a real challenge that we live in a Colonial and the stairs are very difficult for me. We should have addressed "down sizing" years ago. I have an intolerance to steroids. I am very sensitive to all medications. My bp elevates to 220/130 for days. Even with medication. I can tolerate Tylenol. For now, the orthopedic surgeon that I saw on Wednesday has given me guidance as to what I need to do to find out if I qualify for shoulder replacement. This involves many tests and appointments, so it will be center stage for a while. However, I did have a successful yearly eye exam last week and I plan to have my remaining teeth cleaned soon. The denture specialist was not very positive about me having "a stable upper arch". You see, I did use your notes about questions I should ask the dentist. They were very helpful ! He is thinking about whether or not dentures would be successful. He promised to call me when he figured it out. He has not called me. So I will see him in person soon and ask what he thinks. Thank you, again for all of your support and expertise. It is such a comfort to know you are willing to help me! I will keep you posted. How wonderful that I can reach you in Wisconsin, from here in Detroit, MI.
Take care of yourself,
Many blessings !
Holly
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Dear Loibmt, I hope this up-date finds you well !!!
I have decided to go ahead with having the remaining five teeth In my upper jaw removed and getting dentures. I have just had my annual cleaning and the impressions taken for my upper denture. I am not sure at all that this is where I should be focusing my attention since I still have not had either of my shoulders replaced and my hips are very sore and I am still trying to find an inhaler that I am not allergic to that will address my COPD, but the dentist said my teeth are in such bad shape that they should be extracted and replaced with a denture. The plan is to have the teeth extracted in 2 weeks and then the denture put in place immediately. I am also dealing with Thrush that I have gotten from not rinsing out my mouth adequately after I use my inhaler. If you are still willing to walk me through this next part of my journey to address my health challenges I would sure love to have your input and support. I can't tell you how much I value your knowledge. I did have a hard time making the decision to get dentures or have my cataracts removed. Which to do first. I hope I made the right choice. I used your questions to ask the dentist and he said my "Upper arch" is not the greatest and I am going to have a real challenge getting use to the dentures. For now, I am not willing to get implants, because every rootcanal I had eventually ended up with an abscess. I seem to be very sensitive to medications and very prone to infections even though I am meticulous about hygiene.
If you are still willing !!! I look forward to hearing from you and thank you again for all of your help in the past. My year off of all bisphosphonates is over in March, 2024.
Bless you, Holly
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Oh my goodness, Holly, you’ve certainly got a lot on your plate right now. It’s difficult to process all of that on a daily basis, isn’t it? I know how overwhelming it seem when everything feels beyond your control…only so much you can accomplish in a day. I love your idea of checking off each box and moving on to the next in order to manage your day and pace yourself.
That reminded me of a discussion in our forum started a few years ago by a fellow mentor, @becsbuddy about the Spoon Theory, a means for getting through each day when you have limited energy. I’ve posted the link below where you’ll meet @becsbuddy @hopeful33250 @nana75165 and many other members who practice the spoon theory. ☺️
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/how-do-you-plan-your-day-and-conserve-energy-are-you-a-spoonie/
I think that’s a cool way to mete out time and energy in a day. But when I think of spoons, I think of food! 😂 So I have my own method for coping that keeps me away from the fridge!
Sounds like you’re getting good advice from your orthopedic surgeon and I hope you’ll be able to get your shoulder surgery taken care of soon. That seems like it’s the most pressing item to get out of the way! Getting a new shoulder can make a huge difference in your comfort level. A friend had a shoulder replacement not long ago and it was a game changer for her! She had range of movement again and little pain. The recovery period with PT wasn’t always pleasant but she said it was nothing compared to the pain she had before surgery. So she’s a happy camper.
I wish all the best for you and don’t hesitate to run ideas past me when you find out what your dentist came up with for a treatment plan.
We’re just across the big lake from each other! ☺️ Finally a gorgeous day in Wisconsin and not so oppressively hot & sticky! I tend to lose my cherub-like demeanor in that weather. Haha. Stay cool and keep me updated. Hugs! 💕