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Originally Posted by Jennifer 1967
Checking in. I had a lovely Thanksgiving with my family and a wonderful time visiting with M. She leaves tomorrow morning.
Lithium ER is working out well with one side effect: I’ve woken up between 3-4 the past three nights nauseated and throwing up. I’ll call my NP Monday and I’m having bloodwork done that day so I’ll get it worked out. Feeling like myself again.
My brother is not well: not eating or drinking and too frail to walk unassisted. He’s only 56 but has COPD, diabetes and had a heart attack 6 years ago. He’s also very stubborn and won’t go get checked out. I’m afraid it’s going to come down to calling the police and an ambulance. I don’t want to lose him and I’m quite worried.
Warm regards to all and hugs to those that are struggling.  |
I’m glad you had a wonderful holiday with family and especially M
If the vomiting happens again tonight you might want to skip a dose of Lithium as vomiting can be a sign of toxicity which is dangerous... how much are you on now? And when was your last blood work ? When do you take your lithium ? Are you taking it with food ? Are you drinking enough fluids ?? Just becareful
My heart breaks for you with your brothers poor health
Do you know why he’s so against seeing a Doctor ?