Mom Hasn't Been Well

[gja1000]

Janet, how is your mom doing?

[Janet]

She seems to be doing much better. Day before yesterday she was still just a bit shaky, but not as bad today. Mom had been sleeping quite a bit during the day...something she's never done before. The codiene pain medicine for her hip was causing it. I think Mom is just going to take it before she goes to bed, her hip really hurts first thing of a morning. The arthritis in her hip has been taking a toll on her, but at her age, hip surgery isn't a good idea.

[judy]

Thank goodness she is feeling better Janet!

[gja1000]

Glad to hear that she is feeling better. Yep, Codeine would do a number on me, for sure. Taking it before bed only, is a good idea - except, it makes some people have BAD dreams! I don't think it's a good idea to take it during the day, due to it's neuorological effects (sleepiness, etc). Maybe they could give her something that doesn't have a narcotic in it for during the day.

[Marilyn]

Janet, so sorry that you and your mom are going through all of this. So good to hear that she is doing better. It's amazing how sometimes a small change can make such a huge difference either way. So hope she decides not to go to Florida. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.