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11-04-2009, 07:34 PM
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Location: DFW Texas
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UGH! I have a kidney infection
On Tuesady the culture came back positive for a uti/kidney infection Sunday and Monday I began to get more and pain in sides and lower back along with some fever, chills and by Tuesday morning a small amount of blood in my urine They changed my antibiotic from Cipro to Macrobid but I have no significant relief. The fever and chills a have begun to diminish slowly. My MS and IBS symptoms are still with me as well.  Being sick almost all the time is really wearing me down physically and mentally.  I can't function like this. I am really depressed. I'm tired of feeling like an invalid. I could really use some prayers and support. I always find comfort and understanding on this message board. Thanks for listening.
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Natalie
I am multi-diseased with : MS, IC, IBS, and PDF
Diagnosed with IC - May 2006 IC symptoms : burning and frequency
Diagnosed with MS - March 2004 MS symptoms numbness in arms and legs, muscle weakness, major lack of bladder control and increasing bowel control problems. I wear Depend underwear 24/7.
Diagnosed with IBS - Sept 23, 2008
Diagnosed with PFD - Oct 1, 2008
Divorced Oct. 2009
IC Meds
Elmiron
Hydroxyzine
Elavil
Lortab for pain
Uristat
MS Meds:
Betaseron
Novantrone
Corticosteroids
Skelaxin ( muscle relaxer)
Neurototin for pain
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life." - John 3:16  
The Serenity Prayer:
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.
Last edited by Natalie41; 11-04-2009 at 07:43 PM.
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11-05-2009, 01:52 AM
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Natalie, I'm so sorry you are going through this. I notice that you have a lot of health problems to deal with & I also know how stressful it is. On the plus side you do tolerate the antibiotics so hopefully the infection will be under control soon. I will keep you in my thoughts & prayers. good luck!
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11-05-2009, 02:28 AM
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Did they do a culture and sensitivity test? If not, I suggest you ask for one to be sure you are on an antibiotic that's effective for the specific bacteria.
Donna
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11-05-2009, 07:47 AM
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Location: Pennsylvania
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 Hope by today that you are feeling a little better!
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11-05-2009, 08:16 AM
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Location: dayton oh
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Natalie,
I know what you mean. I've been having problems with kidney stones the last month. I quess I finally pased them. But I still feel worn out completly. If you don't mind me asking? What symptoms do you have with the MS?
I hope yur having a better day today!
hugs and blessings
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11-06-2009, 07:17 PM
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Did they do a culture and sensitivity test? If not, I suggest you ask for one to be sure you are on an antibiotic that's effective for the specific bacteria.
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Yes, they did do the test and said Marobid was the right antibiotic for this infection. Over the last two days I am gradually impoving. Thanks to everyone who replied to my post. I really appreciate the kind words and support I get here.
Thanks, Natalie
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Natalie
I am multi-diseased with : MS, IC, IBS, and PDF
Diagnosed with IC - May 2006 IC symptoms : burning and frequency
Diagnosed with MS - March 2004 MS symptoms numbness in arms and legs, muscle weakness, major lack of bladder control and increasing bowel control problems. I wear Depend underwear 24/7.
Diagnosed with IBS - Sept 23, 2008
Diagnosed with PFD - Oct 1, 2008
Divorced Oct. 2009
IC Meds
Elmiron
Hydroxyzine
Elavil
Lortab for pain
Uristat
MS Meds:
Betaseron
Novantrone
Corticosteroids
Skelaxin ( muscle relaxer)
Neurototin for pain
"For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him shall not perish, but have everlasting life." - John 3:16
The Serenity Prayer:
God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.
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11-07-2009, 05:20 AM
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Natalie,
I'm so glad that you are feeling better.
Hugs and blessings
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