"To be nobody-but-myself in a world which is doing its best, night and day, to make me everybody else means to fight the hardest battle which any human being can fight, and never stop fighting"
Douglas writes about his attack and his recuperation in his eighth book, My Stroke of Luck.
Eating whole grain foods may reduce the risk of stroke for women.
THE STUDY AND RESULTS
Use this form as another tool of communicating the level and area of your pain with your physician or health care provider.
| To keep a record of your pain treatment effectiveness you can print the form and complete it at your leisure. Use one form for each medication you are taking. |
When did your pain start? __________
2: What caused the pain?_______________
3: Have you had prior pain problems? (circle one) YES NO
4: Is your pain constant? (circle one) YES NO
5: Does your pain come and go? (circle one) YES NO
6: Which terms best describe your pain?
__ aching
__ throbbing
__ pounding
__ numbing
__ pins and needles
__ burning
__ stabbing
__ other (describe in your own words)
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Patients on their deathbeds should be given more pain relievers even if the drugs hasten death, researchers at a Toronto-based medical ethics think-tank argue in a study released in March 2003.
The researchers said their recommendations clarify the blurry lines between euthanasia, which is illegal in all countries expect the Netherlands, and good medical care for dying people who are in pain.
The study's guidelines could spark controversy with groups opposed to euthanasia who say they're concerned that doctors might take the recommendations of the study too loosely.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder where a person has recurrent and unwanted ideas or impulses (called obsessions) and an urge or compulsion to do something to relieve the discomfort caused by the obsession. The obsessive thoughts range from the idea of losing control, to themes surrounding religion or keeping things or parts of one's body clean all the time. Compulsions are behaviors that help reduce the anxiety surrounding the obsessions.
This is a link to a very useful website. This link in particular is to a self-help course than is very highly recomended by many doctors and OCD patients.
This material is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the medical advice of your doctor or any other health care professional. Always consult with your physician if you are in any way concerned about your health.
Revised May 30 2002
© 2002 SLPM Self care Ltd.
This is a link to a very useful website. This link in particular is to a self-help course than is very highly recomended by many doctors and OCD patients.
This material is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the medical advice of your doctor or any other health care professional. Always consult with your physician if you are in any way concerned about your health.
Revised May 30 2002
© 2002 SLPM Self care Ltd.
