Current health issues, and feeling very unsteady. Plus took a fall

Oh dear Marie, you must be frightened when you feel
things are not right, I am sorry to hear that you have
issues, hopefully the meds that you got are the correct
ones and that you will feel great after they are finished.

Mike.
 

Marie5656 said:
So, sit down and put your feet up...Marie is gonna tell a story. For a while, since my surgery I have had issues keeping my balance. Not dizzy, just a sense of not being able to stay upright.
A couple days ago I took a fall...tripped trying to walk past something. Luckily I had my alert button on, and had to call for help. Also,a few days ago I went to the doctor for some breathing issues, and at my request they tested me for a UTI *Urinary Tract Infection. Got meds for both.
I have this week felt unsteadier than ever. A friend here, a former nurse, suggested it MAY be related to the UTI.I go back to my dr in a couple weeks for a follow up to all this. I keep my walker within reach at all times. And my anxiety is kicking in big time.

I guess I just need to vent and talk things out.
Also, being in the middle of the Blizzard of 22, tomorrow, Christmas, has pretty much been postponed for a while. My family is closer to Buffalo. Worse than here. Still a travel ban.

Here is my bruised up finger

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So sorry you took a fall, after your operation were you put on any new medications? I ask because as I'm sure you're aware some cause light headedness. As well your balance issues might be due to an inner ear infection, cold, or virus.
Anyway, so glad you weren't hurt badly when you fell!
Happy Holidays!
 
Marie you mentioned that your follow-up doctor's appointment is in a few weeks.
I know travel is difficult now, but a warm up is coming. Maybe you could ask to have your appointment sooner.

I think you mentioned another anti-anxiety medication was added. Do you think that could be making you feel unsteady?

Have a Merry Christmas, enjoy your steak! Feel better.
 
Falls are so dangerous when we get older. I took a bad one myself this year.

This was posted a few days ago. How are you doing now, Marie?
 

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