Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 2A (MEN2A)
To anyone and everyone who may someday take prescription medication: generic drugs and brand-name drugs are not equal. They may have the same active ingredients, but there is no regulation as to the types and amounts of inactive ingredients which are added to the drug. And inactive ingredients can interfere with absorption or cause a multitude of side effects. I have two recent examples for you.
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Do not settle for a crappy quality of life because you’re afraid to speak up. I am a “pleaser” by nature and it works against me sometimes. Clear communication with your physician is always beneficial to your care plan.
Read More...Learn as much as you can about your condition from reputable sources. You live with it every day, so it is important to read the manual!
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Bring your meds and water with you whenever possible. Keep track of taking meds using these strategies.
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Make sure you can get help if you ever need it. Find out what the local protocols are in your area for paramedics.
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Always be sure to carry an emergency injection kit with you at all times. You never know when you may need it.
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There are lots of options for medical alert identification. Here are the most important things to think about.
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It’s been five years since I lost my adrenal glands. For the first few of those, I was on a roller coaster…until the electronic adrenal gland machine landed on my arm.
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“The medullary thyroid cancer isn’t going to kill you. Your adrenal insufficiency, on the other hand…” These were my surgeon’s words at my first post-op appointment in May of 2015.
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I gave my son cancer. Not a lot of mothers can say that and I’m sure none would want to. I also advocated for him and ensured that his cancer was taken away before it could spread.
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