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    Snow shoveling

    I wouldn't say shoveling is like the vest. The vest has impact--jogging might mirror this, but not shoveling. Exercise...YES!
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    Snow shoveling

    I wouldn't say shoveling is like the vest. The vest has impact--jogging might mirror this, but not shoveling. <br /> <br />Exercise...YES!
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    Fireplaces and coughing up blood?

    Well, post TX I was told to avoid fireplaces. Interesting....
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    Fireplaces and coughing up blood?

    Well, post TX I was told to avoid fireplaces. Interesting....
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    Fireplaces and coughing up blood?

    Well, post TX I was told to avoid fireplaces. Interesting....
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    Essential fatty acids

    The important thing to look at is the total EPA. It is recommended to have 1500mgs/day of EPA. Also, the brand is important because the processing of the oil can damage it. Nordic Naturals is highly regarded. If you open the bottle and it smells "fishy", put it back. But yes, Fatty Acids are...
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    Essential fatty acids

    The important thing to look at is the total EPA. It is recommended to have 1500mgs/day of EPA. Also, the brand is important because the processing of the oil can damage it. Nordic Naturals is highly regarded. If you open the bottle and it smells "fishy", put it back. But yes, Fatty Acids are...
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    Essential fatty acids

    The important thing to look at is the total EPA. It is recommended to have 1500mgs/day of EPA. Also, the brand is important because the processing of the oil can damage it. Nordic Naturals is highly regarded. If you open the bottle and it smells "fishy", put it back. <br /> <br />But yes, Fatty...
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    why not

    To your point, Lindsey, having a baby and caring for that baby takes a toll on a healthy woman. I can't imagine a woman with major medical issues such as TX.
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    why not

    To your point, Lindsey, having a baby and caring for that baby takes a toll on a healthy woman. I can't imagine a woman with major medical issues such as TX.
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    why not

    To your point, Lindsey, having a baby and caring for that baby takes a toll on a healthy woman. I can't imagine a woman with major medical issues such as TX.
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    Muscle cramps or twitches

    Muscle twitching is a response when the electrolytes aren't doing their job. The 4 electrolytes are magnesium, potassium, sodium, and calcium. Generally, twitching is caused by a lack of magnesium....but with CF, low sodium levels can cause it too. I supplement with magnesium and I always have...
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    Muscle cramps or twitches

    Muscle twitching is a response when the electrolytes aren't doing their job. The 4 electrolytes are magnesium, potassium, sodium, and calcium. Generally, twitching is caused by a lack of magnesium....but with CF, low sodium levels can cause it too. I supplement with magnesium and I always have...
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    Muscle cramps or twitches

    Muscle twitching is a response when the electrolytes aren't doing their job. The 4 electrolytes are magnesium, potassium, sodium, and calcium. Generally, twitching is caused by a lack of magnesium....but with CF, low sodium levels can cause it too. I supplement with magnesium and I always have...
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    What to pack

    I didn't prepare a bag. When you get the call and it's a go, you'll be sedated and then recovering. My recovery consisted of watching the history channel at point blank range because I couldn't really move (nor wanted to!) for quite a few days. You'll be very busy learning your new meds...
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    What to pack

    I didn't prepare a bag. When you get the call and it's a go, you'll be sedated and then recovering. My recovery consisted of watching the history channel at point blank range because I couldn't really move (nor wanted to!) for quite a few days. You'll be very busy learning your new meds...
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    What to pack

    I didn't prepare a bag. <br /> <br />When you get the call and it's a go, you'll be sedated and then recovering. My recovery consisted of watching the history channel at point blank range because I couldn't really move (nor wanted to!) for quite a few days. You'll be very busy learning your new...
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    Frustrated and sad

    Post transplant patients (like me) are on pred for life. So, while others have said it affects each of us differently, there's no end point for me. As a result of the side effects, I was on insulin for over a year. I'm currently on 7.5 mgs/day for life. Low dose, but never lower at this point...
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    Frustrated and sad

    Post transplant patients (like me) are on pred for life. So, while others have said it affects each of us differently, there's no end point for me. As a result of the side effects, I was on insulin for over a year. I'm currently on 7.5 mgs/day for life. Low dose, but never lower at this point...
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    Frustrated and sad

    Post transplant patients (like me) are on pred for life. So, while others have said it affects each of us differently, there's no end point for me. As a result of the side effects, I was on insulin for over a year. I'm currently on 7.5 mgs/day for life. Low dose, but never lower at this point...
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