'Dysautonomia is any disease or malfunction of the autonomic nervous system. This includes postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), neurocardiogenic syncope, mitral valve prolapse dysautonomia, pure autonomic failure, multiple system atrophy (Shy-Drager syndrome), Autonomic Instability and a number of lesser-known disorders.In some cases, dysautonomia results in a reduction in the ability of the heart and circulatory system to compensate for changes in posture, causing dizziness or syncope (fainting) when one, eg, stands suddenly. In other cases, the heart may race (tachycardia) for no apparent reason (known as Inappropriate sinus tachycardia), or the kidneys may fail to properly retain water (diabetes insipidus).The effects of dysautonomia may be minor, only limiting the patient's activities slightly, or they may be totally disabling, leaving the patient bedridden.'
According to my physician, he does not think I will get much worse. He believes I will be able to walk a few feet at some point. He thinks my energy level will improve. However, he says for me not to expect to see any changes for at least 6 months. Now, that is just unacceptable.
The sucky monster is about right... Dys sucks all the life and energy right out of you and there isn't much you can do to stop it. Right now things are going pretty good for me considering I'm walking and talking again! Yet the tachycardia and insomnia and stomach problems are horrible. But just do like I do... keep trusting in Jesus! Hope things get better :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you see more better days than bad in the near future. Stay strong, dysautonomia sucks-I like the sucky monster analogy : )
ReplyDeleteIt's good that your blessed with many friends and a wonderful family! <3
xoxo
-erinj0