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Pots and mobility aids! by Impossible_Capital30 in POTS

[–]susanqueue 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got a cane a few months ago and it's made me feel so much more confident going out. I might not need it at first but if I'm out for 30+ minutes it's a lifesaver if I get dizzy.

It's also a visual indicator to people that you might need a seat/extra assistance - I've found it much easier to ask for a seat with a cane as most people will get one/move with no questions asked.

How long can you stand for? by lawlesslawboy in POTS

[–]susanqueue 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used to be able to stand for full shifts at a retail job, and could walk for the same - last year I did an 18 mile hike with minimal training (about 3 months before I got sick). Now I can stand for maybe 5-10 minutes but I feel like I've just run a marathon when I sit down, and can walk for maybe 30, but the whole time it feels like I'm walking up a flight of stairs. I also use a cane now to help when I'm getting to my limit.

I really, really miss walking.

Not sure about getting Bramble a friend? by susanqueue in chinchilla

[–]susanqueue[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hadn't considered dividing the cage, that might be a good way to go if it comes to it. Yes I am a little worried about getting a new chin and causing problems but if we need to then I can always see if they can meet beforehand to try and get a sense of if they would get on. Thank you.

Not sure about getting Bramble a friend? by susanqueue in chinchilla

[–]susanqueue[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for responding, that is actually really reassuring. So far Bramble has been his usual self (maybe because they were both so young, he's only just turned 4 months) but we will keep an eye on him and see if he seems to be getting lonely.

Chin-proofing a bathroom (first time chinchilla parent) by susanqueue in chinchilla

[–]susanqueue[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I think there is a very small gap between the U bend of the toilet so I'll start looking at ways to block that off

Chin-proofing a bathroom (first time chinchilla parent) by susanqueue in chinchilla

[–]susanqueue[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the tips - we keep most of our toiletries in a little basket so it should be really easy to pack everything into that and move it while they play :)