Posts by coastalrider94

Lisa Edwards11 said:So, where exactly do you place karaoke on your scale?

Have you checked which live act is playing this Friday?

When I talk about "kids"... they sing so incredibly well that they honestly put many American pop stars to shame. Speaking of karaoke though... we really do live in a land of amateur superstars. Their singing just blew me away. It was like watching Zachary and Nicholas perform a masterclass in 😉

hmm... rowdybadger41, tell me, does this book actually exist? Is there any way to get my hands on a copy here in the States, specifically regarding the algorithm 🙂?!?

How is it possible that absolutely nobody has seen this yet 😁?! I’ve been hearing things about him everywhere 😁 😁?!

Does anyone happen to have any insight regarding this? Is it actually worth sitting down to watch?

Larry Cruz51, which handsome lead actor are you talking about in 😁Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?
For my part, I found the movie quite decent—rather sentimental and soft, if you will; it actually resonated quite deeply with my own hormonal fluctuations last week. 😬It’s a sweet little thing, really, though my husband managed to drift off during his second viewing, which wasn't exactly a catastrophe. 😁
And honestly, those outfit combinations Andrea wore after her makeover? Absolutely divine... just mouth-watering.

I am looking into getting a crown on my first molar. My dentist at the university clinic mentioned it would cost me $167 to get it done... does anyone know what the typical rates are at a private practice?
I ask because the filling she gave me last time—which was actually my first experience with her—was such a disaster that it’s practically a joke.

Frank Campbell2 said:I honestly never felt the need for a prescription for any of them, even the ones I picked up myself. But tell me, how do you actually know which specific kind you need? It’s not like they all work for the same type of infection.

It’s much like when you visit a specialist; you go in, and they present you with options—Option A, Option B, or Option C. I usually just point to the first one and ask for the prescription (I believe it was something like Clotrimazole or similar). Once, my primary care physician even handed me Plymicol—she wasn't technically supposed to write the script, but she did—and other times I’ve just gone straight to the pharmacy to buy exactly what the gynecologist suggested, and they worked fine enough.
Since I’m on birth control, these yeast infections seem to be a recurring theme, so I assume many of those vaginal suppositories are designed specifically for that purpose...

I would actually love it if you could walk me through how things work with your doctor, because I am genuinely curious about the protocol used by serious medical professionals.😉 I have this nagging feeling that they don't just hand out suppositories without hesitation.

And you’re telling me you really don't need a prescription for them?

Please accept my apologies in advance for not having combed through the previous pages.<

I find myself wondering about something specific. When you go to a pharmacy to pick up vaginal suppositories, is it possible to get them without a prescription? If so, which ones can be bought over the counter?

My primary care physician was unwilling to write me a prescription, then one pharmacy refused to sell them to me without one, yet at another location, I was able to purchase them quite easily... I am feeling rather perplexed by the inconsistency.

Is there perhaps a pharmacy in the greater metropolitan area where I might walk in and simply ask about over-the-counter options? I would prefer not to continue wandering aimlessly through this fog. Until I manage to switch gynecologists, I have no desire to step foot in his office again.😢

Thank you!

Joseph Lee3 said:There is simply nothing better than a sip of Cola after a heavy meal—it really gets the metabolism revving up... nothing just stays sitting there!

I am of the opinion that the most significant issue regarding Cola and similar beverages is benzene.

Wait, if I have gathered the facts correctly, benzene is a known factor, yet Cola remains on the shelves; however, that seems unrelated to pesticides, which aren't definitively proven, and perhaps that is why they face boycotts globally?!!

On a different note... whenever I sit down to a pizza, I absolutely must have a Cola, otherwise I find it nearly impossible to finish the whole thing. 😁 It is almost as if the Cola dissolves those initial slices I consume, effectively clearing space for the rest. 😬 It is a thoroughly tested phenomenon!!

goldenotter3 said:I shall commence my duties immediately.☕

I find myself wondering... if I were to express a similar sentiment, would there be an opening available? Do you happen to have any vacancies at the moment? 🤔

Genghis Khan said:Who on earth would write out an full medical report in Latin?? My standard practice is simply to list the diagnosis 😈
That is how we were trained in med school. Besides, if there is anything specific you need to know, you can always just ask me.

Oh, what a total SMART ASS 😁

Karen Nguyen said:What about the medulla oblongata?
or the spinal cord?
There are plenty of terms that have variations in different languages—take "spinal cord," for instance—but people don't really use them casually because even if you tell someone it’s the spinal cord, they probably wouldn't be able to point to where that actually is. Don't get me wrong, I don't know every single technical term either, but some things just don't have a direct substitute. It’s simply easier to remember and more efficient to use when one specific word tells you exactly what it is.
How would you even go about naming a Sulcus?
It's just this tiny little groove. There are hundreds of them, and they all start with "sulcus" this or "sulcus" that.

I happen to be familiar with those terms, since my medical school curriculum provided us with a foundation in Latin and the structures of the nervous system.😬

Look, I agree that basic brain structures—and honestly, every part of the body—have their own Latin names. That’s what doctors and specialists study because, frankly, there isn't any other way to learn it.😁 But the issue here wasn't about the existence of Latin terminology itself; it was about writing a MEDICAL REPORT entirely in Latin... exclusively in Latin. If you're a doctor and you actually have the desire and the patience to sit down with every patient (or anyone curious enough to ask) and explain what every single term means, then more power to you. But I assume that’s a rarity, given the sheer MASS of practitioners who simply don't bother.

My point is, what happens if I find an old report from ten years ago that I suddenly need to reference, and I'm stuck staring at a Latin diagnosis of a disease? Am I supposed to have to track down my physician just to get a translation?!?
By the way, there shouldn't be an argument over using Latin, since that's how doctors communicate with one another, but surely you could include an American English translation as well. After all... only a small fraction of the population in the US has a high level of education, and even among those, only a tiny percentage ever sat through a Latin seminar in med school. So, presumably, only doctors and students or professors of Latin wouldn't require further clarification😬 ?!?

Is this some kind of political commentary 😁?
Are people actually afraid to drink a Cola now that there’s news about harmful ingredients, or are you all still sipping away regardless?
I mean, why would anyone even put pesticides in a beverage in the first place? What is the actual purpose behind that? Does it somehow enhance the flavor profile or something? I honestly haven't a clue... please, walk me through it. 😉

Carol Lee4 As stated by:
Codeine possesses sedative properties. If one were to ingest it over an extended period, it essentially falls into the category of mild drugs—assuming, of course, that it is being misused. It functions much like a slow-acting sedative, similar to how a heavy meal might induce sleepiness, only more chemically driven. When used outside of its intended medical purpose, it moves into that gray area of substance abuse.
And yet again, we find ourselves at this point: Plivadon remains available over the counter without any prescription required.!

I find myself in complete agreement with you; that was an absolutely stellar post!

Regarding that quote... Coffee shop. Furthermore, it contains substances that are inherently addictive. 🙂

Karen Nguyen said:Every physician ought to be proficient in Latin, given that every doctor across America understands the language, which facilitates seamless communication during professional collaborations.

So, you have two doctors attempting to bridge a gap using Latin...🙏 😬

I still find myself unconvinced that there is a need for such heavy Latin usage in medical records. For instance—consider my own experience—I have certain diagnostic reports from ten years ago, specifically those from my ophthalmologists, and I sit there staring at them, unable to make sense of anything for half an hour. 😁 It is perfectly acceptable to ask for clarification if a term is unclear, certainly... but what of these historical records? When I wish to review my past medical history, I am left adrift because I cannot decipher what the doctor explained to me a decade ago.?!

The most illustrative scenarios occur following an X-ray, perhaps after breaking an arm. Imagine the sequence: they take the image, hand you a printed report containing the physician's assessment—written entirely in Latin, naturally—and in the frantic interval between the X-ray and being wrapped in a cast, I suffer a minor nervous breakdown simply trying to determine if that "contusio" means a break, a crack, or a bruise. 😬

To the esteemed doctors out there, and indeed to the old guard as well: rather than swearing by the sanctity and necessity of Latin as a universal tool for communication, why not simply provide a clear translation into plain American English right next to the Latin diagnosis??

Does anyone happen to have more comprehensive details regarding this specific situation?

I find myself part of the demographic that is essentially fueled by Cola—whether it's just a plain Cola, Cola paired with chocolate, or even that odd combination of Cola mixed into wine, and so on. The mere thought of having to stop consuming my favorite beverage brings about a sense of mild frustration. 😁

Is there a genuine possibility that we'll be deprived of those sweet gummy polar bears and the free half-liter Christmas promos 😁?

On a side note, what exactly is happening with the rest of the lineup from The Coca-Cola Company?!

Lisa Rodriguez84 said:but if we are discussing food and drinks, I think I would most enjoy a brandy flavored with marijuana.
that would be quite the sensation.

Well, there is something somewhat similar; it is actually a liqueur infused with marijuana, a greenish hue—I cannot recall the exact name, though I did sample it just last week... manufactured in Prague.😬
it provides a rather peculiar sensation, yet the flavor itself is acceptable.🙂

I find myself grappling with similar issues, though I suspect it truly boils down to a matter of habit. And much like any habit you cultivate, it is something you can eventually prune away, if I may use such a metaphor.
My specific struggle involves staying up far too late... for instance, one day I might accidentally find myself wide awake until 3 or 4 in the morning, and naturally, the following day I end up sleeping in much later (being a college student has its perks, I suppose 😁). Then, the next night, sleep eludes me again until the early hours, creating this exhausting cycle that lasts a week or two until I am completely drained and forced to drag myself out of bed by 7 AM every single morning. Once I do that, everything stabilizes. However, the moment my schedule slips even slightly, the whole cycle begins anew 😢... especially on the weekends when I go out. Today, quite frankly, I slept through half the day 😢..

Obligations, the truth be told—right now, I lack any formal responsibilities. I really ought to sit down and focus on my studies, but that is a separate conversation entirely 😁

I believe the key is to establish a steady rhythm and maintain it regardless of external distractions. That suggestion about having coffee at 8 AM that someone mentioned? I imagine that would certainly assist in resetting the clock 😁

Dammit, now I have a craving for coffee 😲

Of course I believe we should be communicating in American... though I suppose playing God is always more entertaining, isn't it?

P.s. check your inbox, you have a PM 😉

Quick question—my memory is failing me on the specific name of that antifungal cream, you know, for yeast infections or Candida... is it Canesten?? I honestly can't wrap my head around it right now. Does anyone happen to know what the price tag looks like if you're just picking it up over the counter without a prescription?