A nasty spill on my scooter... They’ve got me in a long leg cast for now, and I’m headed back in on Monday for more imaging and a consultation with the orthopedic surgeon... If they decide they need to realign everything, does that pretty much guarantee surgery? And what are the actual risks if they can't get those fragments to sit right? (From what I gather, it's a tiny bone fragment involved)
Hey there... I’m typing this one-handed since my right arm is currently stuck in a splint. I managed to break one of those tiny, troublesome triangular bones in my wrist...
The diagnosis says: "multifragmental Fractur of the Triquetrum with dorsal displacement of the fragments."
If there are any resident doctors on here, could you weigh in on how serious this actually is? What kind of recovery or next steps should I be expecting?
Since I'm right-handed, getting my full range of motion back is everything to me. Honestly, I'm pretty miserable right now—the pain is constant, and the thought that the bone fragments have shifted and haven't been reset—just wrapped up until next week—is really weighing on me.
Sandra Williams70 said:Flonase, Motrin, Zyrtec, Benadryl, Xyzal—it’s all the same nonsense. They barely work, yet doctors keep pushing them despite knowing they’re ineffective long-term. It’s simple: there is massive money involved—do the math and you'll see just how deep the pockets go. Heaven forbid someone actually develops a cure that works; ninety percent of the competition would vanish overnight. That represents hundreds of millions in lost revenue, something Big Pharma won't permit under any circumstances. Their goal isn't to heal—it's to ensure you buy ten different useless products instead of one effective solution.
It's not that they don't work at all... although I do agree that some of these things can be harmful.
Motrin, for instance, can lead to dependency if you aren't careful.
Flonase and similar corticosteroid sprays can be bad over the long term, but it's the only thing that helps me when pollen counts are at their peak.
As for Zyrtec, Benadryl, and the rest, they often fail to provide relief and can be harmful over time, but they help me survive that one critical window of symptoms.
I try to manage my off-season allergies with natural remedies and by avoiding allergens, but I haven't found a single natural solution yet that could stabilize my immune system enough to stop the reactions during peak bloom.
You only need to use Flonase once a day. I’m not entirely sure why people suggest taking it in the morning—I’ve tried using it then and felt fine—but it works. That said, do you find yourself pairing the spray with an antihistamine, like Zyrtec, Allegra, or Claritin? Usually, using both together provides much better relief...
I find that approach helpful too; I try not to overcomplicate things by just using basic saline sprays, like . However, if your sinuses are constantly running due to allergies, there's a real possibility they might be inflamed as well—perhaps even dealing with a bacterial infection... Have you had any blood work done, like an ESR test, to check for inflammation? Has anyone actually confirmed that there isn't an underlying infection present?
It’s possible you need something more potent for the allergy itself, or perhaps you're dealing with allergic asthma...
The best move would be to head back to your primary care physician, tell them plainly that you aren't feeling well, and see where they take you from there...
It’s late, I can't sleep, so here I am listing my symptoms again... I can't breathe, there's constant coughing, and my nose is perpetually stuffed up. As soon as I lie down, the coughing starts and I feel like I can't get any air in (plus this popping sensation in my chest). I went to several private specialists for testing—spirometry, lung scans, sinus checks, you name it—and everything comes back "fine." The doctors claim it's just a severe dust allergy. Look, I don't want to be a hypochondriac, but is it actually possible for an allergy to be so intense that I can't sleep all night and end up gasping for air? It feels exactly like an asthma attack. One night I even rushed to the ER like a lunatic because I couldn't catch my breath, and the woman there just tells me: "It's not pneumonia and it's not bronchitis, just up your allergy meds and you'll be fine." You have no idea how exhausting it is to spend the entire night choking on a cough and struggling to breathe, only to have to go to work in the morning. I'm at a loss. Should I go out and find a second—or third—opinion?😢
It is entirely possible that this is all allergy-related. Before I finally found a decent doctor who actually had the foresight to send me for allergy testing and prescribe a specific treatment plan, I would feel terrible for weeks on end.
Generally speaking, if allergies this severe aren't kept under control, they can develop into allergic asthma...
What are you currently taking for your allergies?
If it really is just a dust or dust mite issue, simply cleaning the apartment won't cut it. You need to make sure the room where you sleep has no carpets or heavy curtains, and you should invest in a new, high-quality hypoallergenic mattress and pillow. But if this has only flared up in the last few days or weeks, it’s more likely you're reacting to something currently in bloom (and plenty of things are blooming right now).
I had a similar flare-up a few days ago. My doctor initially suggested I take Allegra (once in the morning and once in the afternoon) along with Flonase spray twice a day. I'm feeling a bit better, though I plan to drop to a lower dose once I stabilize. Still, after an attack that intense, it always takes me a few days to fully recover...
Irregular periods with such massive swings in cycle length are almost always a sign of a hormonal imbalance. You really need to see a gynecologist, and potentially an endocrinologist too—I personally dealt with similar fluctuations when I was managing hypothyroidism. But regardless, you absolutely have to talk to a doctor. What are you waiting for by avoiding the clinic? Avoiding the specialist won't make the anxiety go away, and it certainly won't solve the underlying issue.
And just to be clear, sexual activity isn't the cause here. This is strictly a hormonal matter. If you're bleeding for this long, you need to seek medical attention immediately to get something to help stop the hemorrhaging.
I assume you’re looking for some kind of desensitization serum, likely recommended by an immunologist or an allergist, if you need to source a medication from abroad, there are local pharmacies that coordinate directly with providers across the European Union (like those in Germany or Italy, for instance). Whenever I needed something that wasn't stocked locally—or something that was simply cheaper overseas—I would just go to a pharmacy in downtown Chicago. As long as you have a prescription or a formal diagnosis specifying exactly what you need, they can order it for you, and you can usually pick it up within a few days.
You might want to dig into the fine print online for those various cards. From what I recall when I was looking into this about six months ago, American Express offered the best deal—lowest interest rates on installments and the smallest annual fee. They actually had a promotion running where you could secure an American Express through JP Morgan Chase with just a single phone call. It caused quite a bit of chaos for them for a few months because they weren't even entirely sure who they had issued all those cards to.
I'm not trying to play advocate for any specific credit provider—I wouldn't want anyone getting the wrong idea, especially since I've stuck solely to Mastercard after giving up on the others. I’m simply suggesting you compare the terms of different cards. Remember, you don't necessarily need a card from the same bank where you hold your checking account.
Also, if I remember correctly, the Federal Reserve-affiliated institutions offer relatively decent revolving credit options if you already have a checking account with them. It’s worth looking into, as a revolving line gives you the freedom to pay in installments without the retailer ever being involved. You pay the merchant upfront, then settle the balance with the bank in increments that suit your budget. Granted, the interest rates tend to be higher than what you'd find with American Express, but it offers flexibility. Wells Fargo has a similar setup with their Go card.
There are so many options out there these days. Since you have internet access, why not do a little digging into the various banks and their offerings?
So, you’re getting pretty close to your limit, aren't you? Look, here is how it works: Generally speaking, if that specific card allows installment plans at the retailer, you shouldn't run into any issues—provided your installment amount stays within those $233. Of course, that depends entirely on the store's policy, though in my experience, they rarely offer installments on anything other than American Express or Diners Club, so you might want to check with the merchant first. But... I know for a fact that things can get tricky with American Express. If someone already has several items on a payment plan, is nearing their credit limit, or has just recently opened the account, weird things happen. I've seen cases where the store calls for authorization, and American Express just denies it. It’s happened to people who have no trouble paying their bills; it’s just one of those awkward situations where the bank decides to play it safe and hedge their bets, even without a legitimate reason to deny the transaction.
Just to be safe, you could give Intel or the Federal Reserve a call and let them know about the upcoming purchase. That way, they won't flag it as suspicious. At least, that’s what worked when I dealt with American Express.
There are actually quite a few moving parts here that could go wrong.
Oh, one more thing: is this a standard credit card or a revolving line of credit? If it’s a revolving account with a total limit of $5,000, you won't be able to exceed those $233 because your available credit is calculated based on everything currently outstanding on the card. Though, I assume it isn't revolving, otherwise the installment option would be automatic and you probably wouldn't be asking.
Hold on a second, how can you have anything on a Visa? It’s either a credit card or a debit card. If it’s a credit card, you might have a set limit—which usually implies you have a steady income to cover the bill, even if you don't have the cash sitting in your account right now. If it's a debit card, you just have whatever funds are in there to spend, and you can't go beyond that (unless you have an authorized overdraft, like with some Maestro cards). As for installment plans, those are typically available with Diners Club or American Express. You rarely see them with Mastercard or Intel, but honestly, that depends more on the specific store and their agreement with the credit issuer rather than just the card itself. And of course, those payment plans can come with interest or be interest-free.
Which bank issued the card? Are you perhaps using that Intel debit card from Wells Fargo? If so, despite the "Visa" branding, it isn't actually a credit card, so you won't be able to use it for installments or any kind of credit.
If you're really looking to split a purchase into installments, your best bet might be asking a family member who carries an American Express to make the purchase for you. Then, you could just pay them back in two chunks. It’s generally a safer bet that an Amex will offer installment options, though, as I mentioned before, it ultimately comes down to the merchant's policy.
Sure, I was doing some reading earlier, and it looks like they’re planning to build something here using some seriously outdated technology.
But what I was really trying to get at in my previous post is that I’m not going to lose sleep over it. I’ve got enough on my plate dealing with my own health issues right now—kidney allergies and things like that. To be honest, I feel like the damage from the old industrial plants and those massive incinerators has already been done. Sure, things might get worse, but the harm is already there. Washington, D.C. is a long way from being a healthy city.
Honestly, we’re already in a pretty bad spot. I personally think installing incinerators equipped with high-end filtration systems and strict safety protocols could turn things around. For instance, there’s an incinerator right in the middle of downtown Chicago, and you can’t smell a thing, let alone see ash in the air.
I still remember how unbearable the stench was in downtown Los Angeles during those recent construction projects near the old industrial district. Then, there were those news reports recently claiming that old, uncovered ash is just sitting there—full of heavy metals and even slightly radioactive.
So, in my view, moving toward incineration is a step in the right direction, though it all hinges on the execution. And frankly, I’m feeling pretty skeptical about how they’ll actually pull it off.
But at the end of the day, the health risks are already a reality simply because we live in such a massive, heavily polluted metropolis.
hollowmarlin49 said:Can't find any pants at Macy's today, my basket just won't cooperate with size 44. But shirts and tops? Always plenty. I've got such a great figure, you girls are gonna be jealous. Found something cute for my top, but pants and shorts... total lottery...
Actually, both Macy's and Black & Decker carry pants up to a size 50. (I've "grown" to a 48 myself, so unfortunately, I know the struggle)
I usually pick things up at local markets, too. Marks & Spencer is a bit pricey for me, even if they do have some lovely pieces.
Then there's Topshop and similar boutiques; if they happen to have my size, the cuts are often so strange that I can never quite make them work.
Regarding the BB collection at H&M, I heard they discontinued it because it wasn't selling well—though I can't say for certain since I haven't been in lately.
Someone mentioned L'Antique; I can confirm they carry larger sizes and decent items, though I haven't actually pulled the trigger on a purchase there yet. But I have discovered a few small, unassuming shops that tend to stock larger sizes. One is near British Airways, and another is over on Masarykova Street. If anyone is truly interested, I can dig up their names. Aside from sizing, I also have to keep an eye on the price tag. I'll occasionally treat myself to something substantial, but I don't have much extra cash lying around for everyday wardrobe updates.
I’d suggest starting with her primary care physician. While I agree you probably need a neurologist or a neuropsychiatrist—you hit the nail on the head there—it's best to clear things with her doctor first to settle any doubts. Besides, you'll need those referrals anyway. Make sure you go to those appointments and tests right alongside her. If this turns out to be some form of dementia, such as Alzheimer's, there are actually a few newer medications available that can significantly improve quality of life. And I'm not talking about simple supplements to help circulation; I mean actual targeted treatments designed to improve cerebral blood flow and slow down the progression of the disease. They can truly add meaningful years to someone's life. If Grandma is otherwise healthy, why wouldn't you want to help her stay that way for as long as possible?
The only thing you really need to prepare for is that these specific medications often aren't covered by insurance. That said, the costs aren't astronomical. If my memory serves me regarding $117, a monthly dose for my grandfather wasn't nearly as bad as one might expect.
I think they might just send you straight for a chest X-ray at this rate.
However, I did stumble upon an interesting article.
Pay close attention to those last few sentences. Perhaps you should mention you've had your period and are waiting to retest? It would be best to avoid any unnecessary radiation exposure, wouldn't it?
Personally, if the reaction is a bit more intense, I find that taking some Claritin helps, though it usually takes a couple of days for the symptoms to fully subside. I’ve also found relief using ice or those topical creams you see advertised everywhere—things like Kamagel or Benadryl—the ones specifically marketed to soothe skin irritation from bites and similar issues.
Doctors always struggle when you try to justify taking sick leave for more than just a couple of days without a clear-cut diagnosis,
but perhaps there’s a way to play it smart—claim you caught a stomach bug. You tell the doctor you drank something ice-cold too quickly and now you’re stuck running to the restroom constantly. (To be fair, this actually happened to me; after I downed some freezing sparkling water on a sweltering day, it took me five full days to feel human again.) It’s a decent strategy because you won't have a fever, yet it creates a situation where you simply can't be away from a bathroom for long, and besides, no lab test can definitively prove or disprove a virus in the moment.
If that doesn't work, you could always just take a few unpaid days off. Honestly, in this heat, most employers would probably show you some grace and let you take a breather, even if you haven't technically earned any vacation time yet.
Are you absolutely certain your hypothyroidism hasn't flared up again? Have they actually managed to pinpoint what caused the hypo in the first place? I'm not entirely sure how much an excess of zinc might play into this, but since hypothyroidism generally disrupts your entire metabolism, there's a real possibility that almost every level in your system could be thrown out of balance. It isn't just about specific nutrients; it can mess with your other hormones too. Plus, those issues you mentioned—the anemia and the brittle nails—those are classic symptoms of hypothyroidism as well.
As far as I know, pseudoephedrine isn't actually an antibiotic. When used in nasal sprays, it works by constricting blood vessels to help reduce congestion and runny noses. When taken orally, it acts more as a stimulant to boost circulation, much like caffeine does. Even bodybuilders use it to push themselves harder during workouts. The downside is that it can cause dehydration and isn't exactly great for your heart; official guidelines usually list insomnia and dry mouth as common side effects of pseudoephedrine.
That’s why even something like DayQuil isn't ideal, given that it contains caffeine.
Taking a single pill won't hurt you, but if you start popping these things regularly in high doses, you're asking for trouble.
Most doctors will tell you that for a fever, plain old Tylenol is your best bet. These multi-symptom blends should really only be a last resort—say, when you absolutely have to make it into the office or get through a shift.