CheckEmoji Community · the emoji forum
🏠 Home 🆕 What's new ❓ Unanswered 🔥 Popular 📡 RSS Members 👥 0 online
log in · register
Home › Angela Wright › Posts

Posts by Angela Wright

4549 posts shown.

Itchy, sweaty butt: any advice? in Health ·
analogranger41 said:Do you know if there’s some kind of cream for those fungal issues?
I'll have to check my underwear; I'm pretty sure some of them are 95% cotton.

Try Johnson & Johnson, but honestly, go talk to a doctor first. Everything I'm saying here is just pure guesswork.
→ go to post
Resources and support for families dealing with cancer and serious illness in Health ·
I’m still thinking about all of you. I’ve been weighing the idea of starting a dedicated psychology thread—assuming one doesn't already exist—specifically for those of us who have lost our loved ones. To be honest, I still need support, but it feels a bit off asking for it here among people who are fighting to stay alive, rather than dealing with the thing that brought death to some of ours. It feels counterproductive, and technically, it would be off-topic.
Of course, that doesn't mean I won't be dropping by to offer support and advice whenever I can.
→ go to post
Itchy, sweaty butt: any advice? in Health ·
You might be dealing with a fungal infection, which would definitely explain the itching.
Watch what you're wearing, too—tight clothing can make everything worse. You’re better off sticking to boxers made of 100% cotton.
→ go to post
Urinalysis results: any advice? in Health ·
Benjamin Thomas8 said:What’s the bottom line here?
Am I looking at a prescription for antibiotics, or can I skip them?
What’s the next move?
Last time my labs came back looking pretty rough, but my primary care physician just brushed it off and told me everything was fine, so I’m trying to be proactive this time.

Look, if the bacterial concentration is at a level where a doctor decides an antibiotic might do more harm than good, they probably won't prescribe one. If you aren't feeling confident about what your doctor is telling you, you have every right to seek a second opinion—go get one. Sometimes, when the bacterial count is low, doctors prefer to let your immune system handle the heavy lifting. Instead of pushing for meds, ask about a urinary antiseptic; Ninur is great, though it's been hard to find lately, but you can also pick up Nitrofurantoin, which is a solid German option. In the meantime, drink plenty of fluids—cranberry juice or uva ursi are your best friends here. The goal is to flush your system constantly so those bacteria get washed out of your bladder and urinary tract before they can establish colonies and turn a minor issue into a full-blown infection. Whether you end up on antibiotics or not, you need to stay hydrated to see any real progress.
→ go to post
Looking for a specialist... in Health ·
Kimberly Barrett83 said:Look, I just need a doctor who will actually give me a diagnosis and send me off for the necessary tests, you know?
Right now, my doctor just smiles and brushes everything off, claiming it's all perfectly normal and that most people deal with this stuff anyway. That’s her catch-all answer for everything.
Angela Wright, thanks!

Well, finding a general practitioner willing to hand out diagnoses is like finding a needle in a haystack, but this one will at least get you the referrals you need to see the actual specialists.👍
→ go to post
Urinalysis results: any advice? in Health ·
Benjamin Thomas8 said:Could someone please help me make sense of this urine culture report? It says something about . I don't have the actual paperwork right in front of me, so I'm not entirely sure what that "10" refers to specifically.
On my last lab test, the culprit was Escherichia coli.
Thanks in advance!

I'm assuming you're looking at a count of 10 bacterial cells per unit of area—likely per square millimeter. That number is basically the yardstick used to gauge how aggressive the infection actually is and whether you'll need a round of antibiotics. As for which specific drug to use, the antibiogram will pinpoint exactly which antibiotic hits that bacteria hardest.
→ go to post
Looking for a specialist... in Health ·
The doctors at Siget Health Center are top-notch across the board. Personally, I see Dr. Chavao. She’s an absolute gem and incredibly empathetic.
→ go to post
Something's wrong with my yeast, or I don't know what... in Health ·
Christian Myers2 said:I try to get in about 2 to 3 liters of fluids a day... honestly, I think my biggest issue is dealing with anemia. My hands and feet are perpetually freezing, and when my legs get cold, they start burning like crazy. I don't even bother getting up during the night because that’s the only time I finally manage to warm myself up from head to toe... does that sound like it could just be the temperature?

You're drinking a lot, so that might be the primary culprit. Get a urine culture done to rule out any potential infection; sometimes those symptoms get masked because you're essentially "flushing out" your bladder with all that liquid. If the culture comes back clean, try scaling your total intake down to an average of 2 liters—and that includes everything you consume through food. I'd bet that would cut down your trips to the bathroom.
Water is essential, sure, but there's no sense in overdoing it and constantly rinsing your system.
→ go to post
Something's wrong with my yeast, or I don't know what... in Health ·
Christian Myers2 said:So, I’ve got a situation here that’s driving me absolutely insane. I am dealing with this constant, relentless urge to urinate—it feels like I’m running to the bathroom every thirty minutes, if not even sooner than that. It’s becoming a total nightmare. About two weeks ago, the exact same thing started happening, and it lasted for a few days. Things seemed to settle down after that, and I was only heading to the restroom every couple of hours, but now? Now it’s back with a vengeance, and I’m practically sprinting to the toilet every twenty minutes. To be clear, I’m not experiencing any pain, stinging, or burning during the process or anything like that; there's just no discomfort, which makes the sheer frequency of it all even more frustrating. It’s just this endless, constant need.
Has anyone else dealt with this exact same issue or something similar???

Maybe you caught a bit of a cold. How much water are you drinking?
Even if you aren't feeling any pain, go get a urine culture done.
→ go to post
OB/GYN Recommendations - Washington, D.C. in Health ·
Look, I’m one of her patients too. Honestly, she’s great—until she loses her cool, which happens once in a blue moon—but that doesn’t take away from how skilled she actually is. The real headache is the nurse working alongside her. She’s a sweetheart, truly, but she’s incredibly scattered and disorganized. Because of that, even if you have a scheduled appointment, you end up sitting there waiting for hours on end. It’s incredibly frustrating for me, and it drives me absolutely crazy when I see patients who have even less patience than I do🙄.
Another thing that bugs me is the communication gap; I have to relay everything I want to ask the doctor through the nurse first, so it often feels like a game of telephone. On top of that, trying to actually reach the office by phone is next to impossible😠.
→ go to post
Antihistamines and birth control: any side effects? in Health ·
Casey Hernandez5 said:Can someone please help me out here? I’ve been taking Logitech for quite a while now, but I recently had to start taking Claritin because of some allergy issues. Is there any chance the Claritin is going to mess with how well the Logitech works?😕

As far as I know, the Logitech instructions list every single type of medication that might interfere with its performance.
→ go to post
Quick question in Health ·
Gonorrhea... it’s nasty, seriously nasty, especially when it decides to take up residence in your tonsils and throat area.
🙂 🙂 🙂
→ go to post
Resources and support for families dealing with cancer and serious illness in Health ·
electricgardener14 said:My husband closed his eyes for the last time on November 18th, after six months of horrific pain, suffering, and fear. I couldn't help him—nobody could. This disease moved so incredibly fast; it was always one step ahead of us. I don't even know what I'm feeling right now. It’s this numbness, this sense of helplessness, followed by flashes of anger at God and at myself for not being able to save him. And he wanted to live so badly. Even when he became immobile, unable to move even a finger or a toe, that spark in his eyes never faded. Sometimes I feel like I gave up before he did, like I should have fought harder or tried one more thing. Like I let him go too soon. It’s so hard, and I don't think I'll ever forget that last conscious look in his eyes. It held all the sadness in the world. Does it always have to be this difficult?
Diana

Honey, sweetheart, I am just so incredibly sorry.😢 Your story hits me so hard; it brings back such heavy, heartbreaking memories of my mom and Branci, a dear friend of mine and my cousin's husband, who passed away from this exact same illness. He left behind two little girls.
You did everything humanly possible, and there was nothing more you could have done—just like my cousin, who is a doctor, couldn't do anything more either. This disease is a monster; it’s vicious, it’s brutal, and there is simply no cure. Everything we try is just a desperate attempt to hold the line. I know that doesn't take the sting away, but with a diagnosis like this, three months is usually all they get. He beat those odds and lived longer simply because of how hard you fought for him and how much he truly wanted to stay. Darling, he is at peace now. The pain is gone. Even though you feel this massive void, he is still with you, and there will be moments where you feel his presence so strongly it takes your breath away.
I can't begin to imagine the weight you're carrying, but the same strength you summoned to fight his illness will eventually help you find the strength to move forward. You have people counting on you; you have children to raise and support, and you have to fight to ensure they have everything they need. Life will never be the same, but one day, you will find happiness again. Eventually, the memories of him will bring a smile to your face instead of tears.
Please, if you ever need to talk, reach out via PM. I can even leave you my number if you'd like.
Keep being the brave, strong woman you are. I am so proud of you.
→ go to post
Living with CLL: Tips and Support in Health ·
Kimberly Flores56 said:I’m looking for some insight from anyone who has walked this path before. My partner's father was just diagnosed with chronic lymphocytic leukemia. It was a total accident—he went in for routine blood work for an entirely different issue, and they ended up keeping him in the hospital. The weird part is that he feels completely fine; he’s functioning at one hundred percent. His doctor mentioned it's the very early stages, since he isn't showing any typical symptoms yet—no swollen spleen, no bruising, no fever, no fatigue, nothing. He’s had two transfusions so far and is currently waiting on the pathology report. Since I’m about to officially become part of this family, I’m feeling pretty overwhelmed about what comes next. How does this disease actually progress? How long will that "feeling normal" phase last before things start to decline? I want to know how to brace myself, how to handle my own reactions, and most importantly, how I can actually be there for them.
Please reach out if you have any experience with this. Thank you so much.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/?section...enu2=&bid=41-0
http://www.cancer.org/treatment-options
http://www.leukemia.org/patient-resources
→ go to post
Resources and support for families dealing with cancer and serious illness in Health ·
Elizabeth Gonzalez55 said:How can I find true happiness, how can I conquer fear and actually enjoy whatever time we have left—whether it’s six months or sixty years? Does anyone have a recipe for this?

Look, you have to accept that life is inherently unpredictable. What we call "security" is nothing more than a convenient illusion we manufacture just to buffer ourselves against the chaos. Once you truly embrace that uncertainty—once you face the reality of every possible outcome, including your own mortality and the mortality of those you love—you can finally live without that crushing weight and actually savor the moment. It’s incredibly difficult, though sometimes life hits you so hard that it breaks you down and forces you onto that frequency whether you like it or not. At least, that’s how it worked for me. My mother was gravely ill for two full years and four months. During that time, people would come to visit her, seemingly to say their final goodbyes, only to pass away suddenly and unexpectedly before she did. In the end, it felt like she was the one saying goodbye to them. The only real difference was that my mother knew the likely cause of her passing, while they didn't. Neither side knew exactly when the clock would run out.
That acceptance of life's unpredictability and everything it throws at us is exactly what Christianity means when it speaks of Christ's words: "Take up your cross and follow me; only then will you find peace and happiness." I never truly grasped the depth of those words—honestly, I found the whole concept repulsive—until my mother got sick. Life involves suffering, but suffering isn't the same thing as misery. True good can only be born from suffering. Life is fundamentally good because as long as you are breathing, anything is possible. Human beings are wired to adapt to anything; it's practically etched into our genetic code.

@Elizabeth Diaz60/">@@Elizabeth Diaz60
thanks
→ go to post
Resources and support for families dealing with cancer and serious illness in Health ·
Jason Miller71 said:I’ve been reading your posts for months now. I’ve cried along with you all and celebrated with you too. My sister has been fighting Hodgkin for three years. Right now, she’s on some pills that are absolutely wrecking her stomach. She hasn't eaten anything in ten days, she's vomiting, and the pain is just brutal. Please, if anyone has advice, a medication, or maybe a tea, let me know. Thank you.

Try peppermint tea or some air-popped popcorn. You really need one of those specialized machines for the best results. They cost about $33.
Also, crushing flaxseeds—you can buy them pre-ground—and letting a spoonful sit in a glass of lukewarm water for an hour or two works wonders. The seeds release a mucilage that is incredibly soothing for the stomach. I also don't think they should be avoiding Peptoran or Ranital; those help protect the stomach lining. My mom took Ranital through her entire chemo course on her doctor's recommendation. Ask a doctor.
Tell your Sekica to just keep fighting. Hodgkin is a beast, but it’s treated quite successfully, especially in women. I have a friend who was diagnosed at 16 and beat it. She’s 28 now and expecting a baby, even though everyone told her she’d never be able to.
One more thing I'm not sure if you guys are aware of: as part of her treatment, she underwent an autologous stem cell transplant. Before the chemo, they harvest the stem cells, and then when her blood counts drop suddenly, they infuse the purified cells back in to speed up recovery. However, because this involves certain machinery—I assume dialysis-type equipment—she contracted Hepatitis B because the machine wasn't sterile enough. I don't know if they did the same procedure for your sister, but if they haven't done it yet, it would be wise to get vaccinated against Hepatitis. For my friend, that Hepatitis is making life miserable and complicating her pregnancy. Definitely ask the oncologist about this and what steps to take.
→ go to post
NASH in Health ·
Milk thistle is an absolute powerhouse when it comes to liver health. It actually triggers regeneration and acts like a magnet, binding to those nasty toxins that can wreck your liver cells. Around here, you can easily find it processed into capsules Silymarin
→ go to post
Resources and support for families dealing with cancer and serious illness in Health ·
casualpanther1 said:A little bit of good news,

Despite my wife's diagnosis, we aren't letting it break us. If anything, we're pushing harder to live a normal life, and so far, we’re actually pulling it off. We haven't let the illness stall our progress. Before everything hit the fan, she had already passed all her exams at the university; she just had her final thesis left to write. Yesterday—fifteen months after the diagnosis—she successfully defended that thesis and graduated.
Maybe this little victory can serve as a reminder to someone else out there: don't throw in the towel, no matter what kind of diagnosis you're facing or how brutal the struggle gets.

Best wishes to everyone,

👍 🎉
→ go to post
Ladies only - I need help!!!! in Health ·
Look, you need to get to an OB-GYN right now—specifically an emergency room at a hospital. Bleeding like this isn't normal, it’s not okay, and you need to get it stopped immediately because there are a million different things that could be causing it. If you’re pregnant and dealing with something like a subchorionic hematoma, that bleeding can actually wash away the pregnancy. On the other hand, if you’ve already miscarried, you need to undergo a D&C right away to clear out any remaining tissue before you end up with sepsis.
It honestly blows my mind that you were handed vaginal suppositories without getting a thorough exam first; that’s just appalling. And frankly, the fact that you've been suffering through this for 22 days is absolutely staggering.😲
→ go to post
Resources and support for families dealing with cancer and serious illness in Health ·
Carol Ramirez said:Thank you all so much!
Even though I knew this moment was coming, the disbelief is still hitting me like a freight train.
I spent the entire night crying, and all I could hear echoing in my head was my Grandfather’s wail: "Reach out your hand, honey!!"
I am so deeply attached to him, and there is absolutely no way—just like Melissa Kim45 said—that I can just call him "my late grandpa." He is still too present; I can still hear his laugh, see him sitting there eating my soup, telling me, "Grandpa loves you." Most of my childhood memories revolve around him. He was the one bright spot in an otherwise incredibly dark period of growing up. Over this past year since the diagnosis, we had this little ritual where we would gauge how good the day was by having him sing his favorite song. We’d rate the day based on the volume of his voice. We used to get so silly and happy whenever he sang at full blast. It was our secret code, our way of navigating the world together.
It feels terrible to burden you all with this, I know it sounds pathetic, but venting like this is the only thing keeping me afloat. I have this overwhelming urge to relive every single memory of him—every clumsy mistake, every little quirk. I want to etch his movements into my mind, the way his eyes crinkled when he laughed, the way he’d stroke my hair... I need to let all of this pour out of me, because maybe then it will get easier, maybe I'll finally go numb and find some peace. But I can't talk about this with my family; it's just too heavy for them right now.
Thank you again for the selfless support. I’ll keep coming back here because I can't break this routine; I can't just close the Tab in Firefox that leads to this thread. I lost this battle, but the experience left me changed. If anyone ever needs advice regarding small cell lung cancer or what might ease the struggle, please reach out. It would be my privilege to help if I can.
Stay strong!!!

Carol Ramirez, you should check out www.carcinoms.com, because they desperately need people with actual experience to guide those who are currently drowning and completely lost. As much as writing and helping out here helped me cope with my mom's illness, it's helping me process her loss now. She didn't die in chaos, and something meaningful can come from this tragedy. So, if you feel the need to do something more, do it. No sick person should have to suffer more than they already are because of a broken system or a lack of timely information that is literally a matter of life and death. Cancer is a race against the clock, and you have to gain every possible advantage over the disease right from the start.

At the same time, to everyone new here looking for hope and a shoulder to lean on, I want to tell you not to take everything so personally, nor should you view the loss of a loved one as the only possible outcome of a lost battle.
Life is a constant struggle, and death is an inevitability for every living thing on this planet. We can never defeat death itself, but we can do so much to extend the quality of our lives through our own fight—to minimize suffering and pain, and in the best-case scenarios (which, looking at where I stand today, ARE possible). Take every opportunity and chance you get. Don't be afraid. Fight. Honestly, we have nothing to lose; we can only gain.
→ go to post