Posts by Angela Wright

Alexander Castillo5 said:My mom passed away the day before yesterday. Those final days were absolutely brutal... death brought her some peace, I have to remind myself of that. But for us, there's just this massive void and a heavy sense of grief knowing all the future milestones we won't get to share with her...

I am so sorry. Please accept my deepest condolences 😢

Let her rest in peace now, and try to look toward what's ahead. Life has a way of working itself out; no matter how crushing things feel, humans are built to endure.

I think taking this route is probably the best move. If we don't act, she’s just going to crash and slide straight into cachexia because her body won't be able to process any nutrition. Making this change would definitely give her some much-needed quality of life.
The harsh reality is that this is strictly a palliative procedure, and we have to face that head-on. My heart truly goes out to 😢

brisklynx62 said:And even that unnamed supplement is sold as a dietary supplement...

But there isn't any cyanide in it like you'd find in whole apricot kernels. Otherwise, it wouldn't even have FDA approval to be sold.

Look, you’re hitting all those classic talking points about Big Pharma and "rigged" studies—the same stuff I used to parrot a few years back. But reality doesn't work like a conspiracy movie. Sure, there are lobbies and certain shady dealings, but the idea of a massive, coordinated cover-up is way more exaggerated than you think. There are regulatory systems in place, and they actually do their jobs quite effectively.
When it comes to drug research and development, you're completely out of the loop. We are seeing actual quantum leaps in oncology research and treatment protocols. For instance, unnamed leading a team at the Stanford Cancer Center is working on personalized medicine—a model where treatment is tailored to the individual. Even if two people share the exact same diagnosis, biologically speaking, they aren't the same patient. Current treatments rely on statistical averages—what works for the "majority" with a specific diagnosis—which is why we still don't have a silver bullet for everyone.
Major breakthroughs and increasing efficacy are especially evident in radiotherapy, which remains one of our most powerful weapons against cancer. Look at how much progress has been made with proton beam therapy over at the Technical University of Munich. A dear friend of mine was able to get more precious time with us thanks specifically to that proton therapy. She fought breast cancer for a decade; it was incredibly invasive with a terrible short-term prognosis. In the end, she succumbed to the complications of the treatment itself. Honestly, the outcome would likely have been entirely different if that level of therapy had been available right when she was first diagnosed.
Furthermore, the biggest breakthroughs often come from small biotech firms because they focus exclusively on a single diagnosis. That whole theory about "Big Pharma" controlling everything carries more weight when you're talking about something like aspirin or common ailments; believe it or not, the real money makers are actually birth control pills.

Melissa Ruiz said:Thanks everyone for the replies and the support...

It’s just the truth—when you're facing something this heavy, you grab onto any straw you can find.

All I'm saying is I bought some unnamed, so I'm hoping it makes a difference..🙂

Here is a published study on PubMed
Supposedly, in vitro (test tube) and in vivo (animal) testing showed some level of effectiveness in destroying pancreatic cancer cell metastases.
Garlic has shown similar results. It isn't rare to see something perform brilliantly in a petri dish or on a mouse, only to completely fall flat when it hits actual human clinical trials.
I'm not an expert on unnamed, but if it's sold as a certified dietary supplement, it shouldn't be harmful. That said, I wouldn't go banking on its effectiveness.
Personally, I would focus on boosting the immune system using established supplements like propolis, omega-3s, beta-glucans, and things like that. There's plenty of research there. Your immune system is the most critical factor in the fight against cancer. We all have malignant cells present in our bodies at any given moment; the immune system is the only thing keeping those cells in check so they don't start uncontrolled division and create tumor sites. When the immune system crashes—whether due to stress, diet, lifestyle, environmental toxins, or genetic predisposition—that's when cancer takes hold.

brisklynx62 said:My mother can't handle any more chemo. Now that she’s faced the reality that her body just won't take it anymore, she's turned to supplements to help her get through it.

Look, there’s plenty of research out there on things like papaya enzymes and cherry extracts—actual scientific studies that back them up. So why isn't this common knowledge? It's pretty simple: Big Pharma and the massive chemical industry have zero interest in anything they can't patent and sell back to you at a premium.

That is the absolute favorite defense used by charlatans. Can you please actually link me to a relevant study? Hiding behind vague references to "studies" is like a drunk leaning on a fencepost—it’s just a way to dodge the reality that things are looking grim. It's a terrible mindset to suggest that anything is better than doing nothing just because you're desperate. Don't get me wrong, I've been exactly where you are. If someone had handed me some signed paper claiming that eating garbage was an effective treatment for glioblastoma, I would have shoved it down my mother's throat. But as I started digging deeper into this—even professionally—I learned the hard way how to tell the difference between a legitimate scientific study and what people call a "study," and more importantly, the massive gap between something being "effective" in theory and actually working in practice.

Let’s be real here: there's this widespread misconception that we have these precision-guided chemotherapies out there specifically designed to hunt down one particular tumor. That's just not how it works. In reality, chemo is essentially a sledgehammer. It doesn't just target the cancer; it wrecks everything in its path. It tears through malignant cells, sure, but it also devastates healthy tissue, cripples your entire system, and absolutely nukes your immune response. It’s a scorched-earth policy for the body.

Look, if you ask me, the real catastrophe isn't turning to natural remedies—it's the fact that we're willing to let treatments completely wreck our entire system and crush our immune response. I’d much rather lean on nature than subject my body to a barrage of chemotherapy and synthetic chemical compounds. Those drugs are essentially a cocktail of toxins; they come with a mountain of side effects and leave behind a trail of chemical residue that just settles in your organs like sludge. You're basically trading one problem for a whole host of internal poisons.

Look, chemotherapy hits your entire system; it’s toxic, plain and simple. But there is a massive gulf between that and just some random herbal remedy—it’s the difference between an apricot pit and a highly sophisticated, engineered medicine. We are talking about decades of rigorous research conducted by hundreds of specialists, ranging from molecular biologists and MDs to clinical pharmacists. There are precise, calculated dosages, well-documented side effects, and strictly regulated protocols governing exactly how those toxins are administered. On top of that, you have a licensed physician who prescribes the treatment and carries the legal responsibility for the patient's care. You’re barely scratching the surface here, and you're missing the fundamental distinction of the whole situation.
If you're going to take such an aggressively negative stance on chemo based on what you claim to know, then why go through with putting your mother through that "torture"?

When you look at the landscape of cancer recovery, it’s a massive, messy spectrum. You’ve got everything from raw personal testimonies and anecdotal evidence to rigorous clinical studies. Then you have the world of alternative therapies, psychological support systems, and the entire machinery of modern medicine. It’s all there—different methods, different philosophies, all aiming for the same goal.

Look, like I’ve said before, it all comes down to the individual. There is no magic formula, and nobody can predict exactly how a specific treatment or substance is going to hit someone's system. Every body reacts differently.

When things go south like this, people start grasping at straws and trying every little thing they can find. It’s only logical.

I’m with you on this. Look, there are plenty of testimonials out there, but in all my years doing this, I have yet to encounter anyone who actually produced concrete, verifiable lab results—showing a clear before-and-after comparison under a specific diagnosis—following an exclusively alternative treatment protocol. It’s a strange paradox: every single person I know who is currently in remission was treated using conventional Western medicine. When it comes to understanding how a treatment actually works, you can get a doctor to outline potential mechanisms, but you usually have to badger them to get any real information. Most of the time, they simply don't have the bandwidth to sit down and explain the science to you. Unfortunately, that desperation to grab onto any straw can be dangerous. It often ends up stripping away a patient's quality of life, jeopardizing their actual chances of recovery, or even robbing them of a dignified end. We have to consider that too; fighting for the right to a peaceful, dignified existence is just as vital as fighting for a cure or physical health.

At the end of the day, it’s enough to say that a huge number of doctors just wave off natural teas and similar remedies as total nonsense. Instead, they prescribe all sorts of pills loaded with chemicals that 99% of people—aside from scientists and pharmacists who actually understand what those ingredients mean—just blindly trust because they believe whatever their doctor tells them...

Besides, nature *is* chemistry. Take Adriamycin, one of the most potent cardiotoxic cytostatics used to treat sarcomas, for example; it's derived from plant sources. We use all kinds of plants like oleander, lilies, primroses, and various lichens. I can't tell you exactly what's in certain herbal remedies because we usually get these "weird" teas in paper bags without any labels or a clear list of ingredients. A doctor simply cannot be held responsible for potential interactions with the medications they prescribe—medications backed by thousands of hours of research where thousands of people are accountable for efficacy and side effects, and ultimately, the doctor is too.

People are sheep, most of the time—myself included—believing whatever is most comforting to hear or read. That’s just a fact, so if anyone wants to play games with it, go ahead.

Regarding apricots, yes, they contain natural cyanide, but it's also inactive, or "locked," until it comes into contact with malignant cells that contain high levels of sugar...
besides, if that were true, why don't they poison and kill people, specifically populations known for eating apricot kernels and such every single day? How is it that they often live well over 100 years and aren't hit by diseases like cancer?

Are you a biologist so you know how this works, or did you just read it in some "relevant" source?🙂

It all comes down to diet... and modern life, with a mountain of E-numbers, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, dyes, scents, and pure chemistry in every product, plus stress, poor nutrition, and lifestyle choices... it all contributes to the emergence of various diseases and all kinds of tumors and cancers, and those numbers are only climbing...

I agree; that's definitely one of the triggers.

Furthermore, it's interesting how diseases like osteoporosis are linked to milk and dairy products in certain studies... we are the only mammals on Earth that consume milk after weaning, and even then, we use milk from other species and animal sources... and few realize that due to certain proteins, like casein, which builds up on the stomach lining, it prevents the absorption of calcium from that very same milk, etc...

Why do you think there were massive ad campaigns for things like "light morning milk" and stuff like that? It's because many people can't tolerate milk precisely because of the compounds found in milk from other animals—things the human body isn't naturally accustomed to...

I mean, have you ever seen an adult of any mammal species drinking milk or nursing? Not once they are past infancy.

Milk as such, especially since we can't properly utilize or extract that calcium, isn't even necessary for us humans.

There are entire regions of the globe where dairy isn't even a staple—there’s no culture of eating it, no tradition of enjoying it, and, believe it or not, those areas see significantly lower rates of osteoporosis and a whole host of other health issues linked to it. It's pretty straightforward when you look at the data.

I'm with you on that. They stick almost exclusively to fermented products.

I’m going to give you another strong recommendation for that book. You can find it at Barnes & Noble. Based on what you've shared here and the points Dr. Schreiber makes, I think it’ll really hit home for you; it’ll flip your perspective on a lot of these things entirely.

brisklynx62 said:I'm sorry you're having to deal with this illness. Just hang in there—stay persistent, stay consistent, and whatever you do, don't panic.

If you're looking out for your mother, I’d strongly suggest picking up some B17—specifically apricot kernels. They are incredibly effective when it comes to fighting cancer.

Just throw "apricot kernels" or "B17" into a Google search and you'll see plenty of links, articles, and everything else you could possibly need.

This is honestly one of the absolute worst things you could possibly suggest to someone fighting cancer, let alone someone dealing with stomach cancer.This is nothing more than pure, unadulterated snake oil. It’s nothing but pure poison—straight-up cyanide. Messing with that will only make a bad situation worse, potentially leading to severe poisoning or even death. All those "interesting" articles people keep sharing are completely devoid of scientific merit. You won't find a single relevant study published in any legitimate medical journal or even on PubMed—which, let’s be honest, hosts about 90% of all verified scientific research and clinical findings anyway. In reality, the only actual evidence we have points toward one thing: cyanide is toxic.
For God's sake, don't fall for this nonsense. They wrap these lies in fancy, pseudo-intellectual jargon just to sound authoritative, but it’s nothing more than malicious manipulation.

You should also consider papaya. Whether you’re eating the fruit itself or utilizing parts of the tree—specifically the leaves—it’s incredibly medicinal.

If you just toss "papaya" or "papaya leaves" into a Google search, you'll be hit with an endless flood of results.

We finally managed to pick up some papaya leaf tea, and my mom has recently started drinking it. We grabbed the extract version from Nature's Bounty. It’s pretty pricey, though. $67 A single 50g bag usually lasts about a month if you're just using it as part of your daily routine. If you're dealing with an actual illness and need to ramp up the dosage, you can expect that same bag to run out in closer to two weeks.

Unfortunately, we started using papaya with my mom—she’s battling pancreatic adenocarcinoma—way too late. We just picked up her first bag recently because, honestly, we hadn't even heard of the stuff until now.

He’s been using B17—basically apricot kernels—for quite a while now. After finishing his first round of chemo and sticking to a strict diet alongside the B17, the tumor actually went dormant. We even saw one metastasis in the liver completely retreat.
Look, things took a turn for the worse after the second round of chemo. She wasn't sticking to the strict diet they prescribed, and she kept refusing to eat what she actually needed to be eating. Because of that, her condition spiraled fast—it got to the point where the tumor has now completely taken over the pancreas, and there are metastases in the lungs and several lymph nodes.

Look, what I’m trying to get across is simple: you have to be absolutely militant about what you put in your body. There is no room for error when it comes to your diet.

Look, obviously everyone is different, but the single biggest mistake you can make is falling for that "let them eat whatever they want" mentality. People love to play the sympathizer, saying things like, "Oh, just let them enjoy their food while they still can," or some other sentimental nonsense. No. That’s a massive mistake. Period.
It’s already common knowledge about those three "white killers"—you know, white sugar, white flour, and all that junk.

You’ve got to stick to a real diet. You can't be pumping unnecessary, toxic sugar into your system just to feed a tumor, let alone all those nasty fats and junk. It's basic logic.

You need to load up on raw vegetable juices, vitamins, and a strictly disciplined diet. It’s non-negotiable.

You only get a real reason to be optimistic about success—whether that means a full recovery or just squeezing more quality years out of life—if you combine everything. It takes the medical treatment, a strict diet, pure willpower, the fight itself, and a little bit of help from the "alternative" side of things, like papaya or B17. It’s about the whole package.

I can’t recommend this enough to you and anyone else out there hunting for that "missing piece" to help them feel better. But please, for the love of everything, don't get swept up in all that pseudo-scientific nonsense. You shouldn't be playing doctor and handing someone supplements when you have zero clue how they might clash with chemotherapy. There is absolutely no way to control the dosage, and frankly, it's dangerous to wing it like that.
Look, honey, how can you possibly claim that what Mom was taking didn't interfere with her chemo effectiveness?
Stop chasing ghosts and stick to supplements that actually have some backing. When it comes to herbal teas or any plant-based stuff, make sure they're sourced locally from here in the States, and for heaven's sake, always run it by a doctor first! Tell them exactly what she's planning to take for her immune system and ask if there's any risk of interference.
As for those apricot kernels—stay far away from those! Run the other way!
Also, regarding sugar: you absolutely cannot cut it out of the diet entirely, because the brain needs glucose to function properly. You need a balanced, healthy diet, which means moderation, plenty of veggies, fruit (except grapefruit), avoiding red meat, eating more fish, and making sure to get enough Omega-3s since they're vital for immune function.
You should pick up a copy of "Against Cancer" by Dr. David Servan-Schreiber, a neuropsychiatrist who fought cancer himself (glioblastoma, a brain tumor) and managed to reach remission twice, living nearly 20 years with a disease where the average survival is only 6 months to 1.5 years. To me, his book is practically scripture for anyone fighting cancer. It lays everything out clearly, especially regarding complementary therapies and how to distinguish what actually helps from what doesn't.

wiredcanyon39 said:Here I am again with more questions, because I always seem to forget something when I'm actually sitting in front of the doctor. 🙂 Basically, as I’ve mentioned before, my child was diagnosed with Burkitt lymphoma six months ago. He just finished his third round of R-CHDP chemo, and an MSCT scan showed he hasn't reached full complete remission yet. He’s done with the three rounds now, and we had a follow-up today. I was fully expecting the doctor to John Doe him for a CT scan immediately, but instead, they told us to wait a month for the scan, then do blood work, and come back for a check-up in mid-January. Now I'm wondering—why wait a whole month for the CT? It feels like we're just wasting thirty days agonizing over the outcome.

It's because chemotherapy has a prolonged effect; waiting a month means the CT results will be much more accurate and reliable than if you did it right this second.
Just a little piece of advice—try to trust the doctor to know what they're doing. They've handled everything correctly up to this point, haven't they? I get that it's nearly impossible to stay objective when your child is involved, but you're going to have to learn to live with that lifelong uncertainty. Unfortunately, there are never any guarantees that a disease won't resurface after remission.
What I can guarantee you personally is that he is in excellent hands. Hematology here in the US is easily one of our most advanced medical specialties. We have world-class experts. It's just a shame that Joe Biden left the medical field to go into politics.

Melissa Ruiz said:Hi everyone,

I just found out today that my mother has stomach cancer... I'm completely devastated... I can barely wrap my head around it..how..

Has anyone else in your family dealt with this?

I've heard about a plant called Graviola... has it helped anyone?

Sending love to you all, hoping your loved ones recover quickly.

It just happens. Honestly, stomach cancer rates in the US are actually on the rise.

If there aren't any metastases and the tumor is well-positioned, they might not even have to remove her entire stomach.
A friend's father has been living without a stomach for over 10 years now and is in full remission.
Just take it slow, one day at a time. That initial shock of finding out is the absolute worst part, but once the treatment starts, things will feel more manageable. She'll be able to give you more specific details soon.

Alexander Castillo5 said:A huge thank you to Angela Wright and S sung for the replies. I truly wish no one else had to endure what we and so many other families go through when loved ones are facing critical illnesses. Hang in there, S sung.

Honey, unfortunately, this is just the daily reality for so many people. I really hope that palliative care and hospice services finally become more accessible and robust here in the States.

wiredcanyon39 said:Why choose a PET scan when an MRI is way less invasive?

It all comes down to precision. A PET-CT can pick up changes at a cellular level. Whether a doctor orders a PET-CT or goes with an MRI depends entirely on what specific data they need and just how much detail they require to make the call.

Alexander Castillo5 said:I'm posting because my family and I are at a breaking point with everything we're going through. My mom (61) is in the terminal stage; she’s been fighting pancreatic cancer for two and a half years. She stopped chemo this past summer. Since May, she hasn't been able to walk, and her condition has plummeted over the last month. She’s lost an incredible amount of weight—she’s barely 88 pounds now. She won't eat anything, she's deathly pale, and she can hardly keep her eyes open. She gets IV fluids occasionally. Everything hurts her; she’s been bedridden for weeks (until last month, we were using a wheelchair just to get her to the bathroom), so we've moved to diapers. But the moment we try to lift or move her, she screams in pain. It’s unbearable. My dad and I are the ones caring for her. It is agonizing to watch her suffer like this. Lately, Mom has been struggling to breathe, talking incoherently, and begging us to give her something to end her life. She actually asked us to pray that she passes soon because she simply cannot do this anymore. I'm terrified for my dad, too; he went through his own health crisis previously, and I can see this situation is absolutely destroying him. I worry this will break him completely. Sometimes, I honestly find myself wishing her suffering would just end quickly, because that would mean the end of the agony for my dad and for me, too. This morning, I spent an hour listening to her plead with us to end her misery. She literally isn't eating, her ankles are severely swollen, and the rest of her is just skin and bones—she's unrecognizable. Does anyone know how much longer a state like this can last?

I am so incredibly sorry you all are going through this.😢
Your mom absolutely needs to be on something for the pain—Fentanyl patches combined with something else... you really need to contact a pain management center. I recommend looking up Dr. Smith over at the trauma center. I've shared his contact info a few times on this topic before, so just try searching for it online.
A state like this usually doesn't last very long. Most often, people ask this when they are looking at a window of maybe a week at most, but nobody can say for certain. Just stay by her side and do everything possible to manage her pain, keep her hydrated, and keep her nourished—even if it's just through a feeding tube or IV—and make sure she feels loved. Tell her everything is going to be okay, that you all will be okay, and that it's alright if she wants to go. Let her know that you are at peace, she is at peace, and that you love her. Keep repeating that to her. Talk to her about life, tell her she did everything she was supposed to do, and reminisce about the good days... that matters so much. Try to find every ounce of strength and calm within yourself to act this way. It will make things so much easier for you later on.

Kate Brooks2 said:Here’s an update after some time has passed. I don't have much good news to share. Radiation helped my father-in-law with his leg pain, but he's completely lost his appetite and just isn't active anymore. He spends most of his time lying down and staying quiet. He's also dealing with chest pains, which really wears him down—he can't function without painkillers. The doctors basically sent him home, and they aren't discussing any further treatment or providing explanations during their consultations anymore. No one suggested a CT scan, or blood work, or anything at all.
We’re feeling pretty lost right now and are just trying to figure out how to fight this on our own.

I'm worried they've already labeled him as a terminal patient who only needs palliative care. You need to sit down with the doctor and demand straight answers about what his actual condition is.

What kind of experience or opinion do you have regarding ExxonMobil?

Good grief, honey, I really hope you aren't talking about that ExxonMobil stuff people start drinking because they heard it might help...😕

I'd recommend getting your dad some Multivitamin syrup. It's a fantastic immune booster. It's sugar-free and available with or without iron. Given his situation, maybe go with the one without iron so it doesn't mess with his stomach.

graniteridge5 said:Hi everyone. Unfortunately, we're stuck discussing such a heavy topic.
My mom had her 6th chemo session this past Wednesday. Up until then, the only side effects she dealt with were some knee pain. But it’s been a week since that 6th round, and she just feels incredibly weak... is this just a side effect, or is it a sign things are taking a turn for the worse? Is this normal?
She's still eating normally.

It’s most likely just a side effect, almost certainly.

One more thing—is remission after therapy guaranteed or does it vary per person? If it happens, how long does it usually last?

Remission basically means there are no visible symptoms and tests show no signs of a tumor in the body. Whether someone hits remission or how long it lasts is entirely up to the individual case. Let's hope it stays that way until she's old and grey.

How much downtime is required after 6 cycles before starting chemo again?

It depends entirely on the specific drug being used and the hospital's treatment protocol. One thing is for sure: they won't start new cycles until her overall condition is stable enough.

Her doctor won't give us any information at all. He doesn't even want to talk to us... so I have no one to ask except here.

Go see him and remind him that he is legally obligated to provide information regarding the treatment. If he shuts you down, tell him you'll be forced to speak with his superior—the Department Head.
Do not, under any circumstances, back down when it comes to getting information! This is one area where you have to be relentless; it is absolutely vital. Don't fall into the trap of thinking, "Oh, I shouldn't upset the doctor..." plenty of people have played it that way only to regret it bitterly later!

wiredcanyon39 said:But wait, what actually matters when you're looking at blood work? I remember back when we didn't really understand the specifics, people used to say a blood panel didn't show anything useful. And isn't a PET-CT basically just a standard CT scan anyway? What's the actual difference there?

It’s all about how your liver and other vital organs are performing; you can essentially read the status of your internal systems through blood work to stay ahead of any red flags or shifts in health. As for the imaging, a PET-CT is specifically designed to pinpoint whether any tiny residual nodules are still lurking around. Depending on where those spots were originally located, doctors might also lean on different types of diagnostic testing to get the full picture.

wiredcanyon39 said:Can someone tell me how follow-up monitoring works after being cleared of lymphoma? Are there specific markers they look for?

Usually, it’s blood work and a PET scan, but honestly, your oncologist decides the frequency based on your specific case. I think you might get a PET scan once a year, but I'm not entirely certain.

gentlesailor25 said:So, what does it actually mean when people talk about a serotonin deficiency? Is that even a standalone medical diagnosis or just a catch-all term? I mean, from what I gather, everything I associate with low serotonin—like anxiety, depression, and all those weird physical symptoms that come along with them—seems to stem from that one idea.
If we’re really going there, though, I’ve personally been on medication for about nine years now. Honestly, I don't think I could handle it; living with those symptoms without help would be pretty much impossible for me.🤷

I'm curious about this too.
From what I understand, you get a significant serotonin boost after intense physical exercise, much like the rush you get from sex or a great meal.

George Peterson49 said:Wouldn't that just be standard practice?

Maybe in veterinary medicine, where you’re mostly working solo in a clinic and there aren't really highly specialized sub-fields to speak of. Human medicine is an entirely different beast, especially when you look at the interpersonal dynamics and how doctors interact within a hospital system. There isn't much actual collaboration; instead, it's fueled by ego. Honestly, you can count on one hand the number of specialists who aren't too vain to admit they haven't seen a specific case before. Most would actually reach out to a colleague at a top-tier research university or a world-class medical center just to get informed and help their patient. But usually, the conversation hits a wall where they claim it "can't be done" or there's "no solution." Then, if the patient is proactive enough—or has a family capable of handling the logistics—they end up doing all the legwork themselves, discovering that the "impossible" was actually quite manageable.

dustymarlin10 said:Did I say I could know?

No. That’s exactly why I asked you, given the broad strokes of your conclusion—and obviously keeping in mind both when you posted this and everything else going down right now. It was also a bit of a rhetorical question, honestly, because it felt like they were gearing up to throw all doctors under the bus at once.

If you’re looking at food poisoning symptoms—think vomiting and diarrhea—they usually kick in just a few hours after you eat. Honestly, there’s a good chance you’ll be totally fine. If you want to play it safe, you might want to grab some activated charcoal.

swiftbear86 said:I’ve finally realized that Deloitte is actually a guy (or at least supposedly using his wife's handle).😁
Of course, you all deserve nothing but praise—and yeah, I’m including you in that—because it’s always been impressive to me how some people will just give up their time and expertise for the common good without asking for a single dime. That’s exactly why I felt compelled to jump in here myself.

Deloitte gets praised for being blunt—it’s not about trying to be liked or offering empty comfort; it’s just about stating the facts. He’s got a sharp tongue.😛
I was following his posts over a year ago in that thread about healthcare and doctor-patient dynamics.
The truth is, some patients actually need a bit of clinical detachment from their doctors; if things get too soft, they tend to push back against the boundaries.😉

So, I guess we're talking about that female persona then?😁