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Joshua Morris17 said:The doctor gave me some Maxidex eye ointment because the skin on my upper eyelid is all red and irritated. The instructions say to put it *in* the eye, but my doctor specifically told me to just rub it right onto the eyelid where the redness is. Anyone actually know which way I should go here?
Ethan Brown84 said:Thanks, haven't checked this thread in forever—like six months minimum. I tried nagging him about shaving again the other day,and honestly, you wouldn't believe how fast it grows back. It’s ridiculous,it really is.
It’s not even my issue; I’ve gotten used to it, but he’s clearly bothered by it. He just doesn't feel comfortable. He wants them gone. Honestly, his back looks like an eighty-year-old man's, but on the bright side, his ass is built like an Amazonian jungle.
I wanted to help out here, but it feels like a lost cause. I genuinely don't know what else we can do.
Anyway, thanks,
PS what do you guys think about laser hair removal? I know nothing is truly permanent, obviously, but what's your take?
melloworca6 said:First off, let me make one thing clear: I’m not here for any petty arguments or insults. Let's keep it civil.
I want to hear from both patients and medical professionals—how satisfied are you all, honestly, with our healthcare system? And if you could change one thing, what would it be?
I was watching this segment on FOX the other day about the healthcare industry. They were out on the street interviewing people, asking if they were happy with how things are run, and almost everyone said yes. I don't know if I'm living in some parallel universe or if those people just rarely ever have to see a doctor. 🤷
Also, a question for the patients: how much does this whole new electronic medical record system worry you? Do you think your privacy is actually going to be compromised with them?
Daniel Nguyen73 said:alright, thanks.
So what would we even call that then? Just anxiety, or a full-blown panic attack?
Samuel Morgan40 said:It’s a common misconception that PCOS always manifests through those classic, textbook symptoms—you know, the usual suspects like stubborn acne, weight gain, bloating, hair thinning, or excessive hair growth in typically male-pattern areas. But honestly, it doesn't have to work that way for everyone. One thing people often miss is the distinction between general increased hair growth and true hirsutism. There is a significant difference between having slightly more hair overall and developing that specific male-pattern growth; they aren't the same thing, though I suppose it's worth noting that hirsutism isn't even a mandatory requirement for a PCOS diagnosis. Furthermore, you can't rely solely on an ultrasound to tell the whole story. It is entirely possible for your ovaries to look perfectly normal on a scan and still meet the criteria. In my view, a truly comprehensive assessment requires looking at the full hormonal profile alongside those imaging results. Often, once you see the complete picture, it becomes clear that you need to investigate adrenal function and insulin sensitivity as well—since, as we know, there is a very strong, documented link between PCOS and insulin resistance in many cases.
Look, fungi are just a natural part of our biology—they're already living inside us, so I suppose they aren't inherently going to cause any harm or anything like that; it’s really the least of our concerns in the grand scheme of things. Of course, it all traces back to stress—that plays such a massive role in everything—not to mention the disproportionate impact it seems to have on us women.You really ought to try and get those hormone levels under control—if you can even call it that. I had four different female hormones tested myself, and honestly, you have to be incredibly careful about which specific day of your cycle you schedule the bloodwork for; timing is everything if you want accurate results. As for the thyroid stuff, I suspect you’ll need to grab a referral from your primary care physician first, and then you can head over to a specialist. In my experience, you definitely need to see an OB-GYN to get those hormonal panels handled properly.
It isn’t enough to just test female hormones—if her gynecologist is sending her in for labs anyway, they really ought to check everything else too. I mean, you need the full picture if you want any actual clarity. Besides, the doctor is already noting thyroid tests on the referral, so she might as well get it all done in one go. Typically, you’d run those levels around day 2 through 5 of the cycle, though sometimes progesterone needs to be checked on day 21 or 22.
It is essential—if we are being thorough here—to pull a comprehensive panel. I suppose you should look at Estradiol, FSH, and LH (though the ratio between them is what actually matters), along with prolactin and testosterone—both total and free levels. You’ll also want to include TSH, T3, and T4, plus progesterone, DHEA-S, and androstenedione. If it is at all possible, I would suggest adding cortisol testing via both blood plasma and a 24-hour urine sample as well.
Megan Jones27;26884538 said:Thank God for this epilator, because my arm hair is getting seriously out of control 😲 ..
Yeah. And it's not just the arms—it's the whole damn body.☕ I have a friend, so I know what I'm talking about. She's hairy everywhere. They basically only have sex in the dark now, because you can see all those razor bumps and irritation on her skin. It's a total mess.
Don't even get me started on summer.
She's been trying to fix it for years, but nothing works. Basically, she couldn't handle certain types of medication.
Plus, she's only 23, and the hormone stuff made her gain a ton of weight... and for what? Nothing.
And hey, don't sweat the arm hair. I've got it too. 🤷