electricstag2 said:I’m bringing this up because I really need some advice or if anyone’s dealt with an early period before.
Basically, my period showed up just 10 days after my last one actually finished. 👎
And it doesn't even feel like a normal period. None of the usual symptoms—no breakouts, no mood swings, no random hunger pangs, no cramps, no leg weakness, nothing digestive, nothing. Even the texture is off; there aren't those typical clots, if you know what I mean. The blood is way brighter too. It was super light for the first three days, then it picked up on day four and five. It's still going; today is day five.
I just had my regular annual blood work and urinalysis done two days ago and everything came back totally fine.
Obviously, I’m going to see my OB-GYN, but I have to wait for this whole thing to pass first. In the meantime, I'm honestly a little freaked out. I really hope it's nothing serious.
Has anyone gone through something like this? Any idea what it could be?
Your best bet is talking to an OB-GYN. It could be anything from an infection, stress, bad diet, or working out too hard, all the way down to things like cancer or an ectopic pregnancy.
crimsonstag47 said:Have you actually registered anywhere yet? Because some doctors will take you on if you haven't—like, if you're picking a gynecologist for the first time. So when you call, make sure to emphasize that you're choosing one for the first time rather than switching from someone else. Mazalin is great. You definitely need a Medicare gynecologist though, just for things like prescriptions or referrals. Once you find one, you just need to get the paperwork filled out, have them stamp it, drop it off at the local Medicare office, and if I remember right, you'll be officially their patient in about ten days.
And yeah, they’ll honor results from private doctors too.
wiredharbor63 said:Yeah, unfortunately, you really do. At least, that's what they tell you. I was dealing with switching doctors the other day and had to head over to the Jukes clinic with this change-of-provider form my new doctor gave me. They just plug it into their system, slap a stamp on it, and hand it right back to you so you can lug it over to both your old and new doctors. When I actually asked them, "Wait, shouldn't you guys be handling this part?" the woman there just gave me this look and said, "No," like I was being totally ridiculous 🤔🙄
So here we are in 2018, living in the 21st century... and you still have to walk around carrying stacks of paper from one office to Medicare, then to the new guy, then back to the old guy... just imagine if, in some distant future, they actually invent computers and a decent IT system. Who knows? Maybe then they'll actually make our lives easier and save us some time 🙄
Way back when I switched doctors—I think it was ages ago—I feel like I just handed the form to the new doctor and that was it. I didn't even see the old one. But hey, don't quote me on that, it was a long time ago.
Based on my own experience, yeah... though again, I can't really vouch for anything regarding Diagnostics-ala since that was like, what, ten years ago? One more thing—they don't do installment plans, but there might be some deals or something, better just ask them directly. Everything else is fine.
Kimberly Morris said:Someone close to me just had a brain MRI done at Tel Aviv. The Radiologist looked at the results and found a small lacunar infarct. Fine. But when that same person went back to their neurologist at the Mayo Clinic, the doctor basically told them they picked the absolute worst clinic and the most outdated machine possible. Now I’m sitting here thinking about booking my own MRI at Tel Aviv, but honestly, I’m having second thoughts. Does anyone have any advice?
Back when I worked at Diagnostics 2000 a long time ago, we were using a 1.5 Tesla machine, which is basically nothing compared to the 3.5 Tesla Neuron machines—it’s like two or three times the power. You really want to be on the same kind of equipment. As far as I know, they have two specialists working there, specifically called neuroradiologists. I think the price for a brain MRI at Neuron is around $533, though if you add contrast, it’ll be a bit more.
You and I are dealing with the exact same issue. We are both just terrified of living! We worry about this, we worry about that, we worry about absolutely everything. But why are we so afraid? We're afraid because our parents didn't step up and toughen us up when they should have, and they didn't help us grow into independent, strong individuals.
We're dependent on them, and that's a bond we have to break. It won't be easy, but believe me, it can be done.
You're 31. You are young! I truly believe you will overcome these fears 🙂 .
It all looks great on paper, really. You’re young, you’re driven, you’ve got that spark... but honestly? You’re cruising straight toward what people call "burn out." The real trick is making sure you actually carve out some downtime for yourself. I mean, waking up at 5:00 AM just to hit the gym—I don't even care which Gold's Gym you're hitting, it doesn't matter—but seriously? You clearly picked up this perfectionism habit from someone. Look, having goals and knowing what you want out of life is fine, but don't forget to actually live it. Life isn't some scripted Hollywood movie. Childhood dreams are one thing, but reality isn't perfect and it definitely isn't black and white. Things can flip 360 degrees in a heartbeat before you even realize it.
boldnomad45 said:I haven't seen that. Where I am, the patriarchy is still going strong. Women with degrees and solid careers are still being treated as subordinates to men, both at work and at home. There are exceptions, sure, but they're the exception, not the rule.
It’s actually kind of the opposite where I live, though honestly, it's a mix of both. I mean, I can't argue with the fact that America is still a pretty patriarchal society overall. Also, regarding the OP—if she wants to keep her sanity, she needs to start calling people out. These kinds of scenes are just going to keep happening more and more often if nobody speaks up.
boldnomad45 said:The reality is simply that women aren't financially dependent anymore, so they aren't stuck in bad relationships. That's all there is to it. That's why they leave. In the past, they just had to endure it.
Yeah, sure, but have you guys noticed how much more proactive women are being lately? Like, they’re actually choosing men now, making the first move, taking charge... it's different. For all the good stuff about living in the 21st century, there's definitely a flip side to it too.
I’m 25, living my own life and working my own job here in the States, but I find myself driving back to my hometown almost every weekend. My dad lives there, and since my mom walked out on him this past summer, things have gone south fast. My dad was never really the "warm and fuzzy" type, but he always showed love for my sisters and me—especially me, being the youngest. Since my older sisters are married and settled with their own families now, I’ve basically become his only lifeline. I’ve always been closer to him than to my mother, and we used to talk every single day. But ever since she left, he calls me multiple times a day just to drain me with his endless venting and wild conspiracy theories. He’s convinced the whole world is out to get him, and he constantly accuses me of being my mother's "little spy." There are times when he gets under my skin so deeply that I lose control—I end up screaming and throwing things around the room. Then, predictably, he’ll apologize and promise it won't happen again, but we both know that’s a lie. To put it bluntly, it’s emotional abuse. I’m at a total loss because nothing I’ve tried seems to change the dynamic. Honestly, with everything going on in my family, I feel completely drained of any will to live; I just want to disappear. I even told him that. Today is Friday, and we had another blowout the second I stepped through the front door. Part of me knows I should probably stop coming home, but I’m paralyzed by the fear that something terrible might happen to him if I stay away.
Has anyone else dealt with something like this? I could really use some advice... thanks.
Just run. You have your own life and career; call him once in a while and set boundaries. He's going to blame you for everything. Focus on yourself. You'll hear stories like this all the time. You're an adult, and you have the right to make your own choices; let them deal with their own mess however they see fit. And has anyone else noticed how much more common it is lately for women to be the ones leaving, rather than men? It feels like people are getting more aggressive too. Every story has two sides to it.
Christian Kelly51 said:Her Social Security only covers groceries, basically. So I'm planning on covering her utilities. She deals with some mental health stuff, too—mostly depression and anxiety. She’s pushing 70, so doing heavy housework isn't really an option for her anymore. She can still move around fine, though. For her age, she's actually pretty active.
To be honest, I don't actually think I'll end up doing all that. It would probably just drain me completely. I guess it's more of a bluff, just a way to help her feel a bit more at ease.
Unfortunately, Social Security checks are tiny these days. If you want her to move, help her out financially. Just do it gradually. See what you can actually manage without breaking yourself. Don't give her false hope, but try to assist her at first. Just do what everyone else suggests.
The reason I’m posting here is because I could really use some advice. I don't really have anyone in my immediate circle who is in a similar situation or who can give me any constructive input.
So, I’m 29, I’ve got my college degree, I’ve been working for over five years, and I’m pretty financially stable and all that. However, I still live with my mom in a one-bedroom apartment. She’s a single parent—my parents split up... hmm, a long time ago.
The reason I haven't moved out until now isn't really important. But, I finally found my own place, signed a lease, and I'll be moving in this December. I spent about three months searching for a place, but I didn't tell my mom my plans, so I only broke the news to her a couple of days ago. She didn't take it very well, to say the least. It turned into a whole drama about how I shouldn't be wasting money on rent when I could live with her and save, blah blah blah. Or that I should have put that money toward renovating our current place instead.
But... she is a veeeeery difficult person. I didn't want to tell her the real reason why I didn't want to invest anything in the apartment, because honestly, no matter how hard I try to do something nice for our home, I just run into resistance, arguments, drama, questions about why I'm spending money on it, etc. Those are just the constant issues with living with her. That's the real reason I need to move out.
But... I can't be completely honest with her because she struggles with depression and anxiety (it’s not constant, but it happens), which is another reason I want to leave, but I’m scared to be blunt with her.
Instead, my "story" is just that I want to be independent and see what it's like to live on my own.
Okay, so now I'm wondering how I might be able to help her, or what kind of excuse I could use to make it easier for her to handle me leaving?
You're probably going to end up coddling her in every way possible.
steeltrucker3 said:Do I still have health insurance coverage if I don't do anything within that 30-day window after being terminated at the Social Security Administration? I mean, can I still show up for my scheduled appointments and stuff? I'm just waiting on the paperwork to get everything sorted... but man, things are moving so slow.
Ugh, look, I'm not entirely sure how the specifics work, but you should probably ask someone directly or double-check. I'll send you info on who you can contact.
For everyone sliding into my DMs asking about my private experience with these places, here’s the deal:😛you’ve got Breyer, Bates, and Salzer. I also know that part of the testing gets handled by labs tucked inside what used to be—or are now called—community health centers. One of those labs is over on Bicanicev, though they don't handle everything, and I know about the one on Ivanicgradska too. Just a heads-up, Bates isn't exactly cheap, but you can actually pay in installments, so just check the price list on their website. Oh, and there's also the Rock Star clinic.
Chloe Roberts2 said:Honestly, just get in touch with your doctor and let them know a box of your meds went missing. Or, you could just give their nursing staff a call instead.
Seriously, just get in touch with your doctor and their clinic staff.
Jamie Lewis said:Honestly, I have this idea that I’d actually love being in a relationship with a girl struggling with her mental health. I picture myself driving her to her therapy sessions, looking out for her, and just being that steady support system she needs. To me, that kind of devotion wouldn't feel like a burden at all—it would be incredibly fulfilling. I truly believe that if you pour enough genuine love into someone, you can actually help them overcome their struggles. 🍿
There's definitely some truth to what's being said here. You have to look at the whole picture—the guys, the social life, the girls, all of it. But seriously, if it's possible to get private treatment once a week for more manageable cases, then yeah, you can absolutely beat the illness if you tackle it head-on.
All I know for sure is that Dr. Kocijan works as a court expert, and honestly, I've been waiting forever to hear anything, but you guys should probably check on this myself