Hmm, I'm not sure... if I went to a private psychiatrist in another country and got a diagnosis, could I bring that back to the US and have my local doctor prescribe the medication?
Yeah, that’s exactly my point, guaranteed. Give those suspensions a shot. They're the perfect pairing with an unknown probiotic... and you'll be all set.
Are you dealing with anything else right now? Fever, aches, nausea, vomiting...?
Salmonella is typically treated with antibiotics, but I guess they decided you didn't need any more... it's hard for me to say for sure from out here. If that's the case, and if you aren't seeing other symptoms, then the issues with your stool are likely just a result of your gut flora being totally out of whack—which is pretty standard after a round of antibiotics. To get things back on track, head to a pharmacy (or check with your doctor for a prescription) and grab some unknown, which should help stop the diarrhea. You take two right away, and then follow up with one capsule after every watery movement until it stops. At the same time, it’s really important to take a probiotic. You can find those at any drugstore; they come in capsules and aren't particularly expensive. No prescription needed for that. If things don't settle down within 3 or 4 days at most, despite doing all this, you really ought to go back for a follow-up with an infectious disease specialist.
It could be seborrheic dermatitis, but it's hard to say for sure without more info. You actually have a whole separate thread dedicated to this topic already.
Sure, addiction is a real risk here. Even coffee addicts have it bad, but the caffeine doses in these things are on a whole different level. Plus, you’re looking at typical digestive issues as a side effect. It’s best to cut it out as soon as possible. The move is to taper off gradually rather than quitting cold turkey, aiming to be completely done within a week. During that transition, you should probably take some antacids to protect your stomach. You can just grab some over-the-counter at a CVS or Walgreens, or ask your doctor for a recommendation. Then there’s the psychological component. That depends on how deep the habit goes and what exactly you're using the stimulants to mask. Are you trying to fight off exhaustion because you aren't sleeping? Or are you using them to patch up a depressive mood? ... All of that might—and I mean *might*—uncover underlying issues that would require actual medical treatment once the fog clears.
If you see a private psychiatrist, you can just take their assessment over to your primary care doctor, and they’ll write you the prescription so you don't have to pay out of pocket.
Besides, prices vary wildly depending on who you're seeing. It's hard to pin down, but maybe somewhere between $70 and $67. That’s probably just for a monthly supply, .
Look, you really need to follow whatever your doctor recommends. You don't just decide to stop on your own whim. If your physician is the one prescribing the Suboxone, they’re going to be the ones to manage your taper, too.
That’s incredibly rare, usually only happening in cases of severe trauma. For instance, the heart can actually "bulge" out—essentially a cardiac hernia—during its contractions, which can mess with its rhythm depending on how big or where the rupture is. Then, if a blood vessel actually bursts, you could end up with bleeding in the chest cavity. Or, a significant amount of blood might get trapped between the heart and the pericardium, which crowds the space the heart needs to contract (since the pericardium doesn't stretch). All of this can lead to cardiac arrest.
The post this and my previous reply refer to has been deleted (just so we don't cause any confusion).
There are no magic bullets—no single drugs that act as a cure-all. That’s always a lie. Magic doesn't exist.
Furthermore, it’s irresponsible to lobby for something without at least mentioning that it carries risks, because that is exactly what it is. Every organism reacts differently, and a person's general health status matters immensely. Your neighbor's "genius" remedy (which might very well just be a placebo) could end up doing serious harm to someone else. Drugs aren't whipped up in a kitchen or sold through random private websites; they are distributed through pharmacies and clinics, and there are valid reasons for that—reasons far more important than the potential flaws in the current system!
Elizabeth Doyle27 said:Can someone help me make sense of some blood work? It’s for my 15-month-old.
A neutrophil count of 0.7? That’s a bit on the low side. If you're looking at lab results and seeing numbers like that, it usually points toward neutropenia. It's definitely worth a conversation with your doctor to figure out why your levels are dipping—whether it's something temporary like a recent viral bug or something else that needs more attention. Don't overthink it alone; just get a professional opinion. Neutrophils at 10%? That’s a bit of an outlier. Usually, you want to see those numbers sitting much higher on a standard CBC. If this was part of a routine checkup, it might be worth a quick follow-up with your doctor just to see what the rest of the panel looks like. Lymphocytes (%) at 78. Basophils at 2.3%. Just a number on a page.
It looks like we're dealing with either an acute viral infection or perhaps something chronic and bacterial—it really just depends on the clinical presentation and whatever other data points we can pull from the chart.
Paranoia is just one of those inadequate ways the body reacts to stress—basically just another version of an adrenaline spike. Take it easy. There aren't any grand mysteries, miracles, or reasons to rush things... there's just life as it actually exists, and that’s the only thing we can be sure of. Once we calm down, there’ll finally be enough room for actual arguments.
As for that MMS mentioned in the link, I see immediate red flags regarding self-administration—it looks incredibly dangerous. We're talking potential metabolic acidosis (which can be fatal), worsening conditions like gastritis or ulcers in anyone with stomach issues (potentially leading to perforation, which is also lethal), massive and deadly bleeding in cases of esophageal varices, or even pancreatitis... I don't see how it would have any impact on cancer. What I do see, however, is how it could potentially cause it through chronic damage to the digestive tract lining.
Look, Augmentin is a standard antibiotic, nothing more. It’s not some experimental, aggressive cocktail that's going to wreck you; you aren't taking anything particularly intense, so there shouldn't be any drama. If the infection has already migrated to your sinuses or lungs, it makes sense that the course is longer. Sinuses, in particular, have poor blood flow, which means the antibiotic doesn't reach them as efficiently.
I don't think it’s anything major, provided there aren't other red flags. Honestly, feeling thirsty in the morning can actually be a decent sign, and not being able to instantly rehydrate isn't necessarily pathological. In my view, the real issue arises when people fail to drink enough water throughout the day—they get distracted, especially during heavy physical activity, and forget to replenish their electrolytes, particularly if they're sweating heavily.
Lisa Hill18 said:My white blood cell count in my urine is up to 8-10, so I'm wondering if that affects my chances of getting pregnant? I've had regular unprotected sex for about 3 months now.
No. Take a pregnancy test, just to be safe. A UTI needs treatment, and you should hold off on having sex for about 7 to 10 days while you're dealing with it. Your partner should probably get checked out too, just in case.