Posts by Keith Jones76

Are you seeing this in your eyes, or just in your field of vision?

Sounds like panic attacks to me.

Binge eating and bulimia are essentially two sides of the same coin when it comes to eating disorders. What’s your take on psychotherapy for this?

Sure, but since it doesn't hit those dopamine receptors quite like what she’s used to, the effect just won't be there—meaning she won't actually stick to it. If it did work, people would probably be doing it all the time.

Alright.

It could be psychological, which might point toward something like irritable bowel syndrome. But you really need to rule out any physical underlying issues first.
Hyper-focusing on physical symptoms—and psychosomatic issues in general—is pretty typical for people who struggle to put their emotions into words or just tend to resist facing how they actually feel. You might find it helpful to start keeping a journal to track your emotions, specifically those triggered by stressful situations. If you start documenting things, you might begin to spot patterns in how you react. Once those patterns are visible, you can gradually work on questioning them and swapping them out for more constructive responses.

Look, in our society, it’s become almost standard to develop this sense of learned helplessness, and honestly, I can't get behind it. For instance:

People who aren't striving for anything better—who don't seek out excitement or growth because they've just settled into their daily grind and feel "fine" with it—they have zero desire to change a thing.
... I find passive people infuriating; I might even go as far as saying I feel something close to hatred toward them.
... Passive individuals who shy away from change, bigger thrills, or taking any kind of risk...

Regardless, the sentiment is valid.

Those sound like anxiety reactions.
Either have your doctor prescribe some anxiolytics to take as needed, or reach out to a psychologist for some CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy). You're looking at roughly 10-15 sessions, maybe even fewer. Check out the Mayo Clinic; they have a website and everything.

Tramadol, or sometimes called Ultram, is an opioid analgesic used for various types of pain, mostly chronic issues like cancer pain, recovery from surgery or trauma, and neuralgia. It isn't meant for sedation, and it definitely doesn't belong in the antipsychotic category.

Kenneth Scott41 said:I’ve spent some time pouring over the instruction manuals for both of these medications, but I have to admit, I’m a bit out of my depth when it comes to deciphering all that dense pharmaceutical jargon. So, I figured I’d reach out here and ask: is it actually safe to take Fevarin alongside Tramadol? I suppose I’m mostly concerned about what kind of side effects or consequences might follow if they're mixed.

You can take them together (Keflex and Tramadol), but the sedation might hit you harder. You shouldn't operate heavy machinery or drive, and generally, you need to be careful—your coordination and reaction times will likely take a hit.

I’m on the same page as James Ramirez10.
Stress doesn't just trigger eating out of nowhere; there's always some underlying belief driving the impulse. You have to tackle that mindset first and swap it out for something more rational and constructive. For instance,

Well, look on the bright side! In Romania, they were so obsessed with cutting costs that they wouldn't even bother using gloves, at least not on a regular basis.

A diagnosis isn't just some wild guess; it’s what happens after a thorough, professional evaluation. There simply isn't enough information here to make a call. It doesn't look like anything serious.
As for your foot, resting is probably your best bet. If the pain persists or the swelling doesn't go down, then you should go see a doctor.

At this time of year, it’s most likely just weeds—probably ragweed.

Are you aware that implants have an actual "expiration date"? Depending on the type, we're talking about maybe five years before they need to be swapped out. It basically means signing up for several more surgeries over the course of your lifetime.

It all comes down to the cost-benefit analysis...

Sinusitis—specifically ethmoid (which people often miss because it’s tricky to spot on scans) or frontal.
Swollen nasal passages due to allergies—are you sneezing or dealing with watery eyes?
Cluster headaches.
...

Let a doctor run the diagnostics.

Richard Gomez10 said:I'm assuming we're just talking about occult bleeding here—meaning nothing visible to the naked eye?
Nothing is visible to the naked eye.
Are there any other symptoms? Nausea, pain, food intolerances... what's her bowel movement like usually?
She deals with low blood pressure, so most issues pop up when it gets too hot. Medication-wise, she doesn't take anything except an occasional antihistamine for pollen allergies. Stools are generally normal, though they were soft on the day the sample was taken. Hemoglobin is 40.

You can't get a precise diagnosis without testing. It doesn't seem like an emergency, though there are never any guarantees. If she isn't feeling worse or experiencing severe symptoms, she could head out on vacation. But once she's back, she needs to schedule those follow-up tests immediately.
Just watch out during high temperatures or physical exertion—low blood pressure combined with anemia is a nasty cocktail. She needs to make sure she's eating enough, including salt, and staying hydrated!
It would be a good idea for her to eat red meat regularly—it’s the best way to absorb iron.
If she struggles with heartburn, she should avoid coffee and acidic foods, especially on an empty stomach. A probiotic (ask at a pharmacy for capsules, or just stick to things like Acidophil or Bioactive... just remember those "yogurts" are acidic, so don't have them on an irritated stomach) will help with stool quality, along with plenty of fiber (grains, fruit, raw veggies...).

Stick to smaller meals, eat softer foods, and steer clear of anything acidic. Also, ditch the soda.
Try sleeping with your head slightly elevated if you can. You might also need to lean on antacids (like Tums) or whatever specific meds your doctor put you on.
Minimize any kind of abdominal strain—don't lift heavy stuff, try not to laugh too hard (seriously), avoid coughing fits, and stop bending over constantly.
And make sure you get that yeast infection treated separately.

Richard Gomez10 said:I'm looking for some input here. My wife had her routine physical about 20 days ago. Everything seemed fine, but they noticed slight anemia in her bloodwork and advised her to get tested again, specifically focusing on iron levels. We just got the results back today, and here is what falls outside the normal range:
erythrocytes 5.3 (H)
Hemoglobin 118 (L)
MCV 74 (L)
MCH 22 (L)
MCHC 303 (L)
Iron 5.8 (L)
UIBC 70 (H)
And finally, what's worrying us most: the fecal occult blood test came back positive.
Her primary care physician gave her a referral to Gastroenterology.
We’re supposed to head out on vacation this Monday. The question is, how long does it actually take to get an appointment? In your opinion, is this something serious enough that we should cancel our plans and stay put, or can we go on vacation and then deal with whatever comes next in September once we see the follow-up results?

Based on those numbers, it's clear there's bleeding somewhere in the GI tract. Pinpointing the exact location is difficult, which makes it equally hard to gauge the severity with any real certainty.
I assume we're talking about occult bleeding—meaning nothing visible to the naked eye?
Are there any other symptoms? Nausea, pain, food sensitivities? What is her bowel movement pattern usually like?
How is she handling the anemia? Any weakness, lethargy, or fatigue?
Any history of digestive issues? Is she on any medications? Other health conditions?
How old is she?

This is just guesswork—but it could be anything from a stomach ulcer to something in the small intestine. Maybe hemorrhoids... It all depends on the answers to those questions and, more importantly, the actual diagnostic tests.

Betty Myers7 said:So, someone close to me has been dealing with daily stomach pains lately (he's male, almost 15, and there isn't really a history of major illnesses in his family; he's usually pretty healthy). He’s losing his appetite—to the point where he barely eats—and he's dropping weight fast. He's lost about 26 pounds, and this has been going on for over a month now.
I honestly have no clue what's causing it, so I figured I'd ask if anyone here might know, so to speak...
Just a side note, his father also went through a period of rapid weight loss once, so maybe it's just genetic rather than some specific disease, but if anyone suspects something else, any input would be helpful..

Please?

It's probably just gastritis. But it could be something more serious, so getting an endoscopy and some blood work done would be a smart move. They need to start treatment soon; if he keeps losing weight like this, he's just going to run into more complications, and then you're looking at a much bigger problem.