Posts by Thomas Roberts9

I noticed in some of the earlier threads that a few people mentioned using Hemoroidin capsules from Encian. I was wondering if those are intended strictly for more severe cases, or if they might be appropriate for milder symptoms—or perhaps even used as a preventative measure for those of us who are naturally prone to hemorrhoids?

thank you 😍

I’ve noticed some of you mentioning how much you love using the Jessica liners from CVS, but I have to say, they’ve been a total disaster for me... 🤷 😕 It seems like the top mesh layer just completely detaches from the absorbent part. It sounds a bit dramatic, I know, but it really does happen—especially along the edges at the back where a centimeter or two just peels away. 🤷 I honestly can’t wrap my head around why this keeps happening, especially since I’m quite diligent about changing them frequently and making sure they aren't overfilled, yet there it is. I actually bought them a few more times thinking perhaps I was just being overly fussy (🤣), but they simply don't work for me. I truly admire anyone who finds them useful, because they are just awful in my experience. 😢

Amanda Alvarez35 said:Are those http://www.ekorpa.com/img/images/ori...1/49192-1.jpg?

I suppose I might give them a shot; it has been quite some time since I’ve allowed myself to be a little adventurous. 😁

Yeah, 👍
I really hope you enjoy them! I absolutely love this brand, and honestly, the price feels like a total steal—$4.00 for 20 pads!? But I certainly don't regret buying them. 😉

Amanda Alvarez35 said:I actually tried Carefree a little while back—I think I grabbed the wrong kind at the grocery store instead of Nature 😬—and while the surface feels fine, they just felt a bit too bulky compared to what I'm used to with Nature 🤷

Haha... I had the exact same experience when I tried those 🤣
They work okay for me overnight when things are a bit lighter, but during the day? No way! 🙂

P.S.—I still really recommend FEEL FINE. They are a tiny bit thicker than Nature 🤣, but nowhere near as thick as Carefree, and since they're made of cotton and have absolutely no scent, they're perfect for me! 😍 😍

silverlynx74 said:I need to start taking birth control this month. I am honestly just looking forward to finally having it sorted out; things are bound to get a little chaotic at home once we start navigating all this. 🤣🤣

Well, you should just carry them with you at all times... 🤷
Or, if you prefer, you could always just tell them you weren't feeling well and had to head out for an appointment. You could mention that they discovered a slight hormonal imbalance and prescribed some medication, but you didn't want to worry them with the details just to keep things calm...
It strikes me as quite strange, though; we are living in the 21st century, after all. It isn't as if our parents didn't have intimate lives before marriage—it’s just that they were much more reserved about discussing it. Nowadays, intimacy is viewed as a perfectly natural part of life and one of our most fundamental human needs. But if you happen to have parents who find the topic too taboo to even mention, I suppose you're left with no choice but to be untruthful. 🤷

brisksurfer65 said:Hi everyone... I'm 15 years old. I've been in a steady relationship for quite some time now, and just three days ago, my partner and I were intimate for the first time. We used protection, of course. I called a private gynecologist immediately today to set up an appointment. I'm going with my best friend, who finds herself in the exact same situation as I am. We simply feel that one shouldn't wait for problems to arise, but rather take every possible precaution right away. I did this out of love, and I truly believe that the timing or location doesn't matter as much as being with the right person...🙂 😍 😍

Anyway, the gynecologist listed all the tests she would perform, and the total came to $190 separately?? Does that seem excessive to you? She mentioned a Pap smear and a pelvic exam... I already got my CDC vaccine, so I'm not worried about that part!

Does taking a cervical sample hurt? I don't mind being vulnerable during the exam because I know I'm doing this for my own well-being... but I'm honestly a little nervous about whether it will be painful...🤷

I'm not entirely sure what private clinic prices look like these days, but it all seems a bit steep to me 🤔 my friend went to a private doctor for her first visit and paid $133 for the exam and the Pap... I don't know...

They won't be taking a cervical sample (because that would involve removing a tissue sample for analysis, which is completely unnecessary for someone in your position; that's typically reserved for women showing clear indicators of cancer).
They'll just take a swab. No, the swab itself isn't painful, though the mere fact that they have to use a speculum can feel a little uncomfortable 😬 (the speculum is that metal instrument used to hold everything open so they can pass the swab through to get the sample)

Have you actually gone yet? (I assume so, seeing as this was posted two weeks ago 🙂 )

Amanda Alvarez35 said:For the past year, I've exclusively used Nature Valley. They're quite thin, yet they absorb everything incredibly well, and the surface feels wonderfully soft. My only minor grievance would be the added scent, though it isn't a dealbreaker.

It almost feels as if I am reading my own thoughts reflected back at me.😁
if you take a moment to look at my previous post...

Megan Hill said:Why would anyone avoid Always pads?😕 I’ve always relied on them, though I have noticed that whenever I try their daily versions—like the aloe or fresh scents—I end up dealing with some kind of irritation, whether it's a yeast infection, itching, or just general stinging... 😠 I'm honestly at a loss for what else to try! 🤷

I can't stand Always because they feel like wearing little plastic bags, and they always seem to irritate my skin too.👎

Megan Hill said:Girls, what do you think of this new Nature Valley line?

I used those for a while and actually liked them quite a bit; the only issue was that their scent used to be a bit overwhelming, but the material itself felt fine. Eventually, I discovered an even better option called FEEL FINE (they come in green packaging similar to Always) and they are actually half the price—you get 10 for $2.00, or 20 for $4.00. You can find them at places like Kroger or Publix.
I also find the pads from Target to be quite good. I picked up a 30-pack for about $15... and Lady Gaga ones are decent too.
Most of these seem to be made from more natural materials and feel much more comfortable than Always. I used to use Always for overnight protection, but even that doesn't work for me anymore; now I'd rather just use a thicker cotton pad. I really can't bring myself to look at Always products anymore... they just don't suit me.🤷

Megan Hill said:Girls, do you use intimate wipes?

They don't really appeal to me; I often worry they might cause some stinging down there.😬 I'd much rather just hop in the shower.😛

analogdrifter51 said:I would really appreciate some advice if anyone has a moment.
My period started today, which is also the day I am supposed to begin my first pack of birth control, specifically Yazoo.
Since I am in quite a bit of pain, I was wondering if it would be alright to take some Neo right now and then wait until around noon or 1:00 PM to take the pill; I am just worried about whether they might interact poorly, especially since I sometimes deal with nausea and find that Neo doesn't always sit well with my stomach.

Thank you. 😢

Why would you keep taking Neo if it makes you feel sick?? 😕

Sam Hall15 said:If you choose to go to a teaching hospital, you have to accept that there will be residents or students still completing their training, which means there’s always a chance you might receive care from them... that's just how the system works, and if someone isn't comfortable with that, they should probably stick to private clinics or a local community hospital.

I can't help but wonder why we assume this doesn't happen in community hospitals? In smaller towns across the US, people rely entirely on those local facilities, where medical students are often seeing all sorts of things too.🤷

It actually happened once while I was doing my internship; they would call us in to observe procedures, though I honestly wonder if they ever even bothered to ask the patient first. I remember one specific instance where there were about five of us, including one guy, when a woman was brought in for a procedure and she looked completely bewildered, just staring at us in total silence, clearly feeling incredibly uncomfortable 😢 It felt even more mortifying for us once we realized the poor woman had absolutely no idea we were going to be standing there watching... it was truly awful... 👎

Amy Young12 said:What are the early warning signs of this disorder?
I know things like excessive cleaning are included in it.
If someone just wants their house to be spotless and tidy—if they get bothered when shoes are left in the hallway instead of on the rack, if they can't stand seeing hair in the bathroom and feel the need to clean it constantly, or if they find it repulsive to drink from a glass someone else has already used.
Or perhaps if you were raised with a heavy emphasis on being neat, and over time, you’ve taken that to heart to the point where you feel everything simply must be excessively clean...

Could those tendencies lead to OCD?

Maybe try a quick Google search... though those aren't necessarily symptoms of OCD; they might just indicate that a person is exceptionally tidy or a perfectionist.😬
In actual OCD, as I mentioned before, we're looking at obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, which don't always have to happen simultaneously.

But if what you're actually interested in is Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder, then it looks more like this:
"Individuals living with Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder tend to be inflexible and unadaptable, clinging rigidly to strict routines, schedules, and patterns of behavior; they are overly preoccupied with rules, order, organization, cleanliness, details, and maintaining absolute control over others. They demand that everything follows their specific way because nothing ever feels quite good enough; they often express only negative emotions and constantly seek reasons to criticize, no matter how trivial the matter. Another symptom of this disorder involves the unnecessary hoarding of old or worn-out items.

Amanda Gray77 said:It really only counts if it becomes excessive, meaning it borders on obsessive—like when someone feels compelled to clean the same spot over and over again, or if they experience this deep sense of anxiety whenever something isn't perfectly in its place, triggering a frantic urge to tidy up everything immediately.

I think that’s a bit inaccurate, if I may say so. Obsessions are those distressing, intrusive thoughts that plague a person (for instance, the belief that they must complete a specific task to prevent something terrible from happening), whereas compulsions are the actual physical actions taken (which is that repetitive behavior you mentioned). While these obsessions and compulsions often go hand in hand, they don't necessarily have to occur together. A person might exhibit compulsive behaviors, such as washing their hands excessively or constantly checking if they locked the front door, without being haunted by specific intrusive thoughts like "if I eat this chocolate right now, I'll end up walking into traffic"... and it works the other way around too.

swiftbison25 said:I honestly feel like I could have gotten through my entire supply of condoms by now, but I just can't seem to stay consistent with them, which I know isn't exactly ideal for my partner. 🙄 I wonder what everyone's thoughts are on the safety of relying on the withdrawal method while using condoms specifically during fertile windows?

It’s a bit of a difficult question to pose, I suppose... whenever I decide to take a break from my birth control pills, I tend to rely on the withdrawal method instead of using condoms. 😬 While it isn't exactly what medical experts would advise, I suppose it really comes down to how much risk you feel comfortable taking on—and since it’s impossible to predict how things might unfold, that uncertainty can be quite heavy. From what I’ve gathered about your situation, it seems like you might not be entirely ready to face those potential consequences just yet, so perhaps it would be best to give this some serious thought before deciding whether or not to proceed.

Everything else remains true, though I didn't find the colonoscopy to be nearly as painful as described /knock on wood 😁/ and I suspect that was largely because I spent the entire time trying to relax my muscles through deep breathing🤣 honestly, it makes such a difference! For me, the discomfort was limited strictly to the areas where I have existing hemorrhoids... so, please don't scare people by implying it’s universally agonizing when everyone's experience varies. I did feel a little jumpy whenever they pumped in air, which actually caused me to giggle a bit during the procedure😬

Stress really can work wonders on the body, can't it? 😢 I dealt with some very similar issues myself, and my doctor ended up prescribing Nexium for my stomach, which I had to take about 20 minutes before eating. To be honest, it didn't do much for me because my main struggles were actually with my digestive tract rather than my stomach. For the diarrhea, they put me on Imodium. Since those are all prescription medications, you'll definitely need to consult with a physician regardless.

I don't think exercise has much to do with it. Honestly, the best thing you could do is find a way to avoid or at least soften the impact of whatever stress is surrounding you. I eventually went in for a colonoscopy because of all those symptoms, and—thank God—it turned out everything was fine physically; it was all just rooted in my mental health. Ever since then, I've been trying to stay calm and focus more intently on my overall well-being.
I truly believe that your health is the most important thing you have, and everything else can always be figured out...

Michelle Wood67 said:Could someone please clarify once more whether an employer is legally obligated to cover health insurance costs when hiring through a student employment agency?

I believe 🤷
if you could just take a quick look at post number 6 further up the thread, it might help.

Jamie Barnes60 said:Could it possibly be a Bartholin gland issue?

It really couldn't be a Bartholin gland in the bikini area, as those are actually located between the labia. Bartholin

It might just be an ingrown hair, though if you're feeling uneasy about it, perhaps it would be best to visit a doctor just to be sure.🙂

stormymaker24 said:I'm not entirely certain, to be honest... I have this nagging feeling that things might just end up in a total collision once we get inside. 😁

It’s funny how people always claim there won't be any collisions, yet here we are. 😍

stormymaker24 said:I find myself leaning more toward the Mirena option.

I suppose that all feels more suited to women who have already had children... though I may be mistaken. It just doesn't feel entirely natural to me to think about my period stopping altogether; I don't see myself playing around with those kinds of options, at least not until I’ve had a few kids of my own. 😬

stormymaker24 said:I can't help but wonder about the reasoning behind including belly dancers in the ring presentation; it felt like such an unexpected choice. ☕

Oh dear... where could it possibly be? 👋

Donna Wood52 said:whenever there’s blood involved, I feel like I have to go digging around in there. ugh! it actually gave me a little chill. 😕

Oh, goodness... dealing with your own blood can be quite unsettling, though I suppose it's similar to when you're inserting a tampon, where you also have to reach a bit. The main difference is that with a ring, the flow is usually tapering off at that point, whereas with a tampon, you're often dealing with much more. 😉