Jonathan Perez88 said:How can you be so sure? Is this based on actual experience? And what exactly makes them so special?
Exactly. And will they actually do anything eight months post-op? What’s the damage on price?
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Exactly. And will they actually do anything eight months post-op? What’s the damage on price?
Low libido after fibroid and ovary removal surgery?
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Ronald Hall4 said:I'm 43. I have surgery scheduled to remove uterine fibroids. They’re taking my uterus and one ovary. If everything goes according to plan, I want to know what happens to my sex drive afterward. Has anyone been through this? Can someone explain how it feels? 🙂
If they're removing the uterus and one ovary, why leave the other one? It seems odd.
They'll likely put you on hormone replacement therapy.
In my case, because the fibroid was so massive, they had to remove both ovaries along with the uterus. They even had to remove part of my bowel.
Now, I take red clover phytoestrogens and my libido is excellent. Honestly, it's better than it was years ago.
The only real shift is that my priorities in life have completely flipped. I demand much more from my husband now—I want him more organized, more proactive, more attentive. I go out more, I dress up more, I hit the gym harder, and I spend more time on my computer. I'm no longer just the cook and the cleaner.
I deal with bouts of anger more frequently than before. I am actively trying to overhaul my entire lifestyle.
That is the reality of it.
If you end up on hormone therapy, you might struggle to manage your weight. It's been quite a while since I've gained a single pound. I eat whatever I want, but I stay active and I've always been an athletic type.
Aaron Walker10: This scar of mine takes a heavy toll on me too. Honestly, the moment I catch a glimpse of it, this entire mosaic of memories hits me all at once—things I didn't even fully grasp while I was surviving in that hospital. Those invasive, uncomfortable vaginal exams, the ultrasound, all those strangers hovering around me... some hideous hospital gowns. There were nights I spent alone in a dark room, just watching ships sail into the harbor, completely solitary and abandoned.
I also had to rush into surgery. One workday, I saw the doctor after my shift, ended up admitted ten days later, and was in the OR within two days. You wake up feeling like a stranger to yourself. And you're never the same again.
I understand what you're going through.
I also had to rush into surgery. One workday, I saw the doctor after my shift, ended up admitted ten days later, and was in the OR within two days. You wake up feeling like a stranger to yourself. And you're never the same again.
I understand what you're going through.
Brenda Ramos2 said:Honestly, I just don't feel right going out when I know people are staring at my scar. To be fair, I grew up by the coast, so being near the water was always just part of life—I’m not "addicted" to it or anything. But lately, I actually find skipping a swim more comfortable than having to deal with everyone's eyes on my scar.
And I’m struggling with the same thing ruggedscout91 mentioned; it’s this constant, nagging reminder of everything that went down, and frankly, I can't even stand looking at it myself.
That's my girl, Brenda Ramos2. As if we are somehow less worthy because we hide it. I live by the coast too. I don't know what you went through, but I can tell you haven't truly made peace with the whole ordeal either. Just when we start to relax and think about something else, the scar returns to remind us.
I had to pull together every ounce of my dignity and learn how to live life afterward, especially since I had no idea what my surgery actually entailed at the start (fibroids, uterine issues, intestinal stuff, etc.). Physically, I am fully recovered. Mentally? I am completely dissatisfied with things that didn't bother me nearly as much before.
Let's try both approaches. For once, let's stop obsessing over what people will think when they see the scar. Let's accept it as a legitimate part of our bodies. And as for those who stare? They can go worry about their own flaws—their stomachs, their veins, their weight. What do you think?😂
Post-C-section CRP levels: what's normal?
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ambermason822 said:Thanks everyone for the input. I’m calling my OB-GYN first thing in the morning, and I already have an ultrasound scheduled at a private clinic tomorrow. I'll update you all once I know more. Thanks again.
Talk to your surgeon. They're the ones who actually saw what was happening in there. It sounds cold, but let's be honest: doctors tend to remember scans and procedures much better than they remember names or faces. 😍 I still remember my attending physician used to say, "Pass me that pneumothorax from yesterday," or "Hand me that asthma case." It's just how it works.
Mine starts just above my pelvic area and runs all the way up to my navel. Right now, it’s a deep dark red, occasionally turning purple. The whole thing looks like some dried-up rope or an earthworm stretched out, and if I run my fingers over it, it feels like a thick, tough piece of nautical rope.
Most days I don't give it a second thought, but then comes those few days where it starts bothering me—especially if I happen to scratch at it.
It makes me feel less than whole. It’s constant, getting under my skin, serving as a relentless reminder.
Most days I don't give it a second thought, but then comes those few days where it starts bothering me—especially if I happen to scratch at it.
It makes me feel less than whole. It’s constant, getting under my skin, serving as a relentless reminder.
Can night hallucinations be a symptom of cancer? Plus a few more questions about my symptoms
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placidjackal36 said:And why on earth would anyone bother rotating a mattress? What's the point? Connections. What are they really worth? Is there anything left to say? 🙄
It is purely subjective, but I find certain rituals helpful when nightmares or irrational fears take hold. Sometimes, I simply flip the pillow to the cool side or shift my position in bed. I used to do this while staying at the hospital, and it actually worked. 😁 Change is vital. People struggle to grasp that simple truth. If you aren't feeling right, change whatever you can. It makes things better. Why wait?
Post-C-section CRP levels: what's normal?
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ambermason822;27320902 said:Scott Allen10 said:😂..
I am not entirely clear on whether you actually had a pulmonary embolism or if it was just a suspicion. A high CRP might be explained by inflammatory processes following an embolism... or perhaps some infection at the surgical site, though that doesn't seem particularly convincing to me....
No, I didn't have a pulmonary embolism. All my test results came back normal. My CRP was elevated at around 40 while I was in the hospital, even though I was already taking Augmentin twice a day at 1g doses.
Your OB-GYN surgeon is the one person you absolutely need to follow up with. There is no need to panic. The cardiologist did their job, but your gynecologist holds jurisdiction over your care until the incision heals. As for the ultrasound, your surgeon will know best what might jeopardize the healing process.
My opinion? That CRP and sedimentation rate are linked to your surgery. It would be wise to get checked out by your surgeon immediately.
Please share your experiences regarding surgical scars, whether from gynecological procedures or otherwise. Right now, I’m dealing with an itch at the base of my scar that is becoming incredibly irritating. It’s likely due to the rain. How much longer will this discomfort persist? It has already been several months.
I’m still dealing with a 5-inch scar on my abdomen from surgery. Lately, it’s been itching and stinging incessantly, and frankly, it’s getting on my nerves. It’ll leave me alone for a while, then out of nowhere, the irritation returns without warning. I don't feel like calling my surgeon just to complain about this, so I’m curious: what are others' experiences with scarring roughly 9 or 10 months post-op? This vertical mark serves as a constant reminder of the procedure, and when the itching starts, the frustration is palpable.
I’ve been avoiding direct sun exposure since I prefer wearing bikini bottoms that sit right above the hips.
Also, if anyone knows, is it safe to try freediving down to about 15 or 20 feet after a procedure like this? I’m also considering diving in a wetsuit, though I have a feeling that might backfire on me.
I’ve been avoiding direct sun exposure since I prefer wearing bikini bottoms that sit right above the hips.
Also, if anyone knows, is it safe to try freediving down to about 15 or 20 feet after a procedure like this? I’m also considering diving in a wetsuit, though I have a feeling that might backfire on me.
Can night hallucinations be a symptom of cancer? Plus a few more questions about my symptoms
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A bit of advice for the opening post: rearrange your bedroom layout, then turn your headboard toward the north. Ditch that waterbed and just get the most basic model we provide to guests here in California.
Look, you have to accept that we are all complicated creatures. Conduct the kind of standard medical searches that are appropriate for your age group. Losing 20% of your blood volume can actually be caused by heavy ovulation on day 14 of your cycle when an egg ruptures. It happened to me a few times. Usually, things balance themselves out later.
Sometimes you need to prioritize your own satisfaction. If you don't smoke or drink heavily, eat everything except excessive sugar and highly processed junk, and spend more time outdoors.
Tanning beds aren't healthy—you should know that by now. Find a physical activity that actually suits you: swimming, cycling, some kind of hobby, etc. Just something to stop you from dwelling on nonsense.
Look, you have to accept that we are all complicated creatures. Conduct the kind of standard medical searches that are appropriate for your age group. Losing 20% of your blood volume can actually be caused by heavy ovulation on day 14 of your cycle when an egg ruptures. It happened to me a few times. Usually, things balance themselves out later.
Sometimes you need to prioritize your own satisfaction. If you don't smoke or drink heavily, eat everything except excessive sugar and highly processed junk, and spend more time outdoors.
Tanning beds aren't healthy—you should know that by now. Find a physical activity that actually suits you: swimming, cycling, some kind of hobby, etc. Just something to stop you from dwelling on nonsense.
silvereagle22 said:Of course psychological help and support isn't just "needed," it's essential!!!
I went through all those struggles right alongside my mother, so I know exactly what you mean... my advice is to go out and find it yourself. Get a referral from your primary care doctor and go see a psychologist—you can't do this alone, or maybe try looking into some support groups...
With diagnoses like this (cancer), your mental state is truly the most important thing... both for the treatment itself and for your quality of life.
Just keep pushing forward... stay in the fight. 👍
It wasn't cancer; it was a massive fibroid. It was pressing against everything nearby. It was a mess.
Something has been weighing on my mind: do doctors even realize that every woman needs psychological support after these types of surgeries?
I am simply not the same person anymore. Physically, I feel better, I look better, and everything from my libido to my relationships is fine.
But everything else? I am a completely different person. I loathe every single day of my life. Suddenly, nothing I once enjoyed brings me any satisfaction.
Psychological care is NOT INTEGRATED INTO THE AMERICAN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM.
This needs to CHANGE.
I have to wonder, does anyone actually know where these professionals—the psychologists and psychiatrists—are located, how many of them there are, or what they are actually doing regarding patients in other medical fields, or even those same patients once they are discharged?
I am simply not the same person anymore. Physically, I feel better, I look better, and everything from my libido to my relationships is fine.
But everything else? I am a completely different person. I loathe every single day of my life. Suddenly, nothing I once enjoyed brings me any satisfaction.
Psychological care is NOT INTEGRATED INTO THE AMERICAN HEALTHCARE SYSTEM.
This needs to CHANGE.
I have to wonder, does anyone actually know where these professionals—the psychologists and psychiatrists—are located, how many of them there are, or what they are actually doing regarding patients in other medical fields, or even those same patients once they are discharged?
silvereagle22 said:I’m with you on this. I fully support Minister Milinovic’s move.
1. Regarding those maternity wards—they aren't even real hospitals. Aside from a delivery chair and some midwives, what else is there? A woman could basically give birth at home. If something goes wrong, where is the anesthesiologist? How are they going to perform an emergency C-section? They can't. And just like that, two lives are lost... for what?
They were given a deadline to upgrade and equip those birthing centers, yet they haven't spent a dime or improved anything. Honestly, you have to wonder if that money just ended up in someone's pocket...
2. They really need to cut the supplemental benefits for people on unemployment.
With those benefits, they get everything handed to them on a silver platter, just like me—except I actually work and set aside my own money every month.$43 They get free checkups, braces... everything. Meanwhile, most of them are just sitting at home doing nothing.
I think it’s high time we made some smart cuts in healthcare to stop the bleeding of funds. This is a solid start.
For instance, instead of wasting money maintaining those "maternity centers" in Sinj and Supetar, they could open an oncology department or even just a few pediatric rooms for kids and their parents.
Exactly. In those tiny clinics, things were so "busy" that a normal outpatient couldn't expect decent service if a labor was underway. I remember my last routine exam with my gynecologist quite clearly. He had been "delivering a baby all night," so he performed my ultrasound in ten seconds flat, noting a fibroid about the size of a fig on a stem.
By the next checkup, it was a mass twenty centimeters in diameter. Apparently, he tracked the small thing, but ignored the massive growth behind the uterus "because he was tired."
And yet, the service was paid for$83 without even receiving a receipt. Now, I am left dealing with a twelve-centimeter scar on my abdomen following extensive, risky surgery. (As previously described).
In small towns and rural areas, getting access to anyone is nearly impossible.
That is why medical services must be performed where they belong and how they should be done. At least now my former doctor will have plenty of time for women who actually have a full set of gynecological organs.
Correction on the quote: it should read "handheld midwives."😉
I’m actually glad they’re closing the maternity ward in Makarska.
Now, gynecologists who used to squeeze in appointments between deliveries and juggle other patients will finally have enough time to perform a decent ultrasound. Maybe then women won't have to rush to the major hospitals in New York just to deal with benign issues that were missed.
Furthermore, the "midwife system" is standard practice all over the world; it’s an entirely different concept from a full-scale maternity ward.
For any mothers who aren't aware, you can always head in earlier to ensure you arrive on time. It is much safer to go to a proper hospital equipped with operating rooms where complications can actually be handled. In these makeshift clinics, anything could happen.
Milinovic: American healthcare = 1 : 1. 😍
Now, gynecologists who used to squeeze in appointments between deliveries and juggle other patients will finally have enough time to perform a decent ultrasound. Maybe then women won't have to rush to the major hospitals in New York just to deal with benign issues that were missed.
Furthermore, the "midwife system" is standard practice all over the world; it’s an entirely different concept from a full-scale maternity ward.
For any mothers who aren't aware, you can always head in earlier to ensure you arrive on time. It is much safer to go to a proper hospital equipped with operating rooms where complications can actually be handled. In these makeshift clinics, anything could happen.
Milinovic: American healthcare = 1 : 1. 😍
Side effects of detoxing?
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Donna Turner8 said:I don't know what you were looking at, but I definitely saw a difference.
My face cleared up completely; it’s smooth as a baby's bottom now.
The catch? My chest broke out in an allergic rash and a bunch of pimples.
So, there is clearly a difference. When I was eating sweets, pastries, and all that junk, my skin was a disaster. As for what those specific "supplements" were, I couldn't tell you, but I noticed the shift between then and now.
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I didn't say you overdosed on Vitamin C, and I don't think any of my posts gave anyone reason to suggest that.
Excess is always dangerous. Whether you're gorging on chocolate all day or swallowing spoonfuls of undiluted Vitamin C powder.
I never said you overdosed; I was just pointing out how people lecture us because they think Vitamin C isn't good due to some jittery side effect.😁 It's better to just eat high-quality fruit naturally. If you really need Vitamin C, take a standard 50 mg supplement a few times a day and leave it at that.
I used to go overboard with the chocolate, but that was mindless. I've stopped. Now summer is coming, so I'll probably overdo it with swimming instead. There is always something. We have to stay vigilant.
I hope you see results, just try to be more moderate.
In my house, we cook every single day using the most natural ingredients possible. I eat plenty of meat, vegetables, fruit, and grains. I eat a lot, but I stay active too.
To be honest, if it weren't for a tumor—which I suspect stems from the trauma of losing half my family during the war—I wouldn't even be able to tell you if someone is missing anything health-wise. We aren't the type to hang out in clinics. Aside from routine checkups, it can go fifteen years without us needing anything, and even then, it's usually just a common cold.😁
Side effects of detoxing?
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There was all that talk about women living to at least 88. My constitution isn't quite up to that standard.
Side effects of detoxing?
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placidjackal36 Asks:
The idea that you need to drink two liters of water every day is just another myth. Is there any actual science behind it? Not really.
Sure, the body needs about two liters on average. That’s just an estimate, though. The actual amount fluctuates depending on your metabolism, how quickly you process fluids, and all that other nonsense. But that doesn't mean you actually have to hit it. To drink? Two liters.
Those two liters are replenished by moisture from food, water produced through metabolic chemical reactions, and whatever else we drink. It’s a simple cycle. Is there really any mystery to it?
Overhydrating is a mistake. You end up forcing your kidneys into overdrive, and you flush out essential electrolytes in the process. Is it really worth the trade-off?
It’s decent advice to start eating normally again, I suppose. However, I have a few corrections to make. I simply cannot sit by and let these myths continue to spread.
Coca-Cola isn't dangerous. It's perfectly healthy. Within the daily recommended limits.Nothing about it is dangerous if you follow the instructions. That whole "Coca-Cola destroys your liver" nonsense is nothing more than old wives' tales from back when it first hit pharmacy shelves. People saw the fizzing and got spooked. They noticed the effervescence—a standard reaction caused by CO2—and I suppose they somehow associated it with acid eating through a concrete floor. The myth was born, and clearly, it refuses to die.
Restricting access to Coca-Cola isn't exactly a brilliant move, given the risk of hypervitaminosis. But let's be realistic. To actually reach those dangerous levels, one would have to go out of their way to consume it—I'm talking about eating the powder straight from the spoon, in massive quantities, on a regular basis. Is anyone actually doing that?
Women today have longer lifespans. In the past, they lived significantly shorter lives on average. Back then, reaching forty was a feat in itself. If some old woman managed to hit 100, it was nothing more than a statistical anomaly—just like it is today.
Preservatives, emulsifiers, and all that other stuff aren't just permitted here; they are permitted everywhere. They serve a vital purpose. Without them, food would be far more dangerous, much harder to source, and significantly more expensive. It might sound strange to some, but these additives actually play a role in extending human life expectancy. Why make things more complicated than they need to be?
Mindset isn't a cure-all for physical ailments. Most illnesses have a tangible, biological cause. You can maintain the most positive attitude in the world, but if you're exposed to tetanus, it’s over. Or an HIV virus. Biology doesn't care about your mood.
When I mentioned Coca-Cola, I wasn't referring to that buzzing sensation everyone seems to obsess over. I was talking about overdose. Is the concept of toxicity really that difficult to grasp? We all have our little theories and our own set of delusions. Personally, I believe overdosing on certain vitamins can cause quite a bit of trouble.
I am discussing the life expectancy in my small town. It is rare to find anyone here who didn't make it past their 80s.
I was reading up on certain substances that have been banned across the European Union, yet we still see them being used here in America. Take vanillin flavoring, for example. Most people assume it’s just pure vanilla. They couldn't be more wrong. Vanillin flavoring is often derived from plants heavy in coumarin. It is easily a hundred times more potent than actual vanilla, and it has serious negative effects on blood clotting. Why is this still allowed?
I have already stated that certain illnesses are triggered from within. We are talking about metabolic disorders and issues with endocrine glands. This isn't about external infections, physical injuries, accidents, or viral diseases. Why complicate the distinction?
When it comes to allergies, people go to extreme lengths to poison their own environment. They saturate our surroundings with vaccines and substandard medications, then act surprised when our bodies react. Why should we expect anything else? We are essentially triggering an immune response against a world we have made unrecognizable.
I agree. Doctors seem to believe they are divinely inspired and always correct. They aren't, and they never will be. Modern medicine has completely abandoned nature. Instead, it has merged with big pharma to create a single, corrupt bastion where the only thing that matters is how much profit can be squeezed out of a patient.
As long as profiting from cancer remains more lucrative than actually curing it, we won't see true breakthroughs. Why would they bother developing treatments that minimize damage to the body when the current model is so profitable? Until the incentive shifts, a real cure remains out of reach.
At this point, any debate regarding mainstream versus alternative medicine is moot. We have never been able to convince ourselves that medicine actually serves humanity. Instead, it serves interest groups and capital.
Side effects of detoxing?
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placidjackal36 said:Why don't you try eating normally? You know... real food, specifically the kind meant to actually build cells?
Detoxification is a myth, a very stupid myth that can end badly. What purpose do the liver and kidneys serve if not to metabolize and flush out toxins?
If your organs are healthy, just eat a varied diet and leave it at that. Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, fiber. Period.
A healthy body (though "healthy" is a flexible term here; you don't need to be 100% superhuman) is a self-regulating system. It will purge toxins on its own, faster or slower depending on what they are. The worst thing you can do is deny it the fuel and materials it needs to clean itself.
Your liver might want to flush out all that nonsense, but the poor thing can't because you've suddenly put your system on a restrictive crash diet. Now your systems are struggling to hold onto everything they can because they are evolutionarily programmed to fear starvation.
Forget these idiotic detox myths and start eating properly.
Exactly.
Eat normally, but watch your intake of processed foods.
Leave the Coca-Cola alone. It isn't exactly health food.
Get enough fluids, sleep well, move around, take a probiotic occasionally, and eat a balanced diet. For God's sake. Women have been giving birth, dealing with hormones, and managing all those shifts forever, yet they lived to be 90 or 95 without Coca-Cola or any of this stuff they sell us to "maintain health"—stuff that's actually destroyed by preservatives, dyes, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, and aromatics that aren't even allowed anywhere else.
But first, you need to clear your mind of all these various fears. The mind is the trigger for almost every illness. Believe me.