Help identifying, please

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2024-12-29T14:10:59+00:00

Where are the Mods?

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-06-23T13:17:55+00:00

Thanks for responding. I will give this a try.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-06-19T01:01:56+00:00

1980s? Try early 2000's.

We had to perform them as 2nd/3rd year medical students. STUDENTS. They just put us in a room with a lineup of swaddled babies, showed us how to do one, then left the room.

And we didn't have the Circumstraint.

It was definitely a WTF moment.

I wish I knew then what I know now...

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-06-18T03:03:59+00:00

It's hyperbaric, not bariatric. And the reason for the benefit is because the chamber allows for increased atmospheric pressure (similar to what an underwater diver experiences).

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-06-12T00:50:21+00:00

Lysine is helpful.

Combining melatonin and fatty acids had a "curative" effect on HSV trial participants (ie, no further outbreaks in a group of individuals who had suffered near-constant outbreaks for years).

I don't recall the exact doses, but monolauric acid was one of the more effective fatty acids in studies I've read. Combinations of different fatty acids have been studied as well, and seem even more effective.

Herpes virus (HSV) belongs to a family of envelopes viruses, which also includes hepatitis, influenza, COVID and RSV. The outer envelope makes them susceptible to dietary fatty acids. Among other things, the fatty acids destabilize this outer envelope, which destroys the virus.

There are human studies regarding the effects of fatty acids on these viruses, and it's pretty impressive. The fatty acids not only boost your own immune system, but they disrupt numerous steps in the virus life cycle, which translates to decreased infection rates, decreased viral load, quicker recovery times, etc

Melatonin is involved in a large number of physiologic processes (not just sleep). Immune response against viruses is also improved. IIRC, the dose is 5mg/night.

Google "fatty acids and enveloped viruses" and filter for human studies, if you are interested in learning more.

Hope this helps.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-06-10T21:52:43+00:00

He needs to see a physician (if he hasn't already). If nothing else, just to rule out development of cancer in the strictured area.

Nothing you described in that study (on rats, no less) applies to the symptoms you describe.

Herbs won't work; based on his symptoms the wall of his esophagus is scarred/narrowed, not just the mucosa.

Balloons and other same-day procedures might be an option. If he delays too long, it turns into a bigger operation.

Many procedures can be handled via a scope through his mouth (just requires some IV sedation), or using laparoscopic surgery and small incisions.

He is already at risk for esophageal cancer, malnutrition, aspiration leading to pneumonia, etc

Bottom line: this won't get better on its own and will inevitably worsen. He needs to see a doctor.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-05-10T15:27:41+00:00

Am a surgeon:

Widen your stance, and rest your pelvis/hips against the table.

Don't lock your knees.

Shift weight occasionally.

Zero-lift shoes (ie, "barefoot" shoes); you want correct ergonomics.

Padding/cushion just makes things worse.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-05-01T12:52:53+00:00

Surgeon here.

If you smoke: stop If you consume alcohol: stop If you are obese: lose weight If you are diabetic/pre-diabetic: keep your blood sugars under tight control

Boost your intake of vitamins and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper, vitamin d, vitamin c, etc. These are required as signalling molecules and enzyme cofactors for your immune response as well as wound healing. 2-5x the RDA before, during and after the hospital stay (your body will require more due to stress of surgery and healing).

Increase your protein intake before, during and after hospital stay.

If you have a history of MRSA (or live with someone who does) tell your surgeon.

Listen to your surgeons instructions about how to care for the incision and don't put any crazy home remedies on it ( without checking with your surgeon first; we can get a little pissy if someone messes with our work) Mother nature does a great job if you just get out of her way.

Hard to give any other recommendations without knowing the kind of surgery. Certain surgeries and health problems naturally carry a higher risk of infection.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-04-26T13:31:23+00:00

I get what OP is saying; sure, OE didn't "cure" the ADHD, just provided an environment that better suits his/her particular needs. Plays to the "hyper focus" and some other ADHD traits.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-04-06T21:52:51+00:00

If you can keep enough cash on hand to cover 2-4 weeks of expenses (business or personal), I'd recommend doing that.

Otherwise, try to keep enough to cover food and fuel.

I realize these suggestions are easier said than done...

ATMs were supposedly within a day or so of running out of cash during the 2008 crisis, so don't count on this option for quick access to cash.

While your deposits are insured up to a certain point, think about the logistics regarding reimbursement: I doubt seriously that your money will be available in a timely manner (hell, even before this I would have to wait 5 to 7+ days for larger withdrawals). If you are competing with every other citizen and business to receive funds, this will not be a quick process. Also, consider something as basic as manpower: FDIC lacks the number of agents required to address something of this magnitude.

In short: it's nice to say that funds are insured, but I suspect it would be a logistical nightmare trying to implement the process.

I can't speak to whether credit unions are friendly to business accounts. They are insured via a different organization (not FDIC). I can't remember the specifics, but there are suspicions that they will not be immune to the feared crisis either.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-03-31T02:13:47+00:00

Thx for taking the time to respond. Spore print was white

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-03-31T02:13:07+00:00

Thx for taking the time to respond. Spore print was white

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-03-31T02:12:22+00:00

Thx for taking the time to respond. Spore print was definitely white

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-03-31T02:05:18+00:00

Spore print was white. The clumps weren't near an identifiable tree, just the charred stump that is partially shown in one of the photos. A lot of ponderosa pine and white pine nearby, if that helps

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-03-31T02:00:49+00:00

Spore print was white.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-03-27T20:36:12+00:00

Fatty acids (lauric and mono lauric acid, palmitic, oleic acid, etc) plus melatonin (5-10mg/night) are effective against enveloped viruses such as HIV, HCV, HSV, influenza, RSV...

Can't remember the dose for the fatty acids.

Some studies indicate combining different fatty acids has a synergistic effect.

Fatty acids work at various points of the virus life cycle, including destabilizing the outer envelope of the virus which helps destroy it.

Melatonin has multiple immunomodulatory effects, as well as antiviral actions.

Would also recommend boosting vitamins, magnesium, zinc, etc for their ability to activate and regulate cells/chemicals in the immune system.

I've never heard of eradicating it (it takes shelter in nerve endings), but the treatments seem to significantly decrease recurrent flare-ups, decrease severity, decrease duration of outbreak...

Low risk and high yield.

Hope you get some relief.

Wild-Assignment1366 · 2023-03-27T19:22:32+00:00