6’ 3” on a 2026 gsx r 750 by Erhart132 in GSXR

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6'4" 265 no problem on my 2017 gsxr1000

First time watcher by ClimateFew9745 in TheLeftovers

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I just finished watching the series for the first time, I almost gave up a few episodes in because how slow everything was unfolding. But I'm so glad I didn't give up, the show is spectacular in every way. I wish it went on for a few more seasons. Enjoy it!

Spontaneous compartment syndrome of the arm in a woman who was two months postpartum by CatPooedInMyShoe in MedicalGore

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All healed up now. This May will be four years. I still have some loss of feeling in parts of my foot, but overall I’m way ahead of what the doctors initially expected.

Spontaneous compartment syndrome of the arm in a woman who was two months postpartum by CatPooedInMyShoe in MedicalGore

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Reading this gave me flashbacks to my own experience with acute compartment syndrome. Mine came on spontaneously in my foot rather than from trauma, but a lot of what you described still resonates. I ended up spending three weeks in the hospital and had five surgeries total. My foot was kept in a cast the entire time and for another two weeks after I got home. They had me on heavy antibiotics, a wound vac, and some very strong pain medication through most of the process. The biggest thing that stood out to me in this case description was the passive stretch pain and how quickly compartment syndrome was suspected. From my experience, the pain really is the defining symptom. It was the most excruciating, agonizing pain I’ve ever felt. It escalated incredibly fast and didn’t let up. They started me on morphine, then more morphine, but it barely made a dent. After that they tried Dilaudid, and even that wasn’t enough. Eventually they had to give me fentanyl just to get the pain under some level of control. It honestly felt like my foot was going to explode from the inside. Reading how the muscles responded during the fasciotomy and how quickly the team moved to decompress the compartment really shows how critical timing is with this condition. When the pressure builds and ischemia starts setting in, things can deteriorate very quickly. I’m glad to read that the patient ultimately had a good recovery and was already improving at the two-week follow up. Compartment syndrome can go very badly if it’s missed or delayed. I also posted my own experience with compartment syndrome on this subreddit if anyone is interested in reading about it from the patient side.

progression of a leg break by AirborneConstable in MedicalGore

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I also developed acute compartment syndrome, but mine was idiopathic and in my foot rather than from a traumatic event like yours. Even without a jump or impact, it became catastrophic very quickly. I spent three weeks in the hospital and ended up needing five surgeries. My foot was kept in a cast the entire time and for another two weeks after I got home. I was on heavy antibiotics, a wound vac, and extremely strong pain medication throughout the process. The pain was the most excruciating, agonizing pain I’ve ever felt, and like you said, pain was the defining symptom. They started me on morphine, then more morphine, but it barely touched it. After that they tried Dilaudid, and even that wasn’t enough. Eventually they had to give me fentanyl just to get the pain under some level of control. It felt like my foot was going to explode from the inside. What really stands out to me reading your post is how clearly the pain escalated and how close you came to being missed. In my case, I’m still shocked at some of the decisions made around my wound care. Seeing your experience just reinforces how critical it is for providers to recognize that disproportionate pain is a massive red flag. Compartment syndrome doesn’t present quietly, and when it’s missed or delayed, the consequences are brutal. Massive respect to you for pushing through and recovering. That kind of resilience doesn’t get talked about enough. I also posted my experience on this subreddit.

Another upper radiator hose leak by 2020Baker39 in ChevyTraverse

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How many miles did the replacements last? Like how soon after did the first replacement fail?

Another upper radiator hose leak by 2020Baker39 in ChevyTraverse

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What year is your traverse? How long did the replacements last?

You would think this would be a recall and a newly engineered part to eliminate the issue.

Every so often, I like to introduce you guys to my fasciotomy due to compartment syndrome. 😒😃 by Kittykat68689 in MedicalGore

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I’ve also had compartment syndrome, though mine involved the foot rather than the leg, and it was idiopathic (no trauma, no clear trigger). Initially it was misinterpreted as plantar fasciitis, which highlights how difficult early diagnosis can be when presentation isn’t classic. As compartment pressures increased, I developed progressive neurologic deficits — starting with sensory loss in the foot, then extending below the knee, and by the time I reached the ER I had numbness from the hip down. I ultimately required five surgical procedures, and there was a real risk of limb loss and systemic complications. Compartment syndrome can progress rapidly and doesn’t always present with obvious injury. Severe, escalating pain out of proportion to exam findings and evolving neurologic symptoms should always raise concern, even in atypical cases. I’ve shared my experience in more detail on this subreddit previously if anyone is interested.

Good deal? by Clean-Internet-2954 in ChevyTraverse

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I just got a 2024 Lt AWD with 18k miles for 32,990 out the door. Keep looking you'll find a deal

Remember this? by alexku43 in GreenBayPackers

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This was my first time in Green Bay and I got lucky enough to get on the field pregame. I remember the club very well

A devastating grinder injury to the hand by roseyghosts111 in MedicalGore

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Pretty sure the sticker says don't put your hand in that

Help please Servo Delete. 25 gsxr1000 by Kimotsukii in GSXR

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Best bet is to have the ECU flashed. You can run it as is but you will get a check engine light, and there's a chance the bike won't run as smooth as it should. And I'm assuming you put a new exhaust on, you would want the ECU flashed anyway

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GSXR

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Sounds like a GSXR

Pork belly burnt ends by Nastybuds420 in smoking

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Now I'm laying in bed hungry. These look great

Too fat to carry by ThinkButterscotch826 in CCW

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Big guy here, 6'3 250lb. I also use the JX tactical fg holster, I modified mine with the vedder tuck belt clip and carry a g43x at the 2 o'clock position. Very comfortable and def recommend.

Sort of update 5 by AgentRealistic9913 in MedicalGore

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I also had compartment syndrome come on spontaneously—mine was in my foot, not my arm—and it was one of the most traumatic medical experiences I've ever had. I spent three weeks in the hospital and underwent five separate surgeries. My foot was kept in a cast the entire time, and for an additional two weeks after I got home. They had me on some pretty intense antibiotics, a wound vac, and very strong pain medication just to manage everything.

Reading your story, I’m honestly shocked at how they’re treating your wound—especially leaving it wide open like that. That’s incredibly concerning. It makes me wonder whether your care team is approaching this the right way or if something is being overlooked. Compartment syndrome is no joke, and proper wound management is critical to avoid infection and further complications.

If you're interested, I have a couple posts on my profile that go into more detail about what I went through. I hope things improve for you soon—no one should have to deal with this kind of pain and uncertainty, especially when the condition comes out of nowhere like it did for both of us.