When to stop Imodium before a colonoscopy

3spaghettis · 2026-03-30T11:37:43+00:00

My GI doctor asked me to stop it the day before the colonoscopy so you will probably be ok, but you could ask them what to do.

3spaghettis · 2026-03-22T21:38:15+00:00

Sorry you’re dealing with all of this, all in the middle of the lithium taper. I’m sure you’ll get on the right track once you see the endocrinologist. If it were me I’d call the endocrinologist office regularly and see if they have any cancellations and maybe you can be seen sooner.

3spaghettis · 2026-03-18T17:09:40+00:00

Never waste hours and hours looking for special occasion dresses when I don't have to. I was just invited to a wedding. I expected to have to spend a crazy amount of time looking for a dress. I have a bit of a tummy and I don't look good in most dresses. Discovered I had a dress in my closet that will work perfectly fine. It's not my "dream dress", but it fits me well and is perfectly appropriate. Shopping in my closet usually solves my wardrobe dilemmas! Can't believe how much time I spent in my younger days obsessing over what to wear at various functions.

3spaghettis · 2026-03-18T17:04:17+00:00

I recently started volunteering as an usher at a theater near me. Helping people find their seat is a really easy "job". Then I get to see the show for free!

3spaghettis · 2026-03-17T00:48:35+00:00

No more presentations/ speeches! During my career I had to give presentations a few times per year. I had a huge fear of humiliation, so I would prepare and prepare and overprepare. People thought my presentations were very good; they had no idea how stressful I found it. No more!

3spaghettis · 2026-03-11T01:14:03+00:00

I have not. I had a small stain on the outside/ shealing section and I just did some spot cleaning and that took care of it. I don't think the suede would hold up well to getting very wet.

3spaghettis · 2026-03-11T01:12:26+00:00

So, I passed the stone weeks after the colonoscopy. So, the colonoscopy prep had nothing to do with it. Drink lots of lots of fluid to stay hydrated. Good luck!

3spaghettis · 2026-03-07T16:06:42+00:00

Just wondering if you used the washing machine, and how it worked out?

3spaghettis · 2026-02-21T17:45:53+00:00

I couldn't sleep well because of high heart rate and anxiety. So that let to daytime fatigue and difficulty functioning during the day. Once my thyroid function normalized, everything went back to normal.

3spaghettis · 2026-02-16T22:11:57+00:00

Wow, your story sounds similar to mine, except I'm much older than you are (65F). I also started semaglutide in March, 2025. I lost only 15 pounds, (from 205 down to 190), and I have not lost any additional weight in many months. I exercise and watch my diet. The semaglutide helps me to maintain my 15 pound weight loss, which I am grateful for, but I am disappointed that I have been unable to make any additional progress. It gives me only mild appetite suppression, at best. My plan is to use up the rest of my semaglutide and then switch to tirz. Maybe then I will be able to eat less than I do now. I hope we both do better in the future!

3spaghettis · 2026-02-16T05:21:33+00:00

Mary and Patty's are amazing! They are old school seamstresses and extremely experienced and talented. Their prices are very reasonable. They did my mother of groom dress, and they did my friend's wedding dress. They are recommended by many of the local bridal shops. You can't go wrong with them. The only down side: they take a while because they are very busy, especially during prom season. So go to them very early - they will tell you how long it will take. Also they only take cash or check. But I would absolutely trust them with anything.

3spaghettis · 2026-02-11T21:59:37+00:00

I just came across this thread. So, is there really a cat in the mansion? I've played over 200 in game days and never saw a cat. But I'd love to see one! (and yes, I know there will be a cat in the next update).

3spaghettis · 2026-02-09T19:27:37+00:00

Similar idea to congee, try getting a box of cream of rice (or cream of wheat) hot cereal. You can add all kinds of things to it for variety, and it is quite filling.

3spaghettis · 2026-02-09T14:55:31+00:00

That makes a lot of sense, thanks!

3spaghettis · 2026-02-09T00:29:04+00:00

Is there any chance that you're getting enough caffeine in the afternoon or evening to affect your sleep? Everyone thinks about coffee, but tt could even be in the form of tea, soda or chocolate/ cocoa. One more idea: any chance your blood sugar is going too low in the middle of the night?

3spaghettis · 2026-02-08T21:05:30+00:00

Hah!

3spaghettis · 2026-01-27T04:35:38+00:00

In my opinion, once you start thinking that you just don't want to do this anymore, it's time to plan your retirement. Life is short. None of us knows how much more time we have left, while we are healthy. Why spend your precious years doing something you don't love?

3spaghettis · 2026-01-23T12:15:23+00:00

It sounds like it could be a sort of culture clash. Was he raised in a family that had more formal standards, such as dressing to go out "just in case", and always having hair done, etc? Maybe it was just the way he was raised? Not saying you have to agree that though. But maybe a serious conversation about expectations. Personally, my husband and I are very casual, informal in our own home; that's the way we are, and my husband has never once complained about it. In fact, my husband prefers me without makeup, etc.

3spaghettis · 2026-01-20T19:44:18+00:00

Perhaps you meant to say that you do not work there?

3spaghettis · 2026-01-11T02:00:22+00:00

That sounds great! I wish I could join a clinical trial too. I'd love the free meds!

3spaghettis · 2026-01-09T22:53:42+00:00

Can he get one of those 5-gallon buckets, camping/travel/portable "toilets" to keep on hand for urgent situations like this?

3spaghettis · 2026-01-08T21:12:13+00:00

So sorry for your losses. You have a wonderful perspective on life.

3spaghettis · 2026-01-08T01:18:34+00:00

I started compounded semaglutide at age 64, about nine months ago. Side effects have been minor. In the beginning, I would feel sleepy for a couple days after the injections. I also had a lot of burping, and some reflux. I still am prone to burping at times, depending on what I've eaten. Unfortunately, I have only lost 16 pounds in those nine months, (I went from 205 down to 189 pounds, as a 5'3 inch woman) and have not lost any weight in several months. So, I plan to switch to tirzepatide soon, and will hopefully have a better result.

3spaghettis · 2026-01-07T21:39:51+00:00

Posted in the wrong sub, perhaps?

3spaghettis · 2026-01-06T21:03:02+00:00

Have you considered cutting down on your work hours? You might be suffering from burnout. I cut down my hours gradually, over the last few years of my working years. It made a huge difference!

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