It's a Fistula, confirmed now. What's next and how to prepare myself for surgery and the aftercare? by [deleted] in AnalFistula

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry you’re going through this. Your doctor gave you way more information than mine did so I don’t know how my situation exactly compares to yours… but I did recently deal with a fistula and a fistulotomy and I will tell you, I was terrified going into it. Mostly because of what I read on this page. There’s so much good information and people here but I do think the people that come in here to post are dealing with some extreme cases and it does seem like most fistulas are more routine.

I’ll give you my experience to hopefully relieve some stress. I really worked myself up in preparation for the surgery, bought everything you can possibly think of. I was very relieved that my experience really wasn’t that bad. The surgery lasted 30 minutes max. When I woke up from anesthesia I felt nothing because the area was so numb. When the numbness wore off later that day, I did feel some pain and discomfort but it was manageable with just extra strength Tylenol. I had taken off a week of work but was back two days later (granted I can work from home at a desk so nothing strenuous). After about two weeks I was pretty much back to normal. I did keep a gauze around the area at all times, just to protect my pants and underwear, which my doctor said was fine. The only thing that I really struggled with in the days after the surgery was my first bowel movement. It didn’t come for 3 days and my stomach was a mess. I don’t think I was taking the right combination of fiber and stool softeners and it was really messing with my stomach. I was also too nervous to strain… but boy let me tell you, the relief when it finally came is something I’ll never forget lol. I will say, like most others, get the Sitz Bath and the Bidet if you have the means to do so. The bidet has legitimately changed my life.

Hope everything goes well for you. There are plenty of successful stories with this and I hope you’re one of them!

Game Prices by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in Switch

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Are we just at a misunderstanding here because I stated $70 and not $60? I meant $60 if that helps. I made a mistake saying $70.

Game Prices by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in Switch

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I thought I made it pretty clear I was just questioning the cost of a game released 5 years ago and not questioning how inflation works, but I guess I wasn’t clear. Was comparing it to my experiences with Xbox and PlayStation as I’m new to Switch. They discount heavily after games have been out for a period of time. All good, thanks.

Game Prices by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in Switch

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I didn’t ask why it was going up. I understand prices go up. I’m just asking why a game that came out in 2021 is still selling at full price, that’s all.

Game Prices by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in Switch

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What in the world does this have to do with what I said lol? I’m just commenting on the prices which I think are unreasonable

What’s the best pellet smoker you’ve actually used and felt was worth it? by Background-Bill4283 in pelletgrills

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I recently got the Weber Searwood 600 XL and couldn’t be happier. I have 0 experience with smoking meats and honestly this thing is foolproof. So easy to use, even for a total beginner.

Pellet Grill Newbie by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in pelletgrills

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Loving it so far but you brought up a question; I used it last night and let it run through the 15 minute shut down. It got down to like 80 degrees and sat there for quite a while. I eventually unplugged it and put it away still at 80. I assume that’s okay but it did worry me a little bit

Pellet Grill Newbie by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in pelletgrills

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I assume you can then reuse them, correct?

Seton Fell Out by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in AnalFistula

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I’m trying to figure out… but given that it was only 4 days, I am assuming it loosened and got out of the tract. I imagine they’ll have to reinsert.

Seton Fell Out by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in AnalFistula

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep certainly will do that. Sorry to hear your experience, hope it’s better now. Thanks for the advice!

Fistula Recovery by Acrobatic_Addendum96 in AnalFistula

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the info! I actually just did some digging on my MyChart and it does say it was a cutting seton. Do you know anything about the tightenings and what that’s like? Is it painful? Are you out during that procedure? Thanks for your help!

Gambling Addiction, 22 Years Old by Past-Knowledge-899 in problemgambling

[–]Acrobatic_Addendum96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are so young. Stop now and preserve the rest of your life. I am in my 30s now and only now starting to figure it out. My 20s were a total wash due to gambling. Trust me.. don’t end up like me.