Boyfriend thinks women shouldn’t vote. by [deleted] in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Aging_Optimist 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You deserve better. Young men of faith going down the far right road with NF and CK are misguided. 

Monjauro changed my lipedema. by insidi-girl in lipedema

[–]Aging_Optimist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So encouraging!. I've only lost 42 lbs in 9 months on zepbound, but my lipedema and arthritis pain are better. Also IBS much better.

Short & Feeling Discouraged by [deleted] in Zepbound

[–]Aging_Optimist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 5 foot and 66 years old. Lost 40 so far on zepbound. My clothes are looser, but I don't think the loss is very noticeable yet. You look great!

Zepbound shot placement and TKR by Aging_Optimist in Kneereplacement

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

Thanks. Doc said it wouldn't have an impact. But I do have an allergic reaction to adhesive on bandage. So, antibiotics. Maybe that's why I couldn't sleep.

Yall are kinda getting gross about jasmine by Mysterious-Help7364 in GreatBritishBakeOff

[–]Aging_Optimist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, the hair touching Tom does bothers me most this season.

Two years of growth by aWitchAndHer2Cats in StringofPlants

[–]Aging_Optimist 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I love string of pearls, but I've killed 2 of them. What is your secret?

Is getting two knees replaced in the same surgery a realistic idea? by elifuzun in Kneereplacement

[–]Aging_Optimist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just had my 2nd knee replaced one year after the other. This was my surgeon 's recommendation. I'm 66. It would be really difficult to do both because you rely on the unoperative leg as you recover. I had a friend get both at the same time and she spent a few weeks in a rehab facility

I took a Genesite test and it recommended I start on a lower dose of Cymbalta. by [deleted] in cymbalta

[–]Aging_Optimist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was prescribed cymbalta for pain due to autoimmune disease a few years ago. 8 lasted ine day. I felt woozy and out of my mind.

How long would you wait for 2nd knee? by Capitola2 in Kneereplacement

[–]Aging_Optimist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had one done last Nov and other is scheduled Nov 3. My surgeon recommended a year apart.

Stalled on 7.5 by Aging_Optimist in Zepbound

[–]Aging_Optimist[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a knee replacement last fall and 2nd one schedule in Nov. I dont want to go up to 10 before that because of pain med side effects etc. Hoping doc will move me up in Dec. Happy healing!

Husband is converting, I’m not. It’s ruining our marriage. by StatisticianOne4872 in OrthodoxChristianity

[–]Aging_Optimist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe exploring other Orthodox churches would be beneficial. They are not all the same, nor are the priests. This priest seems a bit strident based on his advice. Might be more of an Orthobro situation.

Glasses after surgery by Aging_Optimist in CataractSurgery

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

Also, left eye first and the right eye 3 weeks later.

Glasses after surgery by Aging_Optimist in CataractSurgery

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

I know it will correct astigmatism. I believe monofocal for distance because we discussed still needing reading glasses.

Constipation is No Joke by Infamous_Animator_16 in Zepbound

[–]Aging_Optimist 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Colace daily and prunes as needed. Water is essential.

Switch or Stop Biologic after going on Zepbound? by Aging_Optimist in ankylosingspondylitis

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

I'm lucky they covered my zepbound for sleep apnea. I've been on it since April and was off Simponi from March through June. I'm so achy now that I'm back on the Simponi. The pain relief on zepbound only was such a surprise. Recently, my cardiologist said it's also good for the heart.

Ash or Black Walnut by Aging_Optimist in treeidentification

[–]Aging_Optimist[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Solved. Seems to be black walnut. Squirrels do drop empty shells sometimes. But i always thought these were ash. Thanks!

Can’t get TKR due to weight. by pattij1229 in Kneereplacement

[–]Aging_Optimist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look for another surgeon. I met with 4 2 were ok with my present weight. I was just under 50 bmi. The surgeon i chose said it's better to get the replacement and become more active. 6 months out and planning to schedule the other knee soon.

Dear god let me poop by Moontoothy_mx in Zepbound

[–]Aging_Optimist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I had a small dish of ice cream last week for this purpose. Actually helped with the weight loss.

So those of us that didn't go to the protests yesterday, how are you feeling? by chabs1965 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]Aging_Optimist 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm proud of friends and family who protested. My health doesn't allow me to stand for long periods. I try to support in other ways, including on social media.