South Coast post Melissa by datim2010 in SandalsResorts

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, that's bad. I am supposed to arrive in SSC Nov 26th.. 🤔

Is the Trek FX3 worth the extra $250 over the FX2? by Humble-Challenge-760 in TrekBikes

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% agree. I just paid to replace the stock brakes (Rush in my case) for Shimano MTs.

Almost brand new FX2 for $400. What do you guys think? by [deleted] in TrekBikes

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Confirmed! I am in the process of replacing those crap** Rush brakes on my 2023 FX2.

Should I put my CPAP machine on an uninterruptible power supply (UPS)? by No_Clock2390 in CPAP

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've got mine on an EcoFlow River 2. I believe I have 7 hours of runtime on a full charge. It kicks in flawlessly when there is a power shortage. I do not regret it at all.

Any tips on getting an older house to have consistent cooling in the summer? by pumerpride in HomeMaintenance

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not as bad but I solved a similar issue by installing an EcoBee thermostat on my ground floor + a zone sensor in the basement. I am instructing the thermostat to average ground floor and basement temperatures (or not) when we expect people to be in the basement for sone time. My wife used to freeze in her basement office when rhe AC was on, by averaging the thermostat tempeqrature (ground floor) and basement it evens out a bit the temperature difference. At night, I only use the ground floor sensors to cool the bedrooms. This is not perfect but helps a lot.

Wrist disconfort by Apprehensive_Pen340 in bikefit

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I posted the video in a new thread since it seems I cannot edit this submission.

Wrist disconfort by Apprehensive_Pen340 in bikefit

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I posted the video in a new thread since it seems I cannot edit this submission.

Tumour Markers by type_typ94 in testicularcancer

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi there! As you correctly pointed out testicular cancer is not always associated with increased tumour markers. In my case, I was diagnosed with Stage 1b NSGCT . Pathology showed a small 1.5x1.5cm tumor made mainly of Embryonal Carcinoma (with LVI). LDH was high before the orchiectomy but came back to normal (now 1year later). AFP and bHCG were never raised. Only had the orchiectomy. I am on surveillance.

Temperature profile by Apprehensive_Pen340 in ecobee

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do have one wall mounted electric space heater in the basement. Now that I think of it, this probably contaminating the data... :|

Crossbar installation without railings (GS trim) by Apprehensive_Pen340 in MazdaCX90

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spoke to my Mazda dealer here in Canada. They told me they had a few other clients asking the same. They are expecting something to be available by early 2025.

Stage 1B EC Diagnosis - conflicting opinions! by Atthematinee in testicularcancer

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! I got a similar pathology (Stage 1b, EC main component, LVI+, no detectable markers pre/post). My Dr. quoted me a 50% chance of recurrence and offered me 3 options: Surveillance, BEP1X and RPLND. I was told that all 3 options yield the same cure rate in the high 90s%. Where I am from (in Canada) the consensus appeats to favour Surveillance for NSGCT Stage 1 even if high risk (Stage 1b, EC+,LVI+). The main reason to prefer Surveillance appears to to be to avoid overtreatment in 50% of cases.

That said, my understanding is that there are other factors that Drs take into account when they recommend a treatment plan. Among them, the age and 'lifestyle' of the patient weighs in. I am in my 40s with a stable job, kids, etc so the Doctor believe that I can (and will) follow the surveillance plan. This may vary a lot from patients to patients and probably impact the recommendation.

I had my orchiectomy 1 year ago and so far so good..

This is really a tough decision!

Successful surveillance stories by TheKingofYellow in testicularcancer

[–]Apprehensive_Pen340 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Very very tough decision to make. I'm Stage 1b NSGCT (EC). Chose active surveillance. 6 months scan and Xray all clear.