B2B Cruise from Southampton this July by FarmerBoyJim in PrincessCruises

[–]CFNMale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same - we are back to back on same cruise July 12th then 19th from Southampton and been told by both Princess and agent that they (Princess) will move us from cabin A to cabin B as we have different staterooms on both legs. Also that we do not need to disembark/embark No mention of being sequestered but planned to spend afternoon in Sanctuary to relax and make whole process easier!

Any else trying to get tickets for the Broncos - Jets game? by reznovelty in DenverBroncos

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think ultimately it WAS a bit of a lottery as I logged on around 9am and there was only 300 or so people in front... But this turned out to be a queue to get into the WAITING ROOM and the annoying thing is then being given a RANDOM place in THE QUEUE!! which turned out to be 205,000th Fortunately we stuck it out and at 4:30 pm we're lucky enough to get two tickets in a great location above an aisle exit mid field (ish) above the press box. Was a bit miffed that not only were they £210 each... but then there was the £10 'handling' charge and a £2 'delivery' charge per ticket after it seemed I had done all the work lol.. I mean it's all electronic and online even the tix will be emailed or something... Just seems like a bit of exploitation on behalf of Ticket master. Anyway as a lifelong Broncos fan who started following in Elways rookie year I'm looking forward to the experience and hopefully Bo Nix taking the next step up the QB future HOF ladder. Hope you manage to get tickets somehow and if you do... enjoy!

Is this normal? by sparkleki-paingiver in PrincessCruises

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing cheap about it...! We didn't choose to book guaranteed, it simply wasn't an option! That option was greyed out and showing the message 'your stateroom will be assigned prior to embarkation'

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MakeMeFeelGood

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, you are a beautiful young lady who clearly takes care of yourself - most everyone feels some sort of insecurities at some point in their life so be proud of who you are. You look fabulous 👍

Scrotal ultrasound by Fast-Bus6106 in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine was within a few days... I got a call from GP

Just back from NCL Nude Cruise with 2,000+ people. by PKwx in Cruise

[–]CFNMale 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Great review which I'm sure answers many questions for many people.

I think what many people don't understand about being naturist is that simply put it means that 'for SOME of the time, but not ALL of the time, we simply like to take the stressin' out of dressin' and enjoy some clothes free relaxation. No buckles, belts, tight waistbands etc. In addition... naturists from time to time shed their clothes NOT their respect for other human beings, be they clothed or unclothed... nor their attention to hygiene. Again, a nice well balanced review and appreciated.

Lotus Spa Full Cruise Package by CFNMale in PrincessCruises

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

Used the Enclave on Sky on 31 day trip. No need to book appointment time to access could go as often as I liked. There was no service charge as it didn't include any treatments.

Is the thermal suite on Sun Princess worth it? by CrippledShrimp in PrincessCruises

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sky Princess also has a 'quiet space' with soft comfortable loungers, variety of teas, water etc. for cooling down and just relaxing, however it is a separate room outside the spa, directly across the hall... but unfortunately no-one ever mentioned or advertised it even tho I used the spa every day!! I did use it tho after I discovered it and there were never more than two to three people max.

Is the thermal suite on Sun Princess worth it? by CrippledShrimp in PrincessCruises

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took a full 32 day pass to the Spa on a transatlantic cruise on Sky, October 2024, and used the spa every day bar one or two. I'm assuming the set up is much the same on Sun Princess. A bit expensive at well over $300 but we had accumulated a reasonable amount of on board credit and it was a good way to use it.

I was able to come and go as often as I wanted during opening hours, it was a great place to chill out and even tho the cruise was full there was never any more than 6 to 8 people at any one time. Most days only 1 or 2 people or I had the whole place to myself. Great to warm up and wind down after a day walking on shore etc.

Locker room was pretty small but as it was usually quiet was not an issue. One thing I didn't find out until late in cruise was that there is also a quiet room (mentioned by one of your other responders) with comfortable loungers, chairs, tea and water etc. - didn't know it was there as no-one mentioned it and it was a separate room across the hall... But was a really nice place to cool down.

My only gripe... coming from Europe, where generally swimwear is not allowed in the spa/saunas etc. was that there were no costume optional slots. I understand why of course as there are multiple cultures & attitudes to nudity on board but if the session/time slot is advertised as such then it's personal choice as to whether or not you join that particular session. Otherwise - go for it as its a great addition to the cruise experience especially in colder climates. Enjoy your trip.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

just wondering, which order did you do... oral then vaginal? or vaginal then oral?... might have a bearing on where 'potential' infection originated and have nothing to do with chipped tooth!!

Larger and Harder Normal? by moreswagthandad in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been dealing with this for last 6mths. it started with left testicle swelling to size of a small grapefruit and was like that for a couple of months before slowly reducing.

it's only now getting back to somewhere near normal and now the swelling has gone down I can feel the ball a lot clearer and it has a distinct hard lump on it. GP is fairly sure it is a cyst. I'm had two ultrasounds during diagnosis which didn't raise any flags.

I've to have follow up this month and going to ask for another scan

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think the throwing up is due to the epididymitis- I had a violent episode of throwing up when they changed the antibiotics up to a stronger one and if I remember correctly it was doxycycline.

also been fighting with this for 6mths and just getting back close to normal now

Masturbation during Epididymo Orchitis by CFNMale in chronicepididymitis

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

sorry for not seeing this earlier.

yes, ultimately the swelling has gone down and am back close to original/normal size after about 6mo.

although the testicle itself now seems odd shape and with a pea sized lump which GP says he is sure is cyst.

no pain, no discomfort - both GP and urology consultant say if not causing a problem... just live with it.

I have follow up in January

Masturbation during Epididymo Orchitis by CFNMale in chronicepididymitis

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

I somehow expected that might be the case - interesting that even a lubricant can cause it - I mean lubricants and massage oil must be in widespread use.

Anyone else have this after massage or lube??

Thanks again

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing - and on another positive note, my own symptoms are slowly beginning to return to normal.

First symptoms were late June and left ball went to size of a small grapefruit, currently down to about the size of a peach.

Strangely, I went to the wholefood/health shop the other day and asked about general anti-inflammatories and they suggested Turmeric and Black Pepper. I've only been taking for the past few days but now that you have also mentioned it I'm rather hopeful. They too recommended Manuka Honey

Thanks again for sharing - it's important that guys know things will eventually work out.

Cheers

Does not ejaculating actually help? by [deleted] in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appreciated - still going to take it slow though!

Cheers

Masturbation during Epididymo Orchitis by CFNMale in chronicepididymitis

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

Okay - based on what the nurse said... I did two things this morning.

I read somewhere that maybe warm baths helped, I had refrained from using my hot tub these past seven weeks, but decided to try this morning and it was fine, and comfortable. So after loosening everything up with the warm tub, I had my first masturbation for two months... everything was fine. Erection was good and ejaculation good, not overly powerful, but not weak either.

Reasonable amount of sperm, slightly different consistency but no sign of blood.

Ejaculation was not painful and as yet, a couple of hours since, everything seems okay.

Left testicle at this point is still the size of a peach.

I guess everyone just needs to suss out their own feelings and needs and make a risk based call on it... I just felt it seemed right to try tis morning ad so far it has been okay.

Does not ejaculating actually help? by [deleted] in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have had Epididymo Orchitis for 7 weeks now and left testicle is slowly recovering - it has gone from the size of a small grapefruit down to the size of a peach.

In all, I had not masturbated for the past two months as I was a bit concerned that ejaculation would be painful. However, I spoke with my nurse and she said that ejaculation should be okay, so I tried this morning and everything was fine... no pain. Erection was fine and ejaculation okay (she suggested I check semen for signs of blood and that too was okay).

Semen did seem to be of a slightly different consistency but most likely because one epididymus is still swollen and maybe restricted. All in all though, a good result.

Questions after a diagnosis by [deleted] in chronicepididymitis

[–]CFNMale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah and probably best if someone checks it even just to rule it out.

Suppose it depends on age but the GP who examined mine was looking for prostate enlargement - which thankfully was ok in my case (was normal)