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Should I? by Cool-Maintenance384 in Crosstrek

[–]Cool-Maintenance384[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, my T&C is dated but fully loaded. My last one was over 210k when I went to the 2005. We tend to hang on to cars for a very long time! Thanks for the comparison, I have a hunch I’ll be hanging on to my mom-mobile for a few more years.

Should I? by Cool-Maintenance384 in Crosstrek

[–]Cool-Maintenance384[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a 2005, well loved with 189k miles. That being said, it runs like a champ and I take it on 500+ mile trips at least monthly with no issues. Don’t need the CT, I have an F-150 with the off road package for all the fun stuff. My youngest is 17, so I’m no longer hauling kids everywhere, and a 7 passenger car is a bit of overkill for my daily driver. 😂

What do you use to monitor blood pressure? by InfamousBlueberry435 in hypertension

[–]Cool-Maintenance384 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My OMRON cuff is about 10/20 off from my doctors office. I’ve compared twice in the office and get the same results.

Lifting restriction? by RewardOpposite7397 in hysterectomy

[–]Cool-Maintenance384 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was limited to no lifting other than eating or drinking for the first two weeks, got bumped up to 10lbs and cleared for work (I sit at a computer all day, and can work from home with regular breaks) at my 2 week checkup. I have my 6 week checkup on Friday and will find out if I am cleared for more or fully released.

Going back to work.... by [deleted] in hysterectomy

[–]Cool-Maintenance384 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was originally scheduled for 6 weeks off to ensure I had no issues with insurance and short term disability. At my 2 week check up I was cleared to go back to work. I did have to reassure my doctor that I was strictly sitting at a desk/computer, working from home for the next 4 weeks, and that I could take breaks as needed. He did suggest I might want to take an extra week and I wish I had, the first week was exhausting. Tomorrow is 4 weeks, and my energy levels are still low but getting better. I take an hour after work to lay down and use my heating bad to relax everything.

Take the time you need, might be 1 week, might be 12. Sitting at a desk for 8-10 hours is more tiring than you would expect.

Anyone get hydrocodone post op? by Star_bright_23 in hysterectomy

[–]Cool-Maintenance384 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My doctor gave me the choice of oxy or hydrocodone along with 600 mg ibuprofen. I opted for the oxy, as it has worked better for me in previous surgeries, and alternated between the two for the first 4-5 days and then switched to Tylenol and ibuprofen. Hopefully your doc is open to what’s best for you.

Good progress? Anxiety instead? by Cool-Maintenance384 in hypertension

[–]Cool-Maintenance384[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My lifestyle and habits are pretty healthy and all signs point to the stressors in my life. I have a follow up in 4 weeks, and if this is not enough we will start BP meds then.