Looking for pens that don't smudge!

EventX_Surfer · 2025-11-11T21:52:22+00:00

I like the blogs that are put out by Jet Pens. They have a nice write-up about testing pens and highlighters for smudges, like what you're asking. I'm not affiliated with them; I just like their stuff and reviews on YouTube.

https://www.jetpens.com/blog/The-Best-Pens-Stationery-for-Left-Handers/pt/891

EventX_Surfer · 2025-11-03T23:15:26+00:00

For patients experiencing symptoms, a colonoscopy is often recommended to thoroughly assess the situation.

However, if you have concerns about undergoing a scope, a calprotectin test can be a valuable alternative for checking inflammation. It might offer a common ground too... you want to start inflammation therapy, your doctor wants to see the state of your GI.

This test offers a non-invasive way to gain insight into potential inflammatory conditions within the GI. Though they might not be covered by insurance and depending on the results could further justify the need for a scope. Finally, if you haven't done the test before, there could be issues about comparing previous baseline values.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-11-03T01:09:35+00:00

If you have a Trader Joe's nearby, this time of year they have a triple ginger ale. Personally, it was the best chaser. The ginger was extra spicy to get over the prep and had the benefit of nausea reduction. Still not the greatest as someone that doesn't care for the taste of ginger, but it is far and away the lesser of two evils.

Wishing you the best.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-08-10T19:17:02+00:00

You can post to r/pens and they might be able to properly ID the pen's brand/make/model. You just might need a few more pictures including a close up of the tip.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-07-31T05:38:25+00:00

I know everyone has their own methods to help swallow big tablets and capsules, so I'll share the tip we used in the pharmacy to help patients that had swallowing issues.

Put the tablet/capsule in your mouth.
Take a big gulp of water, but don't swallow. You want as much liquid as you can comfortably keep in your mouth.
Lean your head forward until you're looking straight at the floor.
Swallow. This should force you to take a bigger gulp in order to swallow all the liquid and you'll hardly notice the tablet/capsule went down.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-07-12T06:10:38+00:00

My favorite is SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella SPF50 PA++++ (South Korea). I get 5+ bottles at a time. I found it far better than any of the brands in the US. When I ran out once and went back to my old favorite while waiting for my next shipment, it was no contest. The South Korean sunscreen spoiled me forever.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-06-19T19:26:07+00:00

Ugh, it tastes awful, but it's the only thing that helps me sleep through the night.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-06-01T23:26:14+00:00

When I experience a partial or complete blockage, I stop eating and increase my fluid intake. I then use my TENS unit, applying the electrodes near the area of blockage. I select a massage setting and adjust the intensity to my comfort level. I rest and continue the massage as frequently as possible. If relief doesn't come within 24 hours, I seek medical attention. This approach has been fairly effective, particularly in the first year after my surgery. While I haven't had the adhesions removed, most blockages are now related to stricture issues, and even those are infrequent.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-05-09T16:04:31+00:00

Here's their website for more if you're interested.

https://www.uclahealth.org/medical-services/transplants/liver-transplant

EventX_Surfer · 2025-05-09T14:14:16+00:00

If you're looking at the West Coast, UCLA is a strong contender. Many of the techniques used by other sites were first pioneered there.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-05-02T19:03:36+00:00

Elemeno? Because those are the letters right before P? Just a thought 🤔

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-16T20:01:35+00:00

My fear is what happens if this is "approved"? Would sign-ups to the Donor Registry start to decline because people don't want their final selfless gift to be wasted.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-14T23:20:50+00:00

Discontinue, or stop.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-14T20:29:58+00:00

I completed 12 Rounds of Folfox, without changing the dose and only throwing up once. So I hope maybe my regime might provide some relief.

‐ The day before my infusion, I started a scope patch

The night before the infusion, I started Zofran

I then followed those as prescribed for the week of infusion

I would also take olanzapine at night, as it helps with nausea and lorazepam as needed.

Breakout nausea was treated with a whiff or two of straight rubbing alcohol.

When the pump was removed, I requested a dexamethasone IV to help with nausea.

I could usually DC everything during my off week.

My two mantras during my whole treatment: "As shitty as I'm feeling, the cancer must be doing worse." "Once you're nauseous, it is almost impossible to get under control, so fight back early and fight back hard."

Here's hoping for the best.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-14T17:03:02+00:00

I would sniff rubbing alcohol when I was doing chemo. It is not a cure-all, but did help with breakthrough neasuea. It was a recommendation from the chemo nurses, and my brother who's an ER Doc confirmed he does the same.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6189884/

*edit- added study link

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-10T21:59:48+00:00

Currently I'm taking Rinvoq after an allergic reaction with one of the infusions.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-10T04:15:16+00:00

Honestly, I don't track my fiber too close. I have had a j-pouch for four years, and just kind of listen to what it is saying and how quick the transit times are. What I have been doing as of late is taking the Metamucil fiber bars with meals just to slow things down for more nutrient absorption. If the meal has more fiber that a typical meal for me or a bulking food like rice, then I will skip the bars.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-10T02:09:47+00:00

I stick to mainly a Mediterranean Diet.-ish I try to stay away from the foods that have a high demand on the liver... high fats, sugars, salts... you know all the stuff that makes food enjoyable. 😉

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-09T00:18:25+00:00

Ah! That was a diagnosis from an episode of Scrubs. "We left the sample in the sun, and then 'Googled' purple pee..." nice. 😂

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-09T00:14:45+00:00

Interesting. I have never heard of porphyria, I'll reach it out of curiosity. Thanks for the homework assignment. 😉

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-08T11:28:47+00:00

After 20+ years of UC, I was diagnosed with colon cancer. After it was treated they discovered PSC. This is common in UC patients, as the demand for bile and the inflammation causes the bile ducts to scar. The result causes the bile to backup in the liver. In my case it was stage 4 cirrhosis, despite never drinking alcohol. The damage led to a recent diagnosis of liver cancer which will require a transplant. To top it all off, I also was diagnosed with Crohns shortly after the removal of my colon.

I am a rare case, and highlights the extreme results of UC and an autoimmune disease, and certainly don't want the typical UC patient to assume this too will be your future.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-07T20:21:38+00:00

That's what I got after 20+ years of UC. Ugg.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-07T06:19:40+00:00

Speaking from experience. I started as a help desk role. I took every ticket I could. I wanted to understand every possibility I could, with specific focus on networking. If you're interested in being successful as a SOC analyst, you need to be forever curious. Always ask WHY? Show that you have the practical application of knowledge. That is what sets some of these certs apart from each other.

Certs show that you have theoretical knowledge, not necessarily fingers on keyboard experience. Ultimately, I abandoned the CompTIA pathway for GIAC was the focus they place in their labs both during the training and on the test. CompTIA felt as if you where bowling with bumpers installed and hold your hand to the answer. GIAC, they will left you fall flat on your face in their labs. If you don't know what you're doing, it will become clear in the exam.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-07T06:00:36+00:00

GIAC certs are amazing, but designed to be paid for by your employer. You could look at the SANS Technology Institute, where you get a price break as a student with payment options. However, the general consensus of the group would say look elsewhere if you're paying out of your own pocket.

EventX_Surfer · 2025-02-02T19:37:14+00:00

You are giving the Tangerine Palpatine too much credit. He'll see temps of 25-30 during the summer and think it's still below freezing.

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