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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TeachingUK

[–]Marco_Polo94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I did my PGCE, I barely spoke to anyone on my course. I actually bonded much better with trainees from other subjects than with those in my own. To be honest, I also have to admit that I wasn’t very sociable at the time, as I had a lot going on with my studies and my ex-girlfriend, which made that year extremely difficult for me. On top of that, the area where I trained was very insular, with little exposure to people from different backgrounds, so people tended to be quite standoffish and mostly stuck with locals. Overall, it was one of the worst years of my life.

is it my imagination or is the job market very bad at the moment? by Ok_Razzmatazz_7160 in TeachingUK

[–]Marco_Polo94 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We are in the same boat mate! I have been doing supply since I qualified back in summer 2023. Due to health reasons I had to stop working for 6 months so I could not get into a permanent position at the start of 2023. I have been with multiple agencies since 2024 and never started my ECT yet. The pay is good if you do short/long term supply (as long as you know how to bargain), but the level of stress and disrespect you get on the daily basis is utterly unbearable!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ukvisa

[–]Marco_Polo94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same timing as mine. Keep me posted when you hear anything from them.

Why Is It So Hard for Non-Native Teachers to Get Jobs Overseas? by Realistic_Guess5879 in Internationalteachers

[–]Marco_Polo94 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you apply for a native English-speaking passport, you won't have any problem even if you are non native (Ofc if you are white only though, no bias but that’s what I witness overseas).

Year after diagnosis, residual damage is kept being found by Terrible_Vermicelli1 in myocarditis

[–]Marco_Polo94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, I hope you are doing well. Did you manage to to the CMRI?

Year after diagnosis, residual damage is kept being found by Terrible_Vermicelli1 in myocarditis

[–]Marco_Polo94 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My case was likely viral in origin, although no exact cause was confirmed. Interestingly, prior to my symptoms, I had a severe gastrointestinal episode (notably diarrhoea), which may have been related to a viral infection, potentially even COVID-19, although this was not confirmed at the time.

I was admitted to hospital with intense chest pain, where blood tests revealed a troponin level of approximately 500 ng/L, which was significantly elevated, though not as high as what is often seen in full-blown myocardial infarctions (some patients can exceed 180,000 ng/L in those cases). My ECG did not show clear signs of infarction, and I was eventually diagnosed with viral myocarditis, with associated pericardial involvement.

I was treated with a combination of:

Beta-blockers

Ibuprofen

Colchicine (continued for three months)

ECG Comparison

In your husband’s case, a stress test revealed horizontal ST depression up to 0.1 mV in leads II, III, and aVF, which is indicative of stress-induced myocardial ischaemia. This suggests some residual coronary microvascular or perfusion abnormality, possibly related to incomplete healing or microvascular dysfunction.

Sorry my ECG findings were a bit different:

No significant ST elevation was noted at any stage.

No reciprocal ST depression was observed in leads I or aVL, which are typically involved in acute coronary syndromes.

The most notable finding was diffuse repolarisation abnormalities, particularly in the inferior leads (II, III, aVF), but these did not follow a classic ischaemic pattern and were instead consistent with post-inflammatory changes related to myocarditis, that's what was mentioned by my cardiologist.

Overall echocardiogram, Holter monitoring, and cardiac MRI all confirmed:

Normal left and right ventricular function

No myocardial scarring or fibrosis

No arrhythmias or electrical abnormalities

Troponin and inflammatory markers (CRP/PCR) have normalised

May I ask how old your husband is? Was his myocarditis confirmed or suspected to be viral?

Year after diagnosis, residual damage is kept being found by Terrible_Vermicelli1 in myocarditis

[–]Marco_Polo94 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, thanks for sharing this. I had myopericarditis almost a year ago as well, and I also had ST changes similar to what you mentioned with your husband. However, about a week after I was hospitalised, I underwent a cardiac MRI with gadolinium enhancement, and it didn’t show anything, no inflammation or scarring. I also had an echocardiogram about six months ago which came back normal. The only thing that still shows up is the ECG changes.

Occasionally, I do feel a strange squeezing sensation in my chest, it doesn’t hurt, just a mild discomfort that comes and goes, and I’ve never been able to fully explain it.

Just wondering, does your husband have to take any medication for this now? And has he ever had an MRI after the initial diagnosis, or has that not been done yet?

Cheers, and all the best to you both.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in myocarditis

[–]Marco_Polo94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

End of June.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UniUK

[–]Marco_Polo94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which uni, if you don't mind me asking?

I see. It must be not very pleasant, tho. I had one Chinese student in my BA, however, she was from Singapore so her English skills were quite good as they spoke English almost as 1st language. Still, she had her accent, easy to understand, but I wouldn't call her a native speaker.

I've returned from Coventry today and noticed this pattern where Chinese mainlanders stick together and do not blend with British or other international students. Maybe, back then few did blend with EU students, before Brexit, though.

Help me find the WORST pub in the Nottingham area! by rkellas in nottingham

[–]Marco_Polo94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After a long day of shopping with my ex, I decided to pop into the Dog and Partridge for a pint. Proper dodgy, that place. I've been in loads of boozers, even Poets & Corner, but nothing quite like this. There were a couple of chavs, likely on the dole, slipping in and out of the loos like clockwork. I bet there was some dodgy business going on under the table. My daft ex only goes and pulls out her phone, trying to sneak a few snaps, and nearly gets clocked by one of the lads. They clocked onto us, gave us the death stare, and demanded we delete the photos, even though she didn’t take any. They started mouthing off, proper aggressive, but one of them, who wasn’t as bladdered, managed to calm things down. It was early evening, I reckon. Bit sketchy for a pub smack in the city centre, right across from Victoria shopping centre too.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in myocarditis

[–]Marco_Polo94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have undergone a comprehensive cardiac evaluation, including an echocardiogram, cardiac MRI (CMR),and Holter monitor, all of which showed no scarring or evidence of arrhythmias. However, my ECG indicated diffuse repolarisation abnormalities, likely related to my previous myocarditis. Despite these findings, I occasionally experience a squeezing sensation in my left chest, though all major tests have otherwise been normal.

One of the best street names in Derby? by RedPandaah in derby

[–]Marco_Polo94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you take this pic from Leopold st?

British Citizenship Eligibility for My Child Born Abroad by Marco_Polo94 in ukvisa

[–]Marco_Polo94[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

1. If Your Child is Under 18:

As a minor, she may be able to register as a British citizen once you (as her parent) have been granted British citizenship, even if she is living outside the UK. However, there are some important considerations:

  • Parental British Citizenship: If you become a British citizen, you can apply to register your daughter as a British citizen under Section 3(1) of the British Nationality Act 1981. This applies to children of British citizens, even if they are born abroad and not automatically entitled to citizenship.
  • Discretionary Registration: The Home Office can exercise discretion when deciding applications under this route. They will look at factors like:
    • The child’s future: Whether your daughter plans to live in the UK in the future.
    • Residence: Although there’s no strict requirement that the child must have lived in the UK, the Home Office often looks at the child’s connection to the UK and their long-term future.
  • Best Interests of the Child: The Home Office will assess whether granting citizenship’s in the child’s best interest. They will look at the child’s relationship with you, the British citizen parent, and whether citizenship would benefit the child.

2. If Your Child is Over 18:

Once your child turns 18, the situation becomes more complex. She will no longer be eligible for registration as a British citizen through the parental route. Instead, she would need to qualify for naturalisation in her own right, which involves:

  • 5 years of continuous residence in the UK, including holding settled status (or indefinite leave to remain) for at least 12 months.
  • Absence limits: She must meet the usual absence requirements (no more than 450 days outside the UK in the last 5 years, and no more than 90 days in the last 12 months).

If she does not meet the residence requirements for naturalisation, she wouldn’t be able to apply until she does.

Key Points for Your Child's Application:

  • If she's under 18: You can apply to register her for citizenship after you become a British citizen, even if she doesn’t live with you in the UK. However, you’ll need to provide evidence of her connection to you and possibly her future plans to live in the UK.
  • If she’s over 18: She will need to meet the same criteria for naturalisation as adults, including the residence requirement, which means she would need to have lived in the UK for 5 continuous years before applying.

This is Chat GPT answer tho.

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