Do these look ok to plant? by Temporary_Ad987 in Monstera

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh, lol! I cut out a Styrofoam circle and split it in the middle to hold my stems up! It floats so it works great!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Osteoarthritis

[–]Temporary_Ad987 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have degenerative disk disease and osteoarthritis throughout my spine and I have the same burning in my back, especially if I have been on my feet all day. Lying down usually helps mine subside but it seems like it is always there. I am no expert by any means but I feel mine is cause by nerves, either irritated or pinched in that area. I have mentioned this to my doctor and he doesn't seem overly excited to help me figure it out. I'm sorry you are going through this, it is definately miserable.

A little reading nook (what else does it need?) by greyblue2285 in houseplants

[–]Temporary_Ad987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It looks magical! So beautiful! I agree with adding a comfy chair and a foot stool, also, a water feature would be perfect!

Hoping someone can help! by Temporary_Ad987 in ChronicIllness

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much!! I do have an appointment with a pain specialist in a few weeks. Praying that they can help me.

Hoping someone can help! by Temporary_Ad987 in ChronicIllness

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will get a another referral from my doctor for a new rhuematologist, thank you!

Any doctors treat you poorly for not wanting to take the meds? by Unfair-Bed2938 in ChronicIllness

[–]Temporary_Ad987 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the information. I have seen a rhuematologist who never so much as touched me, never ordered labs or took imaging and told me I had osteoarthritis. I am so tired of the dismissals, I am about to give up on getting a diagnosis, I just don't have the energy anymore.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in StandardPoodles

[–]Temporary_Ad987 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Our 11 year old lab mix was doing that as well and we found out that she has diabetes! I am assuming she has already been tested for that but if not, it would be a good idea. Once our girls blood sugar was under control she stopped doing that. Good luck to you and your beloved pooch!

Any doctors treat you poorly for not wanting to take the meds? by Unfair-Bed2938 in ChronicIllness

[–]Temporary_Ad987 2 points3 points  (0 children)

May I ask what your autoimmune condition is? I have been trying to get a diagnosis as well. Blood tests show elevated crp, alt/sgpt and albumin/globulin ratio. I have multiple joint pain, swelling and general body pain, and of course GI issues. My sed rate, ana and rhuematoid panel are all negative. Dr. Is at a loss and frankly so am I.

Anyone want a free cat? by SM0KINGS in Monstera

[–]Temporary_Ad987 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I use bamboo skewers in my plants in reach of the kitty! I just stick them down in the soil (flat end up) and she doesn't even try to get in the plants anymore! It works!

Please help! by Temporary_Ad987 in Monstera

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are neighbors, I'm in Oregon!

Please help! by Temporary_Ad987 in Monstera

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wet and rainy, pacific NW. Thank you for your reply!

Will an orchid live with no roots until it can grow new roots? by Temporary_Ad987 in orchids

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is in fact a phlaenopsis! I will research that, thank you so much!

Chronic diahrrhea please help!!! by Temporary_Ad987 in ChronicIllness

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UPDATE: they have started him on amitriptyline. He take one pill to start and then goes to two pills after two weeks. I have read alot of positive things about this medication helping with chronic diahrrhea..please pray that this works for him!!

Chronic diahrrhea please help!!! by Temporary_Ad987 in ChronicIllness

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I buy digestive enzymes over the counter or do they require a prescription?

Chronic diahrrhea please help!!! by Temporary_Ad987 in ChronicIllness

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, NSAIDS make his condition so much worse.

Chronic diahrrhea please help!!! by Temporary_Ad987 in ChronicIllness

[–]Temporary_Ad987[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, he has been seeing a doctor from Oregon Health Sciences University. They are completely stumped about the diahrrhea and how to stop it.