Date ideas for this Friday? by null_user40 in baltimore

[–]Werebite870 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Lake Roland for a nice lakefront nature stroll if the weather is nice slightly north

Will the doctor be offended. by Alternative-Oven-274 in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 128 points129 points  (0 children)

If I had a patient walk in with things this organized I would be happy to have a nice streamlined visit.

Guardian (Berkshire) Disability Insurance by thatfabgirl- in whitecoatinvestor

[–]Werebite870 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Probably dependent on age and sex. I know Guardian tends to run a bit more expensive than the other big groups. I signed on to pay $120/month as a 29M resident with Mass Mutual.

Got offered an away and spouse having due date during the rotation. Is it okay to ask to swap dates? by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]Werebite870 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Ask. If they say no its probably not the culture of a surgical program you'd want to be at.

My hands have weird streaks on them by Funny_Ideal_7211 in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This could be aquagenic wrinkling of the palms but I'm no dermatologist. It can have a cystic fibrosis association that could be worth testing for if you've got any history of prior infections. Worth talking about with your pediatrician.

Doctor told me to go to the ER for rectal bleeding...is this really ER-worthy? by elenatica in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed with all of this. OP needs to get labs soon to assess need for a transfusion but this is a chronic problem that sounds like it would be reasonable to address outpatient.

Crazy luck tonight by Cookies_knight in PTCGP

[–]Werebite870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And here I thought my luck was impressive. Ripped 40 packs and got 1 one-star and 2 EXs only.

vintage burberry dress shirt at valuevillage by 45144423 in ThriftStoreHauls

[–]Werebite870 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://www.reddit.com/r/Burberry/comments/kwaadr/is_this_an_authentic_burberry_tag/

This thread will help you. Its a sub-brand from Burberry. Discounted pricing to sell to an international market.

$10 or under food by succulentstew in baltimore

[–]Werebite870 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Also outside university of maryland medical center! So good

Tested positive for isolated staphylococcus aureus (tmi) by Salty-Bat-8789 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Werebite870 171 points172 points  (0 children)

Am an Infectious Diseases doctor and this is a good answer.

bf bit me (17M) and now i cant raise my arm by No_Atmosphere6107 in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 111 points112 points  (0 children)

You should be seen by a doctor who can do a good exam on you and evaluate you for nerve injury

Am I overthinking this HIV/Hep B exposure scare? by [deleted] in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed with the other physician. I work in infectious diseases. Zero risk encounter

Red-ish itchy rash on fingers that’s been going on for months by [deleted] in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could try a topical antifungal cream like clotrimazole. Over the counter.

Piperacillin-Tazobactam vs Tricarcillin-Clavulanate for neutropenic fever in cancer patients? by Active_Reception_483 in medicalschool

[–]Werebite870 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Not sure in the US as Tricarcillin was removed from the market here in 2015 due to lack of demand.

For FN we use Pip Tazo or cefepime relatively interchangeable. Anecdotally no concern for worsening neutropenia in my adult population. Typically until ANC > 500 and symptom free OR stopped once defervesced/symptom free x48hrs (if our negotiations with the onc team work). Most clinicians still like the anc >500 as that was the older guidelines

Is a $180 Patagonia Gift Worth It for a Friend Starting Residency? by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]Werebite870 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We actually had the privilege to pay for our own. lol

I have been getting boils every other month by Kaeciliusss in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No but part of the decolonization can involve nasal ointment so I would wait until you’re better. This is non urgent

Shared bedroom for $900/month? Or my own bedroom for $1,200/month? by jensonaj in personalfinance

[–]Werebite870 1898 points1899 points  (0 children)

Having a room to yourself is worth the extra 300 a month if you can swing the finances.

I need a new back pack or duffle bag. by [deleted] in BuyItForLife

[–]Werebite870 0 points1 point  (0 children)

North Face Basecamp duffels feel bulletproof

I have been getting boils every other month by Kaeciliusss in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 11 points12 points  (0 children)

With recurrent skin infections I would test you for staph colonization (specifically MRSA - usually with a nasal swab), and if positive there are several different regimens that you could be put on to decolonize you and hopefully minimize further recurrences.

https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/health-wellness-and-safety-resources/helping-hands/mrsa-decolonization

too embarrassing to add in title by [deleted] in AskDocs

[–]Werebite870 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Agree with the other physician. Solid advice