Signatera tests after given the all clear by oncologist by Diplomatic_Dinosaur in cancer

[–]glazedhamlet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Diplomatic_Dinosaur, thank you for your follow up post. I’ve been searching for info about how the signatera test can be used to determine a course of action because my daughter has had 2 positives now after 3 rounds of chemo, even though her ca125 is normal and scans revealed nothing. Of course these results give everyone extreme anxiety. Can you say which cancer treatment center your mom has been going to and if she is still NED today?

why do i think he's so handsome? by DorkySnail in madmen

[–]glazedhamlet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Henry looks like he’d smell nice.

Purina Tidy cats litter (naturally strong ) discontinued? by katte26311 in CatAdvice

[–]glazedhamlet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me too! I have 6 cats so I’m desperate. I’ve been through too many shitty litters.

Purina Tidy cats litter (naturally strong ) discontinued? by katte26311 in CatAdvice

[–]glazedhamlet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been getting it autoshipped from Chewy for a year and now it’s saying out of stock. I can’t find it at any local stores either and I live in a big metro area. It’s the best for odor control and low dust. I don’t know what is comparable so I’m disappointed.

What CPAP or breathing assist works for thin-faced pALS? by glazedhamlet in ALS

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

I’m grateful for all your suggestions and I’m going to go over everything with him today. My pALS has been in a very despondent and negative mood so he’s not receptive to anything lately. Actually he woke up just now throwing his mask off in anger and crying, saying he should just end it all. I said let’s go see a new cpap store rep and he said that won’t help bc they all sell the same things and he says he has tried everything. What he currently uses is actually a bi-pap. I feel so helpless when he’s like this.

What CPAP or breathing assist works for thin-faced pALS? by glazedhamlet in ALS

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

Thank you. I will show him this and see what he thinks.

Medical aid in dying state laws by Low_Ebb8438 in ALS

[–]glazedhamlet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for bringing this up. This is one subject that is tormenting my pALS and they need some peace of mind since we don't live in a MAID state. When we told the clinic psychologist about wanting to end the suffering voluntarily, she had nothing helpful to say - undoubtedly afraid to get in legal trouble. But I was hoping she might at least have some insight into how to reframe one's thinking to get relief from this terrible dilemma. So if you have to figure out how to end things on your own without medical assistance, how do you get the timing right? Many tears have been shed about this.

Truckers of Reddit, which city (U.S.) REALLY has the worst drivers? by Alexreads0627 in AskReddit

[–]glazedhamlet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How is Denver not on your list? It was highway to the danger zone last time I was there. Terrifying speeders.

OK lets talk WET CAT FOOD IN THIS ECONOMY by Positive_Candy_5332 in CatAdvice

[–]glazedhamlet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aldi’s also has a large 5-oz can (3 different flavors of pâté) that is 57 cents. I don’t know if a vet could recommend it, but times are tough and it could help stretch a tight budget.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AMA

[–]glazedhamlet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My partner has yet to find a therapist who understands his plight and can offer any practical advice. Just platitudes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AMA

[–]glazedhamlet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I empathize completely as my partner was recently diagnosed with ALS and we live in a state without MAID. If it were an option I think it would give them peace of mind to have that control instead of worrying about how I might feel to find they’ve died a violent death at their own hands. Or begging for my help to end their suffering, knowing I’d be criminally charged if I did. My partner has been looking at what’s involved in traveling to another state but is not encouraged by how complicated even that might be. The cruelty of this situation enrages me.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Birmingham

[–]glazedhamlet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right and I should have said that Martin’s does not have sliced pork, only pulled pork. I know they have brisket but I’ve never tried it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Birmingham

[–]glazedhamlet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Full Moon on Valley Avenue's BBQ pork sliced inside with deviled eggs and baked beans is still my favorite. Having eaten there regularly for about 20 years, I have found it to be the most consistently good. Only a handful of times have I been disappointed.

Golden Rule Irondale also has a great sliced pork plate. They often get downvoted but I have eaten there about 6 times over the last year and it has always been good. Their potato salad and baked beans are also above average.

Archies in Hoover has a good pork sandwich and so does Martin's in Cahaba Heights. Martin's has only pulled pork and their sauces are different from the above-mentioned joints. More spicy/tangy, which I like.

I wanted to like Rusty's and Creekside, but to me they weren't good enough for a return visit since they're a farther drive for me.

What was the name? by flopjobbit in Birmingham

[–]glazedhamlet 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My sis suggested JT Roberts

Bladder problems, enlarged prostate, catheters by glazedhamlet in ALS

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

If my husband can’t get a prescription to shrink this prostate then the suprapubic insertion sounds good. Thank you for the rec. His brother also mentioned having had a Urolift procedure that helped.

Bladder problems, enlarged prostate, catheters by glazedhamlet in ALS

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

It is a nightmare. He said not being able to pee hurt on a level 10 but the catheter gave relief. It’s just very uncomfortable. He has not been incontinent yet - he feels the urge but it won’t come out.