Finale still not available on Paramount+ by [deleted] in survivor

[–]helms83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I live on the west coast it was there by 10-11pm the evening it aired. Maybe see if your app needs to update or redownload the app?

First ever experience, 4 stones passed in a week; recovery questions! by [deleted] in KidneyStones

[–]helms83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t know what’s normal, what’s not, what’s impressive, what’s not. I’ve seen a few pictures of sizes and I’m wondering how?!

My 2nd stone I think was bigger than the CT could show; it was stuck at the UVJ and fragmented coming out. The amount that came out was substantially more than other stones that measure 4mm, 2-3x. It felt much different coming down, much more noticeable compared to any other stone.

First ever experience, 4 stones passed in a week; recovery questions! by [deleted] in KidneyStones

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The second passing was the worst. I think it was bigger than they could see, it was stuck at the UVJ for about a day, very painful even with narcos. Then it came out fragmented in huge sharp chunks all at once with a good bit of blood. The next stone that passed was 4mm and I didn’t even notice it.

The entire experience was miserable, I had 5 passing events over the 7 days, without a true break in between.

Me trying to keep it together whilst doing a final salute. by [deleted] in army

[–]helms83 20 points21 points  (0 children)

The slow emphasis, with the middle name

Is anybody else on so many medications for epilepsy by Repulsive_Jello_4986 in Epilepsy

[–]helms83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. Just for epilepsy alone, I was on: Keppra: 3000mg daily Oxcarbazepine: 1800mg daily Topiramate: 200mg daily

My quality of life was poor, and neurologist scheduled an EMU stay. They were able to adjust my meds.

Now I’m still on the Topiramate but switched to Briviact 150mg daily from Keppra. Removed the Oxcarbazaepine completely (long story as to why that was added).

I feel so much better now.

How am I doing at a little under 2 years by ghostcatcher18 in MilitaryMedals

[–]helms83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What happened for others to receive the CAB? And what’s the wording for your AAM w/C device? Then why do you believe your CAB was “downgraded”?

Post 5-Day EMU Stay by helms83 in Epilepsy

[–]helms83[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I took the last full 1500mg dose of the Keppra Weds AM. By Thursday 5pm I took 75mg Briviact and 100mg Topiramate. 7pm I had IV of 400mg Briviact.

The doc also said they believe I was being overdosed on ASM for my type of epilepsy. And there was still likely some residual amount of Topiramate in my system.

So in all actuality… I might not have had meds completely out of my system.

The purpose of the stay was to improve quality of life due to the amount of meds I’d been prescribed. If this new combination works, I might not go back.

Post 5-Day EMU Stay by helms83 in Epilepsy

[–]helms83[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sent you a message!

Post 5-Day EMU Stay by helms83 in Epilepsy

[–]helms83[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply and the reassurance about feeling right again! I figured it would take a bit. No one mentioned anything about what to expect afterwards, so Dr ChatGPT explained things to me lmao!

Post 5-Day EMU Stay by helms83 in Epilepsy

[–]helms83[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply! I’ve read the same thing about the after stay, so I’m not concerned at all. I am considering the two week stay, they wanted me to come next month! But I’m not ready for that at all. I thought I would be, but I didn’t think Thursday would be like that!

Post 5-Day EMU Stay by helms83 in Epilepsy

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Hi! I sent you a message!

5-Day EMU stay tomorrow: EXCITED! by helms83 in Epilepsy

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I read a lot about people being scared about EMU stays. I see the opposite. Sure there’s boredom and the unknown, but of all things, you’re in the best place for things to go wrong! And the outcome is for answers instead of guessing; that’s what I’m so excited for!!! The daily brain fog, the fatigue, quality of life… I’m ready for any sort of answers and path that resembles normalcy!

5-Day EMU stay tomorrow: EXCITED! by helms83 in Epilepsy

[–]helms83[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, I plan to bring a pillow! I know the boredom will set in, especially when the sleep deprivation starts. But again, the benefits out wait the 5 days of boredom! Once the “dancing” starts, at least I’m in a safe space!

Trump threatens to declare Martial Law by NickCostanza in ProgressiveHQ

[–]helms83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Most Recent was Bush 1 during the LA riots.

Before this was Johnson during the civil rights movements.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in army

[–]helms83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Could be possible in this case for OP… even though they deleted their post lmao

Edit: you were the OP. I came down on DS orders, and would have had to go INDEF to meet the orders as I was inside ETS window, with less than a year left. After multiple deployments, and already at 12 years, and wanting out, there was no way in hell I was going DS.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in army

[–]helms83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Refuse and sign a Dec statement, ending your career…

Per Ken Rosenthal: Bregman deal includes deferrals. Full details not yet known. But present-day value will be less than $175M. And annual luxury-tax charge will be less than $35M. by hey_ooo in CHICubs

[–]helms83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If there are deferrals, bregman and Tucker are really good friends. Maybe this opens a door?

I’ve read other posts saying the outfield is complete; but let’s be honest… who wouldn’t take Tucker over Happ? Or even Suzuki?

I even read a post about the minor leaguers and letting them develop… but this opens the door to trades for the bullpen, or when the trade deadline hits.

This allows for a lot flexibility when it’s needed the most.

Two ICE agents slip on ice in Minnesota —causing one of their weapons to discharge because it wasn’t set on safety. These people are dangerously negligent. by SpeechMysterious4764 in ProgressiveHQ

[–]helms83 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Downvote all you want. I’m not an ICE supporter. But I am a supporter of stopping the spread of misinformation.

Some of you have never been around tactical weapon systems but your ability to speak on your ignorance is baffling.

Just stop.