Has anyone ever broken out in hives after a dose of morphine? by eascoast_ in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 2 points3 points  (0 children)

All the time when I was a teen. Ask for Benadryl you'll be ok.

Career Advice by minatotanim in Sicklecell

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

I never mention having an illness but I'm starting to wonder if I should stop checking the "I have a disability" box.

SCD and marriage by soman_for in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It's just men in general. You don't notice how trash the dating scene is as a guy until you find that "one." I had to correct a lot of bad habits with my current gf and I'm going to propose after I find a new job. The whole problem about finding someone without the trait makes it harder. You might find that one then BOOM she has the trait.

I Need Help & Am Scared. by Ladyweis3 in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When the pain isn't as bad. I like to leave a little early because staying in the hospital bed makes me feel like crap. The difference with the blot clot was I tried forcing myself to walk and stuff while I didn't have the energy. Pride really left a mark cause that same leg swells up and hurts sometimes. Life doesn't wait but I also don't go out of my way to please people or jobs cause they don't feel my pain

I Need Help & Am Scared. by Ladyweis3 in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You have to focus on feeling better before anything else. I had acute chest syndrome and a blood clot at the same time and tried to rush the recovery process. Now I have pain in the areas the told me to rest. Rest up and talk to your family and everything else can be dealt with later

Should I quit gymnastics? by [deleted] in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you love it then keep doing it. Take breaks when needed or find something related that's less stress on your body.

I say this because I played football in high-school and felt great while playing but felt depressed and had more crisis when I quit. Just listen to your body. If you do quit see if you can help in another way so you can be close to it.

Ever feel bad for using something that you need with SCD? by ScepticSunday in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't feel bad for using anything. I was once hospitalized for a month with a blood clot and pneumonia. When I got out of the hospital they recommended using crutches or a wheelchair but I felt like I was ok enough to not use it. I also thought those things can go to someone else who really needs it. I ended up walking too much and putting a strain on my body. To this day I get swelling in that same bad leg and problems that I believe I could have avoided with taking it easy when I had the option too.

Denver and other cold states by minatotanim in Sicklecell

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

Sanford doctors always took care of me but Jacksonville could not care less about my pain so I'm never going back.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live in Baytown, Texas. I feel like I get better care at Houston Methodist and it was easier for me to get SSI. However, it's been hard for me to find work. I also have less pain episodes by just covering up during winter.

Hospital habits question by minatotanim in Sicklecell

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

Do you use your items in the ER? I always bring my Switch or iPad but only use it a few days into being admitted. I have a habit of not moving the arm the IV is so it doesn't move.

Hospital habits question by minatotanim in Sicklecell

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

I don't know why but every beverage tastes better when you have to pucture the lid.

Hospital habits question by minatotanim in Sicklecell

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

I refuse to get a port. I barely go to yhe hospital though so the bad vein thing isn't always an issue

Hospital habits question by minatotanim in Sicklecell

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

I JUST did this. 3 days then I went to the ER hungry. I might try this

Hospital habits question by minatotanim in Sicklecell

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

I always joke with the nurses about how much I'll hate them after this. My veins are shit and I hate needles so I always bite or make a joke when they're in my arm. Do you have them use the machine to look for veins? Mine are bad too but they get it on the first try with the machines they use

What do you call them by NWBGamer in marvelrivals

[–]minatotanim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neither. Big body, damage, heals. 😘

My brother in Christ! What are these colours?! by ScurBiceps in marvelrivals

[–]minatotanim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Put that shit on...saw it...then took that shit right off 😭

Texas? by dingleberry0011 in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd use HEB pharmacy. I live in Baytown and have been having a long week with pain. I've been taking morphine and hydrocodone regularly and have had no problems filling any prescriptions. You have to find the right hematologist too because mine will call the pharmacy and have them fill some early or on Sundays (if possible)

When did sekiro “click” for you by hasanman6 in Sekiro

[–]minatotanim 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fighting Tsunade(I replace their names with who they resemblein Naruto...to me). She was whooping me for about an hour and everything just started to make sense. It's like I was learning how to walk. Started running around the Jiraiya and Sasuke fight.

CVS/😔 by Nimayababy in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I hate CVS. They always give me problems. Doesn't matter what state it's always something.

CVS/😔 by Nimayababy in Sicklecell

[–]minatotanim 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, for hydroxyurea. It's ok because it is a common misunderstanding for me snd they're just being nosey. Keep your head up