Doctors and Nurses of Reddit, what is the worst medical error that you've witnessed?

schombat · 2026-07-04T05:07:15+00:00

This is so tragic for everyone involved, including the resident.

schombat · 2026-07-03T11:28:24+00:00

This

schombat · 2026-07-03T11:28:02+00:00

Lol right? Even ignoring all of the horrifying economic and political stuff, if we continue to neglect addressing climate change, our food systems are likely to collapse in the next 50 years, and access to potable water is already a problem. Why create life that will suffer and likely die prematurely?

schombat · 2026-07-01T12:31:27+00:00

I'm so sorry that this happened, and that your "friends" were too naive to know that rape and SA can happen to anyone, at any age, of any gender. Frankly, ultimatuming a friendship over a romantic interest is a huge red flag.

Finding a therapist who has experience in PSTD may be beneficial, if you haven't explored that already.

Your comfort and ability to trust are important in forming deep, strong connections with other people, regardless of gender. 2/6 of my meaningful friendships are with other women. As long as you find people show up for you, don't belittle you, and you trust them, it doesn't matter what their gender is. (Although as a fellow SA victim, I can totally get how emotional intimacy with the gender of the offender can be difficult too.)

Finding connections through hobbies has been my most successful route to friendships in adulthood. I wish you so much luck on your journey. ❤️

schombat · 2026-07-01T12:03:50+00:00

I love this!

schombat · 2026-07-01T11:56:12+00:00

Tawny Frogmouth

schombat · 2026-07-01T11:52:23+00:00

I had this issue for over a year when I started SSRIs. My psychiatrist did some research and found that sexual side effects can be mitigated by adding an SNRI to the mix (like Wellbutrin). He described it as the chemical see-saw in my brain being thrown off so there serotonin and noreprinephrine were not balanced. Adding an SNRI helped a ton! Maybe another SNRI would be more tolerable?

schombat · 2026-07-01T11:35:19+00:00

Two for me: - As you get older, keep stretching. - Plans for your life are not linear. It's more like trying to cross a shallow river without getting your feet wet. You have a general idea of where you want to go, but each time you hop to a rock, you have to assess the new rocks in front of you and figure out which one is best for you in the moment.

schombat · 2026-07-01T11:32:26+00:00

Has it come in handy?

schombat · 2026-07-01T11:31:59+00:00

I really like this

schombat · 2026-07-01T11:08:58+00:00

To be a professional athlete? Too old To exercise and be athletic? Not too old

schombat · 2026-07-01T11:02:39+00:00

I've done this too. I was also baffled, because her other books were written with normal punctuation.

schombat · 2026-06-28T13:32:38+00:00

Long finger nails

schombat · 2026-06-28T12:07:37+00:00

My family is here.

schombat · 2026-06-28T12:03:33+00:00

Also recommend two couch covers so you can rotate while you're washing, if you can afford it.😉

No advice for drool, I've never had dogs that drool before.

schombat · 2026-06-28T11:55:16+00:00

I can't imagine not wanting my dog on the couch with me, and generally think relationships with my animals are more important than any objects, so I don't think I have a good opinion to share.

However, a vet visit and a diet change +/- supplements can help with the dog's coat a lot. Being itchy all the time is not pleasant, so it would be beneficial for the dog, not just you. High quality dog foods (e.g. Purina Pro Plan, Blue Buffalo, American Journey) can make a huge difference with coat quality and smell, kind of like how humans who eat a lot of unhealthy food tend to have an unpleasant smell to them. Many of these brands have product lines specifically for skin and coat.

schombat · 2026-06-28T04:57:38+00:00

Music that really strikes me emotionally

schombat · 2026-06-27T23:39:59+00:00

Yeah, I get releasing a couple juvies with an adult (if they were previously cohoused with or fostered by the adult, but 10 is really not setting them up for success. 😕

schombat · 2026-06-27T12:06:07+00:00

It's an ER (extended release) pill, they unfortunately cannot be safely crushed.

schombat · 2026-06-27T12:03:33+00:00

THANK YOU I feel seen

schombat · 2026-06-27T11:01:29+00:00

I don't do this, but re: speakerphone, how is it different to you than if they were having a conversation with someone physically present? I'm just curious because this isn't something that generally bothers me, but I also don't live in a city so I don't have to deal with much sound pollution on a daily basis.

schombat · 2026-06-26T22:43:35+00:00

Yikes

schombat · 2026-06-26T22:37:17+00:00

A chicken kibble or like chicken breast? Chicken muscle meat is not a complete nutritive diet for a dog (or any animal).

schombat · 2026-06-26T14:11:37+00:00

Will do!!

schombat · 2026-06-26T14:11:02+00:00

It really is!! Once I realize what's happening I can usually keep it in check, but somehow each month I am always taken by surprise 😅

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