Author SaintDragon Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Are you breaking up with me? yes I am since I know you have been claimed now. Now that is creepy, I actually thought we were a "thing" J/K(I'm an old man) My illusions are my own I guess;) Seriously.. I have no more room for being envious or jealous anymore and I wish you two the best and have lots of fun.... Don't be nervous...just go at it thinking of fun and let the leaves fall where they wish. It takes a lot of bravery to do what you all are doing....I could never do that and I respect both of you for it.... I was like "wow" I just hope you are taking an aircraft and not the paddle boat I suggested a long time ago.... and deff do not take the Titanic Have fun, Avril:D Link to post Share on other sites
quankanne Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 LS is my "dammit doll" lmao is *that* why my head's been hurting lately? LOL ah, cycling sounds like heaven. The weekend was gorgeous, but today's cold and wet and pretty much crawl-under-the-covers and sleep weather, so I can see how your outdoors plans get squelched so easily. what about snow? Building an arsenal of snowballs and then lobbing them at squirrels sounds like a great stress release. Well, maybe not for the squirrels Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 What is really bugging me is having to wait a week and a half for my turn in the "electro tube" Why so long?... I am betting the neuro is on vacation and I have to wait for him/her...I hope it's a her....a hot her..... Forget snowballs, I can't even throw my own balls ATM. Link to post Share on other sites
quankanne Posted March 1, 2010 Share Posted March 1, 2010 ow! my eyes! my eyes! :laugh: I'm surprised you've got that long of a wait – does this mean your "problem" isn't as pressing as you've been led to believe? hey, something to lighten the mood: what did one ovary say to the other ovary? "Look, there's Dick! Let's egg him!" :bunny: Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 1, 2010 Author Share Posted March 1, 2010 Well I guess that is a good way to look at the long wait...not a chronic (we should know now) situation. More or less just a precautionary measure that can wait until the neuro is done playing golf. "A priest, Rabii and a pen walk into a bar the bartender looks at them and says... "What is this? a joke? Link to post Share on other sites
Neutrino Posted March 2, 2010 Share Posted March 2, 2010 I hope it all goes ok - bummer you have to wait - do you live in the EU ? Here the waiting lists are so long you are likely to expire from old age before you get anything... Keep us posted !! May I also add some jokes ....? The gross : 2 farmers go to visit a hooker, she explains to them they have to use condoms so she would not get pregnant (skip the VD for this joke only...). The farmers obey - do their thing and leave. 6 months later they run into each other in the field and stop for a chat, then one asks the other "Would you really mind if that hooker from back then got pregnant ?" and the other says "Not really...." And the first one again "So I think we can remove those condoms now...." The even more gross : A guy tells his friend about a hooker who gave him a BJ while singing, because it was very dark in the room he still has no idea how she managed to do both at the same time... The friend gets curious and decides to try it out and take a torch with him.... He goes to the lady and asks for the business.... She's giving him a BJ and starts singing.... So he turns the torch on and guess what he sees ???? She only has one eye..... The nerdish : Werner Heisenberg (uncertainty principle) is speeding down the main street of Göttingen in his new car when a cop stops him and asks : "Mr Heisenberg, do you have any idea how fast you were going ?" Heisenberg smiles and replies "Not at all, but I know where I am...." Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 2, 2010 Author Share Posted March 2, 2010 I called neuro and he said I can come in tomorrow. I hope tomorrow I find out what is going on. Stupid ****...I'm going to be so irritated tomorrow Link to post Share on other sites
Neutrino Posted March 3, 2010 Share Posted March 3, 2010 I called neuro and he said I can come in tomorrow. I hope tomorrow I find out what is going on. Stupid ****...I'm going to be so irritated tomorrow We're all waiting with you. Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 4, 2010 Author Share Posted March 4, 2010 Not feeling humour tonight. They called me today and want me to come in for a follow up with the neuro. The MRI was scary and loud. I didn't know it would take so long...My mom said 20 minutes I was in there, but it seemed forever(I couldn't move) It was like being in an episode of House. I'm worried about the follow up thing....Why can't they just tell me on the phone?.... Is this not good news when I have to come in to talk with the neuro.? Link to post Share on other sites
TheLoneSock Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 A visit with a neurological specialist just means they want to take a closer look at your brain, and possibly your spinal cord. All you can do right now is hope for the best and prepare for the worst Saint, don't count yourself out yet. Remember, even if it does turn out to be MS, it's something you can defeat. Keeping my fingers crossed for you, don't count your chickens yet. Keep us updated. Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 5, 2010 Author Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm sure it isn't MS, because I feel great ATM and only one in our family has ever had it.... Plus there are like 100 things it could be(similar Rx and I'm pretty sure it's something stupid going on. I haven't been dizzy or got the numb hand in over two weeks now..soooo We'll see tomorrow and I'm going to thank god if it's NOT MS or anything incurable. I think I just really messed up myself from all the stress, eating very badly and not exercising...I really did a toll. Link to post Share on other sites
lord alfred douglas Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I'm sure it isn't MS, because I feel great ATM and only one in our family has ever had it.... Plus there are like 100 things it could be(similar Rx and I'm pretty sure it's something stupid going on. I haven't been dizzy or got the numb hand in over two weeks now..soooo We'll see tomorrow and I'm going to thank god if it's NOT MS or anything incurable. I think I just really messed up myself from all the stress, eating very badly and not exercising...I really did a toll. Well as Lone Sock could tell you there are different kinds and degrees of MS...in fact what is called MS is actually more like a group of related conditions...some mild and some severe Don't guess at anything as guessing or hoping wont change anything. Just try and relax (easier said than done I know) and be prepared for whatever the doctor might say This isnt a death sentence. And believe it or not MS (if you have it)could open some doors in odd ways , so you never know how life will turn out. It might brin you opportunities to meet people or even job opportunites and ways for you to get out of your little town you never know Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 5, 2010 Author Share Posted March 5, 2010 The mild case of MS is Remitting relapse which has periods in between flares which it goes benign and damage is limited. Other type is progressive in which once the rx is there they get worse with no relapse between flares. the damage is more steady and destructive. They say MS is not easy to DX and many things mimic it, just to be any place close to DXing MS they need to see two instances of activity in two different areas of the nervous system. I had my first MRI and if anything was shown then I will have to wait for another phase of nerve break-down and have it recorded with another MRI. After that it can be assumed MS exist. </end google education>......lmao. Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 5, 2010 Author Share Posted March 5, 2010 I leave in 10 minutes to go down and see what it said. sucks.. Link to post Share on other sites
Neutrino Posted March 6, 2010 Share Posted March 6, 2010 I leave in 10 minutes to go down and see what it said. sucks.. And...???? I so hope you were worried for nothing !! I don't even know you, and I'm scared.... Link to post Share on other sites
Meaplus3 Posted March 6, 2010 Share Posted March 6, 2010 Hi Saint. Sorry to hear your going through this. From what I understand if you have MS an MRI should pick up a lesion. Were you told you have a lesion on a MRI? Anway, try not to stress over this. There is much they can do now a days.. with regards to MS. Hang in there. ((((hugs))) Mea:) Link to post Share on other sites
JamesM Posted March 7, 2010 Share Posted March 7, 2010 I waited all day to find out what you found out. How did it turn out at the doctor's office? What did the tests show? Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 7, 2010 Author Share Posted March 7, 2010 I guess I should say something right?... I'm in a good mood ATM... sure....they found something... I don't want to discuss it yet. Thanks you all. Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 MRI was fine and it's not MS, but blood work was not fine and it looks like type 2 diabetes is what is happening to me. It makes sense now, because I do have a family history of it according to mom and the symptoms are consistent to what I have felt. Apparently I have had it for a long while and recently it gotten worse due to not getting annual check-ups, the stress and very bad eating habit and lifestyle for the past 5 years. I have nerve damage in my feet and my vision were effected. It also explains my fatigue and being tired all the time. Turns out depression was not the cause of that. I've also have many moments running to the toilet to piss.... My mom questioned that last year at her house... "again?..that is like 3 times now" So yes..I'm pretty much in trouble and feeling sick to my stomach about all of this.. The thing that is hurting the most is the fact I may not be able to fly the Cessna this summer. I don't know if this will effect it, but it's possible I may have to give up my PPL. I'm not sure I am able to work this year.... I don't feel like I could work with all this on my mind and I literally have to change every aspect of my lifestyle within weeks, because right now I am very likely to get a stroke or heart damage. Having the word stroke mentioned scared me...My grandmother had a stroke and she cannot do anything for herself..she needs 24/7 supervision. Currently have to put everything on the shelf and develop a managment plan for it so it doesn't get worse. Looks like this summer is about diabetes and not something I want to do. I just can't believe I have to deal with this BS...I have no idea yet how much it's going to take and if it will get worse. Link to post Share on other sites
whichwayisup Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 It's not a death sentence. I know alot of people who are diabetic and have type 2. And they are fine, and living a healthier life, and lifestyle too.. Learn as much as you can about it, and stay positive. Continue with work, explain your situation to them and maybe work part-time. Hopefully they'll be understanding since for a while until this gets under control, time off of work might happen. http://www.diabetes.ca/about-diabetes/living/just-diagnosed/type2/ Ask for help, seek counselling too. Be glad it's not MS. Again, BE positive, or atleast try your best to keep a good frame of mind about this. It's a forever thing and once you know and understand what it's all about, what you need to do on a daily basis, you will and can live quite a normal life. Link to post Share on other sites
JamesM Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 As WWIU said, be thankful that it is not MS. That is worse than diabetes. Diabetes can be controlled. It does take willpower and discipline, but it can be controlled. I know of a number of friends, nephews and nieces who have it, and they live just as "normal" of a life (if my life can be called normal ) as I do. Diet and exercise are the key. Strokes and heart disease are more prevalent when one has diabetes. but it does not mean that it is a guarantee. The biggest thing to remember is...you do have control over what happens to you. It is not just a roll of the dice whether you get a stroke. Do lots of research and learn everything you can about diabetes. Your future depends on it. If you sit back and moan and do nothing, then nothing good will come of it. If you educate yourself and become familiar with diabetes and how it can be controlled, then you will be less scared of it and you can manage it. There are definitely worse diagnoses to be had. Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 I know it's manageable, but because I am an ass and never go get check-ups when I should, some damage already occured. It explains my miserable cognitive failures. About 5 years ago I would get so whipped and felt like dropping on the roof while the others were going at it like it was a normal warm day. I would just blame it on being really hot out and used to go down the ladder and get in the shade(often) Recently having my head spin randomly is what prompted me to get a check-up. I knew something wasn't right, but was sure it was stress...however it turns out it wasn't. I'm glad it wasn't MS too..thanks for that, but with this BS diabetes it means a complete lifestyle change meaning diet exercise and meds. Also he wants me to seek help with my other "issues" to reduce my anxiety. I realize that it sounds good to change my lifestyle and eat healthy, but as you know I've been living this way for years(unhealthy) and it won't be easy to do. It really is no surprise and when he told us my mom and I were like ... "yepp" We have a **** load with it in our family and heart disease. Just another stupid thing to deal with and it sucks balls. Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 I guess my biggest worry is if the FAA will let me fly this summer. With the meds and I HAVE to report them as well as my diagnoses. If they don't let me, then I will be as good as dead, I'll tell you that. I flew 100 hours last year with no problem..I felt fine, so maybe I will be fine. Link to post Share on other sites
Neutrino Posted March 9, 2010 Share Posted March 9, 2010 I'm not saying diabetes is a good thing - but it is a considerable discount from MS... My mom has diabetes 2 for several years already - she is retired so has time for proper health-management. She keeps to a strict diet, but her blood works look great for years already, at the same time my BF's dad is also diabetic but refuses to stick to a diet regime - his eyes are not doing that well anymore and neither is his general condition - so I see the difference a healthy diet can make. Once you get used to a new life style you will be OK - making the transition is not easy - but not impossible either. Overall I think you can feel relieved it is not MS..... Link to post Share on other sites
Author SaintDragon Posted March 9, 2010 Author Share Posted March 9, 2010 Well my time is short, just got the big banner from you know who again..so in conclusion...now I have a good excuse and it's much better on the family by way of death by sugar rather than biting a bullett... My prayers were answered... F*ck it all. Link to post Share on other sites
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