Guest guest Posted February 2, 2006 Report Share Posted February 2, 2006 Kat if you do get to the point where you really want to quit ask your Doctor for Zyban.It reduces the cravings and it is working better then anything else I have used.I have been trying for a year and finally am on 4th day.Hope is doing better.Keep us filled in Gail -----Original Message-----From: Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies [mailto:Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies ]On Behalf Of kathyshel2000Sent: February 1, 2006 8:19 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: HEY EVERYONEHEY GAIL GOOD LUCK AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK I NEED TO STOP SMOKING AND WISH I COULD MAYBE ONE DAY.HEY D HOPE EVERYTHING IS OK WHEN YOU GO TO THE DR.HI DE WHO THINGS GOING AND TO EVERYONE ELSE HOPE YOU ARE DOING OK THESE DAYS. KAT AND DONALD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 2, 2006 Report Share Posted February 2, 2006 Thank god for that.He was honest with you too,which is good. Gail RE: HEY EVERYONE Things are great here. I got into my new office yesterday changing my commute from 1-1/1/2 hours each way to 15-20 min each way. Thank God that’s over. I think Beth has the flu. She’s had a low fever all week but they sent her home school yesterday with 102. Cale called at 12:30 this morning to tell me he got a citation for underage possession of alcohol & they made a comment on the ticket that they were also in possession of a small amount of weed. But I’m happy because I didn’t have to turn him down for asking if I’d get him out of jail – since they didn’t take him. De (having fun, but not as much as Allan) -----Original Message-----From: Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies [mailto:Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies ] On Behalf Of kathyshel2000Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 11:19 PMHepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: HEY EVERYONE HEY GAIL GOOD LUCK AND KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK I NEED TO STOP SMOKING AND WISH I COULD MAYBE ONE DAY.HEY D HOPE EVERYTHING IS OK WHEN YOU GO TO THE DR.HI DE WHO THINGS GOING AND TO EVERYONE ELSE HOPE YOU ARE DOING OK THESE DAYS. KAT AND DONALD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2006 Report Share Posted February 13, 2006 A small number of people who have taken metformin have developed a serious condition called lactic acidosis that has been fatal in up to 50% of cases. Lactic acidosis has occurred most often in people whose kidneys were not working properly. Liver problems may also increase the risk of developing lactic acidosis. Stop taking metformin and call your doctor immediately if you experience a feeling of general discomfort or sickness; weakness; sore or aching muscles; trouble breathing, unusual drowsiness, dizziness or lightheadedness; unusual or unexplained stomach upset (after the initial stomach upset that may occur at the start of therapy with metformin); or the sudden development of a slow or irregular heartbeat. These may be signs of lactic acidosis. Avoid excessive alcohol intake while taking metformin. Together, alcohol and metformin may increase the risk of lactic acidosis and hypoglycemia. Metformin does not usually cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Nevertheless, hypoglycemia may occur in the treatment of diabetes, as a result of skipped meals, excessive exercise, or alcohol consumption. Know the signs and symptoms of low blood sugar, which include hunger, headache, drowsiness, weakness, dizziness, a fast heartbeat, sweating, tremor, and nausea. Carry non-dietetic candy or glucose tablets to treat episodes of low blood sugar. Metformin is used to regulate blood glucose (sugar) levels. Metformin works in three ways: first, it reduces the amount of glucose produced by your liver; second, it reduces the amount of glucose absorbed from food through your stomach; and third, it makes the insulin that your body produces work better to reduce the amount of glucose already in your blood. Metformin is used to treat type 2 diabetes. Metformin may be used alone or together with insulin or other diabetes medicines. Metformin may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Do not take metformin without first talking to your doctor if you a.. have kidney disease; b.. have liver disease; c.. have congestive heart failure; d.. have acute or chronic metabolic acidosis, including diabetic ketoacidosis; e.. have had a heart attack or a stroke; f.. have a serious infection, illness, or injury; g.. need to have surgery; h.. need to have x-rays or other procedures using injectable contrast agents; i.. are dehydrated (have lost water from your body) due to diarrhea, vomiting, fever, heat stroke, decreased fluid intake, or any other cause; j.. drink alcohol; or k.. are 80 years of age or older and have not had your kidney function tested. You may not be able to take metformin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above. Contact your doctor if you develop a fever or an infection, require surgery, or if you experience a serious injury. Illness or injury may cause a loss of blood sugar control and insulin (or an adjustment of a current insulin dose) may be required for a period of time. Metformin is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Generally, insulin is the drug of choice for controlling diabetes during pregnancy. Do not take metformin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. Stop taking metformin and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives). A small number of people who have taken metformin have developed a serious condition called lactic acidosis that has been fatal in up to 50% of cases. Lactic acidosis has occurred most often in people whose kidneys were not working properly. Liver problems may also increase the risk of developing lactic acidosis. Stop taking metformin and call your doctor immediately if you experience a feeling of general discomfort or sickness; weakness; sore or aching muscles; trouble breathing, unusual drowsiness, dizziness or lightheadedness; unusual or unexplained stomach upset (after the initial stomach upset that may occur at the start of therapy with metformin); or the sudden development of a slow or irregular heartbeat. These may be signs of lactic acidosis. Love, Di Libra me, Domine, de morte aeterna graymarshall@... hey everyone > ok The dr said after lookin in my eyes....NO ONES > HOME.. I knew that gee.he put me on a med called > metformin he said its not as hard on the liver as > others. d > > __________________________________________________ > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2006 Report Share Posted February 13, 2006 Hi Di! Thanks for the good post. I take 2000Mg of Metformin ER daily. I was going to post something on it but you got it covered. Allan with 2 L's hey everyone> ok The dr said after lookin in my eyes....NO ONES> HOME.. I knew that gee.he put me on a med called> metformin he said its not as hard on the liver as> others. d>> __________________________________________________> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2006 Report Share Posted February 13, 2006 tell the doc the lights are on..your just sleeping! hiya honey..hope you feel better in a hurry ~Bayla~ One who knows how to show and to accept kindness will be a friend better than any possession.-Sophocles__________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 13, 2006 Report Share Posted February 13, 2006 I did a copy/paste from Health. Love,DiLibra me, Domine, de morte aeternagraymarshall@... hey everyone> ok The dr said after lookin in my eyes....NO ONES> HOME.. I knew that gee.he put me on a med called> metformin he said its not as hard on the liver as> others. d>> __________________________________________________> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 3, 2006 Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 When my family was late picking me up from my biopsy, the hospital offered to pay for a taxi. Love, De -----Original Message----- From: Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies [mailto:Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies ] On Behalf Of Davies Sent: Thursday, March 02, 2006 9:46 PM Hepatitis CSupportGroupForDummies Subject: [Norton AntiSpam] Hey everyone Hello gang, Sorry I haven't been around to much lately, today was Mom's day at the Doctor and then running errands for her. You are so right Suzie about the Mono kicking my butt, it has knocked me to the dirt. I did see my Doctor for a brief second, he told me it would be at least 6 weeks before this stuff clears your system? I really wouldn't wish this crap on my worst enemy. I went to pick up a script and the cancelled my insurance, I was devestated to say the least. I,ve got to call them tomorrow and see what is going on.. I read where Del posted and he sounds so down, has anyone talked to him, I couldn't get him by phone? Does anyone know what is going on, sounded like he had same problems as me about the insurance. I will keep him in my prayers just as I do you all. I am set up for biopsy Monday, but no one to go with me, I forgot you have to have someone drive you. Well Ladies and Gentleman - I am going to keep checking mail. I will never be able to thank you enough for all your support and for simply caring. I love you all May God Bless you all Love, hugs and prayers marie A PSPFanatic Creation April 2003 Tag Tutorial by Ladybug Designs Font: Tinker Toy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 16, 2006 Report Share Posted March 16, 2006 Hey Kat,didn't see anyone either. HEY EVERYONE ANYONE COMING TO CHAT TONIGHT KAT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 24, 2006 Report Share Posted April 24, 2006 Welcome back " fellow Washingtonian " , Glad you had a great time in Utah with your daughters wedding. Great job on losing 2 more pounds...and even during a wedding time. WOW!! Thanks for the positive words. My banding time is coming up very quickly here. SO EXCITED!!! Eileen > > Hey Everyone, > I just got back from Utah. My oldest daughter was married on > Saturday. I had a blast :0) > I have been reading some of the posts form the last 2 weeks and Wow! > We have a lot of new bandsters, WELCOME to the family :0) > I hope you all on this group are doing well. I am excited to say that > I lost 2+ more lbs while I was on vacation. I was soooo worried I > would gain because I was eating out every day. My size 10 pants are > getting a little lose. I NEVER in my wildest dreams thought I could > get down to an 8 so fast. I know that will be very soon. > I love the band. It has been life changing for me. > Again, welcome to all our new bandsters. You have a good > family/network here. I have learned so much from them. > You all take care! > > Banded 7/20/05 > 210/155 or less :0)/140 > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 good luck hope all goes well From: "Dave" <d_k45050@...>Reply-Hepatitis C To: Hepatitis C Subject: Hey EveryoneDate: Sat, 21 Oct 2006 00:23:52 -0000 Some not so good news.... got my blood work results back seems my Liver enzynes ar 6 times higher than last week and the Doctor wants me to go to the Hospital in the morning, to see what's going on.Wish me Luck, Will fill you in when I return. PEACE Stay in touch with old friends and meet new ones with Windows Live Spaces Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 , Looking forward to seeing you back, in the meantime Prayers go with you.. and Hugs! Sheena Dave <d_k45050@...> wrote: Some not so good news.... got my blood work results back seems my Liver enzynes ar 6 times higher than last week and the Doctor wants me to go to the Hospital in the morning, to see what's going on.Wish me Luck, Will fill you in when I return. PEACE Messenger with Voice. Make PC-to-Phone Calls to the US (and 30+ countries) for 2¢/min or less. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 it will be ok david,, it will,, lfts can very wildly,, let us know what you find out,, ok hugs jaxDave <d_k45050@...> wrote: Some not so good news.... got my blood work results back seems my Liver enzynes ar 6 times higher than last week and the Doctor wants me to go to the Hospital in the morning, to see what's going on.Wish me Luck, Will fill you in when I return. PEACEJackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 20, 2006 Report Share Posted October 20, 2006 O my goodness Dave , I will keep you in my prayers . Hey Everyone Some not so good news.... got my blood work results back seems my Liver enzynes ar 6 times higher than last week and the Doctor wants me to go to the Hospital in the morning, to see what's going on.Wish me Luck, Will fill you in when I return. PEACE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2006 Report Share Posted October 21, 2006 Best of luck to you Dave and my prayers are with you!... > > Some not so good news.... got my blood work results back seems my > Liver enzynes ar 6 times higher than last week and the Doctor wants me > to go to the Hospital in the morning, to see what's going on. > Wish me Luck, Will fill you in when I return. PEACE > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 22, 2006 Report Share Posted October 22, 2006 Please let us know. Love JanetDave <d_k45050@...> wrote: Some not so good news.... got my blood work results back seems my Liver enzynes ar 6 times higher than last week and the Doctor wants me to go to the Hospital in the morning, to see what's going on.Wish me Luck, Will fill you in when I return. PEACETake the ordinary things of life, and make them your own. Do the impossible with a smile Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 Welcome Adam! Would you like to share and tell us about yourself? Hope you enjoy this group. Peace, Beth hey everyone Im Adam ,and im new here. Just thought iwould say hi to y all. How is everybody? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 Heya adam..WELCOME!!..my names Tammia and Im alittle new here also...I'm doing jus fine, how are you today? > > Im Adam ,and im new here. Just thought iwould say hi to y all. How is > everybody? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 Thanx Beth Sure,i can tell u a bit about me. Im 21 and living in a small town in southern Sweden. I have SMA type 2. I have just started a architectural visualization company with a friend of mine. Im a calm and open-minded kind of guy. hmmm, im not so good at this " tell me about you " stuff,sorry. But im happy i found this group. Anyone who wanna talk on msn just add me. \Adam > > Welcome Adam! Would you like to share and tell us about yourself? Hope you enjoy this group. > Peace, > Beth > hey everyone > > > Im Adam ,and im new here. Just thought iwould say hi to y all. How is > everybody? > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 Hey Tammia Oh,feels nice to not beeing the only newbee around here:) Im also fine ,thanks for asking. Im just a bit bored at the moment. Soo...who r u? > > > > Im Adam ,and im new here. Just thought iwould say hi to y all. How is > > everybody? > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 well..I have SMA Type II also..I'm not in shcool right at the moment but planning on going in the future..I would like to major in Speech pathology and would like to work with children..umm dunno whatelse to tell u, but I saw ur pro and I noticed u have a myspace=) > > > > > > Im Adam ,and im new here. Just thought iwould say hi to y all. How > is > > > everybody? > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2006 Report Share Posted November 8, 2006 Ahh,cool,Speech pathology sounds nice:) Absolutely,i have a myspace,do u als have one? in that case, do a friend request if u wanna:) > > > > > > > > Im Adam ,and im new here. Just thought iwould say hi to y all. > How > > is > > > > everybody? > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 7, 2007 Report Share Posted December 7, 2007 Sharon, I live in Canyon Country but I work in Granada Hills. My friend and I are being banded on 12/29! We could easily meet up somewhere in the Valley! It would awesome to have that one on one support! Good Luck on the 21st! HeidiCheck out AOL Money Finance's list of the hottest products and top money wasters of 2007. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 7, 2007 Report Share Posted December 7, 2007 Holden, I'm in! I would love to participate in a local support group. I'm assuming you're near downtown L.A. I'm in Sherman Oaks. I'm getting banded Dec 21. I'm also in school right now, and it's been very difficult concentrating on healthy eating when you are working full time and going to school. But I think support groups are really helpful. Sharon > > > I think it is time for me to go to a local live support group because > I need to get on track and do everything right with the band, since i > spent my savings on the procedure. > > Email me personally (hslusher@...) if you have any comments for me, > > Thank you for your time, > > Hope all is well, > > Holden (DOB May 17, 2007) (281/245/195) > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 7, 2007 Report Share Posted December 7, 2007 In a message dated 12/7/2007 1:31:36 PM Pacific Standard Time, HeidiMatt@... writes: I live in Canyon Country but I work in Granada Hills. My friend and I are being banded on 12/29! We could easily meet up somewhere in the Valley! It would awesome to have that one on one support! Good Luck on the 21st! Hey Sharon, I'm Trish and I'm Heidi's friend, co-worker and fellow band-mate! (Fun was explaining to our bosses that we both would be gone from work over New Years - yippee!) Let us know how you do on the 21st - we'll be thinking of you TrishCheck out AOL Money Finance's list of the hottest products and top money wasters of 2007. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 31, 2008 Report Share Posted March 31, 2008 No argument from me about docs in general. I do wonder why you are opposed to doing the endoscopy in an outpatient hospital setting. I would much prefer the proximity to a hospital operating room, in case anything went wrong, whenever someone is sticking a tube down my damaged E! If you think the doc's not that good in the first place, why not have someone else, preferably a better GI doc or a surgeon, do the exam? Best wishes with everything. Dan > > Well I went in this morning for an endoscopy to see if they could figure out > why I have pain where my gall bladder was.well the doctor down here is a > (excuse me I'm really frustrated) dick. Tries to talk to me like I don't > understand anything..then refuses to do the procedure because he didn't feel > that he could get me relaxed enough in the twilight stage. So now he wants > me to go to the hospital and have it done out patient style.what a freaking > dork.I'm so mad!!!!! Ok done venting talk to you all later. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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