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Findingreason · Jul 03, 2019 at 07:44 AM

Oh come on. They found white crap in my throat at the health centre today. They think it may be strep. Gonna be tested tomorrow for that. Also looking at a possible migraine. This just doesn't end. x_x

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 07:44 AM

Idk maybe I'm just worried. Idk but I'm scared so...

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 07:53 AM

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Oh come on. They found white crap in my throat at the health centre today. They think it may be strep. Gonna be tested tomorrow for that. Also looking at a possible migraine. This just doesn't end. x_x

Geez. I'm sorry FR.

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 07:55 AM

I'm not gonna do that SteadyMD app thingy. It's just too much money. 90 dollars a month. I think I will just see a doctor in person.

childofchaos831 · Jul 03, 2019 at 07:56 AM

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Idk maybe I'm just worried. Idk but I'm scared so...

It's okay to have a healthy level of fear. Being prediabetic does lead to the possibility that you could have become fully diabetic by now. I was prediabetic for awhile and now my doc says I am diabetic type 2, but it's well controlled even without watching what I eat or exercising. I know later on, it will get worse, but right now, it is what it is.

Psoriasis or eczema is more likely, in my opinion. Both are easily treatable with creams and are really just not pretty to look at but not overall big time scary. I have eczema also and found a wonder cream at a health food co-op that I like better than what the doctor gave me.

If you are really scared about it, can you go to the doctor and have them look at it? They would know within 2 seconds probably what it is. My doctor, when I was having my first bad eczema breakout knew right away just looking at it. It would quiet the paranoid thoughts to know what the spots are instead of speculating.

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 07:59 AM

Ugh idk. What do u guys think?

Should I try that new approach to going to doctors and do SteadyMD? Supposedly you can video call, text, etc a doctor anytime u need. It's the same doctor. You pick one out. They can do labs for u too etc. Everything but an emergency. But u can send them emergency tests or labs or whatever to them. Its 90 a month.

I thought about doing it for my weight, to lose weight. The doctor I picked out is both a medical doctor with also holistic approaches. Shes an MD tho.

Or should I just see a doctor in person? Problem is, with Medicare I cant get just any doctor. Theres a limited selection. And also because itsMedicare, it would personally be subject to the doctor if they want to take me on or not.

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by childofchaos831

It's okay to have a healthy level of fear. Being prediabetic does lead to the possibility that you could have become fully diabetic by now. I was prediabetic for awhile and now my doc says I am diabetic type 2, but it's well controlled even without watching what I eat or exercising. I know later on, it will get worse, but right now, it is what it is.

Psoriasis or eczema is more likely, in my opinion. Both are easily treatable with creams and are really just not pretty to look at but not overall big time scary. I have eczema also and found a wonder cream at a health food co-op that I like better than what the doctor gave me.

If you are really scared about it, can you go to the doctor and have them look at it? They would know within 2 seconds probably what it is. My doctor, when I was having my first bad eczema breakout knew right away just looking at it. It would quiet the paranoid thoughts to know what the spots are instead of speculating.

Idk. I want to goto the doctor but I just dont have the money. I'm on disability. I'm never really gonna have the money to take care of myself. Being poor really is a double edged sword.

Blue_Bird · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:07 AM

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Ugh idk. What do u guys think?

Should I try that new approach to going to doctors and do SteadyMD? Supposedly you can video call, text, etc a doctor anytime u need. It's the same doctor. You pick one out. They can do labs for u too etc. Everything but an emergency. But u can send them emergency tests or labs or whatever to them. Its 90 a month.

I thought about doing it for my weight, to lose weight. The doctor I picked out is both a medical doctor with also holistic approaches. Shes an MD tho.

Or should I just see a doctor in person? Problem is, with Medicare I cant get just any doctor. Theres a limited selection. And also because itsMedicare, it would personally be subject to the doctor if they want to take me on or not.

I would just go to a doctor in person, it's a simple test to check if you're diabetic, I think any doctor can do it. I was concerned about it at one point when I was overweight so I just made an appointment and got a blood test done which showed I wasn't. Better to just get it done, if you don't have it it will be a relief and if your pre-diabetic or diabetic you'll at least know and can make changes and get on the meds.

Blue_Bird · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:09 AM

I have medicaid/SSI so it covers my doctor visits and meds. Not sure what you get with medicare, that's what you have right? Either way, it's important for your health. It would be good to get a physical in general if you haven't had one in some time

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:10 AM

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I would just go to a doctor in person, it's a simple test to check if you're diabetic, I think any doctor can do it. I was concerned about it at one point when I was overweight so I just made an appointment and got a blood test done which showed I wasn't. Better to just get it done, if you don't have it it will be a relief and if your pre-diabetic or diabetic you'll at least know and can make changes and get on the meds.

Yea I probably should just go in person. But I need someone to help me like, guide me, to eating better. I cant rely on my mom or sister anymore to teach me, because my mom just tells me to not eat a lot, and my sis says "just eat whole foods like vegetables", even tho they are super skinny and eat well and work out. I need a deeper understanding of how to eat better.

But I cant pay for a nutritionist or anything because my Medicare only covers those services if ur already diabetic, and I dont want to wait til I'm diabetic to start eating better.

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:13 AM

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I have medicaid/SSI so it covers my doctor visits and meds. Not sure what you get with medicare, that's what you have right? Either way, it's important for your health. It would be good to get a physical in general if you haven't had one in some time

With Medicare I still have to pay copays and anything else that they wont cover like certain lab tests. I got tested for diabetes once and i had to pay 1000 dollars for the tests. I spent all my savings on that test. Medicare only covers 80 percent, and that's only if labs or anything besides talking to a doctor is even covered by them.

Blue_Bird · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:17 AM

When I started changing my eating habits I started with small things at a time. Like one month I switched to 2% milk, then at some point fat free. Add some more vegetables and fruit over carbs and red meat, eat more fish and poultry, especially turkey. Maybe switch out one junk food item you generally eat during a week for example like a bag of chips for a piece of fruit and some kind of protein like walnuts. I know that's just a brief description but basically don't make sweeping changes at once and don't cut out all treats. It's okay to have some now and then, depriving yourself will generally backfire to overeating junkfood. There's not really bad food and good food most has a place it's just things need to be balanced and done in moderation. It took me a couple years to change my diet to fairly healthy. I used to eat chips and pastries and pizza, etc tons of it every day. Now I just have some once in awhile. It takes time and patience, weight takes time to come off as well.

childofchaos831 · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:19 AM

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Idk. I want to goto the doctor but I just dont have the money. I'm on disability. I'm never really gonna have the money to take care of myself. Being poor really is a double edged sword.

It definitely is

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:23 AM

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When I started changing my eating habits I started with small things at a time. Like one month I switched to 2% milk, then at some point fat free. Add some more vegetables and fruit over carbs and red meat, eat more fish and poultry, especially turkey. Maybe switch out one junk food item you generally eat during a week for example like a bag of chips for a piece of fruit and some kind of protein like walnuts. I know that's just a brief description but basically don't make sweeping changes at once and don't cut out all treats. It's okay to have some now and then, depriving yourself will generally backfire to overeating junkfood. There's not really bad food and good food most has a place it's just things need to be balanced and done in moderation. It took me a couple years to change my diet to fairly healthy. I used to eat chips and pastries and pizza, etc tons of it every day. Now I just have some once in awhile. It takes time and patience, weight takes time to come off as well.

Thanks. I need to cut out sugar and carbs.

I've been eating slightly healthier, but I got on a sandwich binge for a month or two where i was eating nothing but sandwiches for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I get on these binges where i crave things and it's all i eat.

Blue_Bird · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:24 AM

If you're not able to now it would be worth saving money for because over the long run health problems will end up costing you more the longer something goes on, for example untreated diabetes, not saying you have it it's just good to find out if you're concerned. or is there any way your dad could help you see a doctor and get tested? there are sliding scale clinics I think but I don't know much more about them

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:27 AM

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If you're not able to now it would be worth saving money for because over the long run health problems will end up costing you more the longer something goes on, for example untreated diabetes, not saying you have it it's just good to find out if you're concerned. or is there any way your dad could help you see a doctor and get tested? there are sliding scale clinics I think but I don't know much more about them

I could ask my dad. But probably not. I could ask my mom too but it would backfire because I know she would say for me just to eat healthier by myself.

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:27 AM

Yes seems like my parents dont want to help me anymore especially my mom, since I have exhausted everyone.

falcon09 · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:45 AM

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Morning y'all. I only got about 3 hrs of sleep... I'm exhausted, and I start PHP this morning...

I'm in PHP too, it's not too bad. I enjoy it, even if it is exhausting.

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 08:55 AM

Fck it. Ima buy a new tank online. I can't keep smoking these cigarettes. Waste of money.

newtus · Jul 03, 2019 at 09:09 AM

Nm I dont think I can afford it

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Findingreason Resident Queer Girl Chat Moderator Member Since Dec 2016 Location: Finland Posts: 3,190 7 4,864 hugs given	Jul 03, 2019 at 07:44 AM #41 Oh come on. They found white crap in my throat at the health centre today. They think it may be strep. Gonna be tested tomorrow for that. Also looking at a possible migraine. This just doesn't end. x_x
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newtus The Dopamine Flux Member Since Jun 2010 Location: Ardenweald Posts: 43,644 (SuperPoster!) 13 867 hugs given	Jul 03, 2019 at 07:55 AM #44 I'm not gonna do that SteadyMD app thingy. It's just too much money. 90 dollars a month. I think I will just see a doctor in person. __________________ "We're all born to broken people on their most honest day of living" The Dopamine Flux www.thedopamineflux.com Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MozePrayIII
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newtus The Dopamine Flux Member Since Jun 2010 Location: Ardenweald Posts: 43,644 (SuperPoster!) 13 867 hugs given	Jul 03, 2019 at 08:27 AM #57 Yes seems like my parents dont want to help me anymore especially my mom, since I have exhausted everyone. __________________ "We're all born to broken people on their most honest day of living" The Dopamine Flux www.thedopamineflux.com Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MozePrayIII
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newtus The Dopamine Flux Member Since Jun 2010 Location: Ardenweald Posts: 43,644 (SuperPoster!) 13 867 hugs given	Jul 03, 2019 at 08:55 AM #59 Fck it. Ima buy a new tank online. I can't keep smoking these cigarettes. Waste of money. __________________ "We're all born to broken people on their most honest day of living" The Dopamine Flux www.thedopamineflux.com Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MozePrayIII
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newtus The Dopamine Flux Member Since Jun 2010 Location: Ardenweald Posts: 43,644 (SuperPoster!) 13 867 hugs given	Jul 03, 2019 at 09:09 AM #60 Nm I dont think I can afford it __________________ "We're all born to broken people on their most honest day of living" The Dopamine Flux www.thedopamineflux.com Youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/MozePrayIII
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