voyager Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 Neither of us had a reaction to either of the current shingles vacs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieL Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 1 hour ago, MitchW said: I'm working myself up to this series (I had the old shingles vax a while ago, but know I should get this one). For me, the 2nd shingles vax was a doozy. I got very dizzy and nearly fainted when I was in my bathroom, so thank goodness I didn't hit my head on anything. N got worried and insisted I go to the ER. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfrid Posted May 5 Share Posted May 5 Just over seven months since my last COVID. Haven't been thinking about it. Guess I should schedule. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloviatrix Posted May 5 Author Share Posted May 5 I found with the second shingles vax that I had an incredibly sore arm that lingered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
small h Posted May 6 Share Posted May 6 I got shingles #1 and flu at the same time, and obviously I almost died. Shingles #2 was easier, but I still got sick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
small h Posted May 6 Share Posted May 6 I think my iPhone has stopped updating due to oldness, 'cause I can't run the NYT app anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
small h Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 Aaaand I dropped it on the street and fully spider-webbed the screen. Fuck. I guess it really is time for a new one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evelyn Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 If you are waiting for the new phone due +/- early September, you might want to brave the hell of a visit to the Genius Bar. I had similar problems-including screen issues. For $279 + tax, I got mine repaired in less than 2 hours. If the new release isn’t all that’s expected, I will still come out even (or better) in September when they lower the prices again of the (by then) current latest iPhone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
small h Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 Thanks! I think I'm going to go even cheaper and slap a clear cover on the face. Let's see how long I can hold out with that stopgap solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloviatrix Posted May 7 Author Share Posted May 7 Spouse had to finally replace his phone yesterday. The thing died last week. He took it the genius bar where they [unsuccessfully] attempted to run a diagnostic on it. It was 4.5 years old. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splinky Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 3 hours ago, bloviatrix said: Spouse had to finally replace his phone yesterday. The thing died last week. He took it the genius bar where they [unsuccessfully] attempted to run a diagnostic on it. It was 4.5 years old. hope they offered him the warranty price replacement. they have total discretion to do that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
small h Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 3 hours ago, bloviatrix said: It was 4.5 years old. I think mine's about 6. A friend is giving me her old iPhone 7 - just have to find my SIM card tool to swap over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfrid Posted May 13 Share Posted May 13 An arthritis flare up so painful that I had to get up at 3am and dig out my stash of post-operative opioid painkillers. Effective, but now I am supposedly working with a head full of cotton wool. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfrid Posted May 14 Share Posted May 14 Physiotherapy for my shoulder tomorrow and will have to explain I have no idea how it’s feeling; I had to take so much medication for my ankle arthritis you could have cut my arm off and I would hardly have noticed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maison rustique Posted May 14 Share Posted May 14 For some reason, my OA is always worse in May. It is like May is arthritis month or something. It is an especially rainy May here so it is even worse than most years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfrid Posted May 14 Share Posted May 14 I've never really thought about time of year, but I have had three attacks this month, which is unusual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfrid Posted May 15 Share Posted May 15 I saw my physiotherapist today and she said she has so many clients coming in complaining about arthritis so whether it’s May or the weather… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voyager Posted May 17 Share Posted May 17 FWIW, and probably not much, but a month ago I had such shoulder pain that I couldn't raise my arms above my head, certainly not with any weight strain, like putting dishes away on higher shelves. Then UC rhumatologist who is treating the pseudo-gout in my hands changed my med to hydroxychloroquine. Within 2 weeks my hands were noticeably less affected, AND/BUT all shoulder pain was gone. Knee pain gone. GONE! Gremlins? the gods? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splinky Posted May 17 Share Posted May 17 2 hours ago, voyager said: FWIW, and probably not much, but a month ago I had such shoulder pain that I couldn't raise my arms above my head, certainly not with any weight strain, like putting dishes away on higher shelves. Then UC rhumatologist who is treating the pseudo-gout in my hands changed my med to hydroxychloroquine. Within 2 weeks my hands were noticeably less affected, AND/BUT all shoulder pain was gone. Knee pain gone. GONE! Gremlins? the gods? as a bonus you won't have to worry about malaria 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieL Posted May 17 Share Posted May 17 2 hours ago, splinky said: as a bonus you won't have to worry about malaria Maybe she needs to drink more G&Ts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StephanieL Posted May 17 Share Posted May 17 (edited) In making bublanina, a Czech fruit cake, I broke the cardinal rule of cake batters: do not overmix. It tastes OK, but it's a little tough and I could just kick myself. Edited May 17 by StephanieL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilfrid Posted May 17 Share Posted May 17 7 hours ago, voyager said: FWIW, and probably not much, but a month ago I had such shoulder pain that I couldn't raise my arms above my head, certainly not with any weight strain, like putting dishes away on higher shelves. Then UC rhumatologist who is treating the pseudo-gout in my hands changed my med to hydroxychloroquine. Within 2 weeks my hands were noticeably less affected, AND/BUT all shoulder pain was gone. Knee pain gone. GONE! Gremlins? the gods? Can I have some of any of the above. Actually 95% pain free today which I’ll take. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
voyager Posted May 18 Share Posted May 18 Sending one month supply via Gremlin Express. I am going to ask my rheumatologist at next appointment if these "cures"/improvements were indeed off label treatment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve R. Posted May 18 Share Posted May 18 It isnt unusual to prescribe these meds, but they may well be off label for non-malaria issues. Even the wikipedia-like web sites talk about their use for rheumatoid arthritis. Lots of potential side effects are noted, so be pretty open with him/her if you note any changes, especially vis a vis eyesight or agitation. Unfortunately for those of us with other arthritises (is that a word?), these meds dont work. Meanwhile, congratulations on finding something that works for you. Must feel great to be relieved of some annoying, painful symptoms. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maison rustique Posted May 18 Share Posted May 18 16 hours ago, StephanieL said: In making bublanina, a Czech fruit cake, I broke the cardinal rule of cake batters: do not overmix. It tastes OK, but it's a little tough and I could just kick myself. @StephanieL, I Googled and that cake looks great. Is yours a recipe you've made before? Willing to share? It sounds like a great summery dessert or snack cake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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