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desiretoheal
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ughhh..new doctor today
#11104026 - 09/21/09 11:34 PM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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So today I was set up with a primary doctor(my first in 3 years since being off my mothers insurance), and it was a tad bit troubling. She asks me about my drug usage history and I mention "Psilocybin mushrooms" and she looks a little dumbfounded and asks what that was. I told her they also can be referred to as "shrooms" streetwise and says to me, "I heard of shrooms but what are psilocybin mushrooms?". I guess I kinda figured doctors would have a little mandatory education on this matter. She also suggests to me that although marijuana is natural, it is UNNATURAL to inhale any smoke into my lungs, and tells me that I should consider kicking the habit(I haven't had a puff in over a month). She then asks me if I want a H1N1 vaccine. I instantly say no and she made this weird body gesture as if I was silly for rejecting it so quickly.
I just hope she is a decent doctor.
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You should tell her H1N1 vaccine is unnatural.
But yeah personally I don't trust most doctors. Even though my mom is one.
What do you need a doctor for anyway? Do you need heart surgery?
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shes' right about the smoking
it's not good to inhale but it's an effective delivery method
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Lighting anything on fire and inhaling the smoke isn't a good idea.
Why would you tell her you use mushrooms?
Is that in any way relevant?
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If you had just said 'magic mushrooms', she would at least have had a clue. Btw mtt is right, how's it relevant anyway?
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She then asks me if I want a H1N1 vaccine. I instantly say no and she made this weird body gesture as if I was silly for rejecting it so quickly.
She's entitled to her opinion, as are you. Out of pure interest: why didn't you want the vaccine?
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: Greendreams]
#11105741 - 09/22/09 10:24 AM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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Doctors are definitely not to be trusted. They can be a good resource at times, but fact-checking anything they tell you is necessary.
If you're talking to a psychologist/psychotherapist, mentioning mushrooms is perfectly reasonable (and if they're close-minded on the subject, find a new one), but that's not something a general practitioner has any need to know.
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: koraks]
#11105752 - 09/22/09 10:26 AM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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its relevant because I have anxiety/stress issues..and fuck the vaccine! in no way do I intend on giving myself a dose of the swine flu virus especially when it is mixed in with mercury and other shit. More deaths were reported due to taking the vaccine and people have also reported becoming autistic months after getting the vaccine. My chances of surviving the flu naturally are pretty high. It's probably only a safer idea to get the vaccine if you are a small child or elderly.
I know inhaling smoke isn't natural but it is far safer IMO than breathing the air from living in this trashy polluted city. I stopped smoking for anxiety issues, but I will give it another whack someday.
I went to the doc because when I went to the ER from that panic attack, I had some chest x-rays done and a small blotch was found in or near my trachea. I had a scan and ultrasound done and there was indeed a little growth(I was scared it was a tumor, which sent my anxiety through the roof!). The ultrasound shows that it seems to be a bit of calcification on my lymph nodes and thyroid(not large enough for a biopsy). No diagnosis was set, so I need to monitor it. I went early this morning to get some blood work done to check my cholesterol and thyroid function. I am doing my best to stay optimistic. I also have been having bowel problems with random pains and trouble digesting properly. it feels like its getting better but still something I remain a bit concerned about.
this has been a very strange/frustrating 2 months for me.
-------------------- If there were no rewards to reap,No loving embrace to see me through
This tedious path I've chosen here,I certainly would've walked away by now.
Gonna wait it out.
If there were no desire to heal The damaged and broken met along
This tedious path I've chosen hereI certainly would've walked away by now.
And I still may ... (sigh) ... I still may.Be patient.
I must keep reminding myself of this.
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desiretoheal said: its relevant because I have anxiety/stress issues..and fuck the vaccine! in no way do I intend on giving myself a dose of the swine flu virus especially when it is mixed in with mercury and other shit. More deaths were reported due to taking the vaccine and people have also reported becoming autistic months after getting the vaccine. My chances of surviving the flu naturally are pretty high. It's probably only a safer idea to get the vaccine if you are a small child or elderly.
I know inhaling smoke isn't natural but it is far safer IMO than breathing the air from living in this trashy polluted city. I stopped smoking for anxiety issues, but I will give it another whack someday.
I went to the doc because when I went to the ER from that panic attack, I had some chest x-rays done and a small blotch was found in or near my trachea. I had a scan and ultrasound done and there was indeed a little growth(I was scared it was a tumor, which sent my anxiety through the roof!). The ultrasound shows that it seems to be a bit of calcification on my lymph nodes and thyroid(not large enough for a biopsy). No diagnosis was set, so I need to monitor it. I went early this morning to get some blood work done to check my cholesterol and thyroid function. I am doing my best to stay optimistic. I also have been having bowel problems with random pains and trouble digesting properly. it feels like its getting better but still something I remain a bit concerned about.
this has been a very strange/frustrating 2 months for me.
Are you meditating? I thought a few months back that my smoking days were over. All weed would do was send me into a panic attack. After mediating for a bit and getting my anxiety down after about 7 months I am finally almost back to smoking weed like I once was. Weed is giving you anxiety because you already have it. Its bringing up issues you already have. Weed is NOT the issue.
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: Rocker232]
#11105797 - 09/22/09 10:36 AM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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i am aware that weed is not the issue. it certainly will make episodes reoccur so I am putting down the pipe for a bit until I can collect myself in my sober state. I meditate once in a while and I should probably do it much more often. weed and shrooms have definitely opened up many doors for me, showing good and evil. I just need to find my balance before I wander off into another journey.
-------------------- If there were no rewards to reap,No loving embrace to see me through
This tedious path I've chosen here,I certainly would've walked away by now.
Gonna wait it out.
If there were no desire to heal The damaged and broken met along
This tedious path I've chosen hereI certainly would've walked away by now.
And I still may ... (sigh) ... I still may.Be patient.
I must keep reminding myself of this.
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I know you have anxiety issues but not wanting to take the flu vaccine for the reasons you stated is flat out wrong and silly.
NO ONE has reported becoming autistic from flu vaccine.
AND while Jenny McCarthy may tell you otherwise there is ZERO proven link or even correlation between the rise of autism in the last 10 years and the use of Thimerosal since the 1930's. Plus the H1NI vaccine will be available in the nasal mist which NOT contain Thimerosal and in single dose packaging which will not contain Thimerosal - you could request either one of those if HUNDREDS of MILLIONS of safely administered vaccinations where not enough to convince you.
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: Radar]
#11106026 - 09/22/09 11:30 AM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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well whats a good reason as to why I should get the vaccine? The chances of surviving it seem fairly high from what I am told. I just don't see the need to put something into my body like that at this age. Have you gotten the vaccine?
-------------------- If there were no rewards to reap,No loving embrace to see me through
This tedious path I've chosen here,I certainly would've walked away by now.
Gonna wait it out.
If there were no desire to heal The damaged and broken met along
This tedious path I've chosen hereI certainly would've walked away by now.
And I still may ... (sigh) ... I still may.Be patient.
I must keep reminding myself of this.
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I just got a regular flu shot 2 weeks ago - waiting for the swine flu to be available....got all my kids done as well. And i do it just b/c getting that suck absolutely SUCKS...REALLY sucks and is avoidable.
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: Radar]
#11106201 - 09/22/09 12:05 PM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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be sure it's something you want to do. I am pro-choice, but giving myself the flu is not on my to-do list. I am positive the vaccine has done harm..especially seeing that it hasn't been fully tested. There are reports of death, autism, and more problems. Apparently there were billions of dollars worth of lawsuits after the scare in 1976 due to complications from the swine flu vaccine. I just personally don't think this is something to jump on before reassuring yourself. Where did you get info out of curiosity? I am not stating that I know more than you on this subject, I am only stating that there are reports of the vaccine doing more harm than good.
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/uk/health/Swine_flu/article6797993.ece
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1206807/Swine-flu-jab-link-killer-nerve-disease-Leaked-letter-reveals-concern-neurologists-25-deaths-America.html
-------------------- If there were no rewards to reap,No loving embrace to see me through
This tedious path I've chosen here,I certainly would've walked away by now.
Gonna wait it out.
If there were no desire to heal The damaged and broken met along
This tedious path I've chosen hereI certainly would've walked away by now.
And I still may ... (sigh) ... I still may.Be patient.
I must keep reminding myself of this.
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: Radar]
#11106219 - 09/22/09 12:08 PM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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desiretoheal said: I also have been having bowel problems with random pains and trouble digesting properly. it feels like its getting better but still something I remain a bit concerned about.
High levels of stress/anxiety does affect the digestive system
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Radar said: I just got a regular flu shot 2 weeks ago - waiting for the swine flu to be available....got all my kids done as well. And i do it just b/c getting that suck absolutely SUCKS...REALLY sucks and is avoidable.
I firmly believe that the flu vaccine does little to help your immune system in the long run.
I'm 42 years old and have never had a flu vaccine and I've never had the flu
coincident
I think not
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: niteowl]
#11106245 - 09/22/09 12:12 PM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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i noticed during my first panic attack episode that my stomach was chuuurnig like hell. thats when this all kind of started. The doc has me on an all vegetarian diet(which I dont mind much) for a month and will see my progress. I heard enimas can be orgasmic
-------------------- If there were no rewards to reap,No loving embrace to see me through
This tedious path I've chosen here,I certainly would've walked away by now.
Gonna wait it out.
If there were no desire to heal The damaged and broken met along
This tedious path I've chosen hereI certainly would've walked away by now.
And I still may ... (sigh) ... I still may.Be patient.
I must keep reminding myself of this.
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If you go from a regular diet to an all vegan diet your guts will not like you for it
you should gradually increase the fiber in your diet and start meditating at least 3 times a week (if not daily)
I can promise you from my own experiences that you will see significant improvements in your digestive system and your anxiety within a month, with no medications if you do these two simple things
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: niteowl]
#11106447 - 09/22/09 12:49 PM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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thanks for the advice. I will try this out
-------------------- If there were no rewards to reap,No loving embrace to see me through
This tedious path I've chosen here,I certainly would've walked away by now.
Gonna wait it out.
If there were no desire to heal The damaged and broken met along
This tedious path I've chosen hereI certainly would've walked away by now.
And I still may ... (sigh) ... I still may.Be patient.
I must keep reminding myself of this.
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Sound advice from niteowl.Quote:
desiretoheal said: well whats a good reason as to why I should get the vaccine?
That depends a bit on your personal situation. For example, if you suffer from lung ailments, it is recommended to at least remain very alert and some authorities recommend vaccinating to build up resistance to this particular flu strain to limit the symptoms in case you contract mexiflu. This advice in general also goes for elderly people and individuals with reduced immune system functionality.
However, it must be noted that the mexiflu may cause cytokine storms; essentially an overreaction of the immune system. This may lead to excessive phlegm buildup in the lungs and thereby cause severe secondary infections, resulting in pneumonia. In particular, this tends to happen in individuals with a healthy immune system. Hence, the mexiflu is expected to cause not only the 'expected' deaths among infants and the elderly, but also (or even: especially) in healthy individuals in the range of 20-40 years of age.
To what extent this expectation is met by the current deaths, I don't know. I only know of a handful cases in my country and they appear for the most part to fall in the regular categories of inherently weakened individuals. However, information provided on the prior health status of mexiflu victims is mostly kept secret here.
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The chances of surviving it seem fairly high from what I am told. I just don't see the need to put something into my body like that at this age. Have you gotten the vaccine?
I have not yet received a vaccine for the mexiflu. I have had several, yearly flu shots. Symptoms were essentially negligible. I do tend to have a swollen upper arm for a day or so, the day after I receive the shot. This is a normal response of the immune system to the neutralized virus that is injected. Note that flu virus used in vaccins is neutralized by heating it, effectively killing it. Its structure remains recognizable due to the immune system though, which can in turn prepare a defense for the next infection.
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Re: ughhh..new doctor today [Re: koraks]
#11106593 - 09/22/09 01:15 PM (13 years, 8 months ago) |
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Also, to the best of my knowledge, the flu vaccine is cultivated on regular chicken eggs. I don't know where any significant concentrations of mercury in the vaccine could come from. I remain open for any reliable information on this issue.
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