Category Archives: Health
Tramp Stamps
Now, I like a tramp stamp as much as the next guy – ie: not much at all. But does god really want his wisdom written next to your ass? I don’t think so at all…
Scars improve a man
Great Facebook dialogues of our times: Alison Roper: You’ve looked better ! Stuart Austin: Never looked deader though Alison Roper: That’s scary – you OK now ? X Stuart Austin: Much, much better thanks! Though I do now have a … Continue reading
Not looking too good after the operation
I don’t know if that is a smile or a grimace, but the bucket below was there to catch my lunch!
Drink water lose weight
An interesting study from the US is detailed on the BBC Website today: Scientists from Virginia found that slimmers can lose an average of 5lb extra if they drink two glasses of water three times a day before meals.
New drugs for post-operative pain relief
Yesterday, after becoming increasingly nauseous on Tramadol I called my doctor to see if I could try anything different. She said she would leave a prescription with reception. I picked it up and found it to be for more Tramadol! … Continue reading
Cannabis for post-operative pain relief
I am really struggling a little with the post-operative pain. I was prescribed Tramadol, which is not a huge help and leaves me feeling quite nauseous. So I asked the doctor for something different which might reduce both the pain … Continue reading
Wound update
I had my metal sutures out today. It was completely painless and has left a rather sexy scar!
Metal staples as sutures
I quite like my metal staples. I have seven of them holding my wound shut and I enjoy the post-industrial ethos! However a study published on bmj.com concludes that using metal staples to close wounds after surgery can lead to … Continue reading
Stitches
I think I will need to invest in some polo neck sweaters…
Neurosurgery
Hospital Sunday I arrived and checked in at 1400 as requested but was told that the only reason for checking in on a Sunday was to guarantee a bed. It also seems a little unnecessary, as the operation is not … Continue reading
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