dia_shewolf wrote: »

eku0 wrote: »

Good morning.
Kel, glad you're back, but yikes! That's a lot of poison ivy! Did doc recommend any creams/lotions/Aveeno oatmeal bath? Are you using Benedryl lotion or calamine? They're usually pretty good for the itches as long as you keep putting more on. Hope you feel better soon. Hugs to you...avoiding the itchy spots!

yup have creams too, one prescription steroid, one otc cortizone and then the benedryl lotions. my son just picked up some Ivarest for me which is supposed to be really good for this stuff too. i think i'm finally starting to see a vague glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel... slightly less munching of benedryl pills and less itching, just still plenty of burning lol

have some new spots cropping up... i'm hoping these are the last spots. thankfully these ones don't appear to be blistering as well, just the nasty itchy burning red rash.

glad to hear everyone is recouping from their surgeries hopefully i'll be able to get back on track starting this weekend. just hurt too damn much to try to plan and cook right now since there aren't many of the foods i like (and are filling enough) without some extra cooking

lots of huggs

~kel

Hi Kel
I feel for You
I was helping my Brother, he was spreading fertilizer and I was water it in.

When we Came back inside, my lower legs started itching like crazy. I suspect some dust from the Fertilizer must have got on them. I rushed into the Bathroom and washed them like there was no tomorrow. They still itch this morning but Bearable now overall after the nights sleep.

Good Luck
Roger

eku0 wrote: »

Good morning.
Overcast today. Nothing planned, just going to keep my foot up for a while.
Have a happy day.

Hi

I am trying something new Out to see if the replies are easier to spot that way. Not to mention just for the heck of it

FeedBack Please

Overcast here too, I got spritzed on walking back home right after I left the produce store

Cheers
Roger

Hi all

Yes, E, I agree. We are all recovering from something.

Take care everyone and feel better.

Hi

If You quote this message You will see the link I used after I added it to one message. Rather than add it each time I saved the line in a simple text file and then copy and paste it here. That keeps us from cluttering the MFP storage with the same image over and over again.

Cheers
Roger

Lynmar101 wrote: »

Hi all
My doctor said my problem was a reaction to the betadine. When he took the bandage off half my foot was dark red. He put my foot in the whirlpool today and then compression wrapped it. He said can take it off when I shower. They said everyone recovers at a different rate but whirlpools will probably be a couple times a week for a while.

ouchies Lynmar - hopefully now that the problem is identified you'll start making better progress fingers crossed for you. i know when i had a cyst removed from my foot that was one of the worst... totally not coordinated here and was on crutches lol

Roger - hope you're continuing to improve and the itchies are getting less i don't mind sprinkles when i walk it's the torrential down pours we get here that kill me lol. normally it waits until i'm leaving work and the bottom falls out. then i look like a drowned rat

E -hope you've been getting some rest in and the foot is continuing to improve

still making progress here, arms are slightly less fire engine red lol. went in to work today and boss sent me home about 3 since i was in pain lol. try again tomorrow thankfully she's being extremely understanding and i can work from home. it's been a godsend this past week

have a great Friday everyone!!!!

~kel

Hi LynMar
I always though of Betadine as a safe item...

Good Luck with the foot
Roger

dia_shewolf wrote: »

Lynmar101 wrote: »

Hi all
My doctor said my problem was a reaction to the betadine. When he took the bandage off half my foot was dark red. He put my foot in the whirlpool today and then compression wrapped it. He said can take it off when I shower. They said everyone recovers at a different rate but whirlpools will probably be a couple times a week for a while.

ouchies Lynmar - hopefully now that the problem is identified you'll start making better progress fingers crossed for you. i know when i had a cyst removed from my foot that was one of the worst... totally not coordinated here and was on crutches lol

Roger - hope you're continuing to improve and the itchies are getting less i don't mind sprinkles when i walk it's the torrential down pours we get here that kill me lol. normally it waits until i'm leaving work and the bottom falls out. then i look like a drowned rat

E -hope you've been getting some rest in and the foot is continuing to improve

still making progress here, arms are slightly less fire engine red lol. went in to work today and boss sent me home about 3 since i was in pain lol. try again tomorrow thankfully she's being extremely understanding and i can work from home. it's been a godsend this past week

have a great Friday everyone!!!!

~kel

Hi Kel
The Itchies keep lessening, But still there to a certain extent.

If I know there is a possibility of rain I take my Frogg Toggs Jacket and a Small umbrella that fits in the pocket. If not then I just take the small umbrella as a just in case.

Cheers
Roger

eku0 wrote: »

Good morning...
Looks like everyone is continuing to get better. Yay!
I think I'm healing right on schedule. I'm still keeping my foot up as much as possible, it seems to help. I expect to be much better by next week, when I go back to the doc.
It looks like a beautiful day out so far. Want to enjoy that!
Happy Friday , everyone!

Hi Vix
Good look with that foot, We do not appreciate them until they go KaFlooey (technical term)

I'm just waiting for the third thing to need money throw at it as bad things come in threes

1. Car Windows problem
2. Lawn Mower no start
3. Not known yet, but I feel it lurking out there waiting to pounce.

Have a Good Day
Roger

Hi all

Kel, thank you. They tried me on crutches when I first dislocated my toe back in October. After I got up on them and promptly almost fell - grabbed by dr so I wouldn't - they switched me to a walker.

E, rest is good for that foot. Get well soon.

Roger, betadine is a high allergy product. Other than that it is a safe product.

I had to take two benedryl last night. Dr. said I could start wearing my sneakers again if I could tolerate them but side of foot is bothering me a little so that's off for a few days.

I ordered NS Weekends On My Own, which is shipping now. The breakfasts I'll have for snacks and the lunches for supper so it should last a couple of months.

I hope everyone continues healing well. Have a good weekend.

eku0 wrote: »

Kaflooey/kerflooey is the technical term I usually use.
Maybe your itchies were one of the three bad things.
Sorry about the mechanical problems.
Have a good day, Roger.

Hi Vix
If the itchies are part of the three thing cluster then they were the first.
Cheers
Roger

Lynmar101 wrote: »

Hi all

Kel, thank you. They tried me on crutches when I first dislocated my toe back in October. After I got up on them and promptly almost fell - grabbed by dr so I wouldn't - they switched me to a walker.

E, rest is good for that foot. Get well soon.

Roger, betadine is a high allergy product. Other than that it is a safe product.

I had to take two benedryl last night. Dr. said I could start wearing my sneakers again if I could tolerate them but side of foot is bothering me a little so that's off for a few days.

I ordered NS Weekends On My Own, which is shipping now. The breakfasts I'll have for snacks and the lunches for supper so it should last a couple of months.

I hope everyone continues healing well. Have a good weekend.

Hi LynMar
That shows what I know I thought Betadine was completely safe.
I tend to order extra A La Carte Shelf Stable to extend my orders at 50% of the display price they work out affordable. I opted for the All Frozen if I want plan so I use the A La Carte to get Shelf Stable foods.

Since You are doing Weekends On Your Own, Do Not forget to get the $59.99 $100 face value Gift cards from Costco before the 19th when The Sale ends.

Cheers
Roger

eku0 wrote: »

Good morning.
More rain overnight. Hubs mowed the lawn yesterday.
Lynmar, that would be great if you could wear sneakers! I am so looking forward to Wednesday and getting my bandage off...the only thing I can get on that foot is flipflops. Haha, and I was grateful for that! Didn't want to be stuck not going out.
I am looking forward to a wedding for one of my young friends next weekend. Haha...hopefully I can wear something nicer than flipflops!
Kel, I hope you get some good recovery time over the weekend.
Roger, hope all is well....no other 3rd thing!
Happy weekend everyone.

Hi Again
I always hated Flip Flops, Unlucky You that is all You can wear, But still better than being housebound.
Cheers
Roger

Hi all.

E, glad you're able to wear the flip flops. I hope you can wear dress shoes for the wedding. I haven't worn anything but sneakers since I first dislocated a different toe several years ago. I don't go anywhere fancier than the dr so no problem. I've worn a surgical shoe on my bad foot until I can switch to sneakers.

Roger, what is the all frozen plan? I probably wouldn't switch to it since I don't really like their frozen breakfasts except the cinnamon roll.
Thanks. Just got 3 Gift cards for next time I order.

Have a good day.

eku0 wrote: »

Roger, I know,right! I usually only wear flipflops on the beach, at a pool, or a public shower. But better than being cooped up!

Hi Vix
As You say better than staying home all day, every day
Roger

Lynmar101 wrote: »

Hi all.

E, glad you're able to wear the flip flops. I hope you can wear dress shoes for the wedding. I haven't worn anything but sneakers since I first dislocated a different toe several years ago. I don't go anywhere fancier than the dr so no problem. I've worn a surgical shoe on my bad foot until I can switch to sneakers.

Roger, what is the all frozen plan? I probably wouldn't switch to it since I don't really like their frozen breakfasts except the cinnamon roll.
Thanks. Just got 3 Gift cards for next time I order.

Have a good day.

Hi LynMar
It is the Nutrisystem Uniquely Yours plan, this one is the most expensive plan they offer. You can order all frozen foods for the month or any mix of frozen and Shelf Stable. It is where I converted to from the 10 frozen and 18 shelf stable plan for my Auto Delivery orders.

For some things I order 28 frozen. 28 Frozen Dinner, Lunches and breakfasts and 1/2 the Desserts. I like the Frozen Cinnamon Roll, So Good and so much larger, softer and Tastier than the Shelf Stable Cinnamon Bun. OTOH I have seen recipes I can post to use the Cinnamon Roll as the base of a bread Pudding and the Pancake mix has so many tasty looking recipes for many types of foods too. I also Like the Waffles, Pancakes and French Toast and now and then the Omelet.

I figure why give NS more than You have to for the order by paying full price if You can save 40%

Cheers
Roger

eku0 wrote: »

Good morning!
Lynmar, hope you're feeling better and that foot heals up quickly.
I'd like to wear dress shoes but I'm ok with whatever shoes I have to wear. I'll only know people I used to work with there, and I'm way beyond trying to look perfect! Haha. I just hope I'll be able to dance a little. Love to dance at weddings.
Roger, are your itchies gone yet?
Kel, hope you're feeling better, hope you got lots of rest this weekend. Hugs!
Happy Sunday, everyone.

Hi Again
Yup the itchies finally subsided, yea!

Have a Good Day
Roger

Hi all

Hi E!

Rroger you're welcome.
thank you for the explanation. Yes, that makes sense. I don't get free delivery but shouldn't be much difference if I just pick up a few items.
NS is the only diet I've ever been on. Before I could eat almost anyone under the table - including guys. When my metabolism changed it changed radically. I've always had to avoid sugar because I'm hypoglycemic but ate *lots* of food.

Went to my foot Dr today. He used a tens unit on my foot. I can switch to sneakers. Don't have to go back until the first of next months.

Have a good day.

Hi, I was Redwulf back on the NS discussion boards but I do not know if I have a name here yet.

Found you guys again! Glad to see you. I hate getting used to a new discussion board, because I have not used that many, but I will be able to figure it out. I used to be a computer tech, but that was a while ago so specific skills are rusty, but the whole technique of wrestling with technology that you are not familiar with has not actually changed that much from when I started in the 1960s would you believe? I started with paper tape to input stuff to the computer and then switched to punched cards long before there was any way to type things directly in to the computer. Computers that do not do any more than your laptop took up a big room, and some were even water cooled to keep them from overheating. Boy that makes me feel ancient remembering those days, but at least I was still in high school back then, not a grown up at that point. I have shrunk another inch from my arthritis apparently. I am working on some exercises to try to stretch and straighten myself and get it back. Some days are better than others, but I am now about 5' 2" and I used to be 5' 4". I turned 64 years old last month, which is too young to be shrinking already. My physical therapy has helped with my walking some.

Good to see you guys again.

I guess NS sort of compromised on the old discussion boards. You can still read what we wrote before, which is how I found you guys again, but you cannot post there. A lot better than making them go away all together, at least so far. There was a lot of good history there.