June 30, 2006
My Present Dermatologist
. . . is very cautious about prescribing medicated skin creams. I believe he's afraid I'll somehow manage to dry them out, create powdered versions, and snort 'em.
Next thing you know, I'd be a Diprolene 'ho, and it would be all his fault.
But, no: he's saving me from that sort of existence.
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You could introduce him to an interesting alternative take on "Physician, heal thy self."
He's just trying to make sure that the diseases that cause those nasty skin conditions don't develop an immunity to the medicines that work, thereby saving countless future generations from itching and/or scratching. Why not? That stupid, illogical explanation was used once again with antibiotics, when the AMA suggested trying 3 days of treatment, rather than the 7-10 day regime currently used. But, gee, oh-wise-and wonderful healers, won't that cause more bacteria to survive leading to more second- and third generations of bacteria that could develop resistance? Sure. Ignore the obvious. I swear. Pretty soon they'll be back to shaking rattles and chanting.
Posted by: Darrell at June 30, 2006 08:14 AM (XThVg)
Posted by: k at July 01, 2006 01:28 AM (Ffvoi)
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Yeah, that's what's going to happen, though I did finally get my diprolene--it was like pulling teeth.
Posted by: Attila Girl at July 01, 2006 06:51 AM (4IuF2)
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June 23, 2006
It's So Hot in SoCal.
And it will get worse before it gets better; summer is upon us.
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San Diego CA @ 10:50pm: 70 degrees fahrenheit.
That's the official temperature, which is only slightly more valid than the official temperature at Oceanside just up the coast.
Posted by: Alan Kellogg at June 24, 2006 09:55 PM (hY1v8)
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June 16, 2006
Ever Had This Happen?
You're just sort of going along, just about as depressed as usual—no more, no less—when you suddenly hit a genuine bump in the road and realize that
depression isn't so bad at all. As a matter of fact, it's downright tolerable.
Oh, well. I was on the Westside, and my mother made me a nice chicken salad. That's something.
Don't make me count the rest of my blessings; I'm not ready to quite yet.
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god almighty do i understand that feeling! i just HAD it! and there i was, wishing that *regular* depression was all I had!
no, i won't ask you to count more blessings. instead i want to ask what happened...if/when you're ready, let us know, ok?
we're here. you have ever so many people who will catch you, and very gladly.
Posted by: k at June 17, 2006 05:52 AM (wZLWV)
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June 11, 2006
Thirty Things About Me, 5
15. What's your favorite brand of clothing?
Old Navy, along with any other manufacturer that uses natural fibers. Cotton and silk for me, Baby.
16. Where would you like to retire?
Right here where I am in good old SoCal. Perhaps a bit closer to the beach.
17. Favorite time of the day?
Ask Eric Clapton.
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I wonder what it says that I knew instantly that "after midnight" was the answer, even though I had no idea whether that song was Eric Clapton or not (checked & verified via google)?
Posted by: Desert Cat at June 12, 2006 09:15 PM (xdX36)
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Well, you've been reading my blog for around three years, so you've probably sussed out the fact that I'm a night owl. From there, it's just a hop and a skip to "After Midnight."
What a great song. Though "Cocaine" is my favorite of his (and, no: I've got no affinity for the drug whatsoever). And the acoustic version of "Layla," of course.
Posted by: Attila Girl at June 12, 2006 09:43 PM (4IuF2)
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Sometimes when I ping the depths of my memory bank it's amazing what it turns out I knew.
How can a person know something without knowing they know it?
Posted by: Desert Cat at June 15, 2006 12:30 PM (B2X7i)
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Thirty Things About Me, 4
18. What was your most memorable birthday?
A tie between 17th (a beautiful clear glass tea set) and 18th (for ten minutes, my very own male harem). There was also a lovely Polish meal, circa 22nd or so. I've had some good times, 'cause I've always had good friends.
19. Where were you born?
Woodruff Community Hospital. My father worked there as a pharmacist at the time.
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June 09, 2006
If Drugs Are Like Gold and Jewels
. . . physicians are the dragons placed in front of the cave to guard them.
I went to the doctor today for a hydrocortisone shot and some prednisone, but was instead given more skin care advice—none of it too different from what I've been doing over the past three decades. The only real news is that diphenhydramine is not a form of diprolene, so I've been buying the wrong OTC shit. I'm mad at myself, because I'm a proofreader and fact-checker. No excuse.
If the holistic approach doesn't work, however, I will install myself in a tower with a long-range rifle and start shooting—just before I scratch the skin right off my body.
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EEEEEK! whatthe's been going on?!?
Posted by: k at June 10, 2006 04:45 AM (Ffvoi)
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Another "dr. do-little" I see! Lots of that in the news recently. So OTC cough medicines ONLY provide 60% relief? Isn't that better than NOTHING? And music might be ALMOST AS EFFECTIVE as certain pain killers so doctors should suggest that as the first course of treatment. Oh yeah? How about I introduce you, Doc, to my little buddy-- Louisville Slugger-- and see what YOU do first! And don't get me started about antibiotics! Drug-resistant bacteria are a good sign that you didn't KILL THEM ALL in the first place! No second or third generations to carry on if they're all dead! Go ahead and assume the normal course of treatment(4-7 days) without testing upon completion to make sure. And pass out antibiotics like candy in the Third World where they are sure to only see you once.
Oh, YOUR problem? (You never give us enough details to play doctor satisfactorily, by the way...) I've had good success with Neutrogena's "Soothing Relief Anti-Itch Moisturizer" combined with OTC hydrocortisone cream. Both are available at Walgreens. Try those.
There was a first version of this, LOST FOREVER, when your little system ATE IT!!! May it rest in pieces!
Posted by: Darrell at June 10, 2006 08:45 AM (dTJkH)
Posted by: Attila Girl at June 10, 2006 09:23 AM (4IuF2)
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Yuck.... hope you can get if figured out...or at least find an effective treatment.
Do they know what causes it, or is one of those things our beloved medical proffesion hasn't a clue about?
Posted by: Zendo Deb at June 10, 2006 06:32 PM (+gqOq)
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Have you tried tacrolimus ointment (Protopic*) or pimecrolimus cream (Elidel)? They are part of the new generation of immuno-modulators. I'd also go with oral prednisone(lo-dose during outbreaks) and plaquenil, just to let your immune system know who's boss!
And just in case, I recommend that someone with REAL money out there send LMA $2 million right away! If this is stress related, we have to get a handle on this right away...
Posted by: Darrell at June 10, 2006 07:58 PM (ZkS/8)
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atopic means genetically allergic. you're born with the antibodies to harmless things, you don't have to wait for an exposure to make your system create antibodies in its confusion.
but, *atopic* is used interchangeably with *allergic* sometimes.
dermatitis means a skin allergic or allergic-type reaction.
her doc is saying, Ya got a skin allergy.
Things can be stubborn as all get out.
can include stuff like eczema too.
pls xcuse useless spelling, hand in cast. i give up.
Posted by: k at June 10, 2006 07:58 PM (wZLWV)
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D-- I'm using Protopic on my neck and legs, and Clobex on my hands. It's getting better--slowly.
K-- I've also heard that there are "atopic" individuals who are prone to this. Supposedly they tend to be bright and a bit hyper. If I meet anyone like that, I'll let you know . . .
Posted by: Attila Girl at June 10, 2006 08:13 PM (4IuF2)
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hmmm...!!!
Posted by: k at June 11, 2006 03:15 PM (Ffvoi)
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June 03, 2006
Yes. Still Celebrating.
Last week I made the annual First Hamburgers of Summer to start grilling season and celebrate our anniversary. Tonight the husband took me out to an amazing restaurant.
We're running late this year: May is our month. Years ago we started dating at the beginning of the month, and we got married some years later over Memorial Day weekend. We celebrate the marriage, and our respective survival thereof.
I have work to do this weekend, but I believe I will get up early tomorrow and take care of it before church—because right now I'm enjoying the afterglow of venison and foie gras.
Lucky. That's me. Very lucky.
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June 01, 2006
Wow.
It's one of those times again: like the six-month period in which:
• we bought a house;
• three of our pine trees blew down in a windstorm;
• we went through a legal wrangle with our former landlady;
• I changed jobs at the Largish Publishing Company, jumping to an entirely new department featuring a different corporate culture;
• Attila the Hub won his first two Emmys;
• we got married.
I'm fastening my seat belt.
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Commenting has been difficult here lately, as I'm sure you know better than I do.
Been wondering, though - Whatzzup?
Posted by: k at June 06, 2006 06:22 PM (wZLWV)
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Attila Hub and I have both been juggling prospects like mad, and we each have the sense that something is about to "pop."
Meanwhile, I'm starting a class on crime-writing at the end of the month that will--I'm hoping--get me past the "finish line" on my mystery (hm; where did that metaphor come from?), and I just started my long-backburnered children's book.
We need a car, and have ourselves half-convinced that we'll win one at the church fundraiser this month.
And I'm confident that as soon as we're really busy--even busier than we are now--we'll start to get "shown" and find ourselves adoptive parents.
It's just in the air.
Posted by: Attila Girl at June 06, 2006 08:43 PM (4IuF2)
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