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minnetar -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:14:44 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Level quote: ORIGINAL: AAkasha I'm curious how many people see a dentist twice a year and a doctor once a year for an exam. If you don't, why not? Do you get a blood test for yourself and partners before sexual activity to check for STDs? Ladies, have you gotten your pelvic exams and mammograms? Akasha I went to the dentist this morning, no cavities, got a good cleaning, which I do 2 or 3 times a year. I now go to the doctor/s on a regular basis, I'll be seeing an oncologist tomorrow. Oy. Level are you okay? Just concerned about you going to the oncologist. minnetar

minnetar -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:18:23 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: pahunkboy i sorta gave up on the dentist thing. but on the other i take very good care of myself. most people will die of a heart attack- [tho] i become "done" with endless tests my one dr does. once im on a regiemnt- i should need a battery of tests every time. so- im puting some space there for a while. when you are truly sick- you dont want to spend time on ekg, and the battery of tests----------- which frankly im surprised insurance pays for- done as often as she does... pahunk, Heart disease runs in my family. my big brother had a heart attack and double bypass at 37 and my dad has had 2 bypasses with his first one at 60. i had my quintuple bypass last july. Make sure you notice the warning signs and definitely get cholesterol checked so you know your hdl and ldl. minnetar

Level -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:27:41 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: velvetears quote: ORIGINAL: Level I went to the dentist this morning, no cavities, got a good cleaning, which I do 2 or 3 times a year. I now go to the doctor/s on a regular basis, I'll be seeing an oncologist tomorrow. Oy. Good luck with that Level, i hope you come away with a clean bill of health. i get regualr check ups, yearly mamo's (and no they aren't that bad, a bit of discomfort and i am a large chested woman with more than enough to fit into the machine. i get yearly paps, and only std checks if i have a partner and it becomes an issue. The dentist [&:] No - i am rather phobic about them - had a root canal once, because i was pregnant they could not give me ANT anesthia - i am not anxious to go back - i take good care of my teeth, but i do need to go - i am trying to find one that will give me conscious seation but that costs extra and i just cannot afford it righ tnow. Just hearing the term "root canal" makes me wanna scream lol. Not a pleasant experience. And thank you for the well wishes, velvet, very much.

Level -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:31:27 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: minnetar quote: ORIGINAL: Level quote: ORIGINAL: AAkasha I'm curious how many people see a dentist twice a year and a doctor once a year for an exam. If you don't, why not? Do you get a blood test for yourself and partners before sexual activity to check for STDs? Ladies, have you gotten your pelvic exams and mammograms? Akasha I went to the dentist this morning, no cavities, got a good cleaning, which I do 2 or 3 times a year. I now go to the doctor/s on a regular basis, I'll be seeing an oncologist tomorrow. Oy. Level are you okay? Just concerned about you going to the oncologist. minnetar I don't know. This is my third visit, and hopefully last, initially I went due to a low red blood cell count, but it went back up to almost normal. I'm afraid it may be my kidneys that's doing it, I have several early warning signs of problems there. I'm doing all I can, and trusting in my efforts, and God's help, to get through.

minnetar -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:35:44 PM)
Level please let me know how things go because i am concerned. If you need to talk, i am here. minnetar

Level -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:42:41 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: minnetar Level please let me know how things go because i am concerned. If you need to talk, i am here. minnetar I appreciate that, minnetar. [:)] I'll let you know how things go.

popeye1250 -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:44:18 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: AAkasha I'm curious how many people see a dentist twice a year and a doctor once a year for an exam. If you don't, why not? Do you get a blood test for yourself and partners before sexual activity to check for STDs? Ladies, have you gotten your pelvic exams and mammograms? Akasha I see a Dentist once or twice a year and my Doctor 2-3 times a year both at the V.A. And they take a lot of blood, 3-4 vials each time to test. I guess I don't have anything because they always tell me everything looks good except for a bit of high cholesterol.

minnetar -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:49:12 PM)
popeye, If they say You have high cholesterol, then You need to find out which levels are high - hdl, ldl or triglycerides and work on that. It is much easier to try and make some changes to Your diet and exercise rather than going on cholesterol lowering medication. minnnetar (thinking my dad the physician is saying when did she get a license to practice medicine)

maybemaybenot -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:51:47 PM)
Dentist- 4 times a year for cleanings. I have a bit of an obsession about teeth. Physical every two years, Pap smear and GYN visit every year. Mammogram every two years. Nephrologist every 6 months, hence the Physical every two years. Many of my medical needs are taken care of by my Nephrologist. Blood tests for STDs if I have a new partner. And I turn 50 this year, so I will be having the dreaded colonoscopy. mbmbn

GoddessDustyGold -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 4:55:00 PM)
For the dental, it is no longer necessary for Me, since I had a serious health issue which was resolved several years ago with the removal of My teeth. I now wear the most beautiful dentures! Smile I don't recommend it, but for Me it was a necessity, and I am glad it was available to Me. Yes, Yes, and most definitely Yes...and faithfully on the last. I am very fortunate to have reasonable health insurance coverage.

popeye1250 -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 5:05:25 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: minnetar popeye, If they say You have high cholesterol, then You need to find out which levels are high - hdl, ldl or triglycerides and work on that. It is much easier to try and make some changes to Your diet and exercise rather than going on cholesterol lowering medication. minnnetar (thinking my dad the physician is saying when did she get a license to practice medicine) Minnetar, I tried all those "statin" drugs and just couldn't take them, too many side effects. Now I take a supplement called "Lecithin" which, according to some in the anti mainstream medical field "cleans out your arteries just like drano." They say it's not the cholesterol that causes heart attacks/ strokes but "inflamation in the arteries." And, most people with high cholesterol don't get heart attacks/ strokes. It's when an arterie bursts that there's a problem. Of course "Statins" are a multi-$Billion business for big pharma.

minnetar -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 5:08:02 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: popeye1250 quote: ORIGINAL: minnetar popeye, If they say You have high cholesterol, then You need to find out which levels are high - hdl, ldl or triglycerides and work on that. It is much easier to try and make some changes to Your diet and exercise rather than going on cholesterol lowering medication. minnnetar (thinking my dad the physician is saying when did she get a license to practice medicine) Minnetar, I tried all those "statin" drugs and just couldn't take them, too many side effects. Now I take a supplement called "Lecithin" which, according to some in the anti mainstream medical field "cleans out your arteries just like drano." They say it's not the cholesterol that causes heart attacks/ strokes but "inflamation in the arteries." And, most people with high cholesterol don't get heart attacks/ strokes. It's when an arterie bursts that there's a problem. Of course "Statins" are a multi-$Billion business for big pharma. popeye, thanks for the info - will ask my doctor and little bro about it. i also am very happy You are taking it seriously because i blew it off. minnetar

darkinshadows -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 5:18:26 PM)
Thank you for the information Merc. In the UK - age for screening for mammograms without history or possible lumps is between the ages of 50-70 - this is offered to all women on a GP list as entitled at present under NHS screening. This is usually on a three year rolling basis (so you may not get your invite until after your 53rd borthday if you do not approach the doctor yourself)- which they are currently looking into as to whether this is appropriate. Those over 70 may be screened, but have to ask for it. As for colonoscopies in the UK, as far as I am aware, these are not routine under NHS and only offered to those with history or family history. Peace and Rapture

Mercnbeth -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 7:30:08 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: darkinshadows Thank you for the information Merc. In the UK - age for screening for mammograms without history or possible lumps is between the ages of 50-70 - this is offered to all women on a GP list as entitled at present under NHS screening. This is usually on a three year rolling basis (so you may not get your invite until after your 53rd borthday if you do not approach the doctor yourself)- which they are currently looking into as to whether this is appropriate. Those over 70 may be screened, but have to ask for it. As for colonoscopies in the UK, as far as I am aware, these are not routine under NHS and only offered to those with history or family history. Peace and Rapture Wow - And to think many in the US want to get on your system!

minnetar -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 7:35:05 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: Mercnbeth quote: ORIGINAL: darkinshadows Thank you for the information Merc. In the UK - age for screening for mammograms without history or possible lumps is between the ages of 50-70 - this is offered to all women on a GP list as entitled at present under NHS screening. This is usually on a three year rolling basis (so you may not get your invite until after your 53rd borthday if you do not approach the doctor yourself)- which they are currently looking into as to whether this is appropriate. Those over 70 may be screened, but have to ask for it. As for colonoscopies in the UK, as far as I am aware, these are not routine under NHS and only offered to those with history or family history. Peace and Rapture Wow - And to think many in the US want to get on your system! That is why i do not believe in socialized medicine. minnetar

juliaoceania -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 8:37:02 PM)
quote: ORIGINAL: darkinshadows Thank you for the information Merc. In the UK - age for screening for mammograms without history or possible lumps is between the ages of 50-70 - this is offered to all women on a GP list as entitled at present under NHS screening. This is usually on a three year rolling basis (so you may not get your invite until after your 53rd borthday if you do not approach the doctor yourself)- which they are currently looking into as to whether this is appropriate. Those over 70 may be screened, but have to ask for it. As for colonoscopies in the UK, as far as I am aware, these are not routine under NHS and only offered to those with history or family history. Peace and Rapture You are free to private pay for these services yourself or get supplementary insurance if you like, aren't you?

petdave -> RE: kinky people and health (5/14/2007 8:53:31 PM)
i go to a doctor if there's something wrong... i think my last "checkup" was when i was in college, and i'm 30 now. Since then, i've been in for an ear infection, a broken foot, and one voluntary procedure. i'm not a big fan of the medical industry, and i take a "use it or lose it" approach to the immune system. Besides, i've watched too many medical shows on TV, so i know how those places work... go in with a minor ache, and 48 minutes later they're trying to console your grieving widow. Screw that noise.

darkinshadows -> RE: kinky people and health (5/15/2007 1:41:29 AM)
Oh yes julia - certainly - you can But unlike many US companies, health insurance isnt paid even in high flying positions (well, unless it's corporate) and even if it is, it's basic care - not usually used for routine checks. And in the UK, people do not take out medical insurance in general, and do not take out seperate - I believe that this is just due to people being too reliant on the NHS - and as it stands, the NHS is failing. Cancer patients cannot get the drugs they need, maternity units are over stretched. We have to pay contributions - and people feel entitled to healthcare. But they are let down. The cost of a mammogram in the UK is around £300 (that - I think is over US $600) if paid for privately - even then some private hospitals insist on GP referal first. Peace and Rapture

darkinshadows -> RE: kinky people and health (5/15/2007 1:47:14 AM)
I know Merc! At least cerivical screening in the UK is free and regular from the moment you become sexually active. Peace

Mercnbeth -> RE: kinky people and health (5/15/2007 6:59:45 AM)
quote: ORIGINAL: darkinshadows Oh yes julia - certainly - you can But unlike many US companies, health insurance isnt paid even in high flying positions (well, unless it's corporate) and even if it is, it's basic care - not usually used for routine checks. And in the UK, people do not take out medical insurance in general, and do not take out seperate - I believe that this is just due to people being too reliant on the NHS - and as it stands, the NHS is failing. Cancer patients cannot get the drugs they need, maternity units are over stretched. We have to pay contributions - and people feel entitled to healthcare. But they are let down. The cost of a mammogram in the UK is around £300 (that - I think is over US $600) if paid for privately - even then some private hospitals insist on GP referal first. Peace and Rapture Dark, Basically you are paying double, taxes and supplemental coverage, and still getting poor services that you have to wait longer to receive. Seems to be a standard result when you rely on a government bureaucracy. A 'nanny state' provided universal health coverage will make the health system worse. When beth had to wait 10 days for her test, I called everyone involved including the highest level of the insurance company and my agent. I didn't have much of an impact and didn't get her a appointment any early, but 'venting' helped. When I chatted with them, I always included the question; "If it were your wife would you accept waiting 10 days?" or if it was a woman; "Would you be satisfied with waiting 10 days?" I can't imagine waiting as long as I would have to if we were in the UK. After reading your information, I may just call them to apologize for being so adamant. What fools we be in the US to desire something that makes good health coverage more a function of how rich you are. The fact that more and more big corporations are FOR universal health coverage should be a tip off. Think about it, if union won full coverage is replaced by some form of national health program, they've cut their costs dramatically. Yet - we have naive people believing the government should provide nanny service cradle to grave. Thanks Again for the first hand info!

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