Topic : 07/11 What’s Up, Doc?

from the food you're not buying.  But then there's that car payment for the Mercedes, credit card bills and don't forget the vacation house in the mountains...

 

I can't imagine a 12 and 15 year old not potty trained.  They'd have to change their own diapers.

 

I know its nice to get pregnant, but there are lots of kids out there that want to be adopted.  My brother and I are adopted.  My younger brother is not. 

Until recently I could not understand why my youngest grandchild kept having "accidents" at age 7. His parents are firm but loving disciplinarians. This child was not a problem child. The Family practice Doctor had tried various methods with parents and child to solve this problem. It was not until a pediatric urologist saw him that the problem was recognized to be simular to your guest's. As a RN I did not know that chronic constipation from a very young age can result in distention of the rectal area and failure to sense fullness. I small child does not  know what "normal "feels like. Imagine the stress the child goes through trying to perform a function he or she can no longer control. I am so happy I followed my children's lead and was not harsh with my grandchild, (even though I often thought they were not doing it right). We have to be careful not to so judgemental when we do not have all the information. This can be a life-long physical problem that does not have a quick solution. Be careful when you make hasty judgements. Grandma B 

I have fibro as well, and back problems. I have problems from my T-12 all the way to the S-2. I have undiagnosed cervical issues. The whole lumbar area is shot. No discs left there. Luckily, I have a great doctor who keeps me on my feet.  SHE is an osteopath. And she "believes" in fibro, though the treatment is much the same...treat the symptoms. Most older doctors don't "believe" in fibro, hence patients suffering from it appear to be some kind of hypochondriac. I feel one of these days (though I doubt I'll live long enough to see it, lol) they'll make great strides concerning auto-immune disorders. They'll find out what causes them, and the best course of treatment. Until then....we just do the best we can with what we've got...and pray for an educated, understanding physician.....

Have ANY of you people read the information on the show????

Since I work during the time the show airs, I read the show on my computer.

Then come to the message board. I am alarmed at all these people that will jump off the bridge before they see what is below. YES, these kids have a medical condition. Yes their parents are looking for help.

I am just saying don't jump, you could end up on a mortician's table (figuratively speaking).

Lord, this world is more evil than I realized. I pray that these perfect people will see the light.

 

Shows about this subject always worry me. Where will it end? Are we approaching the day when all women must be perfect from head to toe, or in the case of breast implants, better than perfect? Can't we age? Can't we be allowed to show the effects of child birth?

My mother-in-law died last year at age 85. She led a wonderful healthy life right up until the last few months when she had a stroke. She was slender and upright and had never had a "tummy tuck." Yet she gave birth to *twelve* children. Maybe her abs weren't "toned." I don't know, I never saw them. She dressed modestly and fashionably and that's all anyone needed to know.

I don't blame the man for saying, "we" don't need a tummy tuck. "We" would have to pay for it. The boat idea was laughed at, but at least that's something the whole family could enjoy. Wearing a bikini and having other men admire her was something only the mother could enjoy.

I have a nine year old boy with this problem and have had him to the doctor several times, she told me the same thing that was said on Dr. Phil today that he needs to be completely cleaned out and set on the toilet after every meal.  They go just enough to relieve the pressure so it seems like they are constantly going in their pants.  He does not wet himself and yes he will generally hold it until he gets home.  He has never gone at school.  He was potty trained at two years old.  This problem started when he was almost four.  Until I saw this on Dr. Phil I was ready to take him to a child psychologist, as parents of a child with this problem we do not just sit back and watch or ignore this problem we search for answers and reasons.  I have tried for years to help my child and now I will try the method I saw on Dr. Phil today and instead of blaming the parents I wish them luck.

While I can appreciate the driving need to have to another child perhaps the young woman on the show should be grateful for the child she has at home.  As a mother who has lost both her childen in her second trimester and having had a hysterectomy 2 weeks ago I would have been overjoyed if either my daughter or son had survived their early births,  Sometimed it is necessary to be appreciate what gifts one has recieved and learn to focus on other aspects of their lives.  Cherish your child, you are truly blessed!

I've gone since '98 without a mammogram, '93 on a pap smear, and '93 on a complete physical.  Why?  Because I watch my mother go every year religiously to the doctor, she got breast cancer - and they supposedly caught it in time- the woman was meticulous about getting physical exams-  downright paranoid about cancer.  She was CONSUMED by the fear of it.  She had a radical double mastectomy for a pea sized tumor, but it had metastasized and she died of brain cancer. I cannot stop it if I get it, so why bother??  The insurance companies bailed out on her bills for chemo and radiation and surgeries.

 

I fought arthritic type pain and swelling for years-  my husband finally made me go to a doctor- the rheumatologist told me it was all in my head, put me on medicine that just made me gain weight and charged me $1200+.  So I get that most doctors are only practicing.  Thats why they call it  a"PRACTICE!"

 

I can do just as well taking care of things myself.  When I fractured my toe last year hubby made me go back again- guess what? they taped it and charged $250- and told me that it was fractured.

I was diagnosed with sarcoid  about ten years ago.  I had a bad time for awhile but have been doing great for a number of years.  I have a doctor that I just adore.  We keep track of my condition all the time.   I just wanted that woman to know that no matter life hands you, you can get through it with a good look out on life.    I have numerous other diseases to go along with the sarcoid.    I know sometimes it is really hard to look past what  you have been told.    Also my vier is that terminal doesn't  always mean fatal.

Pamela, My husband and I were blessed with one son, and when he was 14 months old, we began trying for another child.  We tried for 8 1/2 years with no luck.  We did everything but invitro.  I even took fertility drugs.  9 years into it, I found out my situation was a medical one and I couldn't have any more children,  I understand how you feel. I cried many, many times, just as you do.  My son is now 25 and not a day goes by that I still don't get reminded that he is an only child and I "grieve" for that.  But, my blessing is that he is now married to a wonderful woman and he has two beautiful girls.  Emma Grace is almost 2, and Hanna Elizabeth is 2 months old.  I realize that Derek is NOT alone...God has blessed him with a beautiful family..and He has blessed me with my beautiful granddaughters.  They live close to us so I get to see my girls everyday if I want.  I know your pain....but I guess what I'm trying to say to you is hold close to God, keep your faith strong, the trial you face now is your opportunity to grow stronger and closer to God if you'll reach out to Him.  He'll get you thru, and He promises that what you'll recieve is a blessing like you can't imagine...if you'll trust Him.   I can't imagine my life now without my two precious granddaughters.  It is the best of both worlds!  My son?  He's an only child yes, but he's not alone....he's got two small children that when they look to their daddy when he comes home from work their  little eyes gleam with love for him, Emma runs to get out the toys for a tea party with Daddy and Hanna knows Daddy's voice and she grins from ear to ear when he holds her...and he's got a wonderful wife who loves him.  Hang in there.