Anderton Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Of all the extremely good advice here, the second opinion is el primo. People tend to trust doctors. DON'T. There's a wide range of dedication and intelligence in there. I had serious depression for decades, for no good reason. I could have had the best day in the world, yet things were still dark. I went to a variety of doctors, shrinks, took some antidepressants for a while (they didn't work), everything. Finally I just came to the conclusion it was something I was going to have to live with. Then when I was getting a physical and I told the doctor about my depression, he said "Have you ever had your thyroid checked?" Turned out I had an imbalance. For $12 a month in very mild thyroid medication the depression went away. I still get depressed -- doesn't everybody -- but only if there's a good reason. Big improvement. Then again, there's the woman I know who was told 13 years ago she had six months to live. Oooops, the doctors kind of got that one wrong too. I only wish my blood panels were as good as hers . Clean up your act to reboot your bod, then find some real doctors. Stall on paying your bills as long as you can so you can find out what's wrong. Don't give up because there IS an answer out there, but it may be hard to find. Craig Anderton Educational site: http://www.craiganderton.org Music: http://www.youtube.com/thecraiganderton Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/craig_anderton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Quinn Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Not sure how long this has been going on, or what the background is, but from what I have read, it reminds me of a condition I experienced once years ago. Very rare, but ask about Pleuritis (spelling?). I had it when I was young (17). Very painful, chest and back pains, hurts to breath or even lay down, absolutely miserable. Since I worked out, the original diagnosis was pulled muscles. The doctors couldn't figure it out, my mother finally did (nurse on a mission - researching). I suffered for more than 2 weeks before the correct diagnosis was made. If I remember correctly, it started shortly after I had the flue/cold. The Pleura is a thin covering that protects and cushions the lungs, when it becomes inflamed by infection, it causes pain (stops cushioning). Since we constantly (hopefully) breathe, the swollen condition of the Pleura creates friction which only exacerbates the condition. I can't remember what type of drugs they gave me, but do remember that I had several days of strict bed rest before it finally went away. I never experienced it again. I don't know if this fits your condition, but thought it was worth mentioning. Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
not coaster MODERATOR Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 listen to me you fat pig ditto on a gallon or more water a day add 25 grams of dietary fiber a day, it cleans out your plumbing veges & fruit more water chicken, fish & lean beef you gotta walk. it's good cardio. even 1/2 hr/day lose the booze, no smokes, you don't need twinkies right now. get better you s.o.b. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantasticsound Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Take some advice here, Coaster. Get a second opinion, or a third. Nothing worse than realizing you could have been properly cared for, had you only asked the right questions and asked them as many times as necessary to get through to the docs. (Well, nothing worse than keeling over because you never had the chance to ask. ) Hope you feel better soon. It's easiest to find me on Facebook. Neil Bergman Soundclick fntstcsnd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackpine Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Having had 6(yes six!!!) pacemakers and paying for 2 of them with no insurance my best advice is dont fret one damn bit about the medical bills. You can always put them off and catch up as time and money permits. Just take care of yourself and let the bills lay. And BTW I'm in tooo Drew. www.relayerstudios.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ani Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 Where's Coaster??? He started this thread and hasn't checked back in. Anyone have his number to call and check in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wewus432 Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 I sent an e-mail yesterday afternoon about 4:30, and I've gotten no reply yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abnorm Posted April 14, 2004 Share Posted April 14, 2004 I'm very sorry to hear about your troubles, Mr. Coaster Guy. We love you here and wish nothing but the best for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed A. Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 Coaster, sorry to hear about your severe problem. Maybe you could look into applying for disability benifits through the state welfare department to cover your medical costs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedly Nightshade Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 I'm so sorry this is happening. It's so true, the times when things are OK are so precious- we are all so fragile. A WOP BOP A LU BOP, A LOP BAM BOOM! "There is nothing I regret so much as my good behavior. What demon possessed me that I behaved so well?" -Henry David Thoreau Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanshananigan Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 Hey Coaster, I hope you feel better SOON! In the meantime, good luck with yer projects! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wewus432 Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 Well it's been two complete days since we heard from Coaster. The only person I know of that was personally in touch with Coaster was Medtrck, also known as The Pet Rock, or something like that, can't even remember the guy's name. Anyone remember him? I think he signed off of The MusicPlayer Forums a while back, but maybe someone can pull up one of his old messages and see if he has an e-mail listed. I just did a search and can't find any of his messages. Really concerned about Dave. I hope he checks in here soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ani Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 What about Cereal, do you think he would know how to contact Dave in person? I know a lot of folks seem to think they are one in the same, but I don't think so; perhaps Cereal might know how to contact him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wewus432 Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 I don't know. I'll check around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ani Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 What about his registration on the forums, would Dendy have any private info on him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dak Lander Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 Anybody remember Dave's last name? I'm having a brain fart and can't. Maybe he'll show up that way via the net. Google search can be wonderful at times and even whitepages.com may have him listed. Our Joint "When you come slam bang up against trouble, it never looks half as bad if you face up to it." The Duke... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Klopmeyer Posted April 15, 2004 Share Posted April 15, 2004 Before we all completely panic: when Coaster's been sick before, he's had to be hospitalized for a few days to be put on monitoring equipment to constantly check his blood oxygen. During those times, he hasn't poseted. The optimist in me tells me that he's there again, or is just feeling too weak to sit up and use the computer now. I hope he's okay. I really like the guy. - Jeff Marketing Communications for MI/Pro Audio My solo music and stuff They Stole My Crayon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Grace Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 BuMp!!! Dave, how are you doing? I hope all's well. Best, Geoff My Blue Someday appears on Apple Music | Spotify | YouTube | Amazon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursers Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 Yeah how you doing Coaster? Us other Dave's wanna know. The Keyboard Chronicles Podcast Check out your fellow forumites in an Apple Music playlist Check out your fellow forumites in a Spotify playlist My Music: Stainless Fields Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrancedelicBlues Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 That's way too many meds to be taking for a single condition. The answer to your problem is probably a simple one. It seems to be eluding your doctor, but it won't elude YOU if you look for it. In fact, it may be somewhere in all the good advice that has already been posted on this thread. In the meantime, I'm sending up a prayer for you. Hope you feel better soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursers Posted June 1, 2004 Share Posted June 1, 2004 bump The Keyboard Chronicles Podcast Check out your fellow forumites in an Apple Music playlist Check out your fellow forumites in a Spotify playlist My Music: Stainless Fields Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
offramp Posted June 1, 2004 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Sounds like it's time for a high colonic, Dave. Seriously. I've been doing research into these. Had one not too long ago. The difference is amazing. I've upped my standards; now, up yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursers Posted June 18, 2004 Share Posted June 18, 2004 Anyone heard any news? Its been a long time... The Keyboard Chronicles Podcast Check out your fellow forumites in an Apple Music playlist Check out your fellow forumites in a Spotify playlist My Music: Stainless Fields Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ani Posted June 18, 2004 Share Posted June 18, 2004 Dave's last name is Tesch, I think. I've not heard from Coaster since the initial post in this thread. Back when we began looking at taking up a collection, thread title "Coaster Fund", Pet Rock Studio came on to say that Coaster was fine. The fund drive ceased to exist and I guess that everyone assumed that PRS had been in contact with Dave and was speaking from first hand knowledge. I am still a bit concerned about him. Thanks for bringing the thread back to the top Nursers. Anyone have any news on Coaster... or any means of contacting him to see if he's okay? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dak Lander Posted June 18, 2004 Share Posted June 18, 2004 Not much info so far. I have confirmed a David J Tesch in Fargo but that's as much as I've been able to get so far. Still Looking Our Joint "When you come slam bang up against trouble, it never looks half as bad if you face up to it." The Duke... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Philip OKeefe Posted June 18, 2004 Share Posted June 18, 2004 We're pullin' for you Dave - let us know how you're doing when you feel up to it - and get better RSN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wewus432 Posted June 19, 2004 Share Posted June 19, 2004 I just tried to e-mail Dave, and got this message: The users mailfolder (user=davefx) is over the allowed quota (size). Which means he's not answering his e-mail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rog Posted June 19, 2004 Share Posted June 19, 2004 Eek! I hope he's OK. "That's what the internet is for. Slandering others anonymously." - Banky Edwards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursers Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 Hmmm it's a worry.... The Keyboard Chronicles Podcast Check out your fellow forumites in an Apple Music playlist Check out your fellow forumites in a Spotify playlist My Music: Stainless Fields Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tedster Posted June 22, 2004 Share Posted June 22, 2004 Yes indeed. We have others in North Dakota, don't we? Could anyone give him a call? I'd call if I had his number... "Cisco Kid, was a friend of mine" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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