Diane, My friend got it really bad in her eye and it took months and months to get a correct diagnosis as that was the only place it showed up. It was not only painful and looked awful but she started to lose her vision in that eye. Scary stuff.
This reminds me that I need to get a shingles vaccine. I didn't know it came in a pair. I hope you feel better soon!
Yes it's new & improved, Shingrix I think, improved from the old vaccine (30% effective) to this 2 part vaccine (around 90% effective). Hubby & I still need our part 2.
That’s interesting. I’m really anxious to see if surgery affects my high blood pressure. It would be a dream come true to be off my BP meds, but I also have genetics as a contributing factor. Fingers crossed.
My mom has something wrong with her eye and they can't figure it out, I am going to mention this to her medical team! It might not be the case but it wouldn't hurt to rule it out.
I count flavored water as part of the total. For example, I often mix 3/4 water with 1/4 "real" cranberry juice (I can't stand the taste of artificial sweeteners). I count the extra calories, and I count it as water as well.
Yes, I prefer ice cold water too. I heard you absorb it better at room temp though. I have no idea if that is true or not.I was allowed to count everything as long as it wasn't a caffeinated beverage. It helps especially in the beginning to get to 64 oz. Funny though that I was considering next month to use it as a count for only water. Most of the time I am at 64 oz of just plain water and sometimes a little short, but I might have been drinking protein shakes or herbal tea so I get there anyway.
BTW, I am having a much easier time drinking my water and keeping track since I bought a 32 oz hydro flask (insulated bottle) that keeps my water nice and cold all day which is how I prefer it.
I am sorry to hear about your daughter, I know how that is as I have someone very close to me that inflicts self harm. I couldn't imagine if it was a child. (Even an adult, still your child). It is so good that you are able to keep your mind focused and keep conscious of yourself. It is so hard so good for you!
My team also allowed all non caffeinated liquid to go towards my water goal. But, now that I’m so far out I only count water water.I was allowed to count everything as long as it wasn't a caffeinated beverage. It helps especially in the beginning to get to 64 oz. Funny though that I was considering next month to use it as a count for only water. Most of the time I am at 64 oz of just plain water and sometimes a little short, but I might have been drinking protein shakes or herbal tea so I get there anyway.
BTW, I am having a much easier time drinking my water and keeping track since I bought a 32 oz hydro flask (insulated bottle) that keeps my water nice and cold all day which is how I prefer it.
Sorry to hear your family is dealing with this. But on the good end congrats to still making your goals work out. I am very proud of you!!!!
