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Jagger
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08-07-2002

Friday, April 23, 2004 - 1:28 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Thank you everyone for the great help on the Olympic trivia this week. With all of your help and links you provided I managed to get everyone correct, meaning I won ( well tied for first place with 2 other people), not bad, being in first place where there were about 500 people playing. Not sure what or if there will be a prize, is there is I will let you know what I won.

Thanks again everyone.

Mak1
Member

08-12-2002

Friday, April 23, 2004 - 3:08 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
It was fun, Jagger. TVCH provides the best teammates!

Jagger
Member

08-07-2002

Sunday, April 25, 2004 - 10:32 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
yes it was and thank you all again

Deesandy
Member

08-12-2003

Friday, April 30, 2004 - 4:10 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Does anyone know of any over the counter treatments for shingles?

Thanks!


Rupertbear
Member

09-19-2003

Friday, April 30, 2004 - 4:26 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Here's a bit I c & P'd from a site that deals with shingles, Dee.

Herpes zoster (shingles) usually resolves spontaneously, and may not require treatment except for symptomatic relief, such as pain medication.

Acyclovir is an antiviral medication that may be prescribed to shorten the course, reduce pain, reduce complications, or protect an immunocompromised individual. Desciclovir, famciclovir, valacyclovir, and penciclovir are similar to acyclovir and may be used to treat zoster.

For the greatest effect, acyclovir-like medications should be started within 24 hours of the appearance of pain or burning sensation, and preferably before the appearance of the characteristic blisters.

Typically, the drugs are given in oral doses four times greater than those recommended for herpes simplex or herpes genitalia. Severely immunocompromised individuals may require intravenous acyclovir therapy.

Corticosteroids, such as prednisone, may occasionally be used to reduce inflammation and risk of post-herpetic neuralgia. They have been shown to be most effective in the elderly population. Corticosteroids have certain risks that should be considered before using them.

Analgesics, mild to strong, may be needed to control pain. Antihistamines may be used topically (direct application to the body) or orally to reduce itching. Zostrix, a cream containing Capzasin (an extract of pepper), may possibly prevent post-herpetic neuralgia.

Cool wet compresses can be used to reduce pain. Soothing baths and lotions (such as colloidal oatmeal bath, starch baths, or lotions and calamine lotion) may help to relieve itching and discomfort. Rest in bed until fever resolves.

Keep the skin clean, and do not re-use contaminated items. Nondisposable items should be washed in boiling water or otherwise disinfected before re-use. The person may need to be isolated while lesions are oozing to prevent infection of others -- especially pregnant women.


Pcakes2
Member

08-29-2001

Friday, April 30, 2004 - 4:49 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
RE: colloildal oatmeal bath. You can go out and buy Aveno soak and bathe in it, HOWEVER....it gets expensive. A simpler treatment it to go to a health food store and buy OAT FLOUR. You can bathe in it and also apply it straight to the skin like you would a talc.

Jan
Member

08-01-2000

Friday, April 30, 2004 - 4:51 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Well I have never had Shingles but I do get coldsores (Herpes Simplex) and so I can attest to the good job that Zovirax (AKA the Acyclovir that Rupert talks about above) does. It is great stuff for cold stores and dries them up right away.

Deesandy
Member

08-12-2003

Saturday, May 01, 2004 - 9:43 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Thanks everyone, I am on my way to the store now!


Rupertbear
Member

09-19-2003

Saturday, May 01, 2004 - 9:50 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Don't forget the candy treat for you and dd...you've both been so good. ((hug))

Deesandy
Member

08-12-2003

Sunday, May 02, 2004 - 5:01 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
RB, I bought a low carb bar for me, and cheese its for Cassie!

Kaili
Member

08-31-2000

Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 11:30 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Can someone explain this one to me, please? How come some wool sweaters are hand wash only and some are dry clean only? Can I hand wash the dry clean only ones anyway?

I know you guys will all be jealous of the fun I've been having today: First a physical, then laundry, and now I've been handwashing sweaters. I have a few left to clean- they all say dry clean only though. They're all wool- why can't I hand wash those ones too (you know, cause bending over a bathtub with your hands in cold water is sooo much fun!).

Here's what I have left that say to dry clean:

White sweater: 70% lambswool/20% angora/10% nylon
Blue sweater: 100% wool
Brown sweater: 100% Lambswool
Black sweater: 55% silk/33% nylon/10% angora/2% lambswool
Black sweater: 100% wool
Grey Cardigan sweater: 100% merino wool

Here's what I handwashed:

Tan sweater: 55% acrylic/45% cotton
Green sweater: 94% lambswool/5% nylon/1% spandex
White sweater: 53% acrylic/28% polyester/19% wool
Blue striped sweater: 80% merino wool/20% nylon
Brown sweater: 80% merino wool/20% nylon
Multicolored sweater: 100% pure wool

I get the angora/silk thing but what's the difference between the wools?!

(Yep, I'm getting ready to put the sweaters away for the summer!)




Rupertbear
Member

09-19-2003

Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 2:02 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Basically Kaili, I think you can treat them all the same way.

They all have wool content, so you can hand wash.

They just say to dry clean, to absolve themselves of any risk due to people washing the articles themselves.

Use tepid water and add Dreft or Woolite. Then rinse and don't wring but gently squeeze excess moisture. Use big absorbent towels and 're-size the sweater, so it will dry to it's original shape.

Oh...after re-reading your post, I see you know how to do the washing bit. I'll leave the instructions in case someone else is in the mood to wash woolies...lol ;)

Kaili
Member

08-31-2000

Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 2:06 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
So...what's the difference between merino wool and lambswool? Is a marino a type of sheep or something? And for the one sweater- if it's 100% wool, do they really need to add that it's "pure wool". Isn't that what 100% would mean?

I washed too many- I've run out of space to lay them. They're everywhere! I didn't do the other ones- I found a red hand wash one that I missed so maybe I'll do round two later this week.

So I can hand wash them? Dry cleaning is so expensive and I hate going there!

Rupertbear
Member

09-19-2003

Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 2:11 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
I believe 'merino' is a breed of sheep prized for it's wool and lambs wool is even softer because it's from the baby sheep.

Yep, you're right...pure and 100% do seem redundant but I think they do mean the same thing.

But yes, Kaili...I would say just treat them gently, cool water and you should have no problem.

I have hand washed lots of things over the years that the say Dry Clean and have never had a problem.

Kaili
Member

08-31-2000

Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 7:08 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Thanks! Maybe I'll do it tomorrow...or maybethe next day. I already have damp sweaters all over the place!

Juju2bigdog
Member

10-27-2000

Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 8:19 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Yes, you can hand wash all wool sweaters. I come from a knitting family, and my family had many, many wool sweaters when I was growing up. We never cleaned them in any other manner than hand washing.

Rupertbear
Member

09-19-2003

Tuesday, May 04, 2004 - 8:23 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Wow, Juju...I think knitting is almost a lost art now. My Grandmother and Mother could knit anything. All I ever managed was a scarf..lol.

Or crocheted slippers.

I can sew by hand and on the sewing machine but I think that is disappearing also.

Lumbele
Member

07-12-2002

Wednesday, May 05, 2004 - 7:52 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Kaili, one tip I have learned from an angora enthusiast. When your sweater is absolutely, completely dry, stick it in a plastic bag in the freezer for a couple of days. It helps prevent the angora a little from shedding over everything later.

Jed245
Member

11-01-2002

Wednesday, May 05, 2004 - 7:59 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Is the moon really made of cheese?

Bandit
Member

07-29-2001

Wednesday, May 05, 2004 - 8:06 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Oooooh, I love angora sweaters. I bought beautiful sweater my senior year in high school that was like $100, but I had to have it. I only wore it for a few minutes to have my senior picture taken. Fast forward about a year, and my first roommate decided to do me a favor and do some of my laundry. AND HE WASHED MY ANGORA SWEATER! I was mortified. It could have fit a Barbie doll by the time all was said and done.
And how could I get mad at him? He was doing me a favor! Needless to say, he never did my laundry again after that.

Mware
Member

09-14-2001

Wednesday, May 05, 2004 - 8:15 am   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Yes, Jed, it is. And the annoying thing is that the moon is so old that the cheese has started to smell bad. Why else to the guys who land there wear those helmets with the oxygen being pumped in?

Hippyt
Member

06-15-2001

Sunday, May 16, 2004 - 4:06 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
OK,here's my dumb question of the day. My son is going to cowboy camp,and I'm filling out the registration form.
Do kids have tetanus shots as part of their normal vaccinations,or do you only get tetanus shots when you need them?
I know he is up to date on his shots,but I can't decipher the things on his shot record. I'm supposed to write down when he had his last tetanus shot.
Medical friends,can ya help?

Grannyg
Member

05-28-2002

Sunday, May 16, 2004 - 4:12 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Usually, they only get tetanus shots when they need them and they last for 5 years I think. If he's never had one, I would get him one before he goes to camp, just in case. Has he ever stepped on a nail, been bit by a dog? I'm trying to think of other times my kids had a tetanus shot.

ETA: If he hasn't had one, he will probably have to get one before camp.

Herckleperckle
Member

11-20-2003

Sunday, May 16, 2004 - 4:19 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Well, I am no medical expert, but I have been a mom for almost 30 years now! According to my health plan's preventive schedule, Tetanus shots are recommended on this schedule:

0-18 months: DTaP (Diptheria, Tetanus,and Pertussis): at 2, 4, and 6 months; again between 15 and 18 months.

19 months to 4 years: DTaP: Once between ages 4 and 6.

5-12 years: DTaP: Once between ages 4 and 6. (This means you should catch up if these were not given.)

13-17 years: 1 booster between ages 11 and 13, then once every 10 years thereafter.

Edited last two items! Your health plans's preventive schedule is probably online, too, if you need to check it.

Hippyt
Member

06-15-2001

Sunday, May 16, 2004 - 4:29 pm   Edit Post Move Post Delete Post View Post    
Oh,I think you just gave me the answer with that DTap,HP.
He had his last DTaP in 2001.
Thanks so much!!!!