buckeyemike Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 I've been busy since I've been out of the hospital. At least I'm eating almost normally again. I've gained back 3 of the 15 lbs. I lost. I went to my gastro doctor yesterday...he told me to stay off large amounts of nuts and popcorn. Coconut macaroons are OK. I have to have some more tests done in order to confirm the diagnosis. I am on a tremendous amount of medication right now, including a derivative of prednisone (a steroid). I also decided to cut out alcohol entirely...before my hospital stay, I wasn't drinking large amounts and it had actually been a few weeks since I'd had a beer. For those of you who don't know, I am a Canadian beer aficianado. I don't have a medical restriction against alcohol, I just don't want to end up in the hospital for another two weeks. And you know what? I feel better. Mike
Alaska Darin Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 Good to hear, though "Canadian Beer Aficianado" is definately an oxymoron.
stuckincincy Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 No seeds like caraway, sesame, poppy etc, too. Glad to see you back. Still a Nugent advocate?
The Poojer Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 cutting out alcohol is never a good idea buckeyemike said: I've been busy since I've been out of the hospital. At least I'm eating almost normally again. I've gained back 3 of the 15 lbs. I lost. I went to my gastro doctor yesterday...he told me to stay off large amounts of nuts and popcorn. Coconut macaroons are OK. I have to have some more tests done in order to confirm the diagnosis. I am on a tremendous amount of medication right now, including a derivative of prednisone (a steroid). I also decided to cut out alcohol entirely...before my hospital stay, I wasn't drinking large amounts and it had actually been a few weeks since I'd had a beer. For those of you who don't know, I am a Canadian beer aficianado. I don't have a medical restriction against alcohol, I just don't want to end up in the hospital for another two weeks. And you know what? I feel better. Mike 304253[/snapback]
buckeyemike Posted April 13, 2005 Author Posted April 13, 2005 stuckincincy said: No seeds like caraway, sesame, poppy etc, too. Glad to see you back. Still a Nugent advocate? 304267[/snapback] Me or Darin? BTW, apparently Darin thinks I'm a moron for liking Canadian beer. Mike
Bob in SC Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 Good to hear you are doing much better. Watch your diet and you will be fine. And, TRY THE MACAROONS! They work.
Alaska Darin Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 buckeyemike said: Me or Darin? BTW, apparently Darin thinks I'm a moron for liking Canadian beer. Mike 304274[/snapback] That's probably a little harsh. They do brew some decent "trappist type" stuff but it still pales when compared to the Belgians.
buckeyemike Posted April 13, 2005 Author Posted April 13, 2005 Bob in SC said: Good to hear you are doing much better. Watch your diet and you will be fine. And, TRY THE MACAROONS! They work. 304278[/snapback] I have eaten a whole tin of macaroons in the last three weeks. And you're correct, they do work! Mike
Bill from NYC Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 Hang tough Mike. It is wonderful to hear that you are doing better. God Bless. BfNYC
LabattBlue Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 buckeyemike said: I've been busy since I've been out of the hospital. At least I'm eating almost normally again. I've gained back 3 of the 15 lbs. I lost. I went to my gastro doctor yesterday...he told me to stay off large amounts of nuts and popcorn. Coconut macaroons are OK. I have to have some more tests done in order to confirm the diagnosis. I am on a tremendous amount of medication right now, including a derivative of prednisone (a steroid). I also decided to cut out alcohol entirely...before my hospital stay, I wasn't drinking large amounts and it had actually been a few weeks since I'd had a beer. For those of you who don't know, I am a Canadian beer aficianado. I don't have a medical restriction against alcohol, I just don't want to end up in the hospital for another two weeks. And you know what? I feel better. Mike 304253[/snapback] Mike...glad to hear you are feeling better. Hopefully it won't be long before you are done with the meds and on the road to recovery.
Campy Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 Bill from NYC said: Hang tough Mike. It is wonderful to hear that you are doing better. God Bless. BfNYC 304295[/snapback] Same sentiments from the Beach
Bob in SC Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 buckeyemike said: I have eaten a whole tin of macaroons in the last three weeks. And you're correct, they do work! Mike 304283[/snapback] Yes, Archway coconut macaroons. Accept no substiutes.
Beerball Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 Great Mike! Thanks for the update. In your honor we've made TDB a kinder and gentler place.
Fezmid Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 buckeyemike said: I am on a tremendous amount of medication right now, including a derivative of prednisone (a steroid). Don't get tested by MLB, or you'll be suspended Get well soon! CW
\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 buckeyemike said: I have eaten a whole tin of macaroons in the last three weeks. And you're correct, they do work! Mike 304283[/snapback] Note to self: Do not get downwind from Buckeye Mike in the near future.
IDBillzFan Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 I'm glad this got kicked up. I almost missed it. Great news, Mike. Just great.
rastabillz Posted April 13, 2005 Posted April 13, 2005 cåblelady said: Good to hear, Mikey !! 304479[/snapback] Mike, Great to hear of your speedy recovery. Hang in there and I'll have a cold Molson Canadian for ya. rasta
buckeyemike Posted April 14, 2005 Author Posted April 14, 2005 LABillzFan said: I'm glad this got kicked up. I almost missed it. Great news, Mike. Just great. 304372[/snapback] I appreciate all of the good wishes. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. An update of what I'm eating: Tonight's menu was steak (leftover Angus strip from a barbecue at my in-laws last night...just tremendous, medium-well), scrambled eggs, and toast. My wife, the lovely and talented Kimberly, who put up with me throughout my hospital stay, is out tonight, so I am left to fend for myself. BTW, Kim's pic is in my profile with the World's Greatest Cat. Hey, the steak is only about six ounces. I ate half last night and the other half tonight. I have no restrictions on red meat, but I'm not the world's biggest carnivore. A Wendy's double is even too much for me. And that's probably all the red meat I'll have until next week. BTW, on Friday I am going back into the hospital for a procedure to remove some cysts. This is totally unrelated to my abdominal matters and was scheduled even before I got sick on March 10. Mike
mead107 Posted April 14, 2005 Posted April 14, 2005 glad you are feeling better . do you plan on being at the opener ?
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