#a clot or a heart attack??

[real-life-cloud]

💔

[blairamok]

root canal complete, it only took a full blown panic attack in the chair and the ems being call on me but we got there in the end after three doses of tranquilizer👍

[gotankgo]

«Forty two years ago this show destroyed Irving Plaza. How about that $7 door! This was the homecoming show. We just came off the road down south which was an amazing, yet crazy as fcuk time. Opening for the Brains out there was bad-ass, even better was watching the GOAT do their thing, night after night. Spreading the PMA. Watching the faces of the people seeing them for the first time. Sending love to every NYC punk's friend Jesse Malin, hoping for his speedy recovery. And much love to the late Jay Dublee - original guitarist for Bloodclot / Bad Brains producer and the True Sage of Punk Rock.»

[4giorno]

it just is so inconvenient for my medical anxiety that i do have health issues

[mistwood]

kitty is back from the cardiologist and he did fine :) didn't let the doctors take any blood work unfortunately so we'll have to go back again in 6months but overall he's doing well

^ he likes car rides (vash image for size)

[emotargaryen]

girls when they need to wash their hair

[davidcuniverse]

Dr Tony Huge...Dumb Ass

I can’t believe I am allowing myself to get triggered by the internet… but here we are. The fitness industry has become such a shit show. There are so many shitfluencers pushing lies and a lot of impressionable folks falling for these lies. The biggest lie of them all is the narrative that these fit people are natural.I have always loved fitness.. Specifically body building and it all started…

[pandemic-info]

A Google doc:

COVID research & implications

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XbGCZ5NtwvNb0Z2fFzQYnKT96Ij79cNw1GA47rhShMo/edit?usp=drivesdk

[xtruss]

Zero Calorie Sweetener Linked to ‘Blood 🩸 Clots’ and Risk of Heart Disease, Study Finds

— By Sandee LaMotte | August 08, 2024

Study: Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Higher Stroke Risk (2019)

Consuming a drink with erythritol — an artificial sweetener used to add bulk to stevia and monk fruit and to sweeten low-carb keto products — more than doubled the risk of blood clotting in 10 healthy people, according to a new pilot study.

Clots can break off blood vessels and travel to the heart, triggering a heart attack, or to the brain, triggering a stroke. Previous research has linked erythritol to a higher risk of stroke, heart attack and death.

“What is remarkable is that in every single subject, every measure of platelet responsiveness (clotting) went up following the erythritol ingestion,” said lead study author Dr. Stanley Hazen, director of the Center for Cardiovascular Diagnostics and Prevention at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute.

Consuming a drink with an equal amount of glucose, or sugar, did not affect blood platelet activity in another group of 10 people, said Hazen, who is also the Jan Bleeksma chair in vascular cell biology and atherosclerosis at the Cleveland Clinic.

“This is the first direct head-to-head comparison of the effects of ingesting glucose versus ingesting erythritol on multiple different measures of platelet function,” Hazen said. “Glucose doesn’t impact clotting, but erythritol does.”

While small, the study was “very intriguing and interesting,” said Dr. Andrew Freeman, director of cardiovascular prevention and wellness at National Jewish Health in Denver.

“I’m not saying we need to cease using these sugar alcohols immediately, but this line of research certainly begs the question: Are they safe or not?” said Freeman, who was not involved in the research.

In response to the study, the Calorie Control Council, an industry association, told CNN that 30 years of science has shown erythritol to be a “proven safe and effective choice” for sugar and calorie reduction.

“Consumers should interpret the results of this pilot with extreme caution. The limited number of participants, a total of 10, were given an excessive amount of erythritol, nearly quadruple the maximum amount approved in any single beverage in the United States,” the council’s president, Carla Saunders, said in an email.

However, the amount of erythritol used in each drink in the study — 30 grams — was the equivalent of what is included in typical sugar-free sodas, ice creams or muffins, of which people often eat more than one, Hazen said.

“This research raises some concerns that a standard serving of an erythritol-sweetened food or beverage may acutely stimulate a direct clot-forming effect,” said study coauthor Dr. Wai Hong Wilson Tang, research director for heart failure and cardiac transplantation at the Cleveland Clinic, in a statement.

It only takes a tiny bit of Artificial Sweetener to add plenty of taste, so filler substances such as Sugar Alcohols are used to create the Granules. Handmade Pictures/iStockphoto/Getty Images/iStockphoto

What Are Sugar Alcohols?

Like sorbitol and xylitol, erythritol is a sugar alcohol, a carb found naturally in many fruits and vegetables. The human body also makes erythritol as a byproduct of glucose metabolism but only in small quantities.

Artificially manufactured in massive quantities, erythritol has no lingering aftertaste, doesn’t spike blood sugar and has less of a laxative effect than some other sugar alcohols. It has about 70% of the sweetness of sugar and is considered zero calorie, according to experts.

Erythritol is the largest ingredient by weight in many “natural” stevia and monk fruit products, Hazen said. It looks and tastes like sugar and can be used for baking. It is also a key ingredient in many keto-friendly products including ice cream, Hazen said.

“If you look at nutrition labels on many keto ice creams, you’ll see ‘reducing sugar’ or ‘sugar alcohol,’ which are terms for erythritol,” he told CNN in an earlier interview.

“You’ll find a typical pint has somewhere between 26 and 45 grams in it.”

Artificially created erythritol, along with its cousins, are considered “generally recognized as safe,” or GRAS, by the US Food and Drug Administration.

Series of Studies Show Similar Results

The new study, published Thursday in the journal Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology, asked 20 participants to fast overnight in preparation for a morning blood draw. Next, they were given a drink with either 30 grams of erythritol or 30 grams of sugar. After 30 minutes, blood was drawn again.

Levels of erythritol in the blood rose by a thousandfold after the one drink with that substance, while blood sugars rose a small amount after the drink containing glucose. However, it was the change in platelet activity that was startling, Hazen said.

“We saw enhanced clotting, using measures of how quickly clots will occlude a vessel or stop blood flow, which is like a model of a heart attack or a stroke,” he said.

Similar results appeared in a 2023 study by Hazen and his colleagues in which eight healthy volunteers also consumed the same amount of erythritol and saw a thousandfold spike of the substance in their blood.

“(Erythritol) remained elevated above the threshold necessary to trigger and heighten clotting risk for the following two to three days,” Hazen said at the time.

That study also analyzed the blood of more than 4,000 people in the United States and Europe and found that those with the highest levels of erythritol were twice as likely to experience a heart attack or stroke.

“What we’re seeing with erythritol is the platelets become super responsive: A mere 10% stimulant produces 90% to 100% of a clot formation,” Hazen said.

The studies were done in healthy people without chronic disease; however, the study’s findings still apply for the future, Hazen said.

“However, if you look at middle-aged America, the average person has two to three risk factors for heart disease, and 70% of us are going to develop heart disease in our lifetime, so maybe we should all be considering action,” he said.

When it comes to the risk of cardiovascular disease, occasional sugar-sweetened treats in small amounts may be preferable to consuming drinks and foods sweetened with the sugar alcohols, he said. That’s especially true for anyone at highest risk for clotting, heart attack and stroke — such as those with existing cardiac disease or diabetes.

“Cardiovascular disease builds over time, and heart disease is the leading cause of death globally,” he said. “We need to make sure the foods we eat aren’t hidden contributors.”

[nourish11]

Tame the Beast: Simple Ways to Lower Your Cholesterol

Imagine your arteries like highways carrying blood throughout your body. Cholesterol, a fatty substance, can be like sticky gunk that builds up on these highways.expand_more Too much gunk (bad cholesterol) can narrow the roads, making it harder for blood to flow.expand_more This can lead to heart problems down the line.expand_more But fear not! Here's the good news: you can tackle this and keep your arteries flowing smoothly.

Eat Like a Champion:

Swap the Villains: Fatty meats (think marbled steaks, sausages), fried foods (french fries, onion rings), and sugary treats (cakes, cookies) are the bad guys. They raise your bad cholesterol. Limit these and choose leaner protein sources like grilled chicken or fish, bake or air-fry your favorites instead, and satisfy your sweet tooth with fruits or a small square of dark chocolate.

Befriend the Good Guys: These are your cholesterol-fighting superheroes! Pile your plate with colorful fruits and veggies (think berries, apples, spinach, broccoli). Whole grains like brown rice, oatmeal, and whole-wheat bread are also champions.expand_more Don't forget about fish, especially salmon – it's packed with omega-3 fatty acids, good fats that help lower bad cholesterol.expand_more

Move Your Body, Feel Great! Exercise is magic! Just 30 minutes of activity most days of the week can make a big difference. It doesn't have to be a gym session – a brisk walk, a bike ride, swimming, dancing in your living room – anything that gets your heart pumping for a sustained period is fantastic.

Shedding Pounds, Big Gains: Even a small weight loss can have a surprising impact on your cholesterol levels. Talk to your doctor about healthy weight loss goals. Remember, it's a marathon, not a sprint. Aim for gradual, sustainable changes.

Bonus Hacks:

Kick the Butt: Smoking is a double whammy – it hurts your heart and raises bad cholesterol.expand_more Quitting is one of the best things you can do for your overall health.expand_more

Chill Out: Stress can be a bad influence on your cholesterol too.expand_more Find healthy ways to manage stress, like yoga, meditation, or spending time in nature.

The Key:

Remember, lowering cholesterol is a journey, not a destination. Make small, manageable changes that you can stick with for the long haul. Talk to your doctor for personalized advice and track your progress. Celebrate your victories, no matter how small. You've got this!

[midnight-gardener]

Ahhh they're so cute 😭

Thank you sm for doing my ask!

You hear that DC? That's the sound of Jon and Damien being happy TOGETHER as they should've been all along!

Hi spicy! This is my first time doing an ask for you!

What do you think of the hc that kryptonians can purr?

Idk if this is an ask on what you think or a drawing request but you could pick either one (it would be cool if you did both!)

I read this fic a while ago that had this hc, and it has had a claim on my mind ever since

I think this would look really cute in your art style or I just would really love to know what you think of it, if you don't wanna draw that

(The fics name is cat tactic of healing by CarrionCarnival if you want to read it :D)

Btw I love your Damijon art and I absolutely die every time I see it. They're just so cute!

I hope you have a good day/night!

First of all, thank you so very much!! It means a lot to me!

Second of all, I LOVE that headcanon. I had to doodle something real quick lol. Cat’s bones vibrate at a frequency that helps bones heal, so Damian gets some prescription cuddles!!

Sorry that it’s so mess, I might do a cleaner version later and tag you in it.

[thespacesay]

jfc my day sure got to be an adventure.

firsts!: urgent care visit, ER visit, EKG.

not firsts: stuck by a newbie who couldn't find my veins, people not knowing or asking about my name and pronouns despite being in a very progressive city, and *test results come back all fine and dandy* after distinctly not fine symtpoms

[transparentbeardmentality]

This thread is really worth reading. People maybe don't mean to be, but they are ignorantly awful. It's painful.

[germality]

[miss-m-winks]

I had a pulmonary embolism over a year ago, in the summer. Not the same as a heart attack, but it was still pretty nasty and I'm glad I had the mind to insist on being taken to the hospital, even though I didnt consider an ambulance because my head was so fuzzy.

If you ever experience a sudden and unexplained pain anywhere in your body, please take it seriously. My pulmonary embolism came out of nowhere, just a matter of poor timing as multiple clots all hit a tight spot I guess. I was overcome with tight cheat pain, difficulty breathing, and dizziness. I passed out on my floor all hunched over in a fetal position and I do not know how long I was out. Couldn't have been very long though. Should have called an ambulance right then, but all I could think to do was try to make breathing easier. I was really nauseous for the first few minutes. Laying down would help for a bit, walking felt bad. I was alone for several minutes in an empty house until someone else finally came home and I had to deal with several "have you tried stretching like this?" And "maybe you pulled something when you moved your laundry to the dryer" before I got them to take me to urgent care. Which checked me over and sent me to the emergency room. And then a nurse sent me to a doctor immediately instead of making me wait in the front any longer after having tests done. They would have sent me to the ICU if it wasn't so crowded, and luckily I made a very quick recovery once they got the clot busting medications into my system. Still had to be there for a few days and I remained on blood thinners until this year.

Like I said, it's not a heart attack, but blood clots are a pretty nasty problem and they do kill. A massive multi-clot pulmonary embolism in the bridge between the lungs is statistically more likely to end up killing someone pretty fast, I just got real lucky.

Pay attention to sudden pain. Know that it's bad for your heart to be racing for an extended period of time when you're at rest. Do not assume you're just out of shape and need to stretch. If you can think straight at all, call an ambulance instead of waiting around for the tedium of emergency rooms and making people drive you there. Heart attack, blood clots, doesn't matter. Severe and unexpected pain is always a bad sign. Do not hesitate to get it checked out.

A nurse has heart attack and describes what she felt like when having one

I am an ER nurse and this is the best description of this event that I have ever heard. 

 FEMALE HEART ATTACKS 

 I was aware that female heart attacks are different, but this is description is so incredibly visceral that I feel like I have an entire new understanding of what it feels like to be living the symptoms on the inside. Women rarely have the same dramatic symptoms that men have… you know, the sudden stabbing pain in the chest, the cold sweat, grabbing the chest & dropping to the floor the we see in movies. Here is the story of one woman’s experience with a heart attack: 

 "I had a heart attack at about 10:30 PM with NO prior exertion, NO prior emotional trauma that one would suspect might have brought it on. I was sitting all snugly & warm on a cold evening, with my purring cat in my lap, reading an interesting story my friend had sent me, and actually thinking, ‘A-A-h, this is the life, all cozy and warm in my soft, cushy Lazy Boy with my feet propped up. A moment later, I felt that awful sensation of indigestion, when you’ve been in a hurry and grabbed a bite of sandwich and washed it down with a dash of water, and that hurried bite seems to feel like you’ve swallowed a golf ball going down the esophagus in slow motion and it is most uncomfortable. You realize you shouldn’t have gulped it down so fast and needed to chew it more thoroughly and this time drink a glass of water to hasten its progress down to the stomach. This was my initial sensation–the only trouble was that I hadn’t taken a bite of anything since about 5:00 p.m. 

After it seemed to subside, the next sensation was like little squeezing motions that seemed to be racing up my SPINE (hind-sight, it was probably my aorta spasms), gaining speed as they continued racing up and under my sternum (breast bone, where one presses rhythmically when administering CPR). This fascinating process continued on into my throat and branched out into both jaws. ‘AHA!! NOW I stopped puzzling about what was happening – we all have read and/or heard about pain in the jaws being one of the signals of an MI happening, haven’t we? I said aloud to myself and the cat, Dear God, I think I’m having a heart attack! I lowered the foot rest dumping the cat from my lap, started to take a step and fell on the floor instead. I thought to myself, If this is a heart attack, I shouldn’t be walking into the next room where the phone is or anywhere else… but, on the other hand, if I don’t, nobody will know that I need help, and if I wait any longer I may not be able to get up in a moment. 

I pulled myself up with the arms of the chair, walked slowly into the next room and dialed the Paramedics… I told her I thought I was having a heart attack due to the pressure building under the sternum and radiating into my jaws. I didn’t feel hysterical or afraid, just stating the facts. She said she was sending the Paramedics over immediately, asked if the front door was near to me, and if so, to un-bolt the door and then lie down on the floor where they could see me when they came in. I unlocked the door and then laid down on the floor as instructed and lost consciousness, as I don’t remember the medics coming in, their examination, lifting me onto a gurney or getting me into their ambulance, or hearing the call they made to St. Jude ER on the way, but I did briefly awaken when we arrived and saw that the radiologist was already there in his surgical blues and cap, helping the medics pull my stretcher out of the ambulance. He was bending over me asking questions (probably something like ‘Have you taken any medications?’) but I couldn’t make my mind interpret what he was saying, or form an answer, and nodded off again, not waking up until the Cardiologist and partner had already threaded the teeny angiogram balloon up my femoral artery into the aorta and into my heart where they installed 2 side by side stints to hold open my right coronary artery. 

I know it sounds like all my thinking and actions at home must have taken at least 20-30 minutes before calling the paramedics, but actually it took perhaps 4-5 minutes before the call, and both the fire station and St Jude are only minutes away from my home, and my Cardiologist was already to go to the OR in his scrubs and get going on restarting my heart (which had stopped somewhere between my arrival and the procedure) and installing the stents. Why have I written all of this to you with so much detail? Because I want all of you who are so important in my life to know what I learned first hand. 

1. Be aware that something very different is happening in your body, not the usual men’s symptoms but inexplicable things happening (until my sternum and jaws got into the act). It is said that many more women than men die of their first (and last) MI because they didn’t know they were having one and commonly mistake it as indigestion, take some Maalox or other anti-heartburn preparation and go to bed, hoping they’ll feel better in the morning when they wake up… which doesn’t happen. My female friends, your symptoms might not be exactly like mine, so I advise you to call the Paramedics if ANYTHING is unpleasantly happening that you’ve not felt before. It is better to have a ‘false alarm’ visitation than to risk your life guessing what it might be! 2. Note that I said ‘Call the Paramedics.’ And if you can take an aspirin. Ladies, TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE! Do NOT try to drive yourself to the ER - you are a hazard to others on the road. Do NOT have your panicked husband who will be speeding and looking anxiously at what’s happening with you instead of the road. Do NOT call your doctor – he doesn’t know where you live and if it’s at night you won’t reach him anyway, and if it’s daytime, his assistants (or answering service) will tell you to call the Paramedics. He doesn’t carry the equipment in his car that you need to be saved! The Paramedics do, principally OXYGEN that you need ASAP. Your Dr. will be notified later. 3. Don’t assume it couldn’t be a heart attack because you have a normal cholesterol count. Research has discovered that a cholesterol elevated reading is rarely the cause of an MI (unless it’s unbelievably high and/or accompanied by high blood pressure). MIs are usually caused by long-term stress and inflammation in the body, which dumps all sorts of deadly hormones into your system to sludge things up in there. Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let’s be careful and be aware. The more we know the better chance we could survive to tell the tale.“

Reblog, repost, Facebook, tweet, pin, email, morse code, fucking carrier pigeon this to save a life! I wish I knew who the author was. I’m definitely not the OP, actually think it might be an old chain email or even letter from back in the day. The version I saw floating around Facebook ended with “my cardiologist says mail this to 10 friends, maybe you’ll save one!” And knew this was way too interesting not to pass on.