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Today would have been my parent's 61st wedding anniversary. But Mum is nearly six years gone and Dad over 29.
So it goes, so it goes.
Today is Friday: bin day. Gym Day. And the first day of the nine day Heritage Weekend.
I set my alarm for six.
Woke when it went off. Went back to sleep. Twice. Woke at ten to seven to find Cleo snuggled up beside me.
I sigh, and get up. Jools hear me, start boiling the water for coffee, so that once dressed, in my sports shorts, there is a cup of coffee ready.
We talk and then put the bins, put on our pumps all ready for some phys in Whitfield.
Friday is crazy busy on the roads, but we reach the car park safe, walk to the entrance to find IT has crashed again, so we were waved in.
Both bikes free again, I settle down to ride for half an hour in Patagonia whilst listening to some early 21st century indie music.
We do half an hour, coming a day since we were last here, feels about right. So back home for breakfast and another brew, so that Jools could leave the house for her craft meeting in the village library at half nine.
I tidy up whilst se is gone, also have a shower, bring in the bins which have been emptied.
Once she is back we have a rushed lunch of a stale roll and peppered roast beef which I turn into Rubens with mustard and pickle.
Yummy.
And then out for a quick visit to Ramsgate to The Grange and Pugin's church next door.
Augustus Pugin built his family home on a plot of land he had bought, and next door, in time, he built his perfect church.
His home, The Grange, is owned by The Landmark Trust, and is only open to the public on Heritage Weekends, and as it had been a decade since I last visited, it was time to go back to record some details, and then visit the church to take shots of the glass in his church.
We drove to Thanet on the teeth of a squall, dry for us, but looking across Pegwell Bay we could see the sheets of rain sweeping towards us.
I parked the car, leaving Jools to read in the car, so I scampered the hundred yards to The Grange, had my name ticked off and was allowed to enter.
The Landmark Trust helped renovate The Grange, all working hard to ensure that the fixtures and fittings, colours were aligned with what Pugin had installed originally.
I visited mainly to photograph details in the library and Pugin's study, not going back upstairs. I took my shots, talked to a couple of the guides, then walked the hundred more yards to the church.
The Catholic Shrine to St Augustine, as it is now called, is the family church of the Pugin's, with Augustus's tomb in the south chapel.
I had the church to myself for the most part, so snapped a few general views, I concentrated on the glass, all high quality.
Outside the squall arrived, rain hammered down on the roof. Jools texted to ask if I wanted to be picked up: I rode my luck and by the time I left, there was a small break in the clouds and no rain was falling.
I got back to the car just in time, as the rain began as we drove back south to Dover.
We stopped at Richborough for petrol, and ice cream. Then back home as the rain hammered down and the wipers struggled to cope with the volume of water falling from the sky.
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Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin (1 March 1812 – 14 September 1852) was an English architect, designer, artist and critic, chiefly remembered for his pioneering role in the Gothic Revival style; his work culminated in the interior design of the Palace of Westminster. Pugin designed many churches in England, and some in Ireland and Australia.[1] Pugin was the son of Auguste Pugin, and the father of E.W. and Peter Paul Pugin, who continued his architectural firm as Pugin & Pugin.
Pugin was the son of a French draughtsman, Auguste Pugin, who had come to England as a result of the French Revolution and had married Catherine Welby of the Denton, Lincolnshire Welby family.[3] Augustus was born at his parents' house in Bloomsbury. Between 1821 and 1838 Pugin's father had published a series of volumes of architectural drawings, the first two entitled, Specimens of Gothic Architecture, and the following three, Examples of Gothic Architecture, that were to remain both in print and the standard references for Gothic architecture for at least the next century.
As a child he was taken each Sunday by his mother to the services of the fashionable Scottish Presbyterian preacher Edward Irving (later founder of the Holy Catholic Apostolic Church), at his chapel in Cross Street, Hatton Garden.[4] He soon rebelled against this version of Christianity: according to Benjamin Ferrey, Pugin "always expressed unmitigated disgust at the cold and sterile forms of the Scotch church; and the moment he broke free from the trammels imposed on him by his mother, he rushed into the arms of a church which, pompous by its ceremonies, was attractive to his imaginative mind".
Pugin learned drawing from his father, and for a while attended Christ's Hospital. After leaving school he worked in his father's office, and in 1825 and 1827 accompanied him on visits to France.[6] His first commissions independent of his father were for designs for the goldsmiths Rundell and Bridge, and for designs for furniture at Windsor Castle, from the upholsterers Morrel and Seddon. Through a contact made while working at Windsor, he became interested in the design of theatre scenery, and in 1831 obtained a commission to design the sets for the production of a new opera called Kenilworth at Covent Garden.[7] He also developed an interest in sailing, and briefly commanded a small merchant schooner trading between Britain and Holland, which allowed him to import examples of furniture and carving from Flanders,with which he later furnished his house at Ramsgate.[8] During one voyage in 1830 he was wrecked on the Scottish coast near Leith,[9] as a result of which he came into contact with Edinburgh architect James Gillespie Graham, who advised him to abandon seafaring for architecture.[10] He then set up a business supplying historically accurate carved wood and stone details for the increasing number of buildings being constructed in the Gothic style, but the enterprise soon failed.
In 1831, aged nineteen, Pugin married the first of his three wives, Anne Garnet.[11] Anne died a few months later in childbirth, leaving him with a daughter. He had a further six children, including the architect Edward Pugin, with his second wife, Louisa Button, who died in 1844. His third wife, Jane Knill, kept a journal of their married life together, between their marriage in 1848 and his death; it was later published.[12] Their son was Peter Paul Pugin.
In 1834, Pugin became a Roman Catholic convert,[16] and was received into the Church in the following year.[17] Pugin's father Auguste-Charles Pugin, was a Frenchman who had come to England as a result of the French Revolution. It is probable that he, like many others, converted to the Anglican faith in order to get work (it was highly unlikely that any non-Anglican could obtain a government commission or tender for example).
British society at this time had many restrictions on any person not adhering to the state religion of the Anglican Church. Non-Anglicans could not attend University, for example as well as being unable to stand for parish or city councils, be an MP, serve as a policeman, in the armed forces or even on a jury. A number of reforms in the early 19th century changed this situation, the most important of which was the Roman Catholic Relief Act of 1829 which specifically abolished the restrictions on Catholics. After 1829 it became (in theory at least) possible to have a successful career while being a Catholic - this was the background to A W Pugin's conversion to the Roman Catholic Church.
However his conversion also brought him into contact with new patrons and employers. In 1832 he had made the acquaintance of John Talbot, 16th Earl of Shrewsbury, a Roman Catholic, sympathetic to his aesthetic views who employed him in alterations and additions to his residence Alton Towers, which subsequently led to many other commissions.[18] Shrewsbury commissioned him to build St. Giles' Catholic Church, Cheadle, completed in 1846, and Pugin was also responsible for designing the oldest Catholic church in Shropshire, St Peter and Paul at Newport.
In 1841 he left Salisbury,[20] finding it an inconvenient base for his growing architectural practice.[21] He sold St Marie's Grange at a considerable financial loss,[22] and moved temporarily to Cheyne Walk, Chelsea. He had however already purchased a piece of land at the West Cliff, Ramsgate, where he proceeded to build himself a large house and, at his own expense, a church on which he worked whenever funds allowed. His second wife died in 1844 and was buried at St. Chad's, Birmingham, a church which he had designed himself.
Following the destruction by fire of the Palace of Westminster in 1834, Pugin was employed by Sir Charles Barry to supply interior designs for his entry to the architectural competition which would determine who would build the new Palace of Westminster. Pugin also supplied drawings for James Gillespie Graham's entry.[24] This followed a period of employment when Pugin had worked with Barry on the interior design of King Edward's School, Birmingham. Despite his conversion to Catholicism in 1834, Pugin designed and refurbished both Anglican and Catholic churches throughout the country.
Other works include St Chad's Cathedral, Erdington Abbey and Oscott College, all in Birmingham. He also designed the college buildings of St Patrick and St Mary in St. Patrick's College, Maynooth; though not the college chapel. His original plans included both a chapel and an aula maxima (great hall), neither of which were built because of financial constraints. The college chapel was designed by a follower of Pugin, the Irish architect J.J. McCarthy. Also in Ireland, Pugin designed St Mary's Cathedral in Killarney, St Aidan's Cathedral, Enniscorthy (renovated in 1996) and the Dominican church of the Holy Cross in Tralee. He revised the plans for St Michael's Church in Ballinasloe, Galway. Pugin was also invited by Bishop Wareing to design what eventually became Northampton Cathedral, a project that was completed in 1864 by Pugin's son Edward Welby Pugin.
Pugin visited Italy in 1847; his experience there confirmed his dislike of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, but he found much to admire in the medieval art of northern Italy.
In February 1852, while travelling with his son Edward by train, Pugin suffered a total breakdown and arrived in London unable to recognise anyone or speak coherently. For four months he was confined to a private asylum, Kensington House. In June, he was transferred to the Royal Bethlem Hospital, popularly known as Bedlam.[26] At that time, Bethlem Hospital was opposite St George's Cathedral, Southwark, one of Pugin's major buildings, where he had married his third wife, Jane, in 1848. Jane and a doctor removed Pugin from Bedlam and took him to a private house in Hammersmith where they attempted therapy, and he recovered sufficiently to recognise his wife.[26] In September, Jane took her husband back to The Grange in Ramsgate, where he died on 14 September 1852.[26] He is buried in his church next to The Grange, St Augustine's, Ramsgate.
On Pugin's death certificate, the cause listed was "convulsions followed by coma". Pugin's biographer, Rosemary Hill, suggests that, in the last year of his life, he was suffering from hyperthyroidism which would account for his symptoms of exaggerated appetite, perspiration, and restlessness. Hill writes that Pugin's medical history, including eye problems and recurrent illness from his early twenties, suggests that he contracted syphilis in his late teens, and this may have been the cause of his death at the age of 40.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augustus_Pugin
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The Grange (aka St Augustine's Grange) in Ramsgate, Kent, on the coast in southern England was the home of the Victorian architect and designer August Pugin. He designed it in the Victorian Gothic style; it is a Grade I listed building.
Pugin bought the land for the site at West Cliff, Ramsgate, in 1841.[2] The house was built between 1843 and 1844 by the builder George Myers. Pugin's second wife died in 1844 and it was only after his third marriage to Jane Knill in 1848 that it became a family home.
The interior of the house was finally completed in 1850. It is built from the inside out in the sense that the layout of the rooms was considered before the outside of the building. This is in contrast to the Georgian style that preceded it. The style was influential on subsequent English architecture designed by architects like Edwin Lutyens.
Pugin died in the house in 1852 at the age of only 40. He is buried in the impressive Pugin chantry chapel in St Augustine's Church, next to the house, which was also designed by him and completed by his eldest son, Edward Pugin, who was also an architect.
Our cat, Pick, will be 17 yrs old in a few months. He was recently diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, which means that most likely he will need to be pilled every day for the rest of his life. No one is thrilled about it. At least the pills are small.
Fucus distichus (pronounced: fiuu-kus), known by the common name Bladder wrack, is a seaweed found on the coasts of the North Sea, the western Baltic Sea, and the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, also known by the common names black tang, rockweed, bladder Fucus, sea oak, black tany, cut weed and rock wrack.
The species is common especially on sheltered shores from the middle littoral to lower intertidal levels. It is rare on exposed shores where any specimens may be short, stunted and without the air vesicles. It is a very variable alga. It can grow to 100 cm or more and is easily recognised by the small gas–filled vesicles that occur in pairs on either side of a central midrib running along the centre of the strap-like frond.
It was the original source of iodine, discovered in 1811, and was used extensively to treat goitre, a swelling of the thyroid gland related to iodine deficiency. A common food in Japan, bladder wrack is used as an additive and flavouring in various food products in Europe. Bladder wrack is commonly found as a component of kelp tablets or powders used as nutritional supplements. It has a reputation in helping the relief of rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis, both used internally and as an external application upon inflamed joints. A chemical constituent of bladder wrack called alginic acid swells upon contact with water; when taken orally, it forms a type of "seal" at the top of the stomach, and for this reason is used in several over-the-counter preparations for heartburn. The same constituent gives bladder wrack laxative properties as well. Other proposed uses of bladder wrack include treating atherosclerosis and strengthening immunity, although there is no scientific evidence at present that it works for these purposes.
Primary chemical constituents of this plant include mucilage, algin, mannitol, beta-carotene, zeaxanthin, iodine, bromine, potassium, volatile oils, and many other minerals.
Bladder wrack should not be used in cases of hyperthyroidism or cardiac problems, or during pregnancy and lactation. Excessive dosage may lead to hyperthyroidism, tremor, increased pulse rate and elevated blood pressure.
Steve B: I can actually say that T----m REALLY WORKS!
I have needed to lose weight for a while and now I
can fit into my old clothing again. Not only did I lose
61 pounds, I lost six inches off my waist and just over
six inches off my belly. I took T-----m before each
meal and did not eat after 6:00. I also joined the
gym, used the steam sauna, and swam in the pool
three times a week on average. T-----m brought me
off the couch and got me very motivated. Go T-----m!
My illness contaminates my blood, Manic Depression and Hyperthyroidism was due to an accident that i encounter many years ago and Traumatic Brain Injury is what i've got.
Spike Mulligan is a 12 year old DSH tabby and white kitty. Spike Mulligan is a very affectionate and cute little guy. He is very personable, and spends most of his day in the reception room here at Tree House. He gets along with the other cats. He has recently been diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism. He takes a daily pill. He is very easy to pill!
ShBoom had her 16th birthday recently. She's in pretty good health except for hyperthyroidism for which she takes meds daily. She loves to watch leaves blow across the yard--hard to see through the raindrops.
Ahja would welcome some positive vibes, flickr friends, as she is going to be all by herself at the animal hospital for radioactive iodine treatment. We look forward to her coming home in 10 days or so, hopefully with some kind of awesome super power, or at least with her hyperthyroidism cured.
Today would have been my parent's 61st wedding anniversary. But Mum is nearly six years gone and Dad over 29.
So it goes, so it goes.
Today is Friday: bin day. Gym Day. And the first day of the nine day Heritage Weekend.
I set my alarm for six.
Woke when it went off. Went back to sleep. Twice. Woke at ten to seven to find Cleo snuggled up beside me.
I sigh, and get up. Jools hear me, start boiling the water for coffee, so that once dressed, in my sports shorts, there is a cup of coffee ready.
We talk and then put the bins, put on our pumps all ready for some phys in Whitfield.
Friday is crazy busy on the roads, but we reach the car park safe, walk to the entrance to find IT has crashed again, so we were waved in.
Both bikes free again, I settle down to ride for half an hour in Patagonia whilst listening to some early 21st century indie music.
We do half an hour, coming a day since we were last here, feels about right. So back home for breakfast and another brew, so that Jools could leave the house for her craft meeting in the village library at half nine.
I tidy up whilst se is gone, also have a shower, bring in the bins which have been emptied.
Once she is back we have a rushed lunch of a stale roll and peppered roast beef which I turn into Rubens with mustard and pickle.
Yummy.
And then out for a quick visit to Ramsgate to The Grange and Pugin's church next door.
Augustus Pugin built his family home on a plot of land he had bought, and next door, in time, he built his perfect church.
His home, The Grange, is owned by The Landmark Trust, and is only open to the public on Heritage Weekends, and as it had been a decade since I last visited, it was time to go back to record some details, and then visit the church to take shots of the glass in his church.
We drove to Thanet on the teeth of a squall, dry for us, but looking across Pegwell Bay we could see the sheets of rain sweeping towards us.
I parked the car, leaving Jools to read in the car, so I scampered the hundred yards to The Grange, had my name ticked off and was allowed to enter.
The Landmark Trust helped renovate The Grange, all working hard to ensure that the fixtures and fittings, colours were aligned with what Pugin had installed originally.
I visited mainly to photograph details in the library and Pugin's study, not going back upstairs. I took my shots, talked to a couple of the guides, then walked the hundred more yards to the church.
The Catholic Shrine to St Augustine, as it is now called, is the family church of the Pugin's, with Augustus's tomb in the south chapel.
I had the church to myself for the most part, so snapped a few general views, I concentrated on the glass, all high quality.
Outside the squall arrived, rain hammered down on the roof. Jools texted to ask if I wanted to be picked up: I rode my luck and by the time I left, there was a small break in the clouds and no rain was falling.
I got back to the car just in time, as the rain began as we drove back south to Dover.
We stopped at Richborough for petrol, and ice cream. Then back home as the rain hammered down and the wipers struggled to cope with the volume of water falling from the sky.
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Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin (1 March 1812 – 14 September 1852) was an English architect, designer, artist and critic, chiefly remembered for his pioneering role in the Gothic Revival style; his work culminated in the interior design of the Palace of Westminster. Pugin designed many churches in England, and some in Ireland and Australia.[1] Pugin was the son of Auguste Pugin, and the father of E.W. and Peter Paul Pugin, who continued his architectural firm as Pugin & Pugin.
Pugin was the son of a French draughtsman, Auguste Pugin, who had come to England as a result of the French Revolution and had married Catherine Welby of the Denton, Lincolnshire Welby family.[3] Augustus was born at his parents' house in Bloomsbury. Between 1821 and 1838 Pugin's father had published a series of volumes of architectural drawings, the first two entitled, Specimens of Gothic Architecture, and the following three, Examples of Gothic Architecture, that were to remain both in print and the standard references for Gothic architecture for at least the next century.
As a child he was taken each Sunday by his mother to the services of the fashionable Scottish Presbyterian preacher Edward Irving (later founder of the Holy Catholic Apostolic Church), at his chapel in Cross Street, Hatton Garden.[4] He soon rebelled against this version of Christianity: according to Benjamin Ferrey, Pugin "always expressed unmitigated disgust at the cold and sterile forms of the Scotch church; and the moment he broke free from the trammels imposed on him by his mother, he rushed into the arms of a church which, pompous by its ceremonies, was attractive to his imaginative mind".
Pugin learned drawing from his father, and for a while attended Christ's Hospital. After leaving school he worked in his father's office, and in 1825 and 1827 accompanied him on visits to France.[6] His first commissions independent of his father were for designs for the goldsmiths Rundell and Bridge, and for designs for furniture at Windsor Castle, from the upholsterers Morrel and Seddon. Through a contact made while working at Windsor, he became interested in the design of theatre scenery, and in 1831 obtained a commission to design the sets for the production of a new opera called Kenilworth at Covent Garden.[7] He also developed an interest in sailing, and briefly commanded a small merchant schooner trading between Britain and Holland, which allowed him to import examples of furniture and carving from Flanders,with which he later furnished his house at Ramsgate.[8] During one voyage in 1830 he was wrecked on the Scottish coast near Leith,[9] as a result of which he came into contact with Edinburgh architect James Gillespie Graham, who advised him to abandon seafaring for architecture.[10] He then set up a business supplying historically accurate carved wood and stone details for the increasing number of buildings being constructed in the Gothic style, but the enterprise soon failed.
In 1831, aged nineteen, Pugin married the first of his three wives, Anne Garnet.[11] Anne died a few months later in childbirth, leaving him with a daughter. He had a further six children, including the architect Edward Pugin, with his second wife, Louisa Button, who died in 1844. His third wife, Jane Knill, kept a journal of their married life together, between their marriage in 1848 and his death; it was later published.[12] Their son was Peter Paul Pugin.
In 1834, Pugin became a Roman Catholic convert,[16] and was received into the Church in the following year.[17] Pugin's father Auguste-Charles Pugin, was a Frenchman who had come to England as a result of the French Revolution. It is probable that he, like many others, converted to the Anglican faith in order to get work (it was highly unlikely that any non-Anglican could obtain a government commission or tender for example).
British society at this time had many restrictions on any person not adhering to the state religion of the Anglican Church. Non-Anglicans could not attend University, for example as well as being unable to stand for parish or city councils, be an MP, serve as a policeman, in the armed forces or even on a jury. A number of reforms in the early 19th century changed this situation, the most important of which was the Roman Catholic Relief Act of 1829 which specifically abolished the restrictions on Catholics. After 1829 it became (in theory at least) possible to have a successful career while being a Catholic - this was the background to A W Pugin's conversion to the Roman Catholic Church.
However his conversion also brought him into contact with new patrons and employers. In 1832 he had made the acquaintance of John Talbot, 16th Earl of Shrewsbury, a Roman Catholic, sympathetic to his aesthetic views who employed him in alterations and additions to his residence Alton Towers, which subsequently led to many other commissions.[18] Shrewsbury commissioned him to build St. Giles' Catholic Church, Cheadle, completed in 1846, and Pugin was also responsible for designing the oldest Catholic church in Shropshire, St Peter and Paul at Newport.
In 1841 he left Salisbury,[20] finding it an inconvenient base for his growing architectural practice.[21] He sold St Marie's Grange at a considerable financial loss,[22] and moved temporarily to Cheyne Walk, Chelsea. He had however already purchased a piece of land at the West Cliff, Ramsgate, where he proceeded to build himself a large house and, at his own expense, a church on which he worked whenever funds allowed. His second wife died in 1844 and was buried at St. Chad's, Birmingham, a church which he had designed himself.
Following the destruction by fire of the Palace of Westminster in 1834, Pugin was employed by Sir Charles Barry to supply interior designs for his entry to the architectural competition which would determine who would build the new Palace of Westminster. Pugin also supplied drawings for James Gillespie Graham's entry.[24] This followed a period of employment when Pugin had worked with Barry on the interior design of King Edward's School, Birmingham. Despite his conversion to Catholicism in 1834, Pugin designed and refurbished both Anglican and Catholic churches throughout the country.
Other works include St Chad's Cathedral, Erdington Abbey and Oscott College, all in Birmingham. He also designed the college buildings of St Patrick and St Mary in St. Patrick's College, Maynooth; though not the college chapel. His original plans included both a chapel and an aula maxima (great hall), neither of which were built because of financial constraints. The college chapel was designed by a follower of Pugin, the Irish architect J.J. McCarthy. Also in Ireland, Pugin designed St Mary's Cathedral in Killarney, St Aidan's Cathedral, Enniscorthy (renovated in 1996) and the Dominican church of the Holy Cross in Tralee. He revised the plans for St Michael's Church in Ballinasloe, Galway. Pugin was also invited by Bishop Wareing to design what eventually became Northampton Cathedral, a project that was completed in 1864 by Pugin's son Edward Welby Pugin.
Pugin visited Italy in 1847; his experience there confirmed his dislike of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, but he found much to admire in the medieval art of northern Italy.
In February 1852, while travelling with his son Edward by train, Pugin suffered a total breakdown and arrived in London unable to recognise anyone or speak coherently. For four months he was confined to a private asylum, Kensington House. In June, he was transferred to the Royal Bethlem Hospital, popularly known as Bedlam.[26] At that time, Bethlem Hospital was opposite St George's Cathedral, Southwark, one of Pugin's major buildings, where he had married his third wife, Jane, in 1848. Jane and a doctor removed Pugin from Bedlam and took him to a private house in Hammersmith where they attempted therapy, and he recovered sufficiently to recognise his wife.[26] In September, Jane took her husband back to The Grange in Ramsgate, where he died on 14 September 1852.[26] He is buried in his church next to The Grange, St Augustine's, Ramsgate.
On Pugin's death certificate, the cause listed was "convulsions followed by coma". Pugin's biographer, Rosemary Hill, suggests that, in the last year of his life, he was suffering from hyperthyroidism which would account for his symptoms of exaggerated appetite, perspiration, and restlessness. Hill writes that Pugin's medical history, including eye problems and recurrent illness from his early twenties, suggests that he contracted syphilis in his late teens, and this may have been the cause of his death at the age of 40.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augustus_Pugin
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The Grange (aka St Augustine's Grange) in Ramsgate, Kent, on the coast in southern England was the home of the Victorian architect and designer August Pugin. He designed it in the Victorian Gothic style; it is a Grade I listed building.
Pugin bought the land for the site at West Cliff, Ramsgate, in 1841.[2] The house was built between 1843 and 1844 by the builder George Myers. Pugin's second wife died in 1844 and it was only after his third marriage to Jane Knill in 1848 that it became a family home.
The interior of the house was finally completed in 1850. It is built from the inside out in the sense that the layout of the rooms was considered before the outside of the building. This is in contrast to the Georgian style that preceded it. The style was influential on subsequent English architecture designed by architects like Edwin Lutyens.
Pugin died in the house in 1852 at the age of only 40. He is buried in the impressive Pugin chantry chapel in St Augustine's Church, next to the house, which was also designed by him and completed by his eldest son, Edward Pugin, who was also an architect.
Overview
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterized by excessive sweating that is not related to heat or exercise. It can occur in various parts of the body, including the underarms, palms, soles of the feet, and face.
Hyperhidrosis can be either primary or secondary. Primary hyperhidrosis is caused by overactive sweat glands and usually affects specific areas of the body. Secondary hyperhidrosis is caused by an underlying medical condition, such as diabetes, menopause, or thyroid problems.
Hyperhidrosis can be an embarrassing and disruptive condition, affecting a person's quality of life and causing social anxiety. It can also lead to skin irritation, fungal infections, and other complications.
Treatment options for hyperhidrosis include antiperspirants, medications, iontophoresis, botulinum toxin injections, and surgery. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the best treatment plan for individual cases of hyperhidrosis.
Causes
Hyperhidrosis, also known as excessive sweating, can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Genetics: Some people may have a genetic predisposition to excessive sweating, which means that they are more likely to develop hyperhidrosis.
- Medical conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as hyperthyroidism, menopause, and diabetes, can cause excessive sweating.
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The immune system is the human body’s most important line of defense against the many infection-causing pathogens that we encounter every day. White blood cells, originating from stem cells in our bone marrow, patrol the body like microscopic soldiers, finding and destroying hostile organisms like bacteria, parasites and viruses. But what happens if the immune system fails?
In some cases, a weakened immune response will simply miss the invading forces, allowing them to proliferate and make us sick. In others, however, the immune system may mistake the body’s own cells for the pathogens it’s trying to destroy, causing a host of symptoms ranging from irritating to life-threatening. When this occurs, the result is known as autoimmune disease.
The causes of autoimmune disease are enigmatic and poorly- understood. These illnesses appear to run in families, indicating a genetic origin, and some are found more frequently in certain genders and ethnic groups. Exposure to environmental toxins, certain drugs, and some bacterial infections may increase the risk of developing autoimmune problems over time.
Types of Autoimmune Disease
More than 80 different diseases can occur as a result of the immune system mistakenly attacking healthy tissue. The most frequent symptom of autoimmune conditions is inflammation, which causes redness, pain and swelling, and inhibits proper functioning of certain parts of the body. Patients may experience “flare-ups”, as well as periods where symptoms are less noticeable. Common autoimmune diseases include:
Rheumatoid arthritis. Immune cells attack joint tissue, causing pain, impaired mobility, and, over time, permanent joint damage.
Systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus) – The joints, lungs, kidneys, central nervous system and blood cells are affected, causing pain, skin lesions and extreme fatigue, among many other symptoms.
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis – The immune system attacks the thyroid gland, causing low levels of thyroid hormone (hypothyroidism). Symptoms develop gradually, and include fatigue, depression, hair loss and weight gain.
Psoriasis – An overactive immune response causes skin cells to reproduce rapidly, creating unsightly, uncomfortable and sometimes disfiguring plaques.
Graves’ disease – The immune system stimulates the thyroid to produce excessive amounts of thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism). Symptoms include bulging eyes, excessive weight loss, nervousness and rapid heart rate.
Type 1 diabetes – When the immune system attacks the pancreas, it becomes unable to produce insulin. Type 1 diabetics require insulin injections to survive.
Because many more, less well-known autoimmune diseases exist beyond the “big names”, and because symptoms of autoimmune dysfunction frequently mimic other conditions, misdiagnosis is unfortunately common. Patients sometimes seek appropriate treatment for years without success – a significant challenge for people already dealing with challenging illnesses.
Treatment – Traditional Approaches and New Frontiers
Autoimmune disorders impact many different bodily systems. Treatments vary depending on which parts of the body are most affected. Patients are often prescribed anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive drugs, such as steroids, to control the immune system’s abnormal reaction. These therapies are valuable, but may not promote remission in all patients – and managing symptoms alone doesn’t address the root causes. Fortunately, new research and technology have opened the door for novel approaches that can repair and restore damaged tissues and organ structures, modulating immune response and promoting healthy functioning throughout the body.
One such option is stem cell-based therapies, which offer exciting avenues for innovative treatments – and offer cures – for autoimmune disorders. Stem cells are undifferentiated cells with the potential to develop into many other kinds of cells. They play a critical role in regulating body function and replacing tissues that have been compromised via environmental toxins, infection, or genetic factors. In stem cell therapy, the patient’s own cells are minimal-invasively harvested and then reintroduced. Other cellular therapies are used to rejuvenate the function of the thymus gland also known as thymus therapy, which modulates the immune system. These therapies, in combination with individualized support protocols to reduce inflammation and stimulate stem cell mobilization, encourage the body to repair itself on a foundational level, establishing a healthy immune response and cell to cell communication.
In addition, overall wellness is critical to successful treatment. Adequate nutrition, targeted supplements, and supervised dietary changes can have a positive effect on many symptoms, as the body works to heal. Psychological stress has been implicated in the development of autoimmune disease, and managing autoimmune disease is stressful – a vicious cycle that can be broken with quality mental health support, and close attention to the vital connections between body and mind. A comprehensive approach – individually targeted, to support the whole patient – is key to battling autoimmune disease, and achieving good health for life.
Infusio is a unique, multi-level approach to healing, designed by British naturopath Philip Battiade for the treatment of chronic degenerative illnesses such as Lyme disease, autoimmune disorders, neurological disorders and cancer. The framework of the Infusio Concept consists of the Five Steps To Health, a foundational system that helps determine each patient’s individual needs and then optimizes their health. Integrating the best of traditional European medicine, alternative medicine and cutting-edge science, offering services ranging from Bioenergetics to Stem Cell Therapy and rejuvenating spa treatments, Infusio provides a 360° individualized approach to health.
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WHO SHOULD UNDERGO A DEXA SCAN
Some authorities believe you may be at risk for osteoporosis if you have one or more of the following:
1. Family history of osteoporosis
2. Early menopause either natural or surgical
3. Amenorrhea (lack of periods) particularly in young woman
4. Medications that lead to bone loss like corticosteroids, anti-seizure medicine or high dose thyroid replacement drugs.
5. Thyroid conditions such as hyperthyroidism
6. Cushing’s syndrome
7. Kidney failure colitis
8. Stomach or intestinal surgery
9. High intake of alcohol, coffee, tea or soft drinks
10. Heavy smoking
11. Low dietary intake of calcium
12. European or Asian ancestry
This card arrived from the clinic where Rusty had her treatment for hyperthyroidism. They were acknowledging the end of my payment schedule.
Part of the message also read: "We are all so happy to see that Rusty is doing well! We've been following her adventures on flickr and loved seeing her escapade with the family of crows ... We hope she continues to have her little adventures and looking so great."
hyperthyroid...note muscle-wasting in my face, neck and shoulders (I was about 30lbs underweight), slightly bulging eyes, and enlarged thyroid gland (goitre) on both sides of my neck , Menorca, circa 2004. Much better now though, thanks!!
Checking out the future site of the I-131 room, where cats with hyperthyroidism will be treated with radiioactive iodine.
Neko was treated for hyper-thyroidism, a condition where a tumour within the thyroid glad over-produces various hormones. This results in a variety of symptoms, from weight loss (see how skinny she is now compared to before - she lost over 2 kg), excessive moulting, constant thirst, over-eating, etc.
The treatment consists of Neko being injected with radioactive iodine, which is absorbed by the tumour and kills the affected cells (leaving the healthy ones alone - clever!)
So now I have a radioactive cat! (For about another week, anyway, before it dissipates).
I am looking for the first signs of mutant super-powers developing, but so far, no luck.
How Does Thyroid Affect Infertility?
Does thyroid affect infertility?
The thyroid gland produces a hormone that helps in fetal development. The baby is unable to produce its thyroid hormone and is dependent on its mother. In addition, hormones are responsible for metabolism in the mother's body. Excessive production of these amounts of hormones is called hyperthyroidism and insufficient production is called hypothyroidism. Both conditions can affect your pregnancy
Causes anovulation
Anovulation can be an irregular menstrual cycle or no period, irregular hormone levels cause anovulation.
Leads to miscarriage
Women with low thyroid hormone levels may experience a miscarriage or premature labor. Hypothyroidism makes your menstrual cycle and progesterone levels difficult. This does not allow the egg to attach to the uterus and thus, even if it is included, the mother is unable to provide the fetus with adequate thyroid hormone, resulting in pregnancy loss.
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or Graves' disease will cause irregular periods in women and men, hyperthyroidism causes low sperm count.
Prolactin level affects infertility
High prolactin levels in the blood in women can prevent ovulation from forming the hormone estrogen. Low estrogen can cause irregular periods or prevent periods altogether, low prolactin levels in men can cause erectile dysfunction and low sex drive.
Midnight hiding in her cage and refusing to come out to see me after I collected blood from her! Don't blame her. <3
Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland becomes underactive and does not produce the required amount of thyroid hormone needed for various bodily functions. Hyperthyroidism, on the other hand, occurs when the thyroid gland becomes overactive and produces too much of the thyroid...
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poor seiji, this was the worst time of his life... he had feline hyperthyroidism. he was so disagreeable at the vets that they tranquilized him and shaved his leg to draw enough blood for many tests. that fall we took him on a two hour road trip to get radio-treatment, and though it was total torment for all of us, he came back cured!
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Kahula has packed on the pounds which is good, but these snow pictures she looks horrible. If I add one of her and she looks skinny it's because she was cold and sucking in all her fat and shivering. Also. She has hyperthyroidism as well. So don't jump down my throat about it. Thanks.
To the people who don't know Kahula, I'll write down 10 facts about her. c: -
• She's a Blue Merle Great Dane, with an awesome stripe down her nose. Which I just LOVE.
• She's extremely protective, she's put herself in harms way to keep the neighbors dog away from me. She also won't let anyone around me that she don't know.
• She's attached to my hip, if she's 3ft away from me she comes running.
• She's a big ol' goof ball, she think she's a 100 (or more, she hasn't been weighed in awhile)lbs lap dog.
• She has seperation anxiety.
• She's an extremely smart dog, she's one of our smartest. :3 or well now, she is our smartest.
• She know exactly what to do to make me mad, then she'll do something to make me be happy with her again.
• She's like my guardian angel, she would walk to hell and back with me.
• We think she's inbred, seeing that her mom and her dad disapeared right after her litter.
• She was the third puppy born.
The last four nights away from school has went by horribly. I can't sleep. Right when I fall asleep I end up having a dream about Jesse, so I wake right back up. I hate dreaming. I hate being cooped up in the house as well. With all the snow on the ground it's extremely hard to get out. :\
Right now, Tweaker is tweaking out. He's running in circles, jumping on and off the couch, sliding across the floor. It's hilarious. Tweak is such a character, I don't know what I'd do without his crazyness.
This sucks, we're supposed to get MORE snow. I don't want no more. Plesae no more. I'm tired of the house. I've been here to long. I've been away from Jesse for to long. I'm going to end up flipping out. I can't sit at home like this all day. I can't even go outside for very long though. I freeze and can't feel my fingers and toes, but I still push along to atleast give the dogs a decent walk. I want to actually go back to school even though I hate not being able to go to Culinary but I can't keep sitting here.. I'm glad that we aren't really having a spring break. I'd be freaking out then, but I'd most likely have had some sort of fun seeing that it'll be warmer out.
Homecoming is now the 16th seeing that it was suposed to be today. :\ now I'm going to have to wait even longer. I hate February, stupid love month. fdajlfdaflalfdjafkdak
alkfjdaklfjdalblah. D:
Hypothyroidism is really a condition by which the human body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone. Hypothyroidism can also be referred to as an underactive thyroid. It occurs once the thyroid gland doesn’t make enough thyroxine. Most of the apparent symptoms of hypothyroidism are extremely...
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Dali has lost a quarter of his body weight during the course of his illness. I hope he can gain some back now that he has had i-131 treatment.
To Lightfoot, a box is a box is a place to sleep, no matter what size it is.
Lady Lightfoot will be in hospital April 25-29, getting radiation treatment to destroy a benign tumor that's making her hyperthyroid. She's not very sick, and this treatment is the safest of the various options, but of course I'm fretting; so please send catloaves and good wishes her way.
I had to take Chi Chi to the vet this morning. I called at 9:15 a.m. and they luckily had a 10 a.m. slot available. In the past week, he's lost a considerable amount of weight (weight that he did not have to lose as he's always been a thin cat).
We had a vet that I've never had before and she was GREAT. She has 7 cats herself and had a very calm and reassuring way with Chi Chi. He was petrified, don't get me wrong, but I felt like she at least made it *that* much easier on him.
She took him into the back to draw some blood and give him some sub-q fluids and when she brought him back to me she said "He is one of the sweetest cats I've ever met. He didn't fuss or anything back there, an ideal patient."
He really IS the sweetest cat. She has no idea.
Her unofficial diagnosis is that it's probably hyperthyroidism. I'll take that over chronic renal failure. But ideally, I'd like to hear that he just thought he needed to lose a few pounds, but realized that his body is beautiful and will gain the weight back on his own.
She said everything else about him looks extremely healthy. Let's hope all the tests concur. I should hear back tomorrow.
::::::crosses fingers & toes::::
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When I got hyperthyroidism I felt so bad that I had to lie down all the time. Hearing the sad of stories of others who had suffered from medical treatment, I began searching the Internet for natural methods of healing. I had already began a diet of foods to suppress my thyroid and was taking vitaims/minerals etc. before I found this site. I also discovered from that website that the Tea recipe is wonderful in bringing a good night's sleep. For someone who was only sleeping for two hours a night, this was a blessed relief. I drink a cup of "Graves Tea" at 9:30 and by 10:00 I am asleep and do not awaken until 6:00. The facts on hyperthyroid-symptoms.com confirmed what I had already learned as well as revealing information that I did not know. For example, I discovered foods that I should avoid and this helped to calm my heart rate. remedy for hyperthyroidism home remedy for hyperthyroidism homeopathic remedy for hyperthyroidism holistic remedy for hyperthyroidism best remedy for hyperthyroidism naturopathic remedy for hyperthyroidism remedy for hyperthyroidism natural remedy for hyperthyroidism home remedy for hyperthyroidism homeopathic remedy for hyperthyroidism herbal remedy for hyperthyroidism holistic remedy for hyperthyroidism best remedy for hyperthyroidism homeopathic remedy for hyperthyroidism cats natural remedy for hyperthyroidism in dogs home remedies for hyperthyroidism disease remedy for hyperthyroidism emedicine natural remedy for feline hyperthyroidism home remedy for hyperthyroidism homeopathic remedy for hyperthyroidism herbal remedy for hyperthyroidism holistic remedy for hyperthyroidism homoeopathic remedy for hyperthyroidism home remedies for hyperthyroidism in women natural remedy for hyperthyroidism naturopathic remedy for hyperthyroidism natural remedy for hyperthyroidism in dogs home remedy for hyperthyroid problems natural remedies for hyperthyroid problems remedy for hyperthyroidism symptoms remedy for hyperthyroidism treatment remedy for hyperthyroidism youtube The Graves Disease and Hyperthyroidism Remedy Report is not available anywhere except right on this website. Doctors and those in the medical community focus on medicine, surgery, and other medical procedures... not natural remedies. Your doctor probably doesn't know about any alternative remedies, because doctors generally don't use natural solutions. They don't even learn about natural remedies in medical school! That is why most doctors are skeptical of home remedies. But even if your doctor knew about a proven natural remedy... do you think they would tell you about it? Prescribing medication and performing surgery is the lifeblood of their business! They make money when you receive medical treatment in hospitals. They don't make money when you heal yourself at home! So if you look for natural remedy for hyperthyroidism, you defenitely need to go here: bit.ly/Nz7HtT
Pookie was a pound kitty picked out when she was little. She has been a fierce warrior and communicative house mate (probably part siamese). She has overcome being pinned by a falling mirror, having to have her left front leg that was broken, be plated and screwed. And at the start of this year, she somehow broke that leg again and had to carry a fiberglass cast on her 5.4 pound body. She sustained the all too frequent Hyperthyroidism that so many middle aged and older cats get. She gets her meds twice a day for that ailment, and once a day she gets the increaser of motility med. Her GI tract hasn't been really good for a few years, and that's what will probably take her out. She has good days (like today), where she's peppy and can't wait to get out to the smells and necessary marking of the back yard. And then she has slow days, not too interested in eating, getting our of her various nests, or interacting. We have a large part of the living room and big back room covered with blue instrument wrappers from my job in the OR, like I mentioned; her alimentary track has seen better days. She can't see or hear very well, but does try to keep her squirts on the papers, if not in the cat boxes. She's starting to spurt sometimes when her bellys rubbed, when she goes to jump and sometimes for no reason at all. She likes to sleep with us at night, we've had a cover sheet to ward off the little specks and spurts---it's hard to time the life of another. She has grown sweeter in the last 4-5 years and is so dear to the two of us (as well as to her other fans!). She's getting more rickety on her feet, but some days like today, her lust for life and adventure dim the rest of the picture.
This is Artie. He continues to live on borrowed time.
Artie was found in a dumpster along with his siblings at 5 weeks old. He was surrendered to the SPCA malnourished and generally in poor health. He spent his kittenhood mostly chillin' on the couch, a practice that he has mastered over the last 8 years. When Artie was 3, he and his buddy Al got into some unknown poisonous substance which killed my other cat Al, and nearly killed Artie. I brought him back from the brink of death with thrice daily subcutaneous injections of saline solution, forced feeding and prescription drugs. He wasn't supposed to live, but he did.
I always maintained that Artie's near death experience did damage to his body. It's impossible to say if that's true or not, but it does seem that way. Artie has developed a thyroid condition that is supposed to make him skinny and neurotic (hyperthyroid), but he's powered through it and has remained fat, lazy and laid back. Leave it to Artie to fight a condition that should force him into exercise.
Recently Artie has had trouble jumping up onto the the couch to nap, which is essentially the only exercise he gets these days. I took him to the vet, wondering if he was developing arthritis. Diagnosis: FAT. Yes, Artie has gained 2lbs (now a whopping 18lbs) since he started taking these thyroid meds, which slow his metabolism and "calm him down". Holy Christ I didn't think this cat could get any calmer, but leave it to science to provide a drug for that. So, the vet thinks that likely Artie has gotten a bit too tubby to maintain the "agility" he once had. The fat bastard now has to go on a diet, and he isn't going to like that one bit.
During the vet visit we decided to have his blood and urine tested, as the last time Artie was in his creatine tested high. The results of the urine test revealed he has crystals in his urine, which are the type not easily broken down through prescription food, and can lead to kidney stones. So now he has to get an ultrasound and have urine tests done every couple months to make sure that doesn't get out of control.
Now, Artie isn't one of those jerkstore cats that treats you like shit and wrecks all your stuff. Artie has more personality than most people I know, and is extremely affectionate and gentle. That little bastard KNOWS I will spend the money on him to keep him living a long life, so I think he's finding every ailment he can to milk me of my limited fortunes.
I'm sure that he and the vet are in it together.
Rockie loved water. When she first moved in with us she spent all of her time in our bathroom bunting the water dish or sleeping in the tub. It took her body a while to get used to being on the meds for hyperthyroidism... she spent less and less time in the bathroom over the year that she lived with us before she died. Rockie was helped along to the Other World on July 6th, 2010, after having lived with us four days short of a year. She was a sweet, and odd kittie.
Day 16-Today is my Mum's birthday. I would tell you her age but i know women dont like that spread around, if memory serves. I am really close to my parents but closer to my mum. I am probably considered a "mama's boy" by some b/c i do so much with her and she with me. We spend so much time together we can reference films together. I have sacrificed a lot to do some things for her like when she had her wisdom teeth removed, when she had bells palsy, when had hyperthyroid and was couch ridden for months. I drove her to doctors and took her to appointments. Being the support that my dad should be but we won't get into that...
She sacrificed a ton for me as well all these years, getting me through school, motivating me, counciling me through relationships, school, my whole life.
I guess you could call us co-dependent but whatever it is i love her. She annoys me from time to time but all parents do.
Happy Birthday, Mum!
(oh and that ribbon she is wearing is a Hello Kitty Birthday Girl ribbon i got at a big box store)
Cytomel is a brand name for a synthetic thyroid hormone called liothyronine sodium. It is commonly used to treat hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. However, in recent years, Cytomel has become popular in the bodybuilding community for its ability to increase metabolism and burn fat. In this article, we will explore the effects of Cytomel in bodybuilding, the results it can produce, the side effects associated with its use, and the correct dosage for men and women.
Effects of Cytomel in Bodybuilding
Cytomel is a powerful thyroid hormone that increases metabolism and fat burning. When used in conjunction with a proper diet and exercise program, it can help bodybuilders achieve their desired physique. Cytomel works by increasing the production of the thyroid hormone T3, which regulates metabolism. This increase in metabolism causes the body to burn more calories and use more energy, resulting in weight loss and increased muscle definition.
Cytomel can also increase protein synthesis, which is essential for muscle growth. It can also enhance the effects of other performance-enhancing drugs, such as anabolic steroids. However, it is important to note that the use of Cytomel in bodybuilding is not without risks and side effects.
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Results of Cytomel in Bodybuilding
The use of Cytomel in bodybuilding can produce significant results, but it is important to note that these results may vary depending on the individual's goals, body composition, and training program. Bodybuilders who use Cytomel typically report a decrease in body fat and an increase in muscle definition. This is due to the increased metabolism and fat-burning effects of the drug.
However, it is important to note that Cytomel is not a magic pill and will not produce results on its own. It must be used in conjunction with a proper diet and exercise program to see significant results. Bodybuilders who use Cytomel must also be careful not to overdo it, as excessive use can lead to negative side effects.
Side Effects of Cytomel in Bodybuilding
The use of Cytomel in bodybuilding is not without risks and side effects. The most common side effect of Cytomel is hyperthyroidism, which occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include increased heart rate, sweating, nervousness, and weight loss.
Other side effects of Cytomel include muscle weakness, fatigue, hair loss, and menstrual irregularities in women. In addition, Cytomel can also cause heart palpitations, chest pain, and arrhythmias. It is important for bodybuilders who use Cytomel to be aware of these risks and side effects and to monitor their symptoms closely.
Reviews of Cytomel in Bodybuilding
Bodybuilders who use Cytomel typically report positive results when used correctly. Many bodybuilders report a significant decrease in body fat and an increase in muscle definition when using Cytomel in conjunction with a proper diet and exercise program. However, it is important to note that the use of Cytomel is not without risks and side effects, and bodybuilders should be careful not to overdo it.
Some bodybuilders also report negative side effects when using Cytomel, such as hyperthyroidism, muscle weakness, and fatigue. However, these side effects can often be managed by adjusting the dosage or discontinuing use.
The correct dosage of Cytomel varies depending on the individual's age, sex, weight, and medical history. It is generally recommended to start with a low dose and gradually increase it over time to avoid side effects.
For hypothyroidism, the typical starting dose for adults is 25 mcg per day, which can be gradually increased to a maximum of 75 mcg per day. However, the dosage may need to be adjusted based on the individual's thyroid function tests and symptoms.
When used for weight loss or athletic performance enhancement, the dosages can be higher than those used for hypothyroidism. However, it is important to note that using Cytomel for these purposes can be dangerous and should only be done under the guidance of a medical professional.
For women, the recommended dosage may be lower than for men due to differences in body weight and metabolism. Women may also be more sensitive to the effects of Cytomel and may require lower doses to avoid side effects.
In conclusion, the correct dosage of Cytomel varies depending on the individual's specific circumstances and medical needs. It is important to follow the recommended dosage and to have regular check-ups with a medical professional while taking this medication. Additionally, using Cytomel for non-medical purposes can be dangerous and should only be done under the guidance of a medical professional.
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Hot flashes can really be a hassle. They can be stressful as they come and go without warning. Most people look to their doctor to prescribe them accordingly with medicine that may ease the symptoms of hot flashes.
Taking traditional synthetic medicine can sometimes be a hassle as medication can be expensive and produce unwanted side effects.
Essential oils are a wonderful alternative traditional synthetic medicine as essential oils are natural, affordable, and have little to no side effects. This is your ultimate guide to finding the best essential oils to treat hot flashes!
Best Essential Oils For Hot Flashes - What Exactly Are Hot Flashes?
Before we get into knowing the cure, it is best that we know what hot flashes are and what are the condition’s causes, symptoms, risk factors, and complications. It is most important to know your condition before you treat it, for this reason I've listed down below all of the things that you need to know about hot flashes!
What Are The Symptoms?
Hot flashes are a quick feeling of heat that is usually followed by having a red flushed face and sweating. Scientists have not exactly determined the cause of hot flashes but they are usually related to changes in air circulation.
The symptoms of hot flashes include:
Skin that suddenly feels warm
Experiencing redness of skin on the face, neck, ears, and chest
Sweating
A heartbeat that is faster than usual
Tingling in your fingers
Aside from the symptoms that I've cited above, many people tend to feel cold and get chills when their bout of hot flashes goes away.
While hot flashes are common during the day, they can also occur at night. Hot flashes that occur at night are called night sweats. Night sweats can be a hassle as it can cause you to have a hard time to sleep.
On the other hand, a hot flush is a hot flash that comes with redness in the face and the neck.
The duration of hot flashes may vary but they tend to occur for short periods of time during menopause.
Hot flashes are a trademark symbol of menopause. Women who are undergoing menopause tend to experience hot flashes as often as a few times a day. Although menopause is the leading cause, it isn't the only cause.
What Are The Causes And Risk Factors?
The exact cause of hot flashes have not yet been figured out by scientists, but it is often thought that hot flashes are caused by changes in air circulation and hormone levels. Hot flashes have been found to be triggered by several factors.
Potential triggers of hot flashes include:
Spicy food
Hot drinks
Alcoholic beverages
Warm temperatures
Tobacco smoking
Tight clothing
Stress, anxiety, depression
Pregnancy
Chemotherapy
Hyperthyroidism
Spinal lesions
Certain medications
Besides the things that I've listed above, there are a number of other things that can trigger hot flashes.
Studies have also shown that ethnicity plays a factor on the likelihood of an individual to get hot flashes. People of African descent have been shown to report more instances of menopause caused hot flashes than their European and Asian counterparts.
I advise that you consult your doctor as soon as you can if you experience hot flashes on a regular basis. A doctor would be able to accurately pinpoint the cause of your hot flashes and advise you on how to deal with them accordingly.
Are There Any Complications?
Yes. Night time hot flashes or night sweats can wake you from your slumber and in time cause chronic insomnia. Hot flashes have also been linked to the development of heart disease and bone loss.
Hot flashes may seem like a medical condition that should not be of concern but it may serve as a gateway for many other medical conditions that can be life threatening. It is very important that you not take hot flashes for granted and deal with them accordingly.
Diagnosis
There aren't really any tests to diagnose hot flashes. Instead, your doctor may diagnose you based on your description of your symptoms. Your doctor may also sometimes ask you to take a blood test in order to find out if you're in menopausal transition.
How To Self-Manage Hot Flashes
If you're experiencing mild hot flashes, I suggest that you take on these lifestyle changes to manage them:
Stay Cool
It is widely accepted that slight variations in your body's core temperature may cause hot flashes. I advise that you dress in layers so that you may remove your clothing accordingly if you feel warm.
Another way to stay cool is to open your electric fan, windows, or air conditioner. If possible, lower your room temperature.
Lastly, if you feel that you're about to experience a bout of hot flashes, drink something cold as soon as you can. Cold drinks are great for lowering your body temperature and alleviating hot flashes.
Relax
There are some people that find relief from their hot flashes through meditation and other stress reducing techniques.
Even if stress reducing techniques don't completely eliminate your hot flashes, you should do them anyway as they might provide other benefits, such as easing sleep disturbances that tend to occur with menopause.
Watch Your Diet
Caffeinated beverages, spicy food, and alcoholic beverages are all known to trigger hot flashes. It is most important that you learn to recognize what food and drinks cause hot flashes and avoid them for the better.
Lose Weight
If you are overweight or obese, it is best to shed off those unnecessary pounds as losing weight may aid in easing your hot flashes.
Do Not Smoke
Smoking has been linked by both doctors and scientists to hot flashes. By not smoking, you dramatically reduce your chances of getting hot flashes.
Aside from reducing the risk of getting hot flashes, not smoking also greatly reduces your chances of getting deadly diseases that are known to be caused by smoking. You'll be doing yourself a favor by not smoking!
Best Essential Oils For Hot Flashes - What Are The Best For Your Hot Flashes?
Like I said earlier, essential oils are a great alternative to traditional medications if you're looking to manage the symptoms of your hot flashes. Experts have found several different essential oils to be able to provide utmost relief when applied on various areas of the body.
The essential oils that relieve hot flashes come from a variety of different plants.
Below are the five essential oils that have been found to be great for alleviating the symptoms that are caused by hot flashes!
Clary Sage Essential Oil
Clary sage essential oil is extracted from the herbaceous plant, salvia sclarea. People have been using the clary sage plant medicinally for more than a thousand years as an eye cleanser. The term ‘clary’ comes from the Latin word ‘clarus’, which means clarifying or cleansing.
The essential oil that is extracted from this plant has been found to possess antibacterial, anti-
inflammatory, carminative, sedative, hypotensive, euphoric, and antidepressant properties.
Aside from being used for medicinal purposes, clary sage essential oil is also used in the cosmetic industry as it is a common ingredient in many deodorants, herbal soaps, shampoos, face washes, and other hygiene products.
To relieve yourself of hot flashes, all you need to do is to rub three drops of diluted clary sage oil across the back of your neck or your feet.
If you want even quicker relief, dab a few drops of the oil on a napkin or a swab of cotton and inhale and exhale.
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender essential oil is actually the most used essential oil in the entire world. Ancient records tell us that lavender essential oil has a deep history and has been used medicinally and religiously for more than two millennia.
The Egyptians famously used lavender oil for mummification and as a perfume. Aside from the Egyptians, the Greeks and the Romans also used lavender oil for cooking, scenting air, and bathing.
Lavender oil is great for hot flashes as it balances your hormones and soothes perineal discomfort. Aside from being able to relieve perineal discomfort and balance your hormones, Lavender essential oil also has the ability to promote feelings of relaxation and improve the quality of your sleep.
This amazing essential oil is a perfect alternative for those who are taking sleeping aid medications as lavender oil does not have side effects.
Hot flashes are guaranteed to be a thing of the past with lavender essential oil!
Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint essential oil has a fresh and invigorating minty aroma. This amazing essential oil is very versatile and has been found to be great for countless different kinds of applications.
Scientists have widely studied this oil and have discovered countless alkaloids and compounds that benefit our health.
The peppermint plant is actually a natural hybrid of the water mint and the spearmint plants. Native to the European continent, this plant grows to a maximum of 60 cm tall. Peppermint plants bloom from July to August, where they sprout tiny purple flowers.
Peppermint oil is extracted from the whole plant above ground just before flowering. The oil is extracted by steam distillation from the fresh or partly dried plant.
This wonderful essential oil is perfect for relieving the discomfort brought upon by hot flashes. For quick relief, all you need to do is to apply two drops of this oil on a tissue and hold the tissue up to your nose and breathe in slowly.
Basil Essential Oil
Basil oil comes from the basil plant that we all know and love. We often associate basil with Italian cuisine, but did you know that the essential oil that can be extracted from the plant has loads of health benefits?
The essential oil that comes from basil is mostly used for respiratory, muscular, and joint support.
Aside from what I stated above, basil oil is also great for increasing your estrogen levels. Increased estrogen levels in women often improve moods and therefore reduce stress and unwanted bouts of hot flashes.
To use basil essential oil, all you need to do is to rub the diluted oil on your feet and the back of your neck.
You're sure to get quick relief with this amazing essential oil from the basil plant!
Citrus Essential Oil
Citrus oil aromatherapy has been found by scientists and doctors to have a wide array of benefits for women who are suffering from menopause.
A study which was conducted back in 2014 proved that postmenopausal women who inhaled this essential oil experienced an increase in libido and a decrease in symptoms brought upon by menopause.
Women who inhaled citrus essential oil are said to experience a decrease in blood pressure, as well as an improved pulse rate and a more balanced estrogen level.
Aside from being beneficial for blood circulation and hormone regulation, citrus essential oil has been found to have anti-inflammatory properties. Your hot flashes and aches and pains are sure to become a thing of the past with this essential oil!
Best Essential Oils For Hot Flashes - What To Consider Before Treating Your Hot Flashes With Essential Oil
Essential oils are a great alternative to traditional medicine but like all medicines, essential oils aren't perfect for everyone.
I generally don't recommend essential oils to people who have sensitive skin as essential oils may sometimes may do more harm than good due to allergic reactions that may arise when a person who has sensitive skin uses them.
Before applying any kinds of essential oil, I believe that it is best that you conduct a simple test to make sure that you aren't allergic to the oil that you plan on using.
To test your skin, all you need to do is to put a dab of the oil that you wish to use on your skin and wait for fifteen to thirty minutes. If there aren’t any harsh reactions, then you're clear to proceed.
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Neko was treated for hyper-thyroidism, a condition where a tumour within the thyroid glad over-produces various hormones. This results in a variety of symptoms, from weight loss (see how skinny she is now compared to before - she lost over 2 kg), excessive moulting, constant thirst, over-eating, etc.
The treatment consists of Neko being injected with radioactive iodine, which is absorbed by the tumour and kills the affected cells (leaving the healthy ones alone - clever!)
So now I have a radioactive cat! (For about another week, anyway, before it dissipates).
I am looking for the first signs of mutant super-powers developing, but so far, no luck.
Prevention of bulging eyes is not possible in some cases, and if it is genetic or because of hyperthyroidism, the patient can not prevent the bulging of eyes. Consulting a doctor to know the possible steps to take to prevent exophthalmos works in most of the cases.For help,visit entdoctorhouston.blogspot.in/2016/08/all-that-you-need-to...
I buried Squeaker today.
When people ask me how she came into my life, I would say "she came with the house." It sounds glib, but it's true.
When Jenny and I bought the house on Avenue G at the beginning of 1997, Squeaker was already living there as a street cat. She had been looked after by the previous occupants. When we showed up, she initially kept her distance (hanging out at a neighbor's place instead), but after a few months, she warmed up to us. When the first freeze of the winter came at the end of '97, Jenny and I agreed to let Squeaker spend the night indoors, just for that one night. Apart from a couple of forays into the back yard, she never went outdoors again.
Squeaker was already an adult when we took her in—our best estimate is that she was born in 1990. She was compact, stout, and stiff-legged, never jumping but frequently clambering up onto whatever surface she wanted to occupy. She enjoyed surprisingly forceful head-butts, and never played with toys when anyone was watching.
A lot happened to me over the intervening years—one marriage ended, another begun. I broke my pelvis. I sold the house on Avenue G and bought the one I live in now with Gwen. Squeaker was with me through all of that.
She was not unmarked by time. In 2004, she developed a growth on one foot that ultimately required two toes to be amputated. That growth re-appeared on her foot, but never obviously went beyond that.
Over the past few months, her stiffness of leg turned into painful arthritis. She developed hyperthyroidism, meaning her pulse was always racing, she was constantly hungry, and losing weight. I put her on a painkiller for the arthritis. She still seemed to be generally happy, but I realized she was in the endgame.
Over just the past few days, she declined precipitously. She lost her appetite and even had trouble drinking water. Her meow, which had always been stentorian and scratchy, became pathetic and weak. She smelled awful. It was time. I had the vet make a housecall to euthanize her. If anything, I should have done it a few days earlier. Her last day was peaceful.
Gwen and I went through this about a year and a half ago with the cat she'd had for even longer, Oscar. It doesn't get easier with practice.
this is zoomer. last summer, zoomer had a ruptured anal gland. this summer, she had a hematoma on her ear. zoomer and her sister callie are 15 years old. callie has hyperthyroidism and her kidneys are failing. 15 must be the year when geriatric cats fall apart.
the ear puffed up like a turnover and filled with blood. to treat her, the vet lanced the ear and removed the blood clot. because the bottom layer of the ear had separated from the top, it needed to be sutured together so it will adhere back...otherwise, it would just fill up with blood again. to make sure the sutures hold for the three weeks necessary, the vet sewed shirt buttons to her ear...three pairs with one on each side of the ear. apparently, this happens pretty often because not only did he have 6 shirt buttons on hand, he was able to match them to her fur.
i had never heard of this treatment, so i thought i would share.