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BigmanPigman

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58. I have heard my two doctors' opinions...

Tue Dec 16, 2025, 03:35 AM

Dec 2025

in the past 10 days. I get Botox for daily migraines and the doctor told me that even though I am underweight I should eat a reduced fat/sugar diet since my cholesterol is high. Three days later my primary care doctor told me the opposite, to eat fat and sugar to gain weight since my grandmom was 104 years old when she died even though she was thin and had high cholesterol I really do not have to worry about that issue.

Huh?!? Who should I listen to?

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We can't go on like this for 3 more years. [View all] BigmanPigman Dec 2025 OP

Maybe hitting rock bottom is the only way the maggots will wake the hell up. Irish_Dem Dec 2025 #1

That's the problem, I have quadrupled my BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #16

You are going to have to pace yourself, we have a long battle ahead of us. Irish_Dem Dec 2025 #21

Yes, he did do that about 6 months ago. BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #23

That is cause to run the eff away from that provider. Immediately, fast and far. Maru Kitteh Dec 2025 #45

An endocrinologist. murielm99 Dec 2025 #55

Do not start drinking on top of the weight loss. Irish_Dem Dec 2025 #61

The alcohol will make it worse MadameButterfly Dec 2025 #65

BMPM, I lost 65 pounds since cancer dx Dave says Dec 2025 #56

I have heard my two doctors' opinions... BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #58

Cholesterol tolerance can be genetic. So that's a coin toss. haele Dec 2025 #80

I get you. This is what's working for me. quaint Dec 2025 #71

They'll never wake up, not as a group at least Orrex Dec 2025 #38

Yes my anger is shifting to the American people who let this happen and in fact love it. Irish_Dem Dec 2025 #60

We won't. It will get worse. usonian Dec 2025 #2

Jesus that's terrifying. nt Maru Kitteh Dec 2025 #46

How much do you want to bet that it was all planned in advance? usonian Dec 2025 #48

Hey MK you know what is really terrifying? popsdenver Dec 2025 #70

Humiliating fact: Chi iis by far the most respectable adult in that group. But Maru Kitteh Dec 2025 #78

Amen to that popsdenver Dec 2025 #79

I'm Afraid You're Right! BBbats Dec 2025 #54

I'm sure they can find a way to off Trump, blame someone else and declare martial law. usonian Dec 2025 #59

Can you step back from politics for a little bit? I know it's not easy, but you should probably try. Jim__ Dec 2025 #3

Good advice Tranquil72 Dec 2025 #12

I did. BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #17

Actually, I was 81 pounds for about 6 months BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #49

Sorry to hear that. I know Congress is working on resolving cost issues with the ACA. Jim__ Dec 2025 #64

Sounds like Hitler's last days Zorro Dec 2025 #4

The tide will turn in 11 months Fiendish Thingy Dec 2025 #5

I have to agree LilElf70 Dec 2025 #10

I'm thinking that we got ONE more year to witness American Democracy's bluestarone Dec 2025 #13

you need to get a health checkup Skittles Dec 2025 #6

Read my replies on posts BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #18

It can and it will. maxsolomon Dec 2025 #7

Take care of yourself, please. Dear_Prudence Dec 2025 #8

BigmanPigman... slightlv Dec 2025 #9

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Every damned day for too many years! BidenRocks Dec 2025 #11

Very well said Grim Chieftain Dec 2025 #14

K&R UTUSN Dec 2025 #15

I have to take many breaks, PatSeg Dec 2025 #19

I don't think that Trump hates the US. Dan Dec 2025 #20

hugs ecstatic Dec 2025 #22

Focus on your health first! Tasmanian Devil Dec 2025 #24

I have been watching comedies and 3 days ago it was Spinal Tap! BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #30

So sorry ... Tasmanian Devil Dec 2025 #37

That is truly touching. MorbidButterflyTat Dec 2025 #47

Welcome to DU! red dog 1 Dec 2025 #84

The Sick F*CK Tasmanian Devil Dec 2025 #86

I hate it!! lrucks1952 Dec 2025 #25

Bingo! Raygun was the beginning of the end. BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #31

I hear you. 80% of the world hates him... Joinfortmill Dec 2025 #26

Guess what movie I recorded on Sunday... BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #33

Carve some time and space each day to place your focus elsewhere bucolic_frolic Dec 2025 #27

I never watched survivor or amazing race before this year proud patriot Dec 2025 #29

EAT !!!!!! proud patriot Dec 2025 #28

I've quadrupled my caloric intake. BigmanPigman Dec 2025 #34

sending you positive vibes proud patriot Dec 2025 #82

In one year he has broken thru many barriers and destroyed so much BlueWaveNeverEnd Dec 2025 #32

Republicans can stop this today if they wanted to!! lrucks1952 Dec 2025 #40

We won't. Warpy Dec 2025 #35

Well, look at it this way, BigmanPigman: calimary Dec 2025 #36

Please don't let the stress get to you - TBF Dec 2025 #39

Take care of yourself first BMPM!!! gristy Dec 2025 #41

You are speaking to a collective angst and sensibility we are all feeling, right now. yellow dahlia Dec 2025 #42

I debated about responding but hope it will help csusan Dec 2025 #43

Go out and find something good to do EdmondDantes_ Dec 2025 #44

Many people have much to learn. Beck2 Dec 2025 #50

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He "wins" when he effects you to this extent. 😟 nt Raine Dec 2025 #57

May I offer some "tough love"? hamsterjill Dec 2025 #62

You should take a break from politics and news. Jacson6 Dec 2025 #63

I know this is tough, but don't let it take you down. Focus on your daily life with a side of Trump news. flashman13 Dec 2025 #66

No we can't. Something 's gotta give. Martin68 Dec 2025 #67

BigmanPigman Clouds Passing Dec 2025 #68

Sending a hug on your diagnosis. hamsterjill Dec 2025 #69

Overwhelm hits anytime I have to think about finding a new doctor 😳 I honor the good ones! Clouds Passing Dec 2025 #72

To paraphrase George Herbert, Mblaze Dec 2025 #73

Yes we can RetiredParatrooper Dec 2025 #74

It's a circus of absurdity Scott Alan Swaggerty Dec 2025 #75

I'm exhausted, too. CrispyQ Dec 2025 #76

In 3 more years Coldwater Dec 2025 #77

He will forget to carry the plan out get the red out Dec 2025 #81

He will do more ms.pamela Dec 2025 #83

Trump will not win. Linda ladeewolf Dec 2025 #85