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Early signs of dementia?
I recently went out for lunch with my ex mother in law. Due to the marriage split for one reason or another I haven't seen her in about 7/8 years but we did used to be quite close. I was quite shocked to witness some of her behaviour even though my children (probably quite naiave) had noticed some changes in her. Before I…
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Face washes for men
Okay gentlemen of MSE, what are your preferred choices of face washes?
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hospital or GP?
Just wondering how the system works, and who I need to go to. The situation is, I am under the care of the eye hospital for an eye condition (got quite severe dry-eyes), and my next appointment is not till February. The registrar said to me at my last appointment that if there is an emergency before then I can go to A&E…
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Gel/creme eye liners in pot
I'm using the doll 10 eye liner in a pot, chocolate brown colour, it's nice. I've tried the cheap maybeline version & the expensive markup at attilier, don't think much of either, they both smudge, I can smudge almost ANY eye makeup. I want a good black one, super long lasting. Was wondering about Bobbi Brown or the Mac…
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Anyone Had Spine/Spinal Surgery (Rods & screws)?
So it looks that due to bacteria eating away at my spine and my spine curving as it fuses together I will need screws and rods put in to make it stable. I have the chance to go private or NHS with same surgeon but lack of ICU in private hospitals have me a tad apprehensive about private. Just wanted to know how long you…
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Holland & Barrett's sales... What do you go "crazy" for?
Hello Money Savers :money: I am going to be a little nosey today... Are there any hidden gems which people tend to swoop in and stock up on when H&B have their "Buy one, get any other item half price" sale? I only ever tend to buy the same few items whenever I go there* Almond butter * C acao powder * Dr Organic rose…
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Ladies - help with dress size please
im going to a fancy dress party in a months time and have to dress as a female :o Need some help from the ladies here regarding dress sizes, what size dress would i want if I'm the following please: 5'7 12 stone 30" waist 30" inside leg Just after a rough size so i know what to look for :o :o:o:o:o
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So is dental insurance worth it?
I found the great article here on MSE about insurance options for dental. But I still dont know whether its right for me/worth the money for me. I would imagine I need a fair few fillings at the moment, I'd prefer not to have metalic looking ones anymore. Generally there isnt any huge issues though, I just always seem to…
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Whitening toothpaste
Hi everyone, I'm wondering if anyone has used AP24 whitening toothpaste and if they thought it was any good?
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Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish
I have been using Liz Earles C+P for years now. But it doesnt seem so good now. I am using it but my face doesnt feel clean and if I use the skin tonic after I can see make up and dirt on the pad :o Has anyone else found this ? I must say I am really disapointed after using it for years its really not what it used to be :(…
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GP complaint from specialist
As it said in the title my OH specialist is making a complaint about her gp, my OH is worried that the gp will strike her off his list, could this be a possibility?
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In praise of a mascara!
I wanted to share a fab mascara I recently bought with everyone as we all seem to struggle with this product, I am a long time false lash user and have recently had a change and been using a serum which has now made my lashes longer and thicker but they still need a decent mascara, after much research online and chatting…
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Garlic capsules for blood pressure
I want to try taking garlic to help blood pressure, I have 1000mg ones from Holland & barrett, but wondered if anyone has tried other ones with a higher potency? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Super-Odourless-Garlic-Capsules-365-x-6000mg-High-Strength-Lindens-Years-Supply-/331542249690?hash=item4d317540da…
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Chesty cough/cold; supress or let it carry out it's course?
OK so every year I get this chest problem; I have what feels like a weight on my chest which develops to be a chesty cough for about 2 months. Every year I think I've built an immunity for next year but for the past 4 years it keeps returning. I was just wondering if it's actually better to try to treat the symptoms (as I…
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good and bad cholesterol?
How would you go about lowering your 'bad' cholesterol? A friend, who I mentioned in a thread earlier this year, has been told by his doctor that his bad cholesterol is higher than his good cholesterol and he needs to get the bad cholesterol down. I've got a few books on nutrition, including some information on…
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OCD - Fear of being drugged or poisoned
I have had anxiety issues all my life and I was diagnosed with OCD when I was younger and back then it was a fear of contamination but with germs this time and I managed to get over the majority of it and in between then and now I have been diagnosed with GAD, panic disorder and agoraphobia. These 3 things for the most…
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Peridontal work and the NHS
Hello there I have been advised I have 90% bone loss by my NHS dentist, and suffer from wobbly teeth. They suggested it may be due to osteoporosis which I suffer. NHS dentist says there is nothing he can do, other than what he has already done - give them a good clean and for self care at home to try and keep the teeth…
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Feeling ripped off by my dentist!
Last week, I had a check up with a dentist at the surgery I havent been too in about 3 years due to being unhappy with the treatment I received by a young girl who was new to the profession and she did hurt my teeth so I didnt go back. I havent been to one in over a year as I felt the last one wasnt much good either though…
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Mri
Due to have one on my head and spine has anyone had one what happens?
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Best varucca and fungal nail products
Can anyone recommend the best varucca and fungal nail products? I'm looking for something which is effective and can get rid of problems quick and easy. Recommendations would be appreciated.
