I'd call the doctor too. Antibiotics do that sometimes, I understand. Also, can you get probiotics to take? It might ease things for the moment.

I don't think women, or men, that are abused are all unable to physically defend themselves. Which means that even strong people can be abused

Yes. One of the strongest women I know, not even physically, but mentally was abused by her boyfriend. He broke her collarbone. Yet, she never really left him. Her friends effectively kidnapped her while she was out of town, and she achieved clarity then.

Once I got my jaw up off the ground I realised that I don't know if I am immune to that sort of thing. Just because I can kill someone, just because I'd defend myself enthusiastically from a stranger...it's a whole different ball of wax.

But, at least, I have to tools. And I teach other people to have the tools. And sometimes knowing you have the tools is enough. It's better than nothing.

Also, Nora, insent with a late response.

the nurse on call told me to eat yogurt, nature's probiotic! I am eating the yogurt cup I brought from home and will go foraging for more later.

will go foraging for more later

Look out for active cultures.

JenP, I'm glad things went so well. ~ma still headed your way, love.

What ita said regarding yoghurt. If there's a organic or whole foods grocery anywhere near you, load up. It tastes way better too.

Thanks for the GRE advice. I just...I've know that I need to use my test voucher for awhile, and I finally scheduled it a couple weeks ago. But I kept forgetting that I signed up for it. And now it's the day.

Mostly I'm hoping I'll stay awake through it.

Ooops. I just ruined DH's surprise for me. I was checking our bank statements and found a debit for $50 to Victoria's Secret. I knew I didn't buy anything recently, so I asked him about it.

Nora, I think you can also buy the "active culture" in powder form at a health food store. I ran across it when I was researching the same problem for Ellie.

SA, Good luck on the GRE!!

I just got back from a run in the rain. So refreshing! Only 10 lbs. to go until my ideal weight. Yay!!!

I have an appointment with disability services on Tuesday. I don't know what they'll be able to do, but at least I'm making that step.

I need some please let things do better than expected~ma around 1:00 this afternoon.