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I had stomach pain on and off for 5 months. More a dull ache that seemed to move about my stomach. I also had lower back pain, but like you I put off going to the doctor. Finally I went and had the endoscopy. It revealed quite a large ulcer.

I had been taking naproxen, just one tablet 2 or 3 times a week during this time for my back. The doctor put me on a load of meds and asked if I had been taking any tablets for pain. I told the truth and he believes this to be the cause of the ulcer. So 7 weeks later I am just finishing the meds he gave me and feeling much better. Not 100 percent but over 90. 

But I have no back pain at all now it was "referred" pain from the ulcer. Go back in 10 days and expect to get one more months worth of meds. Pretty sure there will not be another endoscopy as no mention was made of fasting before the next appointment. 

Because I had to be admitted to be knocked out for the procedure my insurance covered about 90% of the bill. I will not put off seeing a doctor for so long again. 

17 hours ago, CanNot said:

I'm looking for a coffee shop suggestion where I can sit with my notebook for some hours and get some work done. Preferably in jomtien. 

 

Comfortable sitting and a quiet environment would be perfect. 

15 hours ago, D M G said:

Strike a nerve?

Laughing, you dont really get the whole forum thing do you?

1 hour ago, The Hammer2021 said:

Perhaps  you don't understand the meaning of a 'housing estate'.

Ban Deo is a housing estate. What he lives in is Taow townhouse. ????

9 hours ago, D M G said:

Not Farang-friendly...

Do you think the UK, USA, and Australian lottery's are translated into Thai?????

1 hour ago, Lolothai said:

It's a small company and the owner asked me to handle it. Any reputable agencies?

I would double check the company. It is quite possible they dont have the qualifications to support a work permit. Plus I have not heard of the angle you are being told to pursue.

2 hours ago, ToyotaVigoThailand said:

I speak Thai, but what do you want to teach me ? that these people are not able to express any clear idea or give any clear explanation ? Thank you, I know already, and certainly a lot better than you.

 

As with anything, its all who you interact with. Pity you have had this experience. Maybe lift yourself up a bit. In reality I dont think you have even experienced real Thai's. 

5 hours ago, webfact said:

He said that he had been with his girlfriend to Meuang district and then came home to their estate.

Sorry for him, but "estate"? Looks more like a 16 tarang wah townhouse to me. 

1 hour ago, RocketDog said:

and you read it.

No I saw a wall of text and stopped at that line. He is very much looking for attention as he seems to have liked your comment. Keep feeding..

12 hours ago, GammaGlobulin said:

I do not want to write too much on this topic.

 

Yet you wrote paragraphs and paragraphs. Mate you have to get a hobby.

3 minutes ago, Kwasaki said:

No never have a problem just watch the pump. 

Exactly, it takes less than a minute to exit the car as you pay the attendant. Then you clearly see not only how much money, but also how many litres.  In 30+ years of driving here that never even occurred to me.

4 hours ago, vinci said:

uhm nobody use those anymore, get on messenger or dozen of other app.

What if he is calling someone who does not have an app, or any form of messenger. Like an aging parent in hospital. 

44 minutes ago, Andycoops said:

Wow.

My son went to Maha Sarakham university and did a mechanical engineering degree and I only paid 15000 baht a semester.

The medical schools are much more expensive, its that simple. Specialized teaching.

3 hours ago, Berkshire said:

Was thinking the same.  I'd imagine it would go pretty quick.  These freebies wouldn't have less than 2% THC....would they?

1/10 that .02%. Hemp. 

This could suit your needs but its close to Don Muang airport. Easy access to highways into downtown Bangkok, and there is also the Red Line train now. Have a look.   https://nichada.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwpcOTBhCZARIsAEAYLuXS8X5VwoNEx1I8larKHxsQC1i2BOeoMtO9Z0ecD7xZXfOn_-thEf8aAslEEALw_wcB

AIG every time. Easy to do. 

3 hours ago, Phuketshrew said:

difficult to believe that this numpty is actually minister for health .....

From one of the richest families in Thailand. Plus he is a construction engineer parading around in a doctors outfit. Quite the total moron. 

Being that all Thai universities were online the past year the whole premise is a bunch of BS. Exams cant really be given online in Thailand because of the endemic cheating. So lots of easy projects to get a better score. 

5 minutes ago, Kopitiam said:

LiK, where can you go with a car onYe Phi Phi?  Pre-covid, there was a ferry (can load cars) from near Rassada Pier to Khao Yao

Yes that was the only one. If its still running you can go. 

From Trip Adviser  

Just thought I would give an update for any future travellers wishing to take a car over to Koh Yao Yai. To book the car ferry go down a day or two before your travel date to Chianwanich Pier in Phuket Town. Very friendly chaps at the booking office there but you will need to speak some Thai to communicate what you want regarding outward /return dates and times etc. Suggest you talk with people at your hotel who you can call once you are at the Pier and they can arrange everything via your mobile. Arrived today with tickets in hand and was directed to “VIP” queue , 2 minutes later the car was on the ferry. If you like a cold beer in the evening then suggest you top up your car boot with a few while in Phuket as shops selling alcohol are few an far between on the island.

We were able to book outward and return tickets for about 1140 Thb to include car and 2 persons. Ferry takes about 1.5 hours and docks just north of the Santhiya Resort. Looking forward to explore the island on 4 wheels independently at a realistic price over the next 4 to 5 days.