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GeoffCapes

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I'm surprised no one has suggested the Big Fella hasn't got Gout ?
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Cheeky fecker!

Having Googled the causes of gout it came back with these:

What causes gout?
  • obesity, high blood pressure and/or diabetes.
  • having a close relative with gout.
  • kidney problems.
  • eating foods that cause a build-up of uric acid, such as red meat, offal and seafood.
  • drinking too much beer or spirits.
Only the last 2 apply to me! And probably everyone else on this forum!!! Certainly everyone that goes to Le Mans!
 

GeoffCapes

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Morning all.

After a day of anti inflammatories and rest, my leg/hip is massively improved.
Still pain getting up the stairs and getting in/out of the car but at least it's not excruciating. I reckon another day or two and I can be back on the bike.

Another day of conference calls today, hopefully will be as good as yesterdays, which were very encouraging.
 

bigbob

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Cheeky fecker!

Having Googled the causes of gout it came back with these:

What causes gout?
  • obesity, high blood pressure and/or diabetes.
  • having a close relative with gout.
  • kidney problems.
  • eating foods that cause a build-up of uric acid, such as red meat, offal and seafood.
  • drinking too much beer or spirits.
Only the last 2 apply to me! And probably everyone else on this forum!!! Certainly everyone that goes to Le Mans!

The last two are the main drivers here. Red wine/Port is bad for many as well. Gout goes for joints but feet more likely than knees and hips.
 

RobinL

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Funny thing, gout. Or rather it isn't when you get it. So I have had gout in my hands and in the cartilage of one ear! Who knew? Turns out all down to diuretic pill for blood pressure!! Specialist said " oh yes, that one's favourite for gout!" I asked why my GP would prescribe it? Answer was "it's cheap!"

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lozcb

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Ditto , more tying up of loose ends for me today , Covid test tomorrow and pinkies crossed for a negative result , hopefully a chilling out weekend ready for flying out Monday , but the cynic in me says stuff will still be going to the wire even on Sunday ,
 

Felonious Crud

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Good luck, Loz.

Morning, all. Bit of a hectic day today. Nine calls and an MoT for the Fiat. I realised yesterday that its MoT was about to run out, so checked and noticed that it ran out yesterday. Happily, I managed to get a booking today so will be high-tailing it off to get that dealt with this morning.

Have a good one, all.
 

zagatoes30

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Morning all, no sign of jabs for us here yet, estimate currently is July-August :(

But it's Friday, its sunny and the shorts are out :)
 

GeoffCapes

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Morning all.

Joseph stayed and his Grandma's last night so we got a lay in this morning. Only 7.30 but it's far better than 5.30!

Another busy day of calls yesterday so a day of admin today. Hopefully tying a few things up!
 

Scaf

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A dull day weather wise and a dull day work wise as I have to join a series of FCA webinars consulting on regulation within part of the sector I work in.
 

Scaf

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CMA have ruled on the main part of the busienss and are just finalising the detailed rules and outcomes.l for us to comply with.

FCA are going to regulate the secondary part of planning and paying in advance (no bad thing) but the devil is in the detail and we have to shape the outcomes for the benefit of the customer but not to the detriment of the company (hopefully).
 

Andyk

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Good morning all. Football training for my youngest starts again today. Ah well it was nice well it lasted.
 

philw696

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Morning Andy and forum.
Remember those days mate when my lad was a boy it was hard when you're the only parent with no interest in the game.
Fresh here so a nice fire going and the espresso machine has been fired up.
Stay Safe all.
 

CatmanV2

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Morning, all.

Jobs around the house today. Mrs C has many football things to keep her occupied so I shall confine myself to the garden and garage.

Have a great day, all

C