medicine
- Conversion disorder is when psychological stressors manifest as physical symptoms. Examples include numbness, blindness, paralysis, and as we saw with one patient this week, seizures. This is a quick and interesting video that goes into the disorder a bit more.
- Nihilistic delusions are uncommon, bizarre beliefs that one is dead or one's body is breaking down, or that one does not exist. It's believed that it is a depressive form of self blame. Here's a really sad video of someone who suffers from this.
- Rhinophyma is not a psychiatric condition. It is actually the fibrous thickening of the hose that is commonly associated with rosacea. It can actually be quite disfiguring (which can lead to pyschiatric issues, which is how I learned about it this week.
on the internet
- Are you one of those people who doesn't know what to pack? I know I am! Bri made the smartest guide (complete with pictures!) to walk us through it.
- Looking for the perfect treat to make? Laura shares her delicious looking cream cheese wontons recipe (that looks SO GOOD).
- A very detailed rundown of the current tees offered at Everlane.
spotted
- I am completely obsessed with these OTK boots from Michael Kors (that are currently 20% off!). They have a stretchy back, which accommodates all sorts of calf sizes!
- I would never have guessed that this sweater jacket was from Old Navy if I didn't see it on their website first - SO CUTE.
- You guys - I'm pretty sure this gold water bottle needs to be in my life (it would make a perfect gift for one of those "hard to shop for" people on your Christmas list!)
ask me anything
- This is probably ridiculous, but I am dying to know if there's a good answer! I am preparing to have surgery next week and have once again, as with all prior surgeries, been forbidden to wear makeup or nail polish on the day of surgery. It's a laparoscopic abdominal surgery and I will be under general anesthesia. For the life of me, I can't understand how some foundation or mascara would interfere with surgery! Is there any logic behind this? I really don't even care that much (I'm totally fine going sans makeup)...it's just always stuck out to me as such a bizarre rule!
- I assume it has to do with looking for clues in your physical appearance to see how you are doing while you are under. Doctors can get a lot by just pressing on your nails and seeing if they refill quickly (it's called the capillary refill test). In addition, the anesthesiologists may put various electrodes and tools on your face (to test your muscle relaxation or to see if you have a fever), and foundation may interfere with that. I don't have an explanation for the mascara, but I assume the medical community decided it would just be easier to have a blanket "no make-up at all" statement. I hope that helps explain a little bit - best of luck with your surgery!!
- Considering that you're both busy with school/work, how do you both balance your home in terms of cooking and cleaning?
- It generally changes from month to month for us, depending who is on a busier rotation. We don't really have our "chores" but overall, I do more of the cooking and CR does more of the cleaning. On months one of us is as the hospital, the other may take over a few more of the responsibilities, but luckily that evens out over time :)
- As a fashion-blog reader, do you have any tips for controlling the urge to buy all the cute things you see on your favorite blogs?
- Yep - have a budget! Honestly, that's what I had to do. I have very little self control when it comes to buying cute things, which is why I had to start having a budget back in the day. Knowing you only have a finite amount of money to spend makes you really think about buying something!
on franish
- on the blog: tomorrow is the last day of the Sephora VIB sale!
- on the instagram: the most handsome boy in the land
- on the twitter: but seriously, say no to online streaming
notable sales
- Ann Taylor: 40% off everything
- I will definitely be buying their new cozy knit sweater - it comes in so many pretty colors!
- Slightly obsessed with this boucle jacket - I love the styling in those pictures!
- I can totally get behind some sequin ankle pants! How fun would those be for the holidays?
- Loft: 40% off everything
- GINGHAM PAJAMAS. Need I say more?
- How pretty is this starry blouse? It kind of looks like polka dots from far away but up close is stars :)
- I can totally get behind their striped cardigan - just think of how cute it would be with a solid top and jeans!
- Nordstrom: clearance picks
- Tory Burch Revas in three different colors, now 25% off!
- I love that the split neck on this striped top makes it just a little bit unique, but covered with a scarf, it's the perfect striped shirt too.
- When you can get the Chanel look for 1/20 of the cost.
personal
- I'm still a snapchat noob and just figured out how to make it that you can send me snaps - feel free to send me questions, say hi, or just send me pictures of your pets :) find me at @fhasselhof
- Anum, a fellow female medical student, has started a series on women in medicine. Check out her interview with me here! Thanks for having me, lady!
- Greetings from Tampa! My childhood best friend got married yesterday, and I'm here fulfilling my bridesmaid duties :) It's crazy to see the girl who was your best friend growing up become a woman marrying the love of her life. When did we all become adults?!
