Imodium - Advice and who uses it?
Discussion
....as a family doctor I often get asked the question "will imodium clear up diarrhoea ? " The answer I tend to give is that a box of wet wipes or a damp cloth will work better, especially on a tiled floor but that carpeted floors are more of a challenge.
Toilets at Le Mans ?? Prehistoric during my first visit in 1978 but these days no probs - beat Silverstone any day. There's still one "classic" toilet block left - somewhere behind the Benoist memorial from memory. Basically it's a concrete wall with a gulley that feeds directly into La Sarthe. Definitely a "must see" if you are a first timer at LM - after all where's the excitement in an Audi 1-2-3..
Toilets at Le Mans ?? Prehistoric during my first visit in 1978 but these days no probs - beat Silverstone any day. There's still one "classic" toilet block left - somewhere behind the Benoist memorial from memory. Basically it's a concrete wall with a gulley that feeds directly into La Sarthe. Definitely a "must see" if you are a first timer at LM - after all where's the excitement in an Audi 1-2-3..
24lemons said:
I do love Merguez sausages and no trip to Le Mans would be complete without a few. Last year however, the dreaded gurglings began late one night and whilst I was warmly tucked into my sleeping bag, I felt a distinct chill and foreboding about the inevitable outcome. I was camping close to the entrance of Houx and there was a small toilet block with about 2 or 3 cubicles nearby. As I hastily threw on some clothes and emerged into the darkness clutching my Andrex (with added buttermilk) I began shuffling in the direction of that little white building. (no time for shoe laces). As I neared my goal I noticed a similarly bedraggled individual shuffling in from the other direction with presumably similar objectives to me. The race was on. Forget Audi vs Toyota, the real race was taking place right here and now in the Houx campsite! I'll spare you the details but after emerging 2 or 3 belt holes thinner I returned to bed and popped a few immodium to fend off any future attacks. I slept like a baby for the rest of the night, so in answer to the OP, Bring Immodium. Lots of it.
What happened to the other victim? Were you serenaded by your neighbour whilst you had your quiet moment of serenity and contemplation?
Original Poster said:
So with our first Le Mans trip coming up and with vodka giving me the s
ts I'd rather avoid spending most of the time running to a toilet.
Imodium seems to be pretty good? Any experiences, how long does it take to kick in etc? Any advice/experiences would be great!
Immodium....... it's S**t !ts I'd rather avoid spending most of the time running to a toilet.Imodium seems to be pretty good? Any experiences, how long does it take to kick in etc? Any advice/experiences would be great!
Stuart said:
Beat me to it... best read on the Internet.I once picked up a girl I knew living near Le Mans. Sadly due to eating the red sausage I spent all my time on the bog and she ran off with my mate.
Never bring your own picnic to Le Mans.
Always - pack a cork.
Houx
Firstly - your drinking habits. I suspect (judging from your post) that your alcohol consumption is generally excessive and indulgence in vodka in particular can lead to such issues as essential hypertension, cirrhosis of the liver, portal hypertension, gynaecomastia (man boobs) and testicular atrophy.
I will now move on to discuss specific illnesses that have afflicted race-goers at Le Mans since the first race in 1923 :
Sarthonella - a particularly severe form of food poisoning that arises from consumption of warm hot dogs or consumption of Paella or Cheese fondue from those large woks that simmer over the weekend. Imodium, wet wipes or even a damp tee shirt provide little protection against this bug.
Tinnitus -(aka Mazdarotaryitis) - I have significant deafness and tinnitus in my left ear from my multiple LM attendances- whilst the cars are significantly quieter these days there is a degree of acoustic trauma that you will be exposed to, this may cause you problems later in life.
Merquez mouth - whilst Merquez are very tasty they are coloured with an artificial substance that is similar to the dye that is used to colour fisherman's maggots - this is a known irritant and can cause chronic oral ulceration and in extreme case oral cancer. The ever popular "Churros" sugary snacks are freely available at the circuit and are similarly hazardous.
Calvados - apple brandy , a local speciality - this is a particularly unpleasant brew that, if taken in adequate dose, can lead to symptoms of severe nausea, headache and double vision. I would also mention Sauvignon Blanc - according to a rather jokey lady at a local supermarket this is a a local mineral water, but my own experience was that it made me feel rather peculiar after a couple of bottles - to the extent that I fell off my mountain bike and had to call on the services of a local boy scout to stitch up a rather large scalp laceration in a field tent.
Thermal burns - even if the sun comes out for a few minutes you will suffer severe sun burn. Disposable BBQs are very convenient, but stepping barefooted on a discarded BBQ at midnight on the way back to your tent is yet another hazard.
Tropical disease - if you are staying on Houx/Houx Annexe you are close enough to the lake to risk mosquito bites. Le Mans is also South enough to encourage migration of an exotic tropical bird known as H. Tropicalis - whilst its tan colour and scanty red plumage is pleasing to the eye it is responsible for many diseases including raised blood pressure.
So - I hate to say it - don't get caught in the trap, stay at home, watch the tennis from Eastbourne or take a healthy walk and hug a tree.
PS I'll give you £30 for each of the Enceinte Generales, £50 for the Houx Ticket and a fiver for each crate of Stella, cheers.
Original Poster said:
So with our first Le Mans trip coming up and with vodka giving me the sts I'd rather avoid spending most of the time running to a toilet.
Imodium seems to be pretty good? Any experiences, how long does it take to kick in etc? Any advice/experiences would be great!
Hi there, me again. I've done 34 Le Mans and whilst I don't want to burst your bubble I really don't think you should go. There are some serious health consequences of 24 LM attendance.ts I'd rather avoid spending most of the time running to a toilet.Imodium seems to be pretty good? Any experiences, how long does it take to kick in etc? Any advice/experiences would be great!
Firstly - your drinking habits. I suspect (judging from your post) that your alcohol consumption is generally excessive and indulgence in vodka in particular can lead to such issues as essential hypertension, cirrhosis of the liver, portal hypertension, gynaecomastia (man boobs) and testicular atrophy.
I will now move on to discuss specific illnesses that have afflicted race-goers at Le Mans since the first race in 1923 :
Sarthonella - a particularly severe form of food poisoning that arises from consumption of warm hot dogs or consumption of Paella or Cheese fondue from those large woks that simmer over the weekend. Imodium, wet wipes or even a damp tee shirt provide little protection against this bug.
Tinnitus -(aka Mazdarotaryitis) - I have significant deafness and tinnitus in my left ear from my multiple LM attendances- whilst the cars are significantly quieter these days there is a degree of acoustic trauma that you will be exposed to, this may cause you problems later in life.
Merquez mouth - whilst Merquez are very tasty they are coloured with an artificial substance that is similar to the dye that is used to colour fisherman's maggots - this is a known irritant and can cause chronic oral ulceration and in extreme case oral cancer. The ever popular "Churros" sugary snacks are freely available at the circuit and are similarly hazardous.
Calvados - apple brandy , a local speciality - this is a particularly unpleasant brew that, if taken in adequate dose, can lead to symptoms of severe nausea, headache and double vision. I would also mention Sauvignon Blanc - according to a rather jokey lady at a local supermarket this is a a local mineral water, but my own experience was that it made me feel rather peculiar after a couple of bottles - to the extent that I fell off my mountain bike and had to call on the services of a local boy scout to stitch up a rather large scalp laceration in a field tent.
Thermal burns - even if the sun comes out for a few minutes you will suffer severe sun burn. Disposable BBQs are very convenient, but stepping barefooted on a discarded BBQ at midnight on the way back to your tent is yet another hazard.
Tropical disease - if you are staying on Houx/Houx Annexe you are close enough to the lake to risk mosquito bites. Le Mans is also South enough to encourage migration of an exotic tropical bird known as H. Tropicalis - whilst its tan colour and scanty red plumage is pleasing to the eye it is responsible for many diseases including raised blood pressure.
So - I hate to say it - don't get caught in the trap, stay at home, watch the tennis from Eastbourne or take a healthy walk and hug a tree.
PS I'll give you £30 for each of the Enceinte Generales, £50 for the Houx Ticket and a fiver for each crate of Stella, cheers.
moffspeed said:
Hi there, me again. I've done 34 Le Mans and whilst I don't want to burst your bubble I really don't think you should go. There are some serious health consequences of 24 LM attendance.
Firstly - your drinking habits. I suspect (judging from your post) that your alcohol consumption is generally excessive and indulgence in vodka in particular can lead to such issues as essential hypertension, cirrhosis of the liver, portal hypertension, gynaecomastia (man boobs) and testicular atrophy.
I will now move on to discuss specific illnesses that have afflicted race-goers at Le Mans since the first race in 1923 :
Sarthonella - a particularly severe form of food poisoning that arises from consumption of warm hot dogs or consumption of Paella or Cheese fondue from those large woks that simmer over the weekend. Imodium, wet wipes or even a damp tee shirt provide little protection against this bug.
Tinnitus -(aka Mazdarotaryitis) - I have significant deafness and tinnitus in my left ear from my multiple LM attendances- whilst the cars are significantly quieter these days there is a degree of acoustic trauma that you will be exposed to, this may cause you problems later in life.
Merquez mouth - whilst Merquez are very tasty they are coloured with an artificial substance that is similar to the dye that is used to colour fisherman's maggots - this is a known irritant and can cause chronic oral ulceration and in extreme case oral cancer. The ever popular "Churros" sugary snacks are freely available at the circuit and are similarly hazardous.
Calvados - apple brandy , a local speciality - this is a particularly unpleasant brew that, if taken in adequate dose, can lead to symptoms of severe nausea, headache and double vision. I would also mention Sauvignon Blanc - according to a rather jokey lady at a local supermarket this is a a local mineral water, but my own experience was that it made me feel rather peculiar after a couple of bottles - to the extent that I fell off my mountain bike and had to call on the services of a local boy scout to stitch up a rather large scalp laceration in a field tent.
Thermal burns - even if the sun comes out for a few minutes you will suffer severe sun burn. Disposable BBQs are very convenient, but stepping barefooted on a discarded BBQ at midnight on the way back to your tent is yet another hazard.
Tropical disease - if you are staying on Houx/Houx Annexe you are close enough to the lake to risk mosquito bites. Le Mans is also South enough to encourage migration of an exotic tropical bird known as H. Tropicalis - whilst its tan colour and scanty red plumage is pleasing to the eye it is responsible for many diseases including raised blood pressure.
So - I hate to say it - don't get caught in the trap, stay at home, watch the tennis from Eastbourne or take a healthy walk and hug a tree.
PS I'll give you £30 for each of the Enceinte Generales, £50 for the Houx Ticket and a fiver for each crate of Stella, cheers.
You contributed to The Hypochondriacs' Handbook AICMFP Firstly - your drinking habits. I suspect (judging from your post) that your alcohol consumption is generally excessive and indulgence in vodka in particular can lead to such issues as essential hypertension, cirrhosis of the liver, portal hypertension, gynaecomastia (man boobs) and testicular atrophy.
I will now move on to discuss specific illnesses that have afflicted race-goers at Le Mans since the first race in 1923 :
Sarthonella - a particularly severe form of food poisoning that arises from consumption of warm hot dogs or consumption of Paella or Cheese fondue from those large woks that simmer over the weekend. Imodium, wet wipes or even a damp tee shirt provide little protection against this bug.
Tinnitus -(aka Mazdarotaryitis) - I have significant deafness and tinnitus in my left ear from my multiple LM attendances- whilst the cars are significantly quieter these days there is a degree of acoustic trauma that you will be exposed to, this may cause you problems later in life.
Merquez mouth - whilst Merquez are very tasty they are coloured with an artificial substance that is similar to the dye that is used to colour fisherman's maggots - this is a known irritant and can cause chronic oral ulceration and in extreme case oral cancer. The ever popular "Churros" sugary snacks are freely available at the circuit and are similarly hazardous.
Calvados - apple brandy , a local speciality - this is a particularly unpleasant brew that, if taken in adequate dose, can lead to symptoms of severe nausea, headache and double vision. I would also mention Sauvignon Blanc - according to a rather jokey lady at a local supermarket this is a a local mineral water, but my own experience was that it made me feel rather peculiar after a couple of bottles - to the extent that I fell off my mountain bike and had to call on the services of a local boy scout to stitch up a rather large scalp laceration in a field tent.
Thermal burns - even if the sun comes out for a few minutes you will suffer severe sun burn. Disposable BBQs are very convenient, but stepping barefooted on a discarded BBQ at midnight on the way back to your tent is yet another hazard.
Tropical disease - if you are staying on Houx/Houx Annexe you are close enough to the lake to risk mosquito bites. Le Mans is also South enough to encourage migration of an exotic tropical bird known as H. Tropicalis - whilst its tan colour and scanty red plumage is pleasing to the eye it is responsible for many diseases including raised blood pressure.
So - I hate to say it - don't get caught in the trap, stay at home, watch the tennis from Eastbourne or take a healthy walk and hug a tree.
PS I'll give you £30 for each of the Enceinte Generales, £50 for the Houx Ticket and a fiver for each crate of Stella, cheers.
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