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[4pfsukuna]

Kings get jealous too

Yall voted and honestly the thought of Jealous!sukuna was tooooo good to not write. Reader is black (happy black history month btw). Sukuna does not like to share… or have anyone touch whats his why would a king have to?

The vibrations of my phone for the 3rd time was finally begining to annoy me so with eyes still closed i reach around the bed only to slap something warm and firm.

“Still here sweetheart” i hear the raspy voice of sukuna i dont need to look at him to know hes smirking and my eyes shoot open making direct eye contact.

Finally reaching for my phone hoping to get some sort of clarity i see 100 missed calls, 43 text messages, 17 instagram post. The safest option was to go through my messages as i try to gain memory of why this idiot was in bed next to me.

“Oh sweetheart do you not remember?” He chides cockily and i sit up seeing a picture that nearly killed me. My tongue out… against Sukunas sternum in a secluded corner of the club with him smirking devilishly at me and the next of him carrying me out his hands firm on my ass.

The club.

The club!

Housing yuji had been no problem at all, owing a favor to Gojo i was glad when this was all he needed. Yuji itadori was sweet kind always cleaned after himself and was a genuine pleasure to have around even cooking when away on missions.

The issue? The fact that he was a vessel for a 1000 year old king of curses that was a complete pain in the ass who gets a thrill out of you especially finding out i was kazumi Honoka and had i not resented my family could easily match Gojo or top him . The Honoka clan known for the most powerful flame and fire weilding sorcerers every few generations, squeaky clean image rich and arrogant just as the other powerful clans.

“Sukuna the only reason your not dead is because i havent found a way to exercise you from yuji i know for a fact i could kill you” i seethe only to be met with silence. I hated being ignored and he would do it on purpose as if his pathetic ass being housed by a child was better than me. Growling i pull a dagger from my waist band and swing it at Yuji necks who looks at me in fear but Sukunas mouth breaks through his neck biting the dager making it crumble into a million pieces as if it was nothing more than a cracker.

“You dont even know how to fully weild your cursed energy sweetheart, i could have you dead in 10 seconds and with the remaining 9 dance over your corpse” his mouth cackles from the side of Yujis neck.

This was a typical tuesday morning for us.

“Yet you’re only a pathetic excuse of what you used to be. King of curses yet you’ve been trapped inside of yuji for years how lame” i degrade a sneer on my face as i adjust my shirt.

“I— should we do something about this” Megumi ask from next to Nobara on the couch who looks concered and ready to break us up but not sure how plates of breakfast getting cold. It wasnt even 11am yet.

“No. This is a typical Tuesday it’s kind of like foreplay for them. Usually she ignores him or teases back unless she had a difficult mission” Yuji informs them before shoving another pancake in his mouth and of course he noticed the differences in our interactions i was the only one Sukuna really interacted with anyway.

“How was it?” Nobara looks at me and i sigh. I nearly died because i lost my footing tripping over my own tube of fenty lip gloss, how could i ever admit that.

“Pffft, struggling with a puny curse yet you think you could take me on? You make me laugh, brat” and thats what makes me lose it and ignite the fire flames on my hands my eyes matching as i do cause a groan from Yuji.

“I havent even finished breakfast yet can i atlea—“

I cut him off.

“Release him” i fume cracking my knucles making the flames bigger my breakfast completely forgotten about.

“Yeah release me brat so i can finally have my moment with her” he snaps back at yuji and this time I smirk the fire on my hands dulling.

“If thats what you wanted that’s all you had to say, it’s childish to be mean to a girl you like. Unfortunately you’re not my type” i grin patting Yuji cheek where Sukunas mouth was only to feel his sharp teeth nip at my hand.

“Youre nothing like the women i had keeping my bed warm just like you’re silly little technique you wouldnt know what to do with me” he chides back the two on the couch getting whiplash from how fast our conversation changes and how quick our comebacks are for another.

“See, foreplay” Yuji utters to them as he finishes his plate of pancakes satisfied with his belly being full leaning back on his seat.

“Well we were going to celebrate you getting back and figure you could use a night out since returning from your mission, but it looks like you definitely need it” Megumi speaks up motioning between myself and Yuji.

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Giggling with Nobara as we take a 6th shot of casamigos to see who would tap out first watching a woman try to flirt with  Megumi who's completely oblivious or just awkward at flirting.

“What's the deal with you and Sukuna? Girl to girl like i didn't even know he spoke unless he had full control” she prys bumping my shoulder which i roll my eyes at.  “Please Yuji told me how he always has an eye on you, always ask about you when you're not around and flirts with you relentlessly”

“He also pesters me” i add sipping the lemon drop the bartender placed infront of us mentioning it was on the house.

“Anything to keep your attention” she smirks while taking another shot. “It’s why he’s taken over Yuji yet instead of burning the entire world down he’s watching you”.

And he is, black tattoos adorned his body as he sits on the sofa eyes piercing through the crowd focused directly on me. Maybe it was the curiosity maybe it was the alcohol but i was tempted to test her theory. 

Swiping another coat of lipgloss over my lips and adjusting my shirt so my boobs were perked up with a quick hair fluff i turn to the guy at the end of the bar Whos been covering our tab for drinks.

“Hello handsome” i grin taking the stool next to him watching the instant lust build in his eyes. I could still

Feel his eyes on me and its only right to give him a show.

The man on the stool looks over at me, double taking before adjusting his posture to give me his full attention.

“My my tonight must be my lucky night an angel like you gracing me with your presence” he praises the strong smell of alcohol on his breath as he twirls one of my dark curls around his finger releasing it with a spring.

“Move” and Sukunas glare is deadly biceps rippling under the club light his shirt long gone.

“Hey pal” the man says setting a hand on Sukunas shoulder unaware of just what was about to happen and i couldnt even warn him my eyes never left the king of curses. 

Without breaking eye contact he grabs the mans hand crushing it the sound of bones crushing couldn’t be hidden by the loud music but i still could only focus on sukuna.

“Wipe the smug look off your face” he grumbles stepping closer the heat of his body rolling off onto me.

“Lord Sukuna, king of curses the almighty and powerful isnt… jealous?” I giggle watching as he takes the shot left behind by the man scowling as he takes the shot next to it as well.

“Dont humor me, he was weak and undeserving. Plus if something happened to you Yuji would never shut up” he… rambles? Oh he was so jealous. Fire literally comes out of my hand unless that man controlled water and in copious amount what harm would he truly bring me.

 “So if i were to go home with him and sleep with him you wouldnt be jealous in the slightest? And i mean hours of letting him have his way with me—“ to which he scoffs rolling his eyes in disgust.

Sukuna wasnt a man of many words more so action so i could talk all i wanted but the best reaction id get was from action. And i knew just how to pull it from him.

“Not even if i did this?” I ask but before he has a chance i bend down coming eye level with his abdomen and drag my tongue from the begining of the black mark to where it ends on his chest smirking when i come eye level with him watching as something dark ignites in his eyes.

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When we get home theres not a surface left untouched that he doesnt have me against. Pressing me into the front door as he bites down my neck licking and sucking over my pulse.

“Suk—mmmm” the moan comes out of me as he tugs on my earlobe with his mouth his hands feeling like hot fire on my body. He begins to pull me further in but i pull back giggling at his look of dissatisfaction. 

“I gotta take m’shoes off” im sure i slur my words slightly only to be picked up and placed on the top of the black velvet couch my feet on the seat cushion giving him easier access. Im shocked by how gentle he is untying the straps from around my calfs before he gets frustrated ripping them off.

“SUKUNA!” I yell watching the coy smirk on his face and he leaves a kiss on my calf.

“Whaaaat?” Before another kiss is placed on my knee followed by my inner thigh and right when i think hes going to go under my skirt he switches to my other leg the warmth spreading in my core and i wanted him to stop teasing. 

“Sukuna” i groan but it instead comes out as a sigh feeling his thumbs massage into my inner thigh extremely close to my core as i feel his breath over my underwear.

“Tell me.” He grunts against my core the vibrations shaking my whole insides and maybe my body was just sensitive to him because i could definitely cum just like that. “Tell me what i want”

And hes placing kisses over my pussy through my underwear moaning and something about him wanting me so bad he would kiss me through my underwear turned me on even more. I’m sure he could tell because its not long before his tongue is poking at the sides making me shiver.

“Give me what i want” i counter to prideful to beg alcohol be damned the arrogant grin on his face doesnt budge as he pulls me down so im on the seat easily throwing my legs over his shoulders. Long fingers brush my wet folds as he hooks his finger in my underwear, a lewd comment about me being so wet for him my thongs were clinging to it in a way his tongue would replace.

And hes not lying, he places one long lick from my hole all the way up to my clit, a light swirl around before placing a peck and I feel electric. My head luls back as he uses two fingers to spread my lips open giving easier access to my clit which he sucks kisses licks and moans against.

“Fuck” he groans against it placing a wide open mouth tongue kiss on my pussy and i arch into him? Away? Im not sure my eyes slam shut when i realize hes kissing my pussy the same way he was kissing me against the door and the pure lewdness of his mouth being full of me. The wet smacking sounds were being drowned out by my moans and cries of his name and with a particular flick of his tongue on my clit i launch forward squeezing my thighs around his head which seems to entertain more than bother him.

“Eyes on me” he moans against me tapping my thighs twice and i couldnt even remember shutting them. His lips apply more pressure as my hands get lost in his hair holding him in place which seems to egg him on his motions becoming filthier with every flick of his tongue.

He pushes me back before his wide palms squeeze my thighs grunting as he continues his assault licking me in ways that would leave a mark on my mind before tongue-fucking me which is what sends me into the spiral of cuming for the first time. (And embarassingly fast)

“So delicious” he murmurs licking up every drop and i can feel my heart pounding in my ears as i try to catch my breath. It took him less than five minutes to have me in a puddle, figuratively and literally and my brain scrambled. 

Pulling me forward by my chin he places an aggressive kiss on my lips leaving me dizzy as i taste myself on his lips until he quickly pulls back standing up beckoning me to follow him.

“We need to get you to bed” he speaks and i miss the taunt in his voice taking it as being scolded instead which makes me stop the cold of the hallway floor settling on the pads of my feet.

“What?!” I snap and he raises a brow facing me the taunt evident on his face.

“Unless you want something from me, tell me sweetheart” And it’s nothing more than an attempt to get me to beg but i was entirely not going to. I would never, no matter how mad i wanted him to rearrange my insides.

“No?” He ask cupping my jaw roughly his thumb grazing my bottom lip rubbing the juices on my lip— the moment he fucks up.

Using my tongue to wrap it arround his thumb before sucking it into my mouth watching the desire come full force in his eyes. I release it with a small pop sound a string of saliva connecting his finger to my lip his eyes never moving from it.

“I mean i know you like when i lick your marks up your chest but what about down?” I whisper before my tongue drags down the black lines down to the waist band of the pants pulling them down watching his dick spring out yet the weight, length and girth stops it from springing completely against his abdomen. 

My mouth waters at the sight and i feel myself sink down to my knees keeping eye contact wrapping my acrylic fingers around it. Theres a drip of precum as i slowly begin to pump that i chase with my thumb smearing it against the tip.

Removed from my trance i feel his large hand cup my jaw roughly and the other replace my hand over his length giving a few slow pumps so i eagerly stick out my tongue knowing exactly what he wants to do.  He taps it on my tongue twice before slowly pushing it in my mouth keeping direct eye contact the whole time listening to the way his breath stops as he hits the back of my throat. He feels heavy in my mouth in the most delicious way causing me to moan and give a slight suck.

Its the soft groan that he makes that encourages me to take control pulling back slighty before pushing him all the way down my throat one hand at the base making a twisting motion while the other massages his balls this time earning a “fuck baby” and i almost tease him about it but my mouth was… full.

Pulling back once more for air i swirl my tongue around the tip collecting every drop of precum before licking my way down to his balls and taking them in my mouth. His leg twitches and his eyes are on me with a blown eyed gaze as i swish them around my mouth sending him a wink the smirk coming back.

“Youre such a— fuck… brat taking my dick like this in the…” he stops for a second going to reach for my hair and i almost send a glare until i realize hes just moving it off my shoulders. Hollowing my cheeks and sucking hes brought back to his words. “In the hallway, so hungry for me arent you” he growls 

Moving my mouth back onto his length taking him 4 more times down my throat my hand replacing where my mouth previously was before continuing a bobbing motion. The pace of my bobbing matching the pace of my hand twisting before his hands start caressing my cheeks using it as leverage.

“Such a good girl” he begins stuttering eyes rolling back head falling against the wall. His hips began moving and im not even sure he realizes it and hes fucking my face at a quick pace muttering words in a language that i couldnt identify— maybe something prehistoric.

“Throat so.. mmf… so good, such a good brat. FUCk” he growls when i gag but doesnt stop for a second just continues his rambling. “My brat, youre taking every inch so fucking… so fucking” he holds my head in place as if hes trying not to cum to quick.

Shit thats exactly what hes doing!

Tapping his thigh to gain his attention, the same way he did to me I internally smirk the moment his eyes meet mine and I know exactly what kind of thing would make him release. Slowly pushing down until my nose hits his pelvis as I pull back I give him the longest blink I can exaggerate without looking crazy letting the tears prick my eyes without falling giving the base of his dick and balls a slight squeeze moaning the entire time.

“You fucking demon— nnghhhh”he moans as ropes of his cum shoot down my throat his hips twitching as he holds me in place trying to keep his eyes on me. after hes satisfied everydrop is in my mouth not a single one gone to waste He finally lets my face go before im being pulled up by the front of my shirt. His lips are on mine as hes groping me like my clothes dont exist his hands running all over my body pulling me in closer. 

His tongue swirls in my mouth and its like a mix of both of us before i playfully bite down on his bottom lip feeling him harden against my hip making me grin. He likes it rough i could be as rough as i wanted and hed probably just love it even more.

My legs wrap around his waist the moment he picks me up walking the rest of the way to my room and placing me on the bed pulling me shirt over my head and to inpatient for my skirt and underwear he rips them off. Climbing over me he places a few teasing bites up my neck marking up what hadn't already been marked before pulling back slightly to line himself up with my entrance.

I assume hes going to tease but the squelch and sudden burn of him pushing in makes the corner of my eyes prick with tears only brought back by the sounds of his grunts.

“And you fucking thought id let you go hone with another man and hed have this view of you cock drunk already and all ive done was slide halfway in” he chuckles darkly and i look at where we are connected.

HALFWAY?

“Eyes on me brat” and my leg is thrown over his shoulder before he leans forward giving me a bruising thrust. Well clearly i bit off more than i could chew. His thrust are fast and heavy but not painful. He rolls his hips and my hands fly up to his chest.

Hold on what was this. He sends a handful more thrust just like that with the same force… no not force pressure and i can feel my mouth watering. These werent the quick hard and fast strokes i was expecting. Sure they were rough but—

His large hand throws my other leg over his shoulder pulling a high pitched moan from me and he was entirely to deep inside of me. Its a particular thrust that hits a spot deep inside of me causing my eyes to cross and i nearly push him off of me had it not been for our position.

“Ahhhh looks like i found that sweet spot” he taunts thrusting into it again and i bite my bottom lip trying to hold in the moans. “Cute attempt” and before i could ask what he means he leans forward so were chest to chest and if he wasnt deep before he definitely was now.

“Fuck” he growls against my ear continuing his assault my eyes only catching the way every muscle ripples in his back. He was making his mark and not just sucking and biting but engraving his self in my memory. Every thrust every roll of his hips its like he was trying to make sure i wouldnt forget drunk or sober. Its slight caresses that turn to grips, hip rolls that turn to strong thrust that rattle my whole body bites thats followed by his tongue flicking over them.

The orgasm begins to build and i feel the wetness already sliding down making him grunt picking up the pace. 

“S-sukuna!” It rocks through me before i have time to warn him but he doesnt stop just continues to fuck me through it his chuckles a distant thought it my head.

“You were so jealous” i mutter through heavy pants the only thought i could hold onto before he's pulling out and i'm flipped onto my stomach his length pushed back in this time his hand snaking under me to play with my clit his strokes different this time. 

His fingers are going fast yet his strokes are slow are taunting his balls slapping against me the contrast sends me into another orgasm my brain telling me to fight back. 

“The next time you think IM jealous of another man some puny mortal remember i can make you cum in 30 seconds” he grunts in my ear and i know theres a glare on his face. But he doesnt stop he alternates the pace of his fingers and thrust making me moan out trying to hold back long forgotten.

“You look so delicious” he moans and the sound has my toes curling. He drops half of his weight on me as his other hand comes around grabbing my neck lifting me up so I can see our reflections in the mirror. His maroon eyes were dark and getting darker with lust as we made eye contact through the mirror and for a second my mind turns to mush the only thought was how good he felt with every thrust and pinch of my clit.

“Look at you… fuck falling apart under me” he grunts a smile building on his lips before he licks them gripping tighter on my neck. “You look so perfect taking my cock like this. Getting so… youre making such a mess on me. Youre pussy is so tight and warm and the way youre clenching when i talk… shit. You must like my voice” his grin grows and i look away but the way i clench around him gives me away im sure.

His hand moves from my clit leaving three stinging SMACKS. His grip grows tighter on my throat forcing me to look at him again in the mirror, his hand squeezing over my cheeks.

“Sukuna” i snap or try to but it only comes out as a stuttering moan which satisfies him. 

“Don't look away” he growls and when hes sure im not going to try again he places his hand back on my clit.

“Im not jealous,” he tries to prove his point but it was lost on me i didnt even care i was in complete bliss.

“I can fuck you better than him. He was just going to turn into a boy and jackrabbit you. He wouldnt know what to do with all the woman you are. Me…JEALOUS? No im leaving my mark youre going to remember every touch, lick, bite, shit and thrust. Thats real punishment. Ruining you for every man after me. They couldnt fuck you like this” he rants a deranged look in his eyes before his speed increases and of course.

He wasnt some 20 something year old guy he was a 1000 year old curse with years of experience in torture. Brute force was a mere quick thing and nothing about this was quick.

“Sukuna im going to…” i whine kicking my legs feeling the pressure build up and it was becoming to much for me. I try to thrust back to push him off but that sinister smile grows the widest ive ever seen and instead he pulls me to my knees by my hip. It instead becomes leverage as he uses his other hand to push my back down creating an arch as his pace comes to the fastest its been all night finally pushing in all the way the tip hitting the spot that made my eyes cross again.

“Oh… OH” he chuckles as he watches my fist curling in the blankets the moans no longer quiet but loud screams im sure my neighbors would complain about tomorrow but i couldnt care. 

“Feels good doesnt it, i should make you beg to cum, i should edge you. I shouldnt even.. fuck.. youre lucky youre so pretty i shouldnt even let you cum for even entertaining him. Were you trying to piss me off?” He growls but it all falls on deaf ears. My own shrieks of pleasure are the only thing i can register.

“But since youre here… under me and that stunt you pulled? At that silly little club? Ill be nice just this once brat.” He moans his thrust becoming sloppy as if the thought of me licking him turns him on. 

“Cum for me” he pinches my clit sending me into my demise the hot ropes of cum from him shooting inside of me as his grunts get louder while he rides out our orgasms. 

“Good girl” is the last thing i hear before darkness takes over.

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Sukuna isnt prepared to glance at the clock at 4:37am. Sure he wasnt fully sleep but being prepared for the brown skinned fire sorceress to wake him up 10 minutes ago for another round was the last thing he expected.

Sukuna loved every second of it. She wasnt like past women who wanted to made sure they just pleased him oh no she wanted to conquer him.  find every kink, every sensitive spot any twist of her hips or clutching of his core that made him putty for her and exploit it. Biting him, sucking on his neck, hair pulls and even slight chocking— ok it was nothing slight about it at all, even when she pins his arms above his head he was losing his senses because everything was her.

She had the audacity to try this and look so fucking good doing it. It was no longer him fucking her but dhe was fucking him and damn did it feel good. She was marking him every inch of his body stating her claim and he nearly felt pride, his brat, fuck did she know how to get him going. So prideful she wouldnt even cum again until he did even if that means he did have to snake one of his hand down to pinch her clit watching her tears come down her face as she fights so strongly.

Sukunas proud and for a moments forget this isnt his body just a mere vessel but hes so proud of her he wants to drop his whole load and really claim her as his own but things are a bit complicated right now. But hes so prpud of her being so strong taking every inch and seeing the lengths of her stubotness but fuck does he want her to cum. He needs to feel the way she cums arounds him and watch as the cream builds up at where their bodies meet, he needs to see that pure look of bliss and feel the desperation as her body clings to his. But he can talk her through it.

“H-hey sweetheart, look at me” he growls angry she had him stuttering and with a sharp thrust upward to meet hers she whines looking down at him.

“What?! Y-youre —-mmmm fuck… youre fucking up my pace” she seeethes through clutch teeth pulling roughly on the hair at the nape of his neck his moans unable to be hid at the pure pleasure.

“Sorry sweetheart” he falsely apologized repeating the thrist again feeling her clench. “Just wanna say youre doing so good, taking me dick so good just like you should” he sits up watching as she adjust using his shoulders for leverage.

“Listen to it… every sound, squelch— youre gripping me soooo tight. I could fuck you all night, loose myself in it. Its so wet and warm and your taking every inch like a good brat for me, my brat” he breathes in her ear before bringing her jaw so theyre eye to eye once more.

“I cant wait to watch you cum for me again, make a mess all over your dick.” He tells her watching as she tries to close her eyes and he sends another rough thrust forcing her eyes back open.

“You have 5 seconds to give it all to me” he tells her darkly left hand going to her clit as a threat not rubbing or moving just pressing into her.

“4” and she presses her forehead against his

“3” he smirks as her hips become erattic the whimpers increasing from her mouth.

“Sukuna!” She snaps digging her nails into his back holding on tighter to him. He grins kissing the side of her head thumb not moving from her clit but pressing harder.

“2” and the wet sounds increase  letting him know he was more than capable of talking her… counting her through it.

“I hate you” she moans releasing all over him sending him into an orgasm as well thrusting his hips so they can both ride it through only stopping when he feels her body slump against his.

“I hate you so much” she speaks through ragged breaths as he leans back never pulling out and he chuckles kissing her head again pushing her hair out of her face.

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“So youre telling me…” i trail off completely speachless when all the memories from last night come back and i can feel everywhere he touched like it was burned into my skin.

His arms rest behind his head the holds that cocky smirk and lazy look in his eye as if i forgot his moans.

“You fucked me like that because you were jealous?” I giggle once more watching as his glare comes back

[webslingingslasher]

‘taking a few minutes to calm down so that they don't explode the moment they start talking’ 🙏🙏

Peter is using his breathing methods. 

Inhale four seconds through the nose, exhale for eight. He’s done this three times now and each time he hears you giggle at his frustration he needs to breathe in more. His thumb and index finger are pinching at the bridge of his nose. 

“You alright there, petey?” 

Your humor makes him aggravated, it’s worse because he knows you like this. You are taking enjoyment in seeing him so livid, you’ve just never seen him so annoyed he has to use a breathing tactic on you. 

“I should ask you that, honey.” His words were gentle, his tone was fierce. You giggle more, especially when he takes a sharp inhale when your heel hits against the kitchen cabinet where you kick them back and forth. 

“Oh, I'm just fine. I have my own superhero here to patch me up.” 

His gaze cuts to yours, he has a fire in his eyes you want to see engulf him. He looks at your knee and the fire dies, finally he clicks his teeth. 

“I told you not to run around with socks on.” 

Peter was careful with his words, he needed a minute because he would’ve lost it without it. He’s told you a million times not to run around his place in socks, but you still did and he’s had to catch you at the last second a million times. 

This time he was too late, he was in the bathroom when he heard a thud. After about ten seconds he heard you call out, “petey, I hurt myself.” Sure enough he sees you folded on the floor, a pout taken over your face. “I was trying to do the risky business slide but I fell on my knee.” 

Without a word he picked you up to carry you to the kitchen, the way you threw your arm around his neck and squealed out a ‘weeee,’ had him slightly seething. He wasn’t around to catch you this time, and next time he may not be there either. Next time your head could go through a wall, then he wouldn’t have a girlfriend. 

Hence the breathing exercise. 

“I wasn’t! I was sliding with socks on.” 

His thumb glides across the graze, it was hardwood floors so it didn’t cut you, it was like carpet burn but worse. You hiss when he touches it, it’s a bright red and burns. “Hurts?” It didn’t at first but now it did, you frown, “yeah.” 

“Poor baby,” he looks for the first aid, then looks at you when he has the box open, you’re better at this than him, and that’s saying something coming from the Queens nightly hero.

“Should I do burn cream or neosporin?” 

You panic and push his hand away, “no cream! No touch, no thank you.” 

It was a minor flesh wound, but one that required a bit of attention nonetheless. You didn’t want him touching it, let alone rub something on it, it hurt enough just thinking about poking it. 

“Baby, I gotta put something on it, it looks angry.” 

You huff, “and I will too if you put something on it.”

“Neosporin on the bandaid?” He’s trying to compromise here, you look him up and down, “fine.” 

Peter pulls a large band aid from the box and a tube of neosporin, he delicately spreads the soothing cream on the back of the band aid, then places it on your knee, before you can say thank you he bends to place a light kiss on the wound. 

“No more running in socks, doctor's orders.” 

You groan, “but doctor, I was sliding!” 

[the-clawtake]

Trial of Position

As he went through the startup procedure on his Viper, Cadet Jehan let his mind drift back to his briefing.

“The Warden cause has lost, and Clan Ghost Bear has successfully trialed for a place in Operation: Revival” His Ursari had told him. “Your Sibko will be the last to graduate in time for a place in our triumphant return to Terra.”

He remembered the thrill those words had sent through him as he shivered in the cold morning air.

“As such, we are doing something for your Trial of Position.” He had carefully controlled his response to that as she went one. “You and your fellows will be undergoing them in the Tseng-Jorgensson Training Ground, on the southern continent here on Strana Mechty.” He knew the area, they had performed several exercises there after arriving on the planet. Twenty-five square kilometers of mixed tundra and boreal forest, dotted with lakes that would be frozen at this time of year.

“As usual, you will undergo the trail with another cadet. You will both start at opposite ends of the training ground. Three opponents will await each of you, to be fought in sequence. Their positions will be marked as nav points.”

She had leaned in close for her final pronouncement.

“Do well, Cadet, and there will be a place in Operation Revival for you.”

Now, the fusion reactor was humming beneath him, the battle computer announcing in a monotone voice that the reactor was online, the sensors were online, the weapons were online. All systems were nominal.

He checked the readouts manually anyway, then confirmed his weapons groupings. His ‘mech was configured in the Prime variant, with two medium pulse lasers, a four tube srm pod, and twin .50 calibre machine guns. A lighter loadout than most Omnimechs in it’s weight category, but it made up for it with speed and armour.

He eased the throttle forward, carrying the ‘mech out of the hangar and into the swirling snow. That would complicate things.

He glanced down at the map screen with it’s wire-frame topography and marked nav points, manipulating the view with his free hand. His own opponents, according to the Nav were in a rough semi-circle, spaced around a kilometer and three quarters apart, the closest being about 2 kilometers away to the west north-west, his hangar being at the southern end of the training zone.

Visibility was considerably lower than that. He set off into the snow, slowly at first, then picking up the pace as he grew used to the uncertain footing. Here and there he could see what was either low hills or deep drifts, and he resolved to avoid them.

The wide dog-leg he took of his first opponent took him into the trees, and he came in on the Nav from the North.

His first opponent was in a clearing. He didn’t recognize the burly-looking build, and the drifting snow meant his battle computer was unable to get an idea, but it was obvious that the main threat was the missile pod up on the right shoulder. It was big for a light ‘Mech, twelve or fifteen tubes at least.

He carefully settled his targetting caret on it, and then toggled his comms to the open band.

“This is Cadet Jehan, piloting the Viper Prime. I offer challenge to the Warrior in the light ‘Mech at Nav Point Alpha.”

He shifted his direction of travel to pass behind the other ‘mech, twisting the torso to keep his weapons trained on the missile pod and watched the rangefinder.

The numbers were blinking in and out, the snow interfering with the lidar. But it seemed to be about 300 meters. He slammed his throttle open to full, accelerating to his maximum speed of almost 130 kilometers an hour. Powder flew up behind him in a swirl, and he felt his mech stagger and slip before recovering.

“This is Warrior Edgar, in the Howler at Nav Alpha. Challenge Accepted. In this solemn matter let no man interfere.”

The Howler was turning to the source of the transmission, to meet Jehan’s charge, but slowly, so slowly.

Before it could bring it’s targetting systems to bear, the range was under 250 meters, and Jehan opened up with his SRMs and his pulse lasers.

One missile hit the right arm.

One tracked up and hit the side of the missile pod, and then the lasers did the same.

The whole right side of the Howler collapsed, armour, arm, missile pod.

The battle computer was showing an entry for it now, and the only weapons had been the missile pod.

“Your weapon systems are disabled. I offer hegira.” Jehan transmitted on the open comm.

“Accepted. Do not think your next opponent will be so taken in.” Edgar’s voice was filled with anger and frustration. “I will not forget this, Cadet.”

Jehan made sure his comm channel was closed and then let out a short bark of laughter, before turning towards the next opponent.

[mysteryshoptls]

SSR Azul Ashengrotto Bloom Birthday Personal Story: Part 3

"Happy Birthday"

(Part 1) (Part 2) Part 3

[Octavinelle Dorm – Birthday Party Venue]

Jack: This is the last question.

Jack: “How do you spend your days off?”

Azul: Whenever I have no specific plans, I try to work on self-care of both my mind and body.

Jack: It's definitely good to refresh yourself from time to time. What kind of things do you do?

Azul: I'll wake up early in the morning, and make myself a cup of whatever I'm in the mood for…

Azul: I'll often read a business book or economic newspaper, check the news or whatever is currently trending.

Jack: Is that really helping to reset yourself? If you're just info-grabbing still, I don't see how that'd relax you…

Azul: For me, that sort of thing is more or less a hobby. Also, at this point, this has become an ingrained habit…

Azul: If I were to just lounge around in bed all day, it would just have the opposite effect on my mood.

Jack: Yeah, I guess I agree with you that I don't want to be lounging around just because it's my day off, but… You really do keep busy, huh.

Jack: So, if that's all the self-care of the mind… What do you do for your body?

Azul: Often times I'll do circuit training, alternating between weight training and aerobic exercises.

Jack: HUH!?

Azul: What is with that shell-shocked reaction?

Jack: No, I mean, I just never expected the word "training" to come out of your mouth, I guess!?

Azul: Well, I suppose I am part of a culture club, so… Perhaps it is not completely unexpected that you would think otherwise.

Azul: Oh, that reminds me, I was thinking of adding a new training regimen to my daily workout…

Azul: I am considering resistance band training. Jack-san, do you have any experience with this?

Jack: Yeah, I do. Whenever I add that to my usual muscle training, I end up using muscles that I normally don't use.

Jack: Depending on how long the tubes are, or how many you use, you can change up the strength of the resistance, so it really helps to exercise the whole body.

Azul: As I thought! Thank you, Jack-san. You were more than helpful.

Jack: Yeah. But man, I really didn't expect I'd get to talk about exercises with you of all people.

Azul: Fufu, it seems we have unexpectedly found something we share in common.

Jack: So, now the interview's over. Lastly…

Jack: Here's your broom, Azul-senpai. Don't know how to really explain it, but it's got a pretty mature-looking vibe.

Azul: True, it certainly has a beautiful and calming color scheme.

Jack: Okay, then, careful out there, and make sure not to fall off.

Azul: Jack-san, I can see that huge grin on your face, you know?

Azul: As if I would allow anyone to see me humiliated… [inhales, exhales]

Azul: I have trained in preparation for this day. Allow me to disappoint you by defying your expectations.

Azul: I've studied the wind speed and direction. I'll definitely fly just as I've practiced!

(Part 1) (Part 2) Part 3

[popsvclesrecs]

Chelsea Dagger— Something That I Want

Jaime can’t believe that the team, that Roy fucking Kent, allowed Coach Beard to pick the team building exercise, even if it was his turn. Unsurprisingly, he chose to keep it a secret, only providing the address and time, nothing more.

So imagine the teams surprise to end up at a legendary underground concert venue, to see an up and coming band from America, Beard claiming the bass player was one of his favorite players back before he started coaching Richmond? Honestly, the team had no idea what to expect, Colin was betting on a trip to an abandoned tube station?

They couldn’t complain seeing as they’re getting VIP treatment, but that might be due to the fact that they’re the most buzzed about football team in London at the moment… regardless, to say they were shocked to see the bassist of Chelsea Dagger’s band? And he was tackling their American coach engaging in an incredibly intricate handshake?

“Duke! It’s showtime!” Someone screams distantly and then the whole team is literally against the stage, and the band is warming up.

And he sees her.

[audio-luddite]

Nothing there

Vacuum tube's turn.

Full disclosure I like the "tube sound", but I know what that is.

The "it sounds like" versus " it measures as" tribes can come to blows. Halfway between is no-man's-land. I sorta live there in this hobby.

The second tribe is well represented in "Audio Science Review" a tight club of people who measure stuff and report what they find. As far as I can tell every tube amplifier they have tested does poorly, often very poorly. The top of their rankings are all solid state. They can be Class D or A/B but all are solid state.

I respect the effort and methods they use. They look at things consistently and without preconceived notions. Results are results chips fall where they do.

Even Audio Research solid state amplifiers come out relatively poorly as they try to keep the sound and flavor of tubes. Also several of Bob Carver's amplifiers rank poorly for similar reasons. Add a voice or keep it clean.

The "sounds like" tribe laughs and condemns the meter people as fools and villains. If they only knew they would join us!

I read two reviews of tube amplifiers they did. Both were audiophile darlings and both measured poorly. In the discussion threads though there was an honest attempt to figure out why things can still sound nice while not being nice.

Here is one.

One comment had to do with the spectrum of distortion accentuating a specific part of the frequency response by increasing the apparent signal there. I have speculated a similar thing that noise is added to certain sounds to make those sound more prominent. Specifically noise added to woodwind instruments to make them sound more like moving air.

Recall also I know from personal experience that sounds I heard with my Franken-amp are masked under something in the tube amp. Still the voice of the tube amp is seductive. You like it because it is pleasant.

Under all this is the fact that this entire exercise is to create an illusion. It is not a band or a singer or an orchestra on the far side of the wall. It just kinda sounds like one. Illusions are false things. Do not seek reality in false things. Enjoy the pretty picture.

And finally this is all about likes. There is no best. You can like tubes and transistors. I do, and don't say I can't. I have been climbing this hill for 50 years.

[reallygrossstuff]

Bro - Instant Dough, Just Add Water

Finally an upload! Sorry for the long delay, I honestly don’t know why it happened. I’ll be back to weekly posting after this, so look forward to that I guess.

In this fic, Bro  finds a strange package on his doorstep, purporting to be an 'instant meal tool'. What could possibly go wrong?

Comments, thoughts, feedback means the world to me! My ask box is open if you want to throw around ideas or just chat.

Bro sighed in satisfaction, pulling the hem of his shirt up to wipe his slightly-damp forehead. Using his home gym instead of going out might have put certain limits on what he could do, but it also let him exercise at his own brutal pace without anyone staring or asking for advice, and that convenience alone was enough to justify the expense of constructing it.

 More than anything he wanted to go straight to the kitchen for a glass of water, maybe some ice, but he’d heard some pretty insistent knocking on the door earlier that he figured he’d better check out. Taking a sword with him just in case, he peered through the peephole - nothing visible outside - before unbolting the door and looking around.

 Nobody was waiting outside anymore, but someone had left a small package on the doormat. Its printed label was addressed impersonally to ‘the owner or occupant’, giving nothing away about its contents. One side of the box was stamped with some sort of logo, though not one Bro recognised. It didn’t explode when he poked it with his sword, so he picked it up and brought it inside, bolting the door again behind him.

 On opening the package, he found a length of entirely unremarkable metal tubing, almost identical to the sort his showerhead used - albeit longer and larger. One end had an adjustable band to fit it to another tube, and some sort of filter too far in for Bro to pull out. The other end terminated in a declining point almost like a hose.

 Giving the box a hearty shake just in case, a second item fell out; a thin printout, one double-sided page giving the only explanation Bro had yet to receive about the hose. One side explained that he had been chosen to receive a complimentary ‘beta product’ due to his continued patronage of the company, though it failed to mention exactly which company this was. More than likely it was one of the fitness companies he bought his machines from - it would explain the metal construction, and he could never remember all of their logos anyway, they were too generic. The other side explained the beta product’s intended purpose; when fed clean water through the filtered end, the hose would dispense an “instant meal substitute” for him to consume.

 “Weird as fuck thing t’ just give out with no warnings,” Bro murmured, making sure he hadn’t missed anything. There was nothing else on the paper, though, just the instruction to enjoy the product as specified and a hope that he was satisfied by it. “What the hell, though, water’s cheap anyway.”

 Finally going back to the kitchen, Bro fussed with the sink until he’d firmly cinched the finter end to the faucet. A few sharp tugs confirmed to him that the connection was good, after which he turned both faucets and started water pouring through the tube.

 Bro could hear water gushing into the tube at full strength, but the shrinking hose end limited the rate at which it came out the other end. As he watched, a thick glob of pale liquid dripped out into the sink, followed by another one that grew only slightly faster. Ignoring his immature first impressions of its colour and consistency, he raised the hose higher and rested the end between his lips.

 And ho-ly. The mix’s colour might have been plain, but its taste was anything but. Cool and refreshing on his tongue and throat, his first comparison for it was neapolitan ice cream. It had the right texture for it, and his taste buds lit up in a slow gradient of combinations as the meal cycled seamlessly between flavours; from chocolate to caramel to mango to strawberry to cookie dough and back again. Tipping his head back slightly, he sucked in his cheeks, trying to coax the hose to pour faster.

 The taste might have been distracting, but it was still impossible not to notice the side effects. Bro hadn’t tucked his shirt back in yet, but already it felt tight against his stomach, the mixture sitting heavier in his gut than he expected. Sliding his free hand up under his shirt, he kneaded the sore skin gently, pressing his fingers firmly against it to try and soothe himself. At first there was no give, his stomach taut and rounded as if with air, but as he pressed there was a soft grrrrnnnnssh and the pressure gave, his belly dipping and sagging as if decompressing into a new flabby shape.

 Bro knew he should’ve been concerned by this, but all he could muster was confusion, and only weakly. The drink was good, especially now it was coming through slightly faster, but honestly most of his acceptance came from just how... satisfying the heft of his new gut felt. Compared to the former taut firmness of his abs, his belly now quivered and shifted with each breath, wobbling casually against the button of his jeans as he crooked his fingers into the silky flab. Using the fridge as an impromptu mirror, Bro could also appreciate the comic imbalance of his new shape too - his pecs were well-defined within his polo, his arms toned, his legs in perfect form, and yet his belly was as doughy and shapeless as a bag of milk.

 It was a compelling juxtaposition, even if it wouldn’t last long.

 Feeling another tightening of his skin, Bro pushed away from the counter and walked out into the living room, taking advantage of the hose’s length to savour the way walking now felt. Every step made his gut bounce compellingly in front of him as if clearing the room for him, and with each shwip of denim on denim he could feel his legs swelling and tightening just as his stomach had moments ago.

 When the pressure released there, his eyes were already trained on his lower half in anticipation, one foot propped up on the coffee table to watch in greater detail. The tight roundness of his legs oozed outwards with a long bwrrrrrrrnn, his jeans tearing around his thighs and calves as flab pushed between the stitches. The thigh of his bent leg sagged downwards halfway to his calf, which similarly relented to gravity. He already couldn’t see his feet past his gut, but even with one leg stretched out in front of him, his new leg meat fell heavily on the appendage, obscuring it from view.

 Bro couldn’t resist continuing to pace, feeling how his legs now dragged together lovingly with long thhhhhwips and shlrrrrrps, forcing him to widen his stance indulgently. His belly was now propped up slightly by his thighs, only making it look bigger as it took up more space in front of him, but still he didn’t take the hose from his mouth. There was a second flavour in the ice cream mix now, like some sort of thick syrup, and it gave him just enough motivation to keep seeing this test run through.

 Not a minute after his legs surged out, his arms puffed up with the same impending fatness. The puffing followed the shape of his muscles to start, accentuating his biceps and triceps, but by the time they were ready to go it looked more like he was wearing an inflated suit over each limb. When it felt like they were about to burst from their own pressure, they suddenly deflated and sagged with long gwrrps, burying his toned arms under leaden chicken wings that wobbled and shook under their own weight. His fingers thickened out into clumsy sausages, his forearms slightly less laden with fat but no more defined than any other part of him.

 Bro closed his eyes for a moment, devoting his whole attention to the enjoyable strain and pressure of his new body. Even just holding onto the hose made his arm quiver from the effort of raising it, making the blobby sag of his upper arm ripple like a water balloon. His legs were forced to bow outwards by his meaty thighs, his dimpled knees shaking from the new weight piled onto them. It certainly wasn’t anything he would’ve done to himself, but he couldn’t deny there was a pleasure to just how bulky he was at this weight.

 Just at the moment he decided he’d indulged enough and started to take his first step back across the living room, the hose shuddered beneath his hand like a living thing. The instant mix cut off entirely, the hose creaking as pressure built up within it. The metal began to stretch outwards as he watched, less like it was buckling and more like it was intentionally expanding in preparation for something. What had once been the same size as most of Bro’s own plumbing now looked more like the water mains he sometimes caught glimpses of through the storm drains, a thick length of piping with industrial implications.

 Bro had just enough time to open his mouth wider - and feel the hose’s nozzle expand to fill the space - before a new taste filled his senses.

 Neither cold nor hot, the thicker, globby mix was closer to room temperature. It wasn’t as sweet as before, but the sweetness felt richer, more natural. It was significantly slower-moving too, gumming up his teeth and stretching his cheeks outwards as the pump - because there was no other word for it now, surely - filled every available inch of space inside him. Bringing both hands up, Bro tried to force the hose out of his mouth with little success; even both of them together only gripped a third of its circumference, and the positioning wasn’t good to get any sort of handhold to shove against. It gave him plenty of time to puzzle out the exact taste and feeling of the new gustatory assault as he was forced through his unwilling taste testing, and eventually he decided the closest descriptor was that he was being pumped full of very sugary dough.

 The process of eating felt much more deliberate with how globby the dough was, but its effects were even swifter than the ice cream mix. Bro felt the same ebb and flow work across his body, parts of himself firming up slightly before surging with new flub. At the same time, it crept out into new areas as yet unaffected - or at least partially spared - by his past growth. The sensations came all at once, tightness settling against his chest, in the strained seat of his pants, and across his brow and cheeks.

 His chest was the first to succumb to the tidal wave of weight, his shirt rending with a great crrrrrrrick as his pecs turned into saggy, shapeless moobs. They sat heavily on his belly (a fact which produced a few unpleasant grrrrnns and brrrrrlrlrrls of its own), rising up high enough to block out a good two thirds of Bro’s vision. The flesh was smooth and unburdened by stretch marks or cellulite, a perfect wall of fat to quiver and wobble in time with the rest of his body. Every twitch and ripple made another scrap of fabric fall from his body, his skin so silky that not a stitch of it was trapped within his numerous new folds.

 As he took a few (slow, ponderous, sweat-inducing) waddling steps forward, his balance was further played with by a great bwmph of growth from his backside. His jeans had been shredded already, but the waistband had continued trooping on, at least holding the tatters of it against him in some play of modesty; now the entire seat of his pants exploded into scrap, taking half of the waistband with it and leaving the rest to fwump in grateful surrender around his wide ankles. His boxers gave up instantly, even the stretchy elastic succumbing as his ass fwubbed out in every direction, going from something Bro was privately a little proud of to something he wouldn’t be able to fit through a barn door. With his ass pinning his legs in one direction and his gut pressing down on them in the other, his movement was halted, leaving him beached in the living room as he continued to puff up.

 Bro’s face was the last part of himself to pudge up, the strange pressure of flab building for a good minute after the rest of him had succumbed to doughy smoothness. When it gave in, he couldn’t help but let out a distressed moan at the feeling, his head sinking slightly into the divot of flab between his buried shoulders. His cheeks fwubbed up comically into his field of view, his brow sagging downwards at the same time to leave only a sliver of unpainted ceiling visible to him. His jaw sagged under its own weight, lips parting slightly to let a small dribble of doughy feed escape down towards his chins, which had happily multiplied and merged entirely with his neck to create an immovable tube of fat.

 Bro continued to wiggle his fingers and toes, grunting his exertion into the hose, but he was entirely immobile and he knew it. His arms were pinned directly out from his sides by the union of his love handles and belly, the tips of his flabby fingers just poking out from the extended tubes of his arms. His feet weren’t even touching the floor, surrounded by layered cylinders of fat from his knees all the way to his ankles, the pudge surrendering its shape against the floorboards to create a perfectly unshakable balance.

 Despite his mere existence seeming to demand that calories be burned, Bro just kept filling out. His ass wobbled and quivered in the AC unit’s breeze, every twitch smushing it more firmly against the apartment’s front door. Though he couldn’t see an inch of it, he could feel his gut oozing outwards as pure marshmallow fluff, engulfing every piece of furniture and climbing up the walls with its size. Sensation was only somewhat dulled by his sheer size, allowing him to feel every bump and corner he was pressing into, though the most confusing feeling was the set of strange pressures against the front of his gut and the ticklish coldness that each of them caused. It was enough to make him squirm and struggle more, but not enough to actually budge the boulder of a man - only to make his stomach complain, filling his ears with deafening glrrrrshhhhhes and glooooooooorrrrrrrnnnnns.

 All he could hope for was that someone would turn off the water main before he bankrupted himself.

 --

 James dusted his hands off thoroughly on his handkerchief, his eyes shaded by his hat as he tipped his head upwards towards the higher floors of the building in front of him.

 Every single window he looked past was cracked or cracking, great spiderwebs of strain pressed into each of them. Cracks spread out between windowpanes and posts as the entire building bulged obscenely, shuddering and groaning loudly as if battered by a great wind from within.

 Said great wind was clearly visible in each of the dozens of abused windows. Wads of flab oozed from every opening in the building, crammed through to find more room to grow into and quaking in the breeze. Each of them prickled with tender goosebumps, the only imperfection on the perfectly smooth lumps. One poor tenant’s custom window was only partially broken - the glass had all smashed and tinkled to the ground below, but the frame itself only bulged slightly, as if wanting to properly accentuate the cavernously deep and quivering navel behind it.

 It was a pleasing sight, and certainly said promising things about the product’s efficacy (or at least Ambrose’s gluttony), but James was certain the building wouldn’t last long. The cracks were mostly around the middle of the structure, where the most bulging occurred, but they spread outward with each new second, great peals of brick dust and flaking paint showering down in a constant stream. Everyone had been moved out well in advance, of course, but there were still more preparations to be made by far.

 Letting his eyes stay on the spectacle for a few more minutes, James retrieved his phone and dialled his lawyer’s number by memory. It took a lot of paperwork to buy out a whole city block, after all.

[smoreboi]

Remembering some things:

the time in second grade when I scared the entire office staff who thought my mom had sent me to school with chicken pox, but it was actually scarlet fever, and the “small cough” I’d had for a week before was actually strep throat

every thanksgiving, christmas, and easter meal at my great grandmas (on my moms moms side) when for the last hour because I stop enjoying being around people, I go to the back room and play with her old-time-y exercise bike, sometimes alone, sometimes with my sister

my polyamorous lesbian stuffed animal cats from when I was six and didn’t know what either of those things were

the time I won never have I ever specifically because I was the only asexual surrounded by a group of hypersexuals

Starting underground silly band, shrinky dinks, and Pokémon card trading groups after all three were banned in third grade

getting told to put my book away walking back from recess because I wasn’t paying attention to where I was going, and when I looked at my teacher and confidently stated that I both 1 knew the route and 2 had already read this book, she just looked at me for a second and then just said “okay well, be careful”

playing irl Crossy road with the swing sets in fifth grade by having someone set all the the swings and then trying to run in between them without getting hit

getting yelled at repeatedly by recess staff in fourth grade because my favorite two things to do was read while sitting inside this concrete tube or read while pacing back and forth along this varied hight unstable path of logs, but the only two rules were that you had to be visible at all times and don’t walk over the logs

that is enough remembering for today. The past once again no longer exists.

[nancydrewwouldnever]

Tonal are wired wall-mounted systems for resistance strength training classes and workouts. I'm actually interested in those but man are they expensive.// I want a Tonal so bad. However, I have to make due with tubes and resistance bands. 😭

Yes, at home I have resistance bands and some light weights I picked up for cheap when TJ Maxx marked down a lot of exercise stuff one year. (It was awesome!) Resistance bands can be a really good workout, though.

I mostly just do the routine circuit at the gym, and avoid the free weight area. Because it's constantly full of 20 year olds taking pics for IG, lol.

[pricehuntersstoreeee]

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Understanding Weight Loss Surgery in Brisbane: A Comprehensive Guide

Weight loss surgery, also known as bariatric surgery, is a significant medical intervention for individuals struggling with obesity. In Brisbane, the demand for this life-changing procedure has increased as more people seek effective solutions to achieve a healthier weight. This comprehensive guide will explore various aspects of weight loss surgery in Brisbane, including common topics, challenges, a step-by-step guide, a case study, and a conclusion. We aim to provide a clear, engaging, and informative overview of weight loss surgery to help you make an informed decision.

Common Topics Everyone Should Know

1. Types of Weight Loss Surgery

Gastric Bypass Surgery: This involves creating a small pouch from the stomach and connecting it directly to the small intestine. This bypasses a portion of the digestive tract, leading to significant weight loss.

Sleeve Gastrectomy: This procedure removes a large portion of the stomach, leaving a smaller, tube-like stomach. This limits food intake and reduces hunger by decreasing the production of the hunger hormone ghrelin.

Adjustable Gastric Banding: An adjustable band is placed around the upper part of the stomach to create a small pouch. The band can be adjusted to control the amount of food intake.

Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS): This is a more complex procedure that involves both a sleeve gastrectomy and a significant rerouting of the intestines, leading to substantial weight loss.

2. Benefits of Weight Loss Surgery

Weight loss surgery can lead to significant health improvements, including:

Reduction in obesity-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and sleep apnea.

Improved mobility and quality of life.

Increased energy levels and better mental health.

Enhanced self-esteem and body image.

3. Risks and Complications

Like any surgery, weight loss surgery carries risks and potential complications, including:

Infection and bleeding.

Nutritional deficiencies due to reduced food intake and absorption.

Gastrointestinal issues such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.

Psychological effects, including depression and anxiety.

Challenges in Undergoing Weight Loss Surgery

1. Psychological Preparedness

Undergoing weight loss surgery requires significant mental and emotional preparation. Patients must be ready to commit to lifestyle changes and cope with the psychological impact of rapid weight loss.

2. Financial Considerations

Weight loss surgery can be expensive, and not all insurance plans cover the procedure. Patients must consider the financial burden, including surgery costs, post-operative care, and potential complications.

3. Post-Surgery Lifestyle Changes

Successful weight loss surgery requires lifelong changes in diet, exercise, and lifestyle habits. Patients must adhere to strict dietary guidelines, maintain regular physical activity, and attend follow-up appointments.

4. Social and Emotional Support

Patients need robust support systems from family, friends, and healthcare providers to navigate the challenges of weight loss surgery. Emotional support is crucial for long-term success.

Step-by-Step Guide to Weight Loss Surgery

Step 1: Initial Consultation

The journey begins with an initial consultation with a bariatric surgeon in Brisbane. During this appointment, the surgeon will assess your medical history, discuss your weight loss goals, and determine your eligibility for surgery.

Step 2: Pre-Surgery Evaluation

If deemed eligible, you will undergo a comprehensive pre-surgery evaluation, including:

Medical exams and laboratory tests.

Nutritional and psychological assessments.

Consultations with specialists such as dietitians and psychologists.

Step 3: Preparing for Surgery

Preparation for surgery involves several steps:

Adhering to a pre-surgery diet to reduce liver size and facilitate the procedure.

Quitting smoking and avoiding alcohol.

Arranging for post-operative care and support.

Step 4: The Surgery

On the day of surgery, you will be admitted to the hospital. The procedure typically lasts a few hours, and you will be under general anesthesia. The type of surgery performed will depend on your specific needs and the surgeon's recommendation.

Step 5: Post-Surgery Recovery

Recovery from weight loss surgery involves:

Hospital stay for a few days to monitor for complications.

Gradual reintroduction of liquids and soft foods.

Pain management and wound care.

Regular follow-up appointments with your surgeon.

Step 6: Long-Term Management

Long-term management includes:

Adhering to a balanced, nutrient-rich diet.

Regular physical activity to maintain weight loss.

Ongoing psychological support.

Regular medical check-ups to monitor your health.

Case Study: Sarah's Weight Loss Journey

Background: Sarah, a 35-year-old Brisbane resident, struggled with obesity for most of her life. Despite numerous diet and exercise attempts, she was unable to achieve sustainable weight loss. Her BMI was 40, and she suffered from type 2 diabetes and hypertension.

Decision: After thorough research and consultations with her healthcare providers, Sarah decided to undergo sleeve gastrectomy. She chose a reputable bariatric surgeon in Brisbane and began her journey.

Pre-Surgery Preparation: Sarah underwent comprehensive medical evaluations and participated in nutritional and psychological counseling. She adhered to a strict pre-surgery diet and prepared for the lifestyle changes ahead.

The Surgery: The sleeve gastrectomy was performed successfully. Sarah spent three days in the hospital for monitoring and recovery. The surgical team provided her with detailed post-operative care instructions.

Post-Surgery Journey: Sarah followed her surgeon's guidelines meticulously. She transitioned from liquids to solid foods and maintained a balanced diet. Regular physical activity became part of her daily routine. With the support of her family and healthcare team, Sarah lost 45 kilograms over the next year.

Outcome: Sarah's weight loss surgery was a success. Her BMI decreased to 27, and her type 2 diabetes went into remission. She experienced significant improvements in her quality of life, including increased energy levels and enhanced self-esteem.

Conclusion

Weight loss surgery in Brisbane offers a promising solution for individuals struggling with obesity and related health issues. While the journey involves significant challenges, the potential benefits, including improved health and quality of life, make it a worthwhile consideration. By understanding the types of surgery, preparing for the procedure, and committing to long-term lifestyle changes, patients can achieve lasting weight loss and a healthier future.

Weight loss surgery Brisbane provides a pathway to a healthier life, but it requires careful consideration, preparation, and commitment. If you are contemplating weight loss surgery, consult with a qualified bariatric surgeon to explore your options and embark on a journey towards a healthier, happier you.

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Exploring Minimally Invasive Weight Loss Surgery Techniques in Delhi

In recent years, minimally invasive weight loss surgery has emerged as a transformative solution for individuals struggling with obesity. Delhi, a bustling metropolis known for its advanced medical facilities, has become a hub for cutting-edge weight loss surgery techniques. These procedures offer effective solutions for individuals seeking sustainable weight loss and improved health outcomes. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the most popular minimally invasive Weight Lose Clinic in Delhi Surgery techniques.

Why Choose Minimally Invasive Weight Loss Surgery?

Minimally invasive weight loss surgery, often called bariatric surgery, is a powerful tool for individuals who have not achieved significant weight loss through diet and exercise alone. The primary advantage of these procedures is their ability to achieve substantial weight loss with minimal trauma to the body. Unlike traditional open surgery, minimally invasive techniques use small incisions, resulting in shorter recovery times, reduced scarring, and lower risk of complications.

Popular Minimally Invasive Weight Loss Surgery Techniques

Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass

Laparoscopic gastric bypass is a popular weight loss surgery technique that involves creating a small stomach pouch and rerouting a portion of the small intestine. This procedure limits food intake and reduces nutrient absorption, leading to significant weight loss. Patients who undergo gastric bypass often experience improvements in obesity-related conditions such as diabetes and hypertension.

2. Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy

Sleeve gastrectomy is another effective minimally invasive procedure that involves removing a portion of the stomach to create a smaller, tube-like structure. This reduces the stomach’s capacity, helping patients feel full more quickly and consume fewer calories. Sleeve gastrectomy is known for its simplicity and effectiveness, making it a popular choice among individuals seeking long-term weight loss.

3. Adjustable Gastric Banding

Adjustable gastric banding, commonly known as lap band surgery, involves placing a silicone band around the upper portion of the stomach to create a small pouch. The band can be adjusted to control food intake, allowing personalized weight loss management. This reversible procedure offers a less invasive option for individuals considering surgical weight loss solutions.

Choosing the Best Weight Loss Surgery Center in Delhi

Delhi is home to several renowned weight loss surgery centers that offer state-of-the-art facilities and experienced medical professionals. When selecting a weight loss surgery center in Delhi, it’s essential to consider factors such as the expertise of the surgical team, the quality of post-operative care, and patient reviews.

For those seeking a trusted weight loss clinic in Delhi, it’s crucial to consult with qualified healthcare providers who can assess individual needs and recommend the most suitable procedure. A comprehensive evaluation of medical history, lifestyle, and weight loss goals will help determine the best approach to achieve long-lasting results.

Conclusion

Minimally invasive weight loss surgery techniques have revolutionized the field of obesity treatment, offering individuals in Delhi an opportunity to achieve healthier lives through sustainable weight loss. With various procedures available, individuals can choose the option that aligns with their unique needs and goals. By selecting a reputable weight loss clinic in Delhi, patients can embark on a transformative journey towards improved health and well-being.

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Comprehensive Guide to Elderly Care Therapy Equipment

Caring for the elderly requires a multifaceted approach, combining medical care, emotional support, and therapeutic interventions. One example of the critical components of effective elderly care is the use of specialized therapy equipment. In this blog post, we will explore various types of elderly care therapy equipment, their benefits, and how they can enhance the quality of life for seniors.

Understanding Elderly Care Therapy EquipmentElderly care therapy equipment market encompasses a wide range of devices and tools designed to support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of older adults. This equipment is used in various settings, including homes, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers, to aid in mobility, improve cognitive functions, and provide comfort and safety.

Types of Elderly Care Therapy Equipment

1. Mobility AidsMobility aids are essential for seniors who have difficulty walking or maintaining balance. These aids help prevent falls and allow seniors to stand and move around more independently.

Walkers and Rollators: These provide support for walking and often come with seats and storage compartments.

Wheelchairs and Scooters: For those with limited mobility, these aids offer an excellent way to maintain independence.

Canes and Crutches: Lightweight and easy to use, they provide extra stability for those who need minimal support.

2. Physical Therapy EquipmentPhysical therapy equipment helps seniors maintain or improve their physical strength, flexibility, and coordination.

Exercise Bands and Tubes: Used for strength training and resistance exercises, they are versatile and effective.

Balance Boards and Pads: These tools help improve balance and coordination, reducing the risk of falls.

Pedal Exercisers: Compact and easy to use, they help improve cardiovascular health and leg strength.

3. Cognitive Therapy ToolsCognitive therapy tools are designed to stimulate the brain and improve mental functions such as memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.

Puzzles and Brain Games: Engaging activities that help keep the mind sharp.

Memory Aids: Devices such as digital clocks with large displays and reminder alarms can help seniors keep track of their daily schedules.

Interactive Apps and Tablets: Specially designed for seniors, these can offer cognitive exercises and entertainment.

4. Comfort and Safety EquipmentComfort and safety equipment ensures that seniors can live in their homes safely and comfortably.

Adjustable Beds: These beds can be adjusted to different positions, providing comfort and aiding in mobility.

Grab Bars and Handrails: Installed in bathrooms and other areas, they help prevent falls.

Lift Chairs: These chairs can help seniors transition from sitting to standing with ease.

Benefits of Using Elderly Care Therapy Equipment

The use of elderly care therapy equipment offers numerous benefits:

Enhanced Independence: Mobility aids and physical therapy equipment help seniors perform daily tasks independently.

Improved Physical Health: Regular use of exercise equipment can lead to better physical health and reduced risk of chronic diseases.

Mental Stimulation: Cognitive therapy tools keep the brain active and reduce the risk of cognitive decline.

Increased Safety: Safety equipment reduces the risk of falls and injuries, allowing seniors to live safely in their homes.