Tuesday February 9th, 2010
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Man who took Cialis dies hours after action
Published: 12 Oct 2009
A 35-year-old Rio Claro man died yesterday after allegedly taking Cialis, a drug used for erectile dysfunction (ED). Michael Seecheran, of Church Street, complained of chest pains a few hours after taking the drug. A report said Seecheran took the drug around 6 pm and then had sex. He reportedly took in with chest pains and collapsed. He was taken to Mayaro Health Facility where he died around 12.30 am. However, a relative reportedly told police that the drug did not work well, as his performance lasted only for about three minutes. A post-mortem will be done today. A doctor said people taking ED drugs should follow the information leaflet or use it under a doctor’s instructions. “There are guidelines that show who should take it and who are at risk. It is given on the information leaflet. People with cardiovascular problems or other categories at risk should follow directions by a doctor.”
The Web site for the ED drug Cialis explains the side effects of the drug. It states, “As with all medications, Cialis may have some side effects. The most common side effects of both Cialis dosing options are headache, upset stomach, back pain, muscle aches, flushing, and stuffy or runny nose. These side effects usually go away after a few hours. Patients who get back pain and muscle aches usually get it 12 to 24 hours after taking Cialis. Back pain and muscle aches usually go away by themselves within 48 hours. Call your doctor if you get a side effect that bothers you or does not go away.” But detectives stressed yesterday that they did not know the cause of death, and must await results of the autopsy.
Camille your headline says
Camille your headline says he took it, article says he allegedly took it, which is it??? Reporting seems a bit confusing...
Very Poor Journalism - very
Very Poor Journalism - very difficult to follow
"a relative reportedly told police that the drug did not work well, as his performance lasted only for about three minutes"....what kind of family is this and how are they privy to this information? Furthermore how is this relevant to his death?
Lastly why is a 35 year old man taking Cialis to begin with? If his ED was due to cardiovascular disease or untreated diabetes then readers might want to know this. In addition it is relevant to the storyline as he presented with chest pain shortly thereafter.
I agree with the philosopher
I agree with the philosopher that this was a poorly researched and written news story.
ED can be result of medical condition, medications or just psychological. I don't think that age matters in this situation.
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Journalistic Standards in
Journalistic Standards in T&T appalling:
This article serves to show the very poor journalistic standards that are rampant in T&T. The story is tabloid-like and full of scandalous hearsay. Nobody has even ascertained the cause of the poor gentleman's death, or if it is even at all related to his use of the drug. Now he wont be remembered as the unfortunate man who died young, he will be known as the fool who died taking ED pills...whether it contributed to his death or not. Ridiculous man...just ridiculous....
There are reports that there
There are reports that there are many fake ED drugs like Sildenafil Citrate or Cialis out there that can have deleterious, if not fatal effects, on unwary users. The origin of the one used by the victim should be scrutinised by the Food & Drug Agency.
Can somebody tell me what
Can somebody tell me what Camille Clarke is trying to say here?
She writes: "However, a relative reportedly told police that the drug did not work well, as his performance lasted only for about three minutes."
To me this implies the man was having a sexual relationship with his relative. Hmmm.
Further your headline says one thing as an earlier poster wrote but then you don't seem so sure in the first line of the story.
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SHE IS SAYING
SHE IS SAYING -
I will throw out a draft; let the bloggers finish it for me. Capiche?
However, a relative
However, a relative reportedly told police that the drug did not work well, as his performance lasted only for about three minutes."
HINDU FAMILY VALUES?
The article is meant to be
The article is meant to be tongue-in-cheek,but perhaps it could have been written better. What Camille is saying, in a trini mauvelange way, is that the man only lasted 3 minutes in bed with whomever he was having sex with. Ha. Ha. Ha. Hee. Hee. etc. etc.
Information such as preexisting conditions etc. etc. would not be readily available to journalists unless the relatives decide to release the info.
Given the guy's age, there must have been some pre-existing condition for him to have ED in the first place, and one might assume that this went untreated.
It would have been of worth to the public to get a view from a local doctor as to whether those without ED should be taking Viagra, Cialis etc. to 'enhance' performance.
"Pan", a man died. He was
"Pan", a man died. He was someone's brother, father, uncle, friend. And you think it's appropriate to 'ketch kicks' about his sexual prowess (or lack of it). Very immature.
I don't think that 'PAN'
I don't think that 'PAN' meant to be mean or anything...I think he was simply explaining how Camille meant the story to come across.....that it was supose to be funny that the guy, even after Cyalis, he still couldn't perform. No form of his, he was simply breaking the story down.....it's the reporter that intended it to be so.
Dear Editor, While the
Dear Editor,
While the phrase "he took in with chest pains" is common to the T&T dialect, it is not Standard English. "After allegedly taking Cialis" probably ought to have been "allegedly after taking Cialis". The incident may be newsworthy but the information chosen to be presented rings of gossip-mongering and sensationalism. In my opinion, these matters reflect a decline in the quality of journalism expected from your premier daily newspaper and I urge you to hold your Journalists to a higher standard.
Too much information.. This
Too much information..
This journalist is guilty of a couple of things - (1) providing readers with unnecessary information (the deceased had sexual relations before 'taking in') and (2). information on his performance. While this may be important to his partner and his Doctor, the readers DO NOT NEED TO KNOW !!
The Guardian reporter has put one foot into the realm of tabloid reporting. Please, stick to the facts at hand, and if there is a lesson to be learnt (i.e reminder not to take ANY drugs unless recommended by your Doctor), then emphasize this.
In reading the newspapers (on-line or paper) we want to be informed about what is happening in the country, but the news item needs to be relevant in content.
To the Editor:
Who proof-reads and provides authorization for the content of news items? Reporters and their Management seem to need refresher training on what is appropriate reporting (including content) for a mainstream newspaper.
aMEN....SOMETIMES YOU REALLY
aMEN....SOMETIMES YOU REALLY HAVE TO WONDER IF THERE IS AN EDITOR PRESENT TO READ THESE THINGS....BECAUSE I DON'T SEE SOMEONE CONSIDERED TO BE QUALIFIED ENOUGH TO BE THE EDITOR OF A NEWSPAPERS, LETTING THIS STORY GO I AS IS
I don't think pan is trying
I don't think pan is trying to be funny. He's trying to explain that the writer is trying to be funny. Which is a shame. The Guardian should pull this article and remove the offending reference and change the title as well (the after "action" being an attempt at humour). This is a life. That is no more. Have some respect for the family and for yourself as a journalist. Have that conversation with your friends, but hold your work to a higher standard.
What you should be doing is researching and educating the public. Big Steups to the writer and the editors for letting this pass. I remember the days when the Guardian was a reputable paper.
How can you expect to be taken seriously? Disappointment to the people.
What does "...a relative
What does "...a relative reportedly told police that the drug did not work well, as his performance lasted only for about three minutes." really have to do with anything? I am sure this article could have really been better written. If not, it could have been much shorter.
What a sensational
What a sensational headline!! This is a very sad story. It is immaterial whether the man was young, etc. It was most indiscreet of the "relative" to reveal these personal details to the reporter.
There are reports that there are many fake ED drugs out there that can have deleterious, if not fatal effects, on unwary users. The origin of the one used by the victim should be scrutinised by the Food & Drug Agency. These drugs, legitimate or genuine were not intended for recreational sex for the healthy, not suggesting that this was the case in this incident.
I agree that a 35year old
I agree that a 35year old man shouldn't be taking Cialis. I think Camille's mention of the 3 minute thing is probably because she was trying to recommend some good old fashioined "Bois Bande". It may have less side effects.
...instead of coming, he
...instead of coming, he went....
Sensationalism or
Sensationalism or journalism?
'One swallow does not a summer make.' This reporter should learn from this extremely poor display of reporting (this surely isn't journalism) and superlatively poor, puerile taste.
However, the Guardian is generally an excellent newspaper with most, if not nearly all of its journalists, columnists and bloggers being responsible people. So please, it's a blip, and a hugely embarrassing blip, but let's let it slide this once.
R.I.P.
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To all you guys out there,
To all you guys out there, let me remind you again for the umpteenth time, "there are two things you cannot kill", one is a golf ball and the other is a p...y.
Rest in Peace.
Tactless Headline The person
Tactless Headline
The person who approved this headline clearly thinks that this man's death is a joke. I agree with the other readers, what relevance does this piece of information have to the story? "...a relative reportedly told police that the drug did not work well, as his performance lasted only for about three minutes".
This man was a human being. Is this how any person would like to be remembered? The autopsy was not even performed but it seems that Ms. Clarke is concluding that the Cialis caused the man's heart attack. Journalists, please remember that you have a responsibility to report FACTS.
Drugs can kill. Everyone is
Drugs can kill.
Everyone is entitled to interpret the reporter's account but it also sends a message that men must not be led by the head without brain and should use their upstairs - DRUGS CAN KILL - Is life worth more than 3 minutes and he pay how much for the tablet $100 ?
Cause Trini like to make their own blend and mix it up, we don't know how many tablets were taken and whether he mixed it with any meds to lower blood pressure and with alcohol.
But all this is relevant as we know it happens and nobody takes stock until the mark buss. Who didn't grow up knowing that you always pay a price when you harden.
May that poor man rest in
May that poor man rest in peace,
Did Mr Seecharan have any
Did Mr Seecharan have any other health issues?
I ask this question with utmost sensitivity to the family. I ask because:
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a common problem amongst men who have diabetes. Some sources indicate anywhere between 35 and 75 per cent of men suffering from diabetes will experience some degree of erectile dysfunction (erection problems) over the course of their lifetime.
Men who have diabetes are thought to develop ED between 10 and 15 years earlier than men who do not suffer from the disease. As men facing diabetes age, erectile dysfunction becomes more common. Over the age of 70, there is a 95 per cent likelihood of facing difficulties with erectile function. and...
Are there treatments for men with diabetes and erectile dysfunction?
Men who have diabetes and are having trouble achieving or maintaining an erection can take oral medicine. Brand names include Viagra, Cialis and Levitra. However, these medicines can all affect the heart rate, and detailed consultation with your doctor is necessary to determine the best course of action.
http://www.diabetes.co.uk/diabetes-erectile-dysfunction.html
La Diva
To MikeSamuel. Why the swipe
To MikeSamuel.
Why the swipe at Hindus? How do you know what religion this guy, Seecharan, belongS to? Furthermore, the relative could be his brother or any other male relative - why assme it was a woman. YOU SHOULD APOLOGIZE!!
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Mike Samuel is a blogger we (some, most?) ignore. He continues to confirm his level of maturity and intellect with each and every post he makes.
He is one of the few (thankfully) for whom internet access should be made illegal.
La Diva
It's unfortunate that this
It's unfortunate that this man died. I am curious in knowing if his doctor had prescribed this drug or if he got it from another source. Our society is bombarded with advertisement's promoting these drugs that are clearly not meant for everyone.
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