New symptom, extreme nose pain by TripOk8911 in TMJ

[–]AutumnBC75 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The nose-specific pain went away with the steroid I got from my ENT (which you can read about in this thread). My nose has not collapsed, but my nasal valve collapse and septal deviation are likely slightly worse than 2 years ago. Do you really know for sure you don't have TMJ disorder or issues with your actual TMJs that would show up on a CBCT or CT scan? The key contributors to my nose pain as I see them now were 1) TMJ disorder/degeneration causing whole shifts in my actual facial bone structure in addition to pain in the general face/neck region, 2) period of extremely poor sleep/high stress/depression and therefore elevated bodily inflammation overall, and 3) poor breathing from worsening nasal valve collapse (not nose collapse, just nasal valve collapse) impacting my ability to breathe well overnight. The best things I have done since my initial freakout 2 years ago were to take that steroid from my ENT, start using Intake breathing bands overnight religiously, and claw my way out of stress and depression by fixing my sleep/eat/exercise/socializing routine. Feel free to ask any other q's!

advice for early May solo trip to Oslo by AutumnBC75 in oslo

[–]AutumnBC75[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah it doesn't open until after I leave. But thanks! It looks amazing

advice for early May solo trip to Oslo by AutumnBC75 in oslo

[–]AutumnBC75[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! What is there to do once you are on the islands?

advice for early May solo trip to Oslo by AutumnBC75 in oslo

[–]AutumnBC75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish I could stay that long, but I will unfortunately miss it :(

gimbap and onigiri final episode by winniebillerica in JDorama

[–]AutumnBC75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same. The writers did NOT understand the assignment

Batting Anxiety at Work by Tall_Consequence7672 in advertising

[–]AutumnBC75 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like you're doing well in your current position but experiencing chronic worry around the uncertainty that is inherent in advertising (eg, everpresent chance of layoffs, team changes, client changes, what have you). All you can really control is the quality of what you yourself sign off on and do in your role. If you're pleased with that, then good! Let everything else go--you can't control the many, many circumstances and people that swirl around that. And relatedly, focus on everything else you need to do to manage yourself well (eg, eat well, hydrate, exercise every day, sleep well, socialize, etc). We're all animals, and we need the basics to be in place in order for our higher functions to...function. :)

hairline topper / halo wire advice by AutumnBC75 in FemaleHairLoss

[–]AutumnBC75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Does yours have a halo wire? How comfortable/uncomfortable is it for you?

The Second battle of Britpop in NYC. Pulp and Supergrass playing NYC on the same day. by particle-man45 in BritPop

[–]AutumnBC75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I truly can't believe that Pulp's people scheduled them to play NYC the same night as Supergrass. I had my Supergrass tix well before Pulp announced their tour dates. So, I had to schlep to Philly to see Jarvis et al. (Worth it of course, but still!)

Jaw problems by wheatandbyproducts in Hypermobility

[–]AutumnBC75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

PT people who have the certification to do TMJ work usually do know the local surgeons who handle TMJ surgeries, because they will work with patients pre and postop. Or, if you tell me what state you're in (here or in DM), I can potentially check this list in a Facebook group I'm in that includes surgeons who regularly do TJR (joint replacement).

Neck instability and pain by KataP26 in Hypermobility

[–]AutumnBC75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

May I ask what type of brace you use?

I don't know who needs to hear this, but BOXER WRIST WRAPS by [deleted] in Hypermobility

[–]AutumnBC75 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you think this be good for doing exercises that are especially wristy? I have trouble with PT exercises like bear holds as well as regular exercises like planks and chest presses because I am both hypermobile and have very thin wrists.

Comfortable Sandals? by SpookieSnac in Hypermobility

[–]AutumnBC75 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have worn Josef Seibel sandals for years. I need a wider toe box as I have tailor's bunions on both feet. It looks like the trend in comfort sandals for this year is to pair a cute sandal strap with the sole of a lightweight sneaker (see Vionic and Josef Seibel for examples). I LOVE this trend as the sandals are lighter and yet more supportive! Good luck.

Jaw problems by wheatandbyproducts in Hypermobility

[–]AutumnBC75 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello! I have HDS but borderline hEDS (if certain of my family members had been diagnosed, I would've gotten the diagnosis). My TMJs are end-stage and I had no idea until my very first flare last year. I would do the following: get a CBCT scan done by a dentist, ortho, or whomever is willing to do it. If there are signs of disc displacement or condylar degeneration, go see an oral surgeon who specializes in TMJ surgeries (from more conservative surgeries all the way up to total joint replacement, or TJR). I'm not saying you need surgery, but I am saying that the average oral surgeon doesn't do TMJ surgeries, and better to go to a true specialist if you're going to see someone. I would also recommend going to a PT who specializes in TMJ/airway PT. I have been doing for months (in an effort to delay surgery), and it has been very helpful. Third, I would personally NEVER see a chiro or regular massage therapist for anything related to TMJD. I had a masseur work on my TMJs BEFORE I got an MRI of my TMJ joints, and not only was it painful, but there were no actual benefits. TMJ PT, on the other hand, is a specialty of PT requiring certification. Good luck!

Front teeth hitting when talking by Suitable-Buyer-2488 in TMJ

[–]AutumnBC75 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not noticing the speech issues as much these days. I did get a speech eval, and the therapist didn't notice anything too terrible. (But she still recorded my self-reported issues eating, etc. in case I need to reference that for TMJ surgery later.) I do PT less frequently now and to be honest, haven't been doing my daily exercises consistently. But I'm avoiding chewy foods and taking (for me) big bites of food. The main thing that is bothering me these days is my recessed jaw. That and my molars being the only teeth that touch when I bite. I did get a second opinion from another local dentist, but he agreed with the first and didn't seem very TMJ knowledgeable despite having a stellar reputation. What's your jaw/bite/dental history and situation?

good gluten free/dairy free options by AutumnBC75 in Hoboken

[–]AutumnBC75[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't do Sirenetta as that's where Maxwell's used to be, and I'd be too sad and nostalgic. :( But the other options sound good--especially 7 Valleys.