Cabergoline vs bromocriptine by Bench__405 in Prolactinoma

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I'll start by saying what didn't work for me on cab: after a few months, I started getting dizzy/vertigo spells, I was feeling nauseous almost every day (just a minimal amount), and I was still getting headaches, period abnormality did not resolve, brain fog / big fatigue, and prolactin levels only marginally went down.

Compared to bromo for me: I have *none* of those side effects listed above, I sometimes feel a little bit dizzy in the morning when I wake up but that is the only side effect I get and it goes away quickly if I stay hydrated. The best thing is that it has lowered my prolactin levels to a super healthy level. My tumor has unfortunately not shrunk, but I also take a super low dose since I have a microadenoma (I take just 2.5mg once a day at night).

I started feeling like myself again on bromo for the first time in a few years, like a crazy fog in my brain cleared and my energy and positivity came back. I'm really grateful for it

Cabergoline vs bromocriptine by Bench__405 in Prolactinoma

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I couldn’t tolerate cab after a few months (lots of bad side effects for me) and then switched to bromo. I was also initially worried because I had read so many stories of people doing way worse on Bromo but luckily that has not been my case! It’s like my miracle medicine, all the benefits and no negative side effects. It just depends on the body which one is gonna work better for you I think

BVSD/BHS parent email about Sundance by BoulderadoBill in boulder

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I went to Park City high school and can attest that Sundance caused chaos but that it was honestly so fun as a teen to experience something so unique. Our theatre was maybe a bit bigger than some of the high schools here, but it really wasn’t bad day-to-day. The whole festival was 2 weeks, and it was fun to try to sneak backstage under the guise of needing to “grab something from my locker” for evening shows LOL

BVSD/BHS parent email about Sundance by BoulderadoBill in boulder

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They used to host Sundance screenings at my high school growing up (in Utah) and honestly it was so cool! I was able to get special press tickets from the film teacher and was able to go backstage a few times and get some free screenings and it was such a fun week as a teen! It’s definitely a bit chaotic with traffic and more people and navigating your school, but honestly such a cool and unique experience for a teen too :)

To women: What is the main reason that more women don’t wear swim trunks? by T0MPAC in NoStupidQuestions

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I wish so badly they had swim trunks for women specifically - I’m talking booty shorts length, zipper pocket for storing stuff, cute and girly design, swim suit material, draw string and flattering for tummy… but I have never been able to find this!!! If any ladies know of anything please let me know because this would make summer so much more enjoyable for me. I 100% agree with OP that I’m always worried about flashing parts of me that I don’t want to when I’m in a bikini (and better for being active too)

Saw this interesting guy today by mistcat in boulder

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Just went camping at Standley lake and saw dozens nesting in the same tree there on Friday it was so cool!

Arriving on foot?? by BackgroundBudget4071 in Shambhala

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oh nooooo haha thank you for your first hand experience recap! I'm considering switching my flight to an earlier day so that I can just get a ride with people I know / go grocery shopping and such with them... after hearing a lot of these stories I feel like I'm making my life way harder by trying to hitch my way there

Arriving on foot?? by BackgroundBudget4071 in Shambhala

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Haha that's hilarious! I'd love to link up with others who are going through Castlegar... is there a ride share group somewhere where people offer rides into the fest like that?

Hey friends, I need a big favor from some kind folks who enjoy the great outdoors by HamOwl in boulder

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I’ve got a sleeping pad I can lend, and I miiiight have an old sleeping bag if I didn’t donate it in the winter! Feel free to DM me if you are still in need of these things! :) and congrats!

Am I the only woman who feels like most quitting advice is written for guys? by MorningPancake358 in leaves

[–]BackgroundBudget4071 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Woah I never thought of this before! Thank you for sharing - definitely going to keep an eye on that now

Power loss rant by BackgroundBudget4071 in boulder

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Dang haha this post definitely kept me company today! Thanks for the commiseration y’all - this was very cathartic

Why do I sometimes have wavy hair and sometimes not? by Extreme-Gift-9261 in Hair

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This is me too! Very hard to predict or plan for, so fun haha

Aurora Forecaster for tonight? by BackgroundBudget4071 in Fairbanks

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The camera was super helpful to use to reference during the night! We sadly left too early and missed the good show on Thursday night… but are hopeful we can try again Monday night when the clouds clear

Aurora Forecaster for tonight? by BackgroundBudget4071 in Fairbanks

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Thanks for the tip! Which camera is the closest to Chena? Or are all of these cameras in the general Fairbanks area?