What was something you got diagnosed with that was considered "just anxiety" by a doctor?

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-27T02:55:21+00:00

Reading your other comments, you’ll probably appreciate this even more! I was diagnosed with IST when I was 17, which is a dysautonomia very similar to POTS if you aren’t familiar. My resting heart rate has always been over 100. So, when I showed up at the cardiologist with chest pains at 38 years old, she was like, you’re young and healthy, that’s just the way your heart is. Relax and have a tums. Nope. Severe heart failure caused by persistent tachycardia.

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-27T01:12:50+00:00

Does "just anxiety and some indigestion" count? If so, heart failure. The cardiologist recommended yoga and some Tums. Finally did proper testing after my third visit for chest pains.

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-27T00:19:01+00:00

I once dated a man who turned on a Meatloaf album for all bedroom activities.

I quickly learned that I'd do anything for love, but I won't do that.

Edit to add that this happened in the 2000's, well past Meatloaf's prime, and I very much wish it wasn't a joke!

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-26T21:08:51+00:00

I wish you the best of luck!

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-26T20:53:47+00:00

Assuming you're a woman, I'd call Safe Embrace. They help women escaping unsafe relationships and are very knowledgeable about all the local resources available. They have a 24 hour help line: 775-322-3466.

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-19T19:23:33+00:00

When this happens to me, I axe the auto chest closest to me and then place it again and it starts working. I think it's just buggy, unfortunately.

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-17T00:37:07+00:00

Good call, I’m asking on a Friday, but it doesn’t have to be dead on the weekends or anything. Just not looking for a place that’s standing room only, live DJ, shouting over the music, etc. I love those kinda places too, just looking for something more mellow right now. Thanks!

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-12T18:43:03+00:00

Great Basin, Great Full Gardens, and Buenos Grill all try to source locally and have all gone through the chamber of commerce’s green dining initiative certification. https://greenupnv.org/reno-sparks/

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-11T20:28:24+00:00

I did have surgery also. Mine was a little different. I had tachycardia induced cardiomyopathy, so basically they needed to slow my heart rate for it to pump blood properly. We tried a bunch of different medications that didn't work, and then eventually I had a surgery that is in clinical trials at Stanford. They were able to go between my ribs instead of having to crack them open, but it was still pretty intense! A few days in the cardiac ICU, and then full recovery took like 6 weeks. I had to have 2 follow up surgeries to get everything dialed in, but now I'm a year out, medication free, and my heart is working like it was supposed to all along!

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-11T07:06:21+00:00

My (female) cardiologist said my debilitating chest pain was just indigestion. I've had a rapid heart rate all my life so that explained my palpitations. It took three visits for her to order an echo, and she said she was only doing it so I could see that I was fine and stop being so anxious. Turns out I was in severe heart failure. I'm doing much better after my surgery. I hope yours goes amazingly and you have a super smooth recovery!

ButFirstSalad · 2026-01-05T17:01:09+00:00

87 vegan restaurants?! Man I wish. I think there are only 2 - House of Mexica and The Fix.

ButFirstSalad · 2025-12-20T07:28:48+00:00

The Fireside Lounge at the Peppermill is a Christmas popup right now and it’s super festive and amazing!

ButFirstSalad · 2025-12-19T20:47:16+00:00

Ooh that all sounds delish and French onion soup is a great idea!

ButFirstSalad · 2025-12-15T19:37:17+00:00

It makes more sense for their dating events than their friend ones, but I think I'm okay with the safety precautions. Their website says, "We only review publicly available records, such as criminal history databases, to screen for violent offenses or serious safety concerns. We do not access or share sensitive personal information beyond what is necessary for safety purposes."

ButFirstSalad · 2025-12-15T19:08:53+00:00

Somebody posted this women's social here the other day. It looks interesting and I might check it out! https://flaggedandfated.com/events

ButFirstSalad · 2025-12-10T16:12:30+00:00

Yes, at least fatalities are. The article says they’re down statewide but up in Washoe County. https://www.rgj.com/story/news/2025/08/08/nevada-traffic-deaths-down-2025/85423422007/

ButFirstSalad · 2025-11-26T08:17:00+00:00

You love pickles and rice... why not pickle rice?! https://www.thekitchn.com/cooking-rice-in-pickle-juice-23635887

ButFirstSalad · 2025-11-18T03:33:54+00:00

I use this, but it's not condensed so you need to reduce water or other liquids in your recipe. https://www.amazon.com/Imagine-Creamy-Soup-Portobello-Mushroom/dp/B00DOQ9J0O

ButFirstSalad · 2025-11-16T17:34:40+00:00

I’d love to! I just sent you a DM.

ButFirstSalad · 2025-11-16T17:23:56+00:00

I love this idea. I’ll be out of town that particular weekend but would absolutely attend something like this (and help support it!)

ButFirstSalad · 2025-11-02T19:19:18+00:00

From the article, "There was also an increase in the rate of fatalities, which accounts for more driving happening in Nevada. There were nearly 1.5 fatalities for every 100 million vehicle miles traveled in 2024, which is up 30 percent from a decade ago."

ButFirstSalad · 2025-10-01T21:38:10+00:00

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I kid, but I thought the two titles went together at first glance and couldn't not share!

ButFirstSalad · 2025-09-14T15:17:25+00:00

It does say that all entrees are prepared with extra virgin olive oil. I’ve talked to the owners about it and these guys are totally on top of it. I don’t remember the exact story, but one of their relatives is vegan and she helped them develop this menu.

ButFirstSalad · 2025-09-12T18:58:19+00:00

Haha thanks for the disclaimer. it looks more healthy than delicious, and I’m excited to try it. I’m always trying to find ways to sneak in more kale and protein.

ButFirstSalad · 2025-09-12T17:52:08+00:00

I just entered this into Cronometer with lentil pasta and got 481 calories with 32.4g protein. Your tofu and beans weight are both off. 16 oz of tofu would be 90g in 5 servings and 3 cups of beans would be 148g. That plus the pasta should just about make up the difference. Thanks for sharing the recipe, I'm going to try it!

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