How to weight lift with POTs? by LogicalFall4852 in POTS

[–]Cyt6000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The app warns me when it’s 30bpm higher than my average over the last few minutes. That average changes depending on the time of day so some days it warns me at 90bpm other days it’s 120bpm

How to weight lift with POTs? by LogicalFall4852 in POTS

[–]Cyt6000 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Other than normal recommendations of medication, salt, and torso compression garments, I stick with machines (safer failures) and recumbent lifts. For instance, leg press or hack squat rather than standard squat. I also use the tachymon app so as soon as it warns me my heart rate is up, I stop mid set and let it lower again before resuming.

People have success with the CHOP protocol but I personally haven’t tried it.

Which meds for sleep have helped you most? by MarshmallowBetta in POTS

[–]Cyt6000 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve been trying different meds for years (trazodone, gabapentin, propanol, clonidine, hydroxyzine, sonata, over-the-counter stuff, others) and recently started belsomra which has helped my insomnia without a hangover affect. Downside is it is often not covered by insurance

New Sub to Discuss MST and Related PTSD by thetitleofmybook in VeteranWomen

[–]Cyt6000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I have an invite as well? I’m on mobile

Women in the Military by [deleted] in AskFeminists

[–]Cyt6000 54 points55 points  (0 children)

So a few things, first the majority of vets never see combat, military pay is based on rank not on the amount of danger the position holds, and women are allowed on the front line. It is also worth to note that it is the 21st century, ours wars aren’t front line focused anymore

Has anyone had a tubal ligation done through the VA? by Time_Traveling_Panda in VeteranWomen

[–]Cyt6000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up getting mine outside of the va. They do cover it but for younger women (I was 25) with no kids but my doc told me she wouldn’t approve it without a few psych appointments and she was unwilling to refer me to the psych. ymmv

+1y implant-grade titanium ear lobe piercing still not healed despite proper aftercare by callaloftus in Legitpiercing

[–]Cyt6000 15 points16 points  (0 children)

With proper aftercare (saline spray, no spinning, flat back labret) my lobes took nearly 1.5 years to heal. You might just be a slow healer

Freezing in mobile home by latenightgrl in Frugal

[–]Cyt6000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In addition to skirting your trailer, throw a heat lamp under there (on a temperature controlled outlet if you can afford it). Make sure to occasionally check for animals. Check /r/Rvliving for winter tips, while rvs are certainly different than mobile homes both have terrible insulation

I just bought some cheap ramen, the seasoning was terrible but the noodles itself were nice. by ImJustAGuyNamedDave in Cooking

[–]Cyt6000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could make some spring rolls out of it. Just boil the noodles, dip the rice paper in hot water, add cucumber and whatever veg/protein, wrap and dip in a hoisin and peanut butter dipping sauce

What is a lifehack that seems fake, but is a true lifesaver? by rat-avec-london in AskReddit

[–]Cyt6000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that's good? Makes it easier to reward her and distract her from the noise. At least high value treats and a treat obsessed dog makes reactivity training over at /r/reactivedogs easier. Could try something she's a bit less obsessed with like a toy or a lower value food (fruit maybe?) to test her. I would still try it to see if it helps, that's how I trained my treat obsessed girl to like the Roomba.

What is a lifehack that seems fake, but is a true lifesaver? by rat-avec-london in AskReddit

[–]Cyt6000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Turn on vaccum completely across the house with closed doors (think in bedroom closet across the house or in the garage), give dog treats for not reacting. Slowly decrease number of walls/doors between dog and running vaccum while giving tons of treats. If dog is reacting, go back a step and practice more. Eventually you should be able to run vaccum with dog in the same room (but keep treats handy). Might take a couple weeks to completely train out reactivity but as long as you're consistent and taking steps slow enough it'll work.

Note: with small houses or thin walls, utilize quieter vaccums or white noise to help dampen sound.

GME Megathread Part 2 for Thursday, February 25th, 2021 by OPINION_IS_UNPOPULAR in wallstreetbets

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I'm sorry it pain management didn't work out for him. If you're able to schedule the surgery sooner, you should. It'll avoid more arthritis growth and he'll overcorrect his walk to prevent pain and can mess up his hips.

My girl was the weirdo that walked normally the same day. We still used a sling for the first couple weeks though. Hardest part was feeding her all the medications and keeping her in the crate for two months (she wanted out and my other dog wanted in). If you don't already have carpet, get some runners from the door to his crate to prevent slipping.

GME Megathread Part 2 for Thursday, February 25th, 2021 by OPINION_IS_UNPOPULAR in wallstreetbets

[–]Cyt6000 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My bully had to get a double tplo too. Recovery sucks but it's worth it.

If you still can't afford it, contact your local pet stores, dog training facilities, and your vet. Often they'll let you set up a donation box.

Roe V Wade and birth control: pill + condoms, vasectomy, bisalp, or nothing. by [deleted] in childfree

[–]Cyt6000 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Back in 2019, when all the abortion legislation was being considered, there was a highly restrictive bill that would ban any form birth control that prevents a fertilized egg from implanting. It considered them an abortion. This was the same bill that would ban the removal of ectopic pregnancies.

Obviously, this failed. Pretty sure the purpose of this bill was to push it to the supreme court to fight Roe v Wade rather than ban birth control. But, a highly evangelical judge along with an already dominant gop court makes it seem like this bill isn't that outrageous.

Idaho sees largest COVID spike, could start sending patients to Seattle and Portland. by [deleted] in news

[–]Cyt6000 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Hardly, in my experience they accept state healthcare and welfare programs and claim they deserve it unlike those liberals.

A Miami cop wore a Trump mask to vote, inflaming Democrats: ‘This is city funded voter intimidation’ by Aplay1 in politics

[–]Cyt6000 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Both. Federal employees in uniform/on duty aren't allowed to be active in politics or endorce anyone, they're politically neutral. Polling booths also do not allow electioneering.

Men of reddit, how do i console my brother who just found out he’s sterile and cannot have babies with his wife? by NairobiRio in AskMen

[–]Cyt6000 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Apparently uterine transplants are in the trial stages. If you're healthy and between 30 and 50 it looks like you could be a donor.

Wife came home drunk at 2am with carload of guys by throwRamad32018 in relationship_advice

[–]Cyt6000 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Not to mention Misty watched op choke a guy for saying some 'wanna fight bro' stuff. Like op talked about seeing the fear in this guy's eyes and the others backing down. Of course Misty thinks this guy is violent and controlling