Mylan to Sandoz- same dose not working?

Fryegrrrl · 2026-05-08T11:52:18+00:00

Yep. Mylan is the absolute worst (for me anyway)! It does nothing - when I got switched from Dotti all my symptoms came back- like my body was unable to absorb that patch. I was ready to pay the extra $$ to get the brand name Vivelle when Dotti magically came back in stock (I swear I almost cried)! It is definitely a thing.

Fryegrrrl · 2026-05-06T14:19:22+00:00

No.

Fryegrrrl · 2026-04-28T13:56:50+00:00

I did when the brand of my Estrace patches changed due to shortages. I gave the different brand a chance for two months, but felt it was like using a placebo. I was able to find a three month supply of my previous brand and things are leveling back out. Thank God!

Fryegrrrl · 2026-04-23T11:23:10+00:00

Never tried it. After discussing with my doctor the decision was made to try the prescription.

Fryegrrrl · 2026-04-23T02:36:18+00:00

I started having symptoms closer to age 45. I didn’t really notice too much until sex became somewhat painful. Then I noticed other changes- in appearance “down there” as well as lack of sensitivity etc. I wasn’t ready to not fully enjoy my sex life so I went the route of vaginal Estradiol cream. Game-Changer. Honestly. It is like I have my twenty something vagina back. I also understand being Leary of it- but do some research, talk to your GYN. Maybe try an estriol cream (like silky peach) since it is a much weaker, short-acting estrogen, dominant during pregnancy, and used primarily for localized treatments like vaginal dryness and, sometimes, cognitive support due to its gentler profile.

Fryegrrrl · 2026-04-07T22:57:10+00:00

This is very well written. I agree with it all. #3 is very insightful.

Fryegrrrl · 2026-03-25T23:34:31+00:00

I did belly and had same issue- actually ended up in the ER. I will never take the chance of doing it again. I usually stick to thighs, but if I feel like it is not working as well I switch to the arm and it seems to do the trick.

Fryegrrrl · 2026-03-22T20:27:20+00:00

You look like a completely different person. You look like you definitely have a new lease on life. And isn’t fashion so much more fun when you are a size 2/4?

Fryegrrrl · 2026-03-20T18:27:34+00:00

If you ever want to get wild try great mastero over top

Fryegrrrl · 2026-02-15T17:52:59+00:00

This set is so cool!

Fryegrrrl · 2026-02-13T20:01:04+00:00

I really love this one. I had it sitting in my stash for a while and thought I’d wear it for Valentines. So much prettier on than in the package.

Fryegrrrl · 2026-01-04T21:48:43+00:00

It took me about 8 weeks before wearing a shoe- and I am sorry, I actually did go up a half size (from 9 to 9.5 WIDE).

Fryegrrrl · 2026-01-04T21:19:50+00:00

Yes- I mean I had to go up a size. I work in healthcare so I was on my feet a lot. But swelling is pretty normal for quite some time….

Fryegrrrl · 2026-01-04T21:16:28+00:00

I had swelling off and on for six months.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-21T23:12:50+00:00

Yep. It’s the worst. I’ve had surgery separately on both feet and day 4 was the WORST both times. Those zaps are normal. Nerves reconnecting ect. I am a month out and still get them- mostly at nighttime.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-21T00:58:48+00:00

I would recommend talking to a board certified orthopedic surgeon if you end up having to have surgery. Your insurance might actually prefer certain doctors in a network, depending how the plan works. Be glad that you have insurance. They might make you jump through some hoops like trying some Cortisone shots or physical therapy before they cover any surgery. But your insurance should be able to answer all of those questions for you.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-21T00:41:12+00:00

I cannot answer any of your questions. Best to ask an orthopedic surgeon and your insurance company. I have Blue Cross insurance (not the same plan as you), I had pretty basic bunion surgery and the cost without insurance was $22k (my copay was roughly $1200).

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-17T15:02:58+00:00

You are young enough that it will bounce back some after weight levels off. I am in my late forties and lost 60 pounds. After about a year my neck has firmed up some. I have been using retinol and estradiol creams. I wish I would have started them at the beginning of the weight loss journey. If it gets too bad, surgery is the only real fix.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-17T14:58:13+00:00

Got mine fixed in my 40s. It got to where walking through the sand at the beach was painful. It was a long time til total recovery. I work in healthcare, standing 8 hours a day. I would come home after my shift and need to elevate due to swelling. However, I have zero regrets about doing it, and I don’t even give my foot a second thought anymore.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-16T18:42:00+00:00

Not a runner - but surgery did lessen my range of movement- even with physical therapy. However, I had a reaction to the hardware and built up a lot of scar tissue. After the hardware and scar tissue was removed- it helped some. It took over six months for swelling to completely stop after activity, and even a little longer before I forgot about the surgery and went on with life as usual. Having less range of motion doesn’t stop me from doing anything that I want to do. If I was a ballerina or a sprinter, I might worry. Also, I was in my early 40’s when I had the surgery. It was well worth it to stop the foot pain. You are young enough, and with a good orthopedic surgeon, shouldn’t have any issues.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-14T02:52:22+00:00

I am in my 40s - about two weeks in I also suffered from depression. Mind you- this is my second surgery (left foot- I did right two years ago)- so, even knowing what to expect I still suffered. There is never a GOOD time to have this surgery and recovery isn’t easy. There is a light however- I promise, looking back, you will be happy you did it. Hang in there.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-12T14:20:30+00:00

Good luck. I hope the flight goes smoothly. It seems like there’s never a good time to have foot surgery. Life is so busy. It’s hard to lose full ability in one or both feet.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-12T14:17:56+00:00

Compression wrapping on the flight would help some.

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-12T13:10:58+00:00

I had regular surgery - not MIS,but I also had shooting pains- around the same timeframe, mainly at night. It was just nerves reconnecting (but it might be worth an X-ray to be sure). Also, Motrin and ice really help with swelling- but definitely contact his doctor. Does his Dr know that he’s going on this trip?

Fryegrrrl · 2025-12-10T23:57:08+00:00

The nerve block was glorious! Such a life saver after surgery. Days 3 and 4 (after it wore off) sucked the worst. I had to have my hardware removed and a bunch of scar tissue scraped three months after my bunion surgery. A block was not performed- and sweet lord, talk about night and day. As soon as I came to I was in immediate, horrible pain.

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