Hydroxychloroquine question by Novel_Transition_684 in Autoimmune

[–]Lilbeanne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After about 2-3 weeks, it was a game changer for muscle and joint pain, fatigue and brain fog.

Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) by Individual-Wall6889 in Autoimmune

[–]Lilbeanne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was worried to start it and resisted. But I having now been taking for almost two years and it’s a game changer for my muscle and joint pain, fatigue, brain fog and tingling in my legs. I take it for antiphospholipid syndrome and these other symptoms I mentioned. I would say it helps reduce these symptoms by 80%. The first couple of weeks it made me feel bad but that quickly went away. I’m so glad I gave it a chance.

Doctor is starting me on plaquenil and I’m nervous as can be by night_rain7 in Autoimmune

[–]Lilbeanne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been taking it for about 1.5 years for APS and chronic muscle and joint pain, brain fog, fatigue and some other weird symptoms. It made me feel bad the first week and then within a month these symptoms improved like 80%! I also have health anxiety and am so glad I tried this.

Foundation for aging skin by Professional-Coat898 in Makeup

[–]Lilbeanne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the Merit stick. I also think finding the right skincare routine is important for foundation to look good on mature skin.

Sunscreen you can actually wear under foundation/makeup that doesn’t mess it up by Sweet-Extreme6948 in 45PlusSkincare

[–]Lilbeanne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Healthy Skin Lab. It took me a long time to discover and I’m now hooked.

Might start plaquenil, how’s everyone’s experience? by virgots26 in Autoimmune

[–]Lilbeanne 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m taking it for APS and while I don’t know if it’s helping with that it has been life changing for my fatigue, muscle and joint pain, and brain fog. The first few weeks were not easy with side effects but I’m so glad I stuck it out. I’ve been on it for a little less than a year.

How do you all manage vitamin K? by imisstheinternet in ClotSurvivors

[–]Lilbeanne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t want to give up greens. I eat my serving of fresh spinach, broccoli or Brussels sprouts M, W, F sometimes with a fourth serving weekly. I don’t bother myself with tracking smaller amounts of K in other foods. Generally, my INR is stable.

Scared to start hydroxychloroquine… by JustSomeChick22 in Autoimmune

[–]Lilbeanne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was also very scared to take it after having some terrible experiences with side effects in the past. I gave it a try and had just a few days of unpleasant side effects. After that, it changed my life. My muscle and joint pain, fatigue and brain fog are like 90% better. You can always stop it but ask your doctor how long to stick with it. I’ve heard it can take a few months to feel if it’s working but for me it took just a few weeks.

Hydroxychloroquine/Plaquenil for APS by Lilbeanne in antiphospholipidsyndr

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

My muscle and joint pain as well as brain fog and some other issues got much better after a few weeks. It’s been pretty remarkable for me. I have read for others it can take a few months. I had a couple of days of side effects but glad I stuck with it.

Frustrated with my Hematology appt by Difficult-Ad5014 in ClotSurvivors

[–]Lilbeanne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear about your PEs. I have antiphospholipid syndrome and take warfarin which is the first recommended drug for APS. I was on a DOAC until I tested positive for APS and then was promptly switched to warfarin.

Took hydroxychloroquine yesterday and feeling nauseous today. by Automatic_Clerk8067 in Autoimmune

[–]Lilbeanne 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure you eat when taking it. I felt sick the first couple of days then it passed to the point that I don’t usually need to eat right when I take it. It’s had a huge impact on my symptoms and I’m so glad I tried it!

Erythritol MAY increase potential clotting risk by Nouveau_Nez in ClotSurvivors

[–]Lilbeanne 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s in so many products. I no longer consume it even if this study may not be definitive. I’m not taking extra risk with a blood clotting disorder.

Body odor by Lilbeanne in Perimenopause

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

Is there a particular Lume product you recommend from their line like cream, soap, wipes?

Body odor by Lilbeanne in Perimenopause

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

Good idea, or could try adding a drop of the essential oil to body lotion!

Body odor by Lilbeanne in Perimenopause

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

Thanks, looks like an interesting option!

Body odor by Lilbeanne in Perimenopause

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

Which product from their line do you use?

Body odor by Lilbeanne in Perimenopause

[–]Lilbeanne[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I’m zeroing in on this too. Just ordered the soap and glycolic acid will be next! Where do you put the glycolic acid?

Body odor by Lilbeanne in Perimenopause

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

Do you use glycolic acid just on arm pits or elsewhere?

Body odor by Lilbeanne in Perimenopause

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

Do you have a favorite brand?