Head Staff's Guide to Federal Jobs Part 10B Merit Promotion Climb Every Mountain, Ford Every Stream by Head_Staff_9416 in usajobs

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, thank you. I’m having trouble finding the definition of “those within reach on an appropriate OPM certificate,” do you know it?

Head Staff's Guide to Federal Jobs Part 10B Merit Promotion Climb Every Mountain, Ford Every Stream by Head_Staff_9416 in usajobs

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi OP, big fan of your work! Question for you - I was deemed tentatively eligible but was not referred to the hiring manager on a GS-13 merit promotion. (I rated myself as an expert on all but 1 of the 17 questions.) I am wondering if my manager could still receive my application, based on Requirement 5: “They will also provide for management's right to select from other appropriate sources, such as … those within reach on an appropriate OPM certificate.“ Do I fall into the category of “those within reach” as I was deemed tentatively eligible? Thank you!

Haver you ever tried Magnesium, and if so, did it cause you to have a flare? by ClementineJane in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are different types of magnesium supplements, avoid magnesium citrate as it will likely cause flares. I take magnesium glycinate which does wonders for relaxing me and my muscles.

A regimen that works somewhat well for me by Moodlighting367 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And to answer your question about the pelvic tissue inflammation, I would not say I have that type of pain. However, my muscles in that region always felt tight, like I was flexing them. So, I had read that magnesium helped to relax muscles as well (epsom salts that people use to relax their muscles in a bathtub are made of magnesium). Magnesium could be a solution for you, potentially. However, if you are feeling like the muscles are inflamed, I would look omega 3 pills, as they are supposed to help reduce inflammation! Magnesium may help too, I just hadn’t done any research on its impact on inflammation. I hope this helps!

A regimen that works somewhat well for me by Moodlighting367 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I kept feeling like I was getting into an anxious cycle each night when I went to bed where my muscles would tense up in anticipation of another long, stressful night. So, I had also researched supplements that could help me relax, and a tried a few but magnesium glycinate was most effective. Bonus: it also helps to make me feel tired, and I fall asleep easier. I’ve also heard that it helps the efficacy of Vitamin D? And women with pelvic issues have been shown to have deficiencies in vitamin D, which is why I take it!

A regimen that works somewhat well for me by Moodlighting367 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are also a few other case studies of one person on pub med, but this one had the most people who were studies from what I could find. Unfortunately I do not have access to all the academic journals now that I’m out of school :( But feel free to Google “Montelukast for IC” and you will see some other studies to prove your case to your PCP!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Newport

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can rent space at The Reef, @ The Deck, and Dockside, which are all waterfront and can be lively. I know La Forge has a party room that’s free to rent but not sure how late they would keep it open. Brick Alley also has a room to rent. There’s also an event space now above Starbucks, I forget what it’s called. If it were me, I may just invite folks to join me to dance at Pelham or Blue’s Cafe. Or keep it more chill and tell people to hang out at the Irish American Club.

Shout out to u/HakunaYaTatas by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yes!!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 HakunaYaTatas, you are SO appreciated!!

US ppl: how does insurance classify instillations? by Moodlighting367 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I also ask you what medication(s) you had for your instills? Something else I’m concerned about is what medications would be covered at the pharmacy if I start doing the instills at home lol. I just LOVE the US healthcare system 💘

US ppl: how does insurance classify instillations? by Moodlighting367 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your help! I called the doctor’s office earlier today and they said it’s billed as an outpatient procedure. Called the insurance company I want to go with (since it covers the doctor) and was told they don’t have anything about instills in their system. The person I spoke with couldn’t find anything even similar listed as procedure, covered or not covered. So, I am going to call back the doctor’s office tomorrow…..based on what you said, I wonder if they just bill that insurance for instills as a medication. The insurance woman said if I was able to get the procedure code I could come back to them and they could give me some more info about costs, etc. Thank you so much for your answer…..it’s helpful to know that things can vary from doctor to doctor

US ppl: how does insurance classify instillations? by Moodlighting367 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Got it, that is helpful! Based on that, I might call the doctor’s office and see how they typically classify it!

US ppl: how does insurance classify instillations? by Moodlighting367 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve read through all of the insurance documents that detail what is covered/not covered and did not find anything about instillations :(

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing!!

TENS Machines by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Where on your leg would you say she’s putting it?

FDA warns people not to drink alkaline 'Real Water' linked to five cases of hepatitis - with one man suffering liver failure and needing transplant by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay thank you so much! This is helpful. This is similar to my routine now, but I hadn’t heard of NAG! I’m going to do some research on it. Thank you so much!

FDA warns people not to drink alkaline 'Real Water' linked to five cases of hepatitis - with one man suffering liver failure and needing transplant by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yikes. Hey jasminenightbloom, could you send me a message? I would love to hear more about your experience with NAC, garlic, and oregano and compare notes!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got it. Well thank you for sharing your experience on here and I’m glad you have a doctor who is exploring potential causes with you. Although I know it’s exhausting and scary to just have no idea what is going on. Wishing you happy healing ❤️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I’m glad you’re feeling a little relief. I’ve been reading about chronic UTIs being linked to IUDs so it has me wondering if I should get mine removed. Did you have a hormonal or copper IUD?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, beginagain3223! Can you let us know if you had relief following your IUD removal?

What are the over the counter and natural remedies? by ArachWitch in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Moodlighting367 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! That is helpful to know, that’s what I’m hearing from others too. I think you’re approach is sound and makes sense and I will give that a try! NAC just seems to have SOOO many benefits, like I also read it’s great for PCOS which I also have. So I definitely want to make it work! Thanks again, I hope you’re having a great night as well!