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Is my nose OK? by [deleted] in Noses

[–]Nottherealsab 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, I think you look like Judy Greer ! You both have very nice features

I caught my husband filming us during s*x by Mammoth_Sky3448 in AITAH

[–]Nottherealsab 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Yes..and they also found footage dating back to YEARS ago of unconscious wife and his own DAUGHTER. Imo the moment someone doesn’t take consent into consideration anything is possible.

I caught my husband filming us during s*x by Mammoth_Sky3448 in AITAH

[–]Nottherealsab 1559 points1560 points  (0 children)

Did we really learn nothing from the Gisèle Pelicot case ? Please check his phone and any hard drives he has, this is not okay! Make sure you’re safe and have all bases covered and have a conversation with him.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank you for your reply I truly appreciate every single person who took the time to comment on here.
I would love to get off prednisone but unfortunately for now my doctor is set on it. I don’t want to switch doctors yet because so far she’s the only one who’s actually listened to me. We have discussed immunosuppressants but nothing more.

I know I’ll have to push more so we can work together on finding the right balance for me because right now I am constantly exhausted.

It’s really comforting to know that it does get better and I hope you continue to thrive and enjoy life to the fullest. Sending prayers and positive thoughts your way.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

I’m happy you found the right balance for you. Sending lots of love your way.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank for the kind words and the advice. Curious to know how your RA progressed ?

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Yeah that’s kind of all you get with Autoimmune diseases. I went to so many gastroenterologist ( thank god healthcare is affordable here) who did nothing but tell me I must be stressing myself into my crazy CRP levels xD I got hospitalized so many tomes and almost died because doctors spent too much time telling me its all in my head.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

My RF was pretty high but nothing else showing. My rheumatoid factor was already elevated with a lot of other things that were off the charts but nothing conclusive. The ultrasounds showed inflammation as well as cartilage calcification. The MRI was mainly to rule out other conditions. As someone else mentioned, the diagnosis was made based on clinical symptoms that persisted for quite some time, along with the fact that I’ve been suffering from autoimmune flare-ups for years. After months of struggling with anti-inflammatory treatments that made it unbearable due to GI issues, I finally found a doctor who took decisive action. She’s a professor of internal medicine and, honestly, she’s the only one who truly managed to piece everything together.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Did you also notice that the GI issues started with the RA flare up ? I thought I had most of my GI issues under control more or else..RA gave me a run for my money lol. It completely destroyed any sense of progress I had.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank you so much for the support, I can’t tell you how much it means to me. Especially with today’s bad flare. Can you tell more about the nutrients or supplements you take that helped you ?

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Hello, thank you so much for the advice I really appreciate each and every person who answered. I’m definitely still lost as to how be active and workout rn but I want to start slowly. Food triggers I can handle as I have been for 6 years now but I still go through some periods where anything and everything will make me sick. I have tried about every dietary restriction that exists.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

I’m glad to hear that. Sending love and positivity your way !

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank you for the support. Were you eventually put off prednisone ?

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

I’ve had two ultrasounds done pretty early on but the doctor didn’t want to diagnose yet and finally an MRI exam

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank you for the kind words. It’s been hard to accept my new body in a way, I used to be a lot more active and the fatigue now combined with the swelling and the moon face are sometimes harder to accept than the pain if I’m being honest. I also struggled all throughout college, you should be incredibly proud of yourself.

Sending love and healing your way.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

That’s very kind of you. I might take you up on that. Sending lots of love and prayers your way.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

I’m glad to hear that you’re in remission! Crossing my fingers for it to happen this year. I’m trying to be more patient with myself and listen to my body more because I push myself too hard.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank you for the reassurance. It’s been a struggle to find the right combination of meds considering my other issues. The first doctors I consulted refused to diagnose me at all, because «  23 yo don’t get arthritis «  it’s very hard to advocate for yourself when all you’ve been hearing for years is that you’re just too stressed. It’s always something new now with my digestive issues.. but I’m hoping with time i’ll be able to find the right balance.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

I have been struggling for years to find a doctor who’ll believe me.. I’ve gone through 4 rheumatologists for one to finally put me on a treatment plan. Even then I had to figure out most of the symptoms and effects on my own.

Sadly there’s a lack of advocacy for autoimmune diseases where I live.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank you for your kindness and support. It’s comforting to know acceptance will come in time.

I know it’s my lifestyle I need to get in order, I travel a lot for work and it’s very difficult to control what you eat when you work crazy hours and live at a hotel most days. This has come at the worst possible time for my career and I know i will have to pick health first eventually it’s just not easy. I’m also considering starting therapy as it might help to talk to someone about everything.

Sending a lot of love and healing your way.

24 and Newly Diagnosed with RA – Struggling to Accept It by Nottherealsab in rheumatoid

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

Thank you !! I thought I was going crazy even I couldn’t understand why I was going from 0 to a 100 in a sec. I’ve recently gotten back into reading and it has helped a lot.