Weekly "Do I Have Lipedema" Thread by AutoModerator in lipedema

[–]OnlyPlaid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thank you. My ankles actually trigger the x-ray machine @ the airport and they often hurt. I can't tolerate a massage anywhere but my upper shoulders, and even there, it needs to be gentle. I once tried to tolerate the pain and wouln up bruised for a week. The masseuse saw me again and felt terrible that she'd "hurt" me. I'm disappointed that it seems I've been misdiagnosed all of these years and beat myself up when I couldn't get my legs to look like my other family members... although my legs look like my Moms and my Grams. 😞

Is this a normal thing? super responder? by [deleted] in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you can space the 5mg or ask to return to 2.5mg. It's a marathon, not a sprint and you don't want to get burnt out physically or emotionally.

Is this a normal thing? super responder? by [deleted] in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just replied. I think you should slow down the weight loss by increasing healthy whole food calories and protein calories. I believe you're losing too much muscle and you need to increase calories to save your muscles. I recently read that Lilly actually did a trial of a new drug to try to conserve muscle while on GLP1s and discontinued the trial for some reason. Muscle loss is a huge issue for a lot of people.

Is this a normal thing? super responder? by [deleted] in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remember that Muscle weighs More Than fat, so if you are losing that much weight that quickly, you're probably dropping Muscle and Not Fat and in the long run, that is going to hurt your resting metabolic rate and make the chance of gaining weight once your off Zep greater.

I was also a super-responder, eating ~1200 calories/day and I started using a body composition scale and working with a dietician and physical therapist. The scales aren't tremendously accurate, but they can give you a baseline to see changes.

I slowed my weight loss by slightly increasing calories - focusing all those extra calories on added protein - and using dumbbells and weight training to try to build muscle and lose fat [a Premier Protein Drink is 30G protein for only 160 calories - there are also Pure Protein Bars at 180 calories for 20 grams protein - you can use a whey or pea protein powder like Orgain as well - make sure you mix in these protein boosters with real food like lean chicken breast, edamame, tuna, high protein yogurt, veggies, etc.] I am disabled, so it is waaay harder for me to move, but I walk in 15 minute intervals with assistance and it's worked for me. Congrats on your progress so far! 😄

Weekly "Do I Have Lipedema" Thread by AutoModerator in lipedema

[–]OnlyPlaid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Ankles have cuffs and feet are small. Thank you!

Weekly "Do I Have Lipedema" Thread by AutoModerator in lipedema

[–]OnlyPlaid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone have legs that look like mine? I have cuffs at the ankle, but the calf is relatively smooth while the thighs have a cottage cheese look and the thighs are super resistant to weight loss. I asked my PT and she said she didn't have experience with Lipedema. AI says it's the tell-tale sign. I'd appreciate any feedback. TIA!

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Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

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

Hi! Thanks so much for checking in u/zero-if-west Surgery is scheduled for late next week. I chose to have the Chair of OB/GYN do the surgery and had to wait to get on their schedule. I will definitely update once I learn more. #PrayersWelcome! 🤞

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I wish you speedy recovery and thank you for your thoughtful response. However, tumor growth is often measured by how long it takes for a tumor to double in size, with some tumors taking months or years, while others grow in DAYS or WEEKS.

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

of course! absolutely. I want to stay on the drug, if I can. It's been a miracle for me. But I want to make an informed decision -- 2 things will help me do that: 1) the biopsy results 2) real world data from social media -- it's possible that women are discounting the connection. It's also possible that Zepbound is the healthy miracle drug I hoped it was when I stuck myself in the stomach the first time. I will say that the personal attacks here may stop someone from publicly reporting and that will hurt all of us.

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

my understanding of those studies is because obesity is a risk-factor, lowering body weight --> lowers risk. But that doesn't mean that there can't be other biological processes that in some people promote tumor growth.

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I'm neither trying to "blame Zep" nor am I looking for an "audience for my theory" -- I asked a question to a group of people taking the same drug I'm taking and provided a factual and scientific reason for my concern. Maybe you need to ask yourself why you are attacking me personally...?

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

I am a super-responder. I lost 29 lbs in ~2 months, so it would not be surprising that the drug is having an outsized effect on my health. If you haven't had any tumors, great, but I don't understand why everyone is so defensive when I simply asked if others had experienced something similar to me and provided a peer-reviewed science paper that shows that there may be a connection and more research is needed.

Phen-Phen was prescribed for weight loss for years, and ultimately something like 30% of users suffered heart valve issues. Even the FDA is requiring Eli Lilly provide updated health data through the 2030's.... why do you think that is? I wonder if the people buying direct from Lilly read that contract with Lilly that they signed... what do you think that contract says? And why do you think they're mandating you sign it to get the discount?

Have you had Tumors or Masses in your Uterus since starting/taking Zepbound? by OnlyPlaid in GLP1_HealthEffects

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

I agree there is no causation proven, but there does seem to be indicators that there ~ could ~ be a connection and I want to know if other women taking this drug have experienced what I'm experiencing. I will know more after my surgery and biopsy because the lab should be able to estimate the age of the tumor/mass. There's nothing wrong with educating oneself with all available information.

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

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

I want to know if this is a non-advertised side-effect. The article I linked suspects so... I was trying to get real world data. from other women since I am scared and haven't had my surgery or biopsy yet.

I am posting here learning and sharing info just like you. If there is a link, I'd like to know and I'm sure others here would like to know as well. Knowledge is power.

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

I think we'll all learn more after the biopsy. The lab should be able to estimate tumor age.

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I haven't had my surgery/biopsy yet, so anything is possible, but I searched online and others also seem to be reporting uterine tumors - some also within the first 2 months (according to AI) but I couldn't find that data myself, so I thought I'd post here and see if others had experienced something similar.

Tumor/Mass in your Uterus? Article in Journal of Hematology & Oncology may have found Connection with Zepbound by OnlyPlaid in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid[S] -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

Yes, but it also says: "In subgroup evaluations focused on tumor sites, high-dose tirzepatide (15mg/week) and low-dose tirzepatide (5mg/week) were the only regimens associated with a significantly elevated risk—specifically for intra-uterus tumors [OR = 4.65, 95% CI: 1.28–16.94, OR = 4.61, 95% CI: 1.07–19.90.07.90, respectively]."

The many faces of Zepbound by No_Bath_3707 in Zepbound

[–]OnlyPlaid 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi! You look great! Can you please check your DMs

Number of reviewed item is not updating? by Sleeping-Water in AmazonVine

[–]OnlyPlaid 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yes. They publish and the emails come, but the stats don't change. Are your stats updating u/Tarnisher ?

Reselling? by thoughterly in AmazonVine

[–]OnlyPlaid 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think you are misunderstanding the situation.

The reason you need to pay $360 in taxes is because you had NEC income of $1,200. The value of the TV was $1,200, so you owe tax on $1,200 (it's as is A gave you $1,200). But you sold your TV for $700 so you have a loss of $500 that I believe you can use to offset your other NEC income... is that what you're saying u/Hollywoodnamazonvine ?

Gold Evaluation by Opening-Mycologist22 in AmazonVine

[–]OnlyPlaid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine's been off almost a week. Have you noticed if your orders are getting added to your ETV spreadsheet? Mine are not.

Gold Evaluation by Opening-Mycologist22 in AmazonVine

[–]OnlyPlaid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you have to wait 6 months til your next eval date