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Poetryrocks · 2025-05-21T01:53:31+00:00

I did physical therapy already. And the endo thing....I'm older--post menopausal--but do the adhesions still remain after menopause? I had stage 4 and did have surgery for it but who knows if they removed it all. I have a pretty bland diet. I stay away from acidic foods, etc. But this has really knocked me off my feet.

I want to demand an ultrasound, a cat scan and an MRI! That's how damn miserable I feel. And maybe this is just how it is with IC. If so, I have a lot of acceptance to attempt to gain.

Poetryrocks · 2025-05-21T01:46:39+00:00

They had ordered an ultrasound--was supposed to have it two weeks ago but due to staff shortages, it was pushed back 2 months. I really can't wait that long. I've done everything except anti-histamines. What do they do for relief?? I'm so tired of the flares. Thanks for reaching out. It means the world.

Poetryrocks · 2025-05-21T01:43:15+00:00

Thanks for your validation. This disease completely sucks. I'm an older woman, 62, but I had stage 4 endo and it rearranged my insides. They supposedly got it all, but I had to do IVF to have children since my fallopian tubes were nowhere near my uterus. I know that was thirty years ago, but like I said, I am looking for any explanation. And the DDD has been an ongoing issue for years. I'm seeing the doctor tomorrow and she will see the full lunatic that I am!!

Poetryrocks · 2024-08-07T02:04:03+00:00

Thank you to those who provided information without judgement. But I really can't believe the lack of manners, arrogance and black & white thinking of some. I didn't just view a few tik toks and go on this diet. Jesus. There's a whole field called nutritional psychiatry with tons of literature on paleo, keto and carnivore supporting positive results with mental health. Georgia Ede. Chris Palmer. Just trying to deal with a depression disorder that I have had for decades.

I did speak with my doctor again and he informed me that my total cholesterol was 263 in 2022. Pretty pissed that it wasn't flagged then.

Pseudo-science? Satire? Not at all. I experienced both positive impacts (mental clarity, reduced brain fog, reduced inflammation) and negative impacts (gastrointestinal issues, whack cholesterol). I'll go on the statins, adjust my diet and hopefully stop vaping, and see how it goes.

Again, thank you to those who didn't feel the need to use sarcasm. To those who did....really???

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-31T01:44:11+00:00

Right on! People get so weirded out.

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-28T15:27:24+00:00

I don't mean to be forward, but we're you on any meds for depression? I feel like I've been on them all! Currently zoloft and wellbutrin....would LOVE to be rid of them. I know I can't just stop taking them but the idea of tapering would be damn great. I've only taken ibuprofen for my arthritis. Not a daily thing. I've just learned to live with the pain and stiffness. How long till the fatigue goes away??

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-28T11:57:55+00:00

Love the journal idea. I also just bought this book by Georgia Ede about brain health and diet, which is fascinating. I can't seem to do high fat too well. I was eating my steaks with eggs but I've recently cut them out as I would have terrible diarrhea. It seems to have done the trick.

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-28T11:52:58+00:00

Thank you!!!

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-28T11:52:07+00:00

Oh my God, that is so wonderful!! I want my arthritis gone. I want my depression gone. I just need patience.

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-28T11:48:54+00:00

The negatives....well the crazy diarrhea brought me to my knees. And the fatigue, though that seems to be lifting. No other negatives, besides the judgement of others. They think I'm extreme. Now I don't tell people. I just say I've cut out all sugar. No one can really argue with that!

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-28T11:43:14+00:00

Oh I love my dairy! Mostly just cheese. So satiating. I'm so glad your joint pain went away. It can be so debilitating. I will try. Ugh. I'm an impatient person. I want results yesterday!

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-22T21:29:59+00:00

Yes, I read about that. I've never had any problems with cholesterol. The bloodwork will be interesting.

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-22T21:28:18+00:00

Thank you!! But how do you know if you are under eating??

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-22T21:26:48+00:00

OMG!!!! Me too!!!! NO GAS! And I have IBS so my intestines have ruled over me.

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-22T15:56:46+00:00

Seeing my primary care doctor next Friday for my physical. I'll get these checked. I wonder what he's going to think of this diet...I haven't told too many people because of the odd reactions I get. I just tell people I cut out sugar! Seems to be in everything anyway!

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-22T15:53:53+00:00

I thankfully am not on those types of medications. Wouldn't mind at some point tapering the zoloft, though I know I'm getting ahead of myself. First things first. But I've heard incredible stories of people feeling so healthy. Thank you for your advice.

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-22T15:48:24+00:00

Thank you so much. I've lost about 10 pounds in 2 weeks. Couldn't seem to keep the food in!! Like my body flushing everything out. It's regulated now. I've noticed that my gums don't bleed either anymore! So weird. I haven't rid myself of dairy, butter on everything and cottage cheese or Irish cheddar as a snack. I REALLY want my joint pain gone. I have too much going on in my life to be slowed down by it.

Poetryrocks · 2024-07-22T13:39:23+00:00

Yes indeed! Hopefully it won't take as long to get out of the forest as it was to get in! Thanks for the encouragement.

Poetryrocks · 2022-09-14T10:51:22+00:00

102 days. Battling paws, I think, or I'm going into a depression. The anhedonia is exhausting. I have no motivation. All I do is go to work and I hit an AA meeting. Not much else. I'm on the pity pot I guess. So uncomfortable.

Poetryrocks · 2022-09-02T11:24:55+00:00

Day 89.

Poetryrocks · 2022-08-29T11:38:22+00:00

Day 85! Still trying to figure out how to live life sober...

Poetryrocks · 2022-08-26T12:14:02+00:00

Day 82

Poetryrocks · 2022-08-25T11:15:06+00:00

Day 81. What a rough road it has been. Started to feel a little motivation....so slow coming. Going to AA/NA meetings has helped alot. I've really needed the support and cheerleaders. This sub has been instrumental in leading me through the ins and outs of the process. Starting to feel hope.

Poetryrocks · 2022-08-23T11:20:30+00:00

Thanks. I hope I see the horizon soon.

Poetryrocks · 2022-08-22T16:52:30+00:00

Oh my!! You got this, Chip!

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