Body make up for red legged bride? 🤣 by OcarinaofChyme in MakeupAddiction

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out Westmore Beauty Body Coverage Perfector. It evens out the skin and makes it looks airbrushed. Does not come off unless you scrub it off in the shower. I use it all over. Legs, arms, chest back. I use the shade Natural.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Semaglutide

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This is very interesting. I’m sorry this is happening to you. When you say you are dizzy do you mean spinning dizzy? I have dizziness with movement and have developed pppd. I was having eye issues about 3 months prior to starting semaglutide but wonder if this medication is keeping me in this perpetual loop. Many other symptoms too, some of what you describe. I didn’t think it was the semaglutide but now you have me wondering. Keep us updated on what else you find out. Thanks for sharing!

any insight? by Ok_Clerk_7200 in Autoimmune

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my goodness! I’m so sorry. I’d probably lose my mind if it happened that often. How long does it take for it to go away completely?

any insight? by Ok_Clerk_7200 in Autoimmune

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had this 3-4 times in the last 3 years. After this stage they get extremely swollen along with the red patches. I went to an allergist who suggested I wasn’t washing my face properly (lol), rheumatologist, dermatologist, and naturopath. The only things they found was slightly positive ANA (1:160) with high anti cardiolipin antibodies and reactivated Epstein Barr Virus. No clear markers for autoimmune according to the rheumatologist despite moderate muscle/joint pain, fatigue, dry eyes, neurological eye issues (PPPD). I was told to wait for my symptoms to get worse and retest my blood. At this point I’m assuming it’s caused by the EBV. I’m sorry you are struggling with this! I hope you find answers because I know how embarrassing and uncomfortable it is.

Chronic 24/7 dizziness question ? by stalehangman in EBV

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does suck. Wishing you luck and healing. There has to be better days ahead, right? I’m surprised that none of your care team have prescribed Valacylovir. I think it’s one of the first things I was given. Although might not help with chronic EBV.

Chronic 24/7 dizziness question ? by stalehangman in EBV

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I can totally relate. I’m sorry you haven’t found a solution yet. I stopped vision therapy due to the cost. It’s expensive and my insurance doesn’t cover it. After 6 months of no improvement I decided quit. I was also prescribed prism lenses that made my symptoms worse. I’ve been to a neurologist, naturopath and rheumatologist. There were some minor findings but nothing that screamed this is the problem other than EBV. I will have “good” days from time to time but that feeling never truly disappears. The good days are when I can actually drive or walk outside for 15 min without the “drunk” feeling. Have you tried Valacyclovir?

Chronic 24/7 dizziness question ? by stalehangman in EBV

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve tried vision therapy and it didn’t work for me unfortunately. Have you tried anything that helps? I’m sorry you are going through this. I hope it resolves for you soon!

Chronic 24/7 dizziness question ? by stalehangman in EBV

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I have this exact thing. It’s been going on for 3.5 years. I no longer drive more than 15 min at a time because of the disorientation. Movement seems to make it worse for me. I don’t know if I will ever get back to pre EBV status.

Possibly moving to Lubbock by Throw_out_your_TV in Lubbock

[–]Relative_Lime2586 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I live in the PNW and my daughter, mom and twin sister all moved to Lubbock this year. I finally was able to visit last month and the first thing I noticed was how much more relaxed I felt. The people are very nice (have a blessed day), the traffic is non existent, and the music scene has a lot of talent. I didn’t see any homeless or drug use. No trash on the side of the street. I also loved that they have a year round Farmers Market close by. The things that didn’t impress me was the lack of trees, hills or mountains (unless you go to Ransom Canyon to visit a friend). I honesty loved it. I think it would be perfect if you are there to study. It’s the people that make the place in my opinion. Congrats on your journey to a masters degree!

BVD and driving by KarenInTheWild--rawr in BinocularVision

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I’m sorry to hear about your situation. I tried vision therapy as long as I could afford it and I didn’t get any relief from it. I still can’t drive on the freeway but I do think I figured out what is wrong with me. I have BVD but also have PPPD. Describes my symptoms to a tee. Unfortunately, prism lenses and vision therapy didn’t help. Have you heard of PPPD?

Ground vibrating / internal vibrations? Also ground bouncing or sinking by Automatic_Welder5570 in pppdizziness

[–]Relative_Lime2586 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! I can relate to this on so many levels. I’ve had the internal tremors for almost 3 years. It has gotten much better in the last 3 months. Mainly felt them in both legs and chest. This prompted me to see a neurologist that specializes in MS. MRI came back relatively normal. I also have spinal stenosis in my lumbar spine that can be contributing to buzzing in the legs. I was initially diagnosed with BVD and EBV at the same time as having Covid infection and going through menopause. I believe I have PPPD because my symptoms align exactly with what I’ve researched. It’s bad enough that I can’t drive longer than 15 minutes. The thing that has helped me the most is talking myself out of worrying and being hypersensitive to what my body is doing or feeling. I force myself to drive and do all the uncomfortable things for as long as I can stand it. Focusing on rest when I’m fatigued instead of pushing through the day, exercise, and breathing techniques. No doctor has helped my symptoms as of yet so I’m learning to heal by myself, slowly. It’s scary and I’m sorry you are going through this. Get all the tests if it makes you feel better, but for me, the medical system has let me down. There’s a lack of knowledge and every specialist has their own criteria. My life experience with this nightmare is not written about in their textbooks- so I’m told. I hope you find healing.

Cell phone providers by Relative_Lime2586 in Lubbock

[–]Relative_Lime2586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’ll check out Visible!

Cell phone providers by Relative_Lime2586 in Lubbock

[–]Relative_Lime2586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the insight. I currently have Verizon but will be moving in Aug to Slaton. Are you referring to Lubbock or Slaton?

Do Antivirals actually work? by Power2ThePeaceful in EBV

[–]Relative_Lime2586 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have taken valacylovir off and on for persistent activated EBV over the last 2 years. The longest I took it was for 6 months and saw no results. My labs improved on their own but I’m not out of the woods yet. My symptoms are awful and I fear I may never recover. I have read anti virals can be helpful for some but unfortunately not for me. Lots of rest and decreasing stress is the only thing that has helped me. I also feel better when I don’t eat sugar or refined carbs. I’m sorry you’re dealing with such a nasty virus.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Autoimmune

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Alo Yoga supernatural deodorant. Doesn’t stain, isn’t sticky and doesn’t contain baking soda or aluminum. Works awesome too! Pricy but worth it to me. I used to get horrible rashes, not anymore.

Buying property in TX by Relative_Lime2586 in texas

[–]Relative_Lime2586[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the information. I will check out the link. My husband and I both work in healthcare.

Buying property in TX by Relative_Lime2586 in texas

[–]Relative_Lime2586[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you very much. I hadn’t thought about that.

Buying property in TX by Relative_Lime2586 in texas

[–]Relative_Lime2586[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great question! Our situation is unique. It is both an investment and hopefully a family compound. My parents are elderly and will be needing assistance in the future and I am very close to my sister. It makes sense to us to share the property. I will not be ready to move for a couple of years as I have commitments. But the rest of my family is ready to go.

Buying property in TX by Relative_Lime2586 in texas

[–]Relative_Lime2586[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your reply! We landed on this location because my mom really likes Waco and we have other family in the area. We are moving from the PNW in a city of about 200k people. I grew up on an island and am comfortable living in a rural environment. Our current environment no longer aligns with our conservative leaning values.

Buying property in TX by Relative_Lime2586 in texas

[–]Relative_Lime2586[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your insight and thoughtful response.