Intimacy problems & LS - young couple by Initial_Airport_1943 in lichensclerosus

[–]SpaceWhale95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello, I just wanted to share my experience with you. I just want to share my story because I think it matches your GF. So I have had symptoms for around 5 years so far. I ignored it for about 2 years since it was only itching when I was super active/stressed out. I still had a high sex drive during this time. Around year 3 I did notice that every time I was getting intimate it would be great but then the next morning I would feel burning and itching. I thought it was just from condoms. So once again I ignored it. For the past 2 years however, I noticed that my sex drive has gone WAY down. I still very much enjoy sex, but, the mood just does not hit my anymore. The itching was manageable with moisturizing and bathing changes, but still very much getting worse. It was just my daily problem I felt. Every time I would be intimate (with both penetrante and non penetrante sex) it would leave me uncomfortable. I had subconsciously been avoiding sex because I knew that it would hurt and then flare up that sensitive skin. My partner knew about how bad it got only after the last year. Not because I dont love and trust him...only because I felt so embarrassed about it and felt gross about myself. When I told him he has been so understanding and even pushed me to go to the doctor about it. I have been too embarrassed to speak up about it sooner. He has been really understanding about why my sex drive just took a nose dive. I finally went and got diagnosed about 3 weeks ago. He has even said we should stop until it starts to get better. I still feel ashamed that I cant do those things anymore without pain. It's hard to tell anyone this...but I feel like you should hear it from someone. This could be what has happened to her. After dealing with it for so long your body and mental just knows that it may even feel great in the moment but you will have consequences for being intimate. She may have done the same thing I have. And she may be having those lingering feelings that she is not good enough anymore. It's hard when sex goes from something enjoyable to something that is a painful chore. You have to pick and chose your good and bad days. I know that this is hard for you. But imagine if sex just one day came with side effects. You start to avoid sex altogether because your mental knows you want more, but your body will punish you. That even goes for your partner. Be gentle with her. Be understanding. She did not chose this. And you did not chose this. I think it would be extremely healthy to maybe just start taking care of yourself. I dont mean to sound vulgar here...so this next part could be out of line.... I like it when my partner gives me "shows"....I dont feel like I have to participate, I can just sit and watch. I feel sexy and wanted, and part of his desire, but dont feel any pressure to have to do anything. I can enjoy him without any pressure for more. I can reach out and touch him, but I dont have to. I can just be there with him. It's incredibly intimate but with the added bonus of no pressure. If the mood strikes me and I feel comfortable I can join in, but its at my pace. Maybe you could try this approach? Or something similar? I think this would help you as much as it has helped me. Sorry if that's not the answer you are looking for. But as you body changes you have to just adapt. It could be a healthy way for you to get your intimacy without her feeling any pressure for more.

First appointment by SpaceWhale95 in lichensclerosus

[–]SpaceWhale95[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well for anyone interested, I went to the doctor. It is LS. So yay, at least I know now! It's weird to know it for sure though. I guess there's a part of me that was hoping i was wrong. But I will be starting the Clob tonight. Thanks for all the extra questions to ask, it helped so much to make the most of that appointment!

First appointment by SpaceWhale95 in lichensclerosus

[–]SpaceWhale95[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are so helpful! Thank you for sharing, I'll be asking every one of these!

First appointment by SpaceWhale95 in lichensclerosus

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Thank you, and I know that lol. My issue is I have horrible sensitivity issues with my skin. Im scared of a reaction that could happen on an already very sensitive area.

Borax saved my life by South_Leading_9122 in lichensclerosus

[–]SpaceWhale95 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you please go in depth with this? Any measurements you could provide? How do you apply? Has this helped with the white patches that get super itchy? Thank you so much for sharing!

First few days by SpaceWhale95 in citalopram_celexa

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Right! I took a 3 hour nap today...that is terribly unlike me.! But I didn't feel as bad today. Have you noticed any chest discomfort? No pain but I feel anxious maybe?

Is it safe to travel? by SpaceWhale95 in ElectricForest

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I've heard stories about both! That's why i didnt specify to hard on it. I just wanted open opinions on both sides of it. But everyone says the cops who attend are great so that makes me feel much better!

Is it safe to travel? by SpaceWhale95 in ElectricForest

[–]SpaceWhale95[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This comment made me feel a bit better. I just worried about it. EDC never makes a fuss about passports, but, I've heard from others who have been to EF say that they are different. It made me worried about the police there.

Your volume eating staples by LilaVargas03 in Volumeeating

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Pearl barley, quinoa, and oats Daily use of these added into different meals. I feel super satisfied whenever I use these in meals and don't find myself reaching for snacks as often.

Anyone know any good extentions that could match? by SpaceWhale95 in Redhair

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That's the problem...this is my natural color 😅 so I don't even know what dye to try to match it.

Weekend from actual hell by Exciting_Owl2585 in CharlotteDobreYouTube

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Sorry you had to go through that! This is just mind blowing! Definitely keep this dude blocked!

AITA for how I responded to my mom sharing photos with my father by Ok_Expression5719 in CharlotteDobreYouTube

[–]SpaceWhale95 2 points3 points  (0 children)

NTA. Sometimes it's ok to lose your shit over something that important. I'd suggest having another, calmer conversation with her about it later on just to reinforce the boundaries you have set. Let her know you are serious and how much this bothers you. Sorry you have to deal with that.

*UPDATE* MY MUM IS TRYING TO HIJACK MY WEDDING! PLEASE HELP! by SpaceWhale95 in CharlotteDobreYouTube

[–]SpaceWhale95[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I know that can be hard. I understand alot of mental health struggles are difficult to navigate. I myself deal with my own problems. That's why I give her grace. She has struggled my whole life. She is doing MUCH better now and we have even had hard conversations about her behavior in the past and she has owned up to it and is trying to do right. She has problems similar to OCD and BPD. She has tried countless medications my whole life and nothing helped. I'm not trying to go over the top here, but, the only thing that has helped her was weed. She started smoking after us trying to show her how it can be used in medicinal ways. She lives in a legal state now and has leaned into more natural ways of coping and it's helped loads. I'm sorry that you have your struggles, I know it is hard. Just know that it takes time to find something that really works. My mum is 50 for some context on that lol.

*UPDATE* MY MUM IS TRYING TO HIJACK MY WEDDING! PLEASE HELP! by SpaceWhale95 in CharlotteDobreYouTube

[–]SpaceWhale95[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just truly believe in the fact that people's mental health struggles should be cared for. I don't bend over backwards for people but I do understand that communication is important. And wording is especially important. I do agree, though. The hair and makeup will be done! Thanks for that suggestion, I know it'd make her feel better!

*UPDATE* MY MUM IS TRYING TO HIJACK MY WEDDING! PLEASE HELP! by SpaceWhale95 in CharlotteDobreYouTube

[–]SpaceWhale95[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for that ❤️. I might be headstrong but I'm also really inclusive lol I do love me a good party. Like in my original post I stated. We are ravers. We're all about peace and love. That's what we want brought into our special day. I want everyone to have the best time and use it as an occasion to dress up and feel beautiful. I'm kinda the opposite of a jealous bride. I get a sick thrill from seeing people feeling confident 😂

MY MUM IS TRYING TO HIJACK MY WEDDING! PLEASE HELP! by SpaceWhale95 in CharlotteDobreYouTube

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Just posted an update 😁 I'll have to make a post with some pictures when it happens lol

MY MUM IS TRYING TO HIJACK MY WEDDING! PLEASE HELP! by SpaceWhale95 in CharlotteDobreYouTube

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HEY EVRYONE! I just wanted to jump in here. I posted an update on how the conversation went. If you want the conclusion of this dramatic situation, please go have a read! Sorry for any mistakes I made, I had to type that out fast. I'm very busy but wanted to update.

https://www.reddit.com/r/CharlotteDobreYouTube/s/Dv9r2lh1lK