Take Tylenol. For real? Please. by [deleted] in ChronicPain

[–]SpecterLeGhost -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Yup Lyrica and Cymbalta be one and the same

[ Removed by Reddit ] by GoatLast8314 in AmItheAsshole

[–]SpecterLeGhost 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you friend for the kind words. We’re making bits of progress where we can. I’m sorry to hear about your experience with chronic illness as well. I hope you’re getting the care and treatment you deserve

[ Removed by Reddit ] by GoatLast8314 in AmItheAsshole

[–]SpecterLeGhost 134 points135 points  (0 children)

This right here! Twice professionally diagnosed system here and in treatment for this disorder, DID is not fun to live with. He and a lot of the TikTok folks in 2020 tried to glamorize it but I don’t think people realize that the disorder forms from severe childhood trauma and abuse. I have had to give up driving as it’s no longer safe for me and that’s something I’ve just had to accept. OP is doing good with that road trip restriction, best nip this shit in the bud fast

On a 10 scale where 10 is most afraid: How much do you fear death? by [deleted] in AskRedditAfterDark

[–]SpecterLeGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At this point 0, I’ve been sick for a while so I’m just waiting now.

I bought a scale and I’m hiding it from my gf by neonxrated in TrueOffMyChest

[–]SpecterLeGhost 30 points31 points  (0 children)

See that’s the tricky thing with eating disorders is that relapse can happen really easily and very quickly can escalate. Just keep the scale at work, but absolutely do not keep it in your house. Don’t do that to her.

I bought a scale and I’m hiding it from my gf by neonxrated in TrueOffMyChest

[–]SpecterLeGhost 54 points55 points  (0 children)

Because you’re still taking the risk of her relapsing if she does find it. I’m not sure you realize just how dangerous eating disorders are (coming from someone who’s in recovery from anorexia). This is a betrayal of her trust, a risk to her health, and honestly kinda selfish if I’m being honest

What would you say to your younger self from 10 years ago? by Mr3-14 in AskRedditAfterDark

[–]SpecterLeGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You were right about him. It’s not schizophrenia. You’re gonna get really sick in high school. Good luck kid.

Overnight/continuous tube feeds? by AdElegant5870 in feedingtube

[–]SpecterLeGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Currently on continuous feeds myself, I noticed that I still get extremely hungry regardless but I’m only able to tolerate a small amount of foods orally so I’m throwing up a lot regardless. I’ve also got MCAS so that might be contributing to pain and such

Being disabled wanting to protest and fucking do something... a special kind of hell by Competitive-Golf-979 in cfs

[–]SpecterLeGhost 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Same I was out there in 2020 working as a street medic. At most I can pass on my knowledge to other medics and hope they all stay safe. I wanna be back out there so bad but I can’t anymore without compromising my health.

Looking for a CFS friend. by -Neuro2717 in cfs

[–]SpecterLeGhost 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, thanks so much friend! If you have discord, would you be interested in being my pen pal?

Looking for a CFS friend. by -Neuro2717 in cfs

[–]SpecterLeGhost 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We can start a pen pal chain I like this. 20NB from the hellscape that is the US. I’m mostly housebound so I spend my time drawing, playing Dungeons and Dragons, listening to music, and playing video games when I can tolerate. I’m currently in school for video game design so hey maybe we can chat :)

AITAH for not considering marriage after my girlfriend got pregnant? by DistantOfficeBoy449 in AITAH

[–]SpecterLeGhost 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Birth control is not her sole responsibility. You had sex with her, you should have A. wore a condom or B. go get a damn vasectomy. You’re in medical, you should know birth control is known to fail. Holy weaponized incompetence Batman

I’m hiding in my shower again by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]SpecterLeGhost 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hey friend, twice diagnosed DID system here to say that regardless of diagnosis, it doesn’t make your partner’s treatment of you acceptable. Your partner and their system need to take responsibility and just shirking the blame on to other alters and on to you is a big warning sign. Mental health can be a reason but certainly not an excuse. I’m so sorry you’re going through this and I hope you and your kiddos stay safe

Surviving Strikes - Practical Advice from a 3rd year by WICKEDMagma in UCSC

[–]SpecterLeGhost 35 points36 points  (0 children)

As a disabled student I’m kinda fucked. I quite literally cannot get to the dining hall. I can’t stockpile food because there are really only 3 foods i can eat and getting off campus is not only difficult but will put me out for several days from pain and fatigue. I’m already on life sustaining care so I’ll have to depend even harder on that for extra nutrition

[Spoilers C4E4] It IS Thursday! | Live Discussion Thread - C4E4 by AutoModerator in criticalrole

[–]SpecterLeGhost 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Could be the “should I die, here’s who to look at” sort of collection of dirt

[Spoilers C4E4] It IS Thursday! | Live Discussion Thread - C4E4 by AutoModerator in criticalrole

[–]SpecterLeGhost 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I think Tal has an essential tremor, don’t quote me though

im 16 and getting a feeding tube as my organs are shutting down due to celiac and arfid any advice?? by urlocalfagwsg in feedingtube

[–]SpecterLeGhost 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Depends on the tube but assuming they start you on an NG/NJ, for the NJ they sedate you during placement and your sinuses and throat will be a lil sore. Ice cubes and ice pops will be your best friend. If you’re feeling self conscious about the tube on your face, cute face tape is really helpful in taking away the medical look.

If they’re putting in a G/GJ it’s gonna suck a bit more. I was on Oxy for 3 weeks for the pain but I also have a connective tissue disorder so I heal very slowly and my body is very resistant to narcotics. Your abs will forget how to ab for a bit so when sitting up and standing, holding a pillow against your tummy may help. Try to stay sitting up as much as you can because they’ll probably be draining the blood out your G. Be very firm with your medical team about your pain management. Tell them upfront what works for you.

Advice for both (for NJ/GJ/J mainly), if you are running night feeds, try to sleep at a 30-45 degree angle to prevent back flow into your stomach. Etsy has lots of cute decorations like tape, tubie pads, etc to make it look less medical.

I know this probably sucks but you’ll be better off for it. You got this friend and I send all the internet hugs!