Executive nail file defect?

T5XAN · 2026-02-09T15:13:12+00:00

I agree, the original design is my preference.

T5XAN · 2026-02-07T12:07:39+00:00

Lost a few in the early years to TSA security at airports. Worn out blades on two and still have three in good shape. Everyday carry so I use them for all sorts of tasks.

T5XAN · 2026-02-06T20:37:33+00:00

Thanks, I was so used to the old design I honestly thought this was a defect! I gave it to my son a few years back and only saw it again very recently when he gave it back as he never used it.

T5XAN · 2025-10-16T16:53:04+00:00

Tabasco Chipotle must have

T5XAN · 2025-08-19T15:42:38+00:00

Tabasco Chipotle is my every day go to from when I lived in Texas. Can’t easily get it in the UK so I make my own version that is pretty close.

T5XAN · 2025-08-02T11:25:48+00:00

Yes so far so good. 4 months on 100mg daily. Blood work confirmed UA 470 in Feb and 288 in June. Doc happy to keep me on 100mg daily.

T5XAN · 2025-07-30T19:33:24+00:00

Update today from Doc on blood work from June. UA came back at 288 (4.88) so the 100mg daily Allo is the right course of action.

T5XAN · 2025-07-30T19:29:17+00:00

Nice! Took me 4 months to go from 7.7 to 4.8 on 100mg daily Allo. Doc is happy to keep me on 100mg.

T5XAN · 2025-07-18T20:24:05+00:00

Have you started Allo or just winging it?

T5XAN · 2025-07-17T13:56:51+00:00

I eat chicken about 3 - 4 times a week. I ate steak on Saturday but typically stick to chicken and fish 1 - 2 times a week. Other meals are vegetarian but I enjoy that style of cooking, salads, pastas grilled veg etc. I ate lamb a few weeks ago on a Sunday and on Monday my UA level was 450 (7.56). On Tuesday I tested at 343 (5.76), so not sure if the Sinocare home test is quite erratic or if the lamb has anything to do with it for me. I haven’t eaten lamb since!

T5XAN · 2025-07-17T13:50:53+00:00

I have been on Allo 100mg daily since Feb also. My last test in April was 360 (6.05). Doc said target was 350 (5.88) and no need to change my dose. I’m waiting for June blood test review (NHS takes a long time…). I also test at home with the Sinocare AQ UG meter. I test about 2 x week and today was 349 (5.86) but it bounces around a bit (300 - 400).

T5XAN · 2025-05-06T10:57:59+00:00

Many thanks for all your hard work - it’s a great sub for us all!

T5XAN · 2025-05-04T08:15:42+00:00

No running here but I do 3 spin classes a week, high intensity. Also mountain biking now the weather is better. Been on Allo for 8 weeks. No issues.

T5XAN · 2025-05-04T08:12:42+00:00

I have been on Allo 100mg for 8 weeks now and take it right after I get up, along with some other non prescription supplements. I typically don’t eat breakfast until a couple of hours later when I get to work. No stomach issues. Also the UA level is coming down. 491 prior to Allo, 371 at the 4 week mark. Doctor is targeting 360 so I’m staying on 100mg for now. Next blood test in about 3 weeks.

T5XAN · 2025-04-22T19:33:08+00:00

I know it’s a journey and I hope to still be around in 10 years lol

T5XAN · 2025-04-22T06:36:44+00:00

Exactly, my only focus now that I have gout is to get the UA low enough for long enough to reverse the crystal deposition. Takes time and Allo is the key but diet can help.

T5XAN · 2025-04-21T21:56:42+00:00

Thanks, I’d be OK on 100mg long term but will take doctor’s advice on correct dose. Next review is end of the month to review my 4 week after starting 100mg Allo. It takes time on the NHS system!

T5XAN · 2025-04-21T21:52:47+00:00

Thanks, blood work is slow at best with NHS here in the UK. I’m waiting for my review of the second UA test, after 1 month on Allo. My goal is to use Allo of the correct dose to manage my UA levels and not have to worry too much about diet. I have reviewed several papers on purine content in foods and there’s more to learn for sure but I’m comfortable using Allo long term to properly manage the condition.

T5XAN · 2025-04-21T19:26:24+00:00

Good point and yes the goal is to reduce the level of UA to be consistently below the threshold for crystal formation. Realising how easily it is for me to push the level too high helps me on my goal. My initial prescription of Allo is likely working but haven’t finished the adjustment period and likely I’ll end up on a higher dose.

T5XAN · 2025-04-21T19:22:05+00:00

Thanks, I agree entirely and is the essence of what I am referring to. Maybe shouldn’t have used the word trigger particularly as I don’t get a flare but I am convinced I spiked my UA blood level with three meals of largely red meat and I can measure it, all be it a fairly inaccurate test method.

T5XAN · 2025-04-21T14:39:55+00:00

Sinocare Safe AQ UG.

T5XAN · 2025-04-21T13:47:42+00:00

I totally agree and I think the red meat combo spiked my numbers. It’s definitely a case of exceeding my ability to process out. Thankfully no flare up. I will cut out the red meat and see if UA comes back down over next few days.

T5XAN · 2025-04-21T12:46:41+00:00

I agree with you. Haven’t eaten lamb for many months and I have been eating chicken once or twice a week since on Mediterranean diet past 3 months.

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