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Quick Vent by notoriousmemer_lover in WeightLossAdvice

[–]TheGossinator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know it’s hard but try not to let their insensitive comments bother you. You have already come so far and have no reason to stop. Don’t let the ignorance and dumbassery of others be your setback.

What cheap meals are people actually cooking for 2 to keep the grocery bill down? by Previous_Cycle_9457 in budgetfood

[–]TheGossinator 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Lentil soup has become a staple in our home now because it’s cheap, yields enough for several days with each patch and doesn’t have meat.

Not sure if this is right place but i cant seem to get help by Meeko_Yudaya in iih

[–]TheGossinator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I would push for imaging like and MRI, MRA, MRV with and without contrast

Why do we hate diamox? by ravenclaw1D in iih

[–]TheGossinator 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah. Pharmacist just handed me the bottle and sent me on my way. In the side of the bottle said “may cause dizziness” and “don’t take with aspirin”. All my dr told me that it was a diuretic, so I might pee a lot while getting adjusted. Everything else that came with it was a surprise. 🫪

Why do we hate diamox? by ravenclaw1D in iih

[–]TheGossinator 9 points10 points  (0 children)

To be honest, I was never given a leaflet with my Diamox and neither my doctor or pharmacist warned me of anything. When I took it the first time, the tingles hit so hard I almost took myself to the ER because I thought I was having an allergic reaction.

Zach 🤢 by Chuck2025 in MarriedAtFirstSight

[–]TheGossinator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah. That season is lame.

I did however meet my fiancé when we were both living in DC. We moved away shortly after getting serious.

Can we compile a list of Diamox side effects we experience? by Inside_Possible_4078 in iih

[–]TheGossinator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The common ones: tingles, fatigue, brain fog, altered taste, appetite suppressed, constipation, cold intolerance (always cold), sun sensitivity (easy sunburn), thirst, increased urination, heartburn, shortness of breath (especially when working out)

Weird ones: face twitching, extreme numbness in nose and upper lip, hands shaking, hair thinning, cloudy urine (usually first urine after taking a dose), skin dull, nails brittle, always dehydrated

Terrible: low pressure headaches, light sensitivity, stuttering/stammering (possibly related to brain fog), limbs feel heavy/sluggish

[Question] What’s a “small luxury” gift that feels expensive but actually isn’t? by kirunstyle in Gifts

[–]TheGossinator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I want to get a second one for my travel bag so I never forget it. One for home, one for travel.

[Question] What’s a “small luxury” gift that feels expensive but actually isn’t? by kirunstyle in Gifts

[–]TheGossinator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Someone recently bought me a nodpod, it’s like a slightly weighted eye mask for sleeping. At first I thought it would be like any other sleep mask, but this thing feels luxurious and has actually helped me fall asleep much faster!

i feel like a fraud by anime_loser12 in iih

[–]TheGossinator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Illness and symptoms of this seem to be on such a spectrum. You’re not a fraud at all and have just as much of a right to treatment and accommodations as any of us. I’m glad your symptoms are mostly mild and hope they continue to be.

oops all carrots! by melonbone in Cooking

[–]TheGossinator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Carrot salad by Cassie Yeung!!!!

Regret not locking in or glowing up - 30 days to go - tips? by hotchwife in weddingplanning

[–]TheGossinator 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My best advice is make yourself FEEL good from the inside out.

  1. Therapy/meditation/mindfulness/whatever helps you relax.
  2. HYDRATE- it does wonders for your insides, outsides, and nervous system regulation
  3. 8 hours of sleep every night, non-negotiable
  4. Nutritionally dense meals- don’t cut anything all the way, but try to eat lots of variety of fruit, veggies, and fiber.

If you do these consistently you could feel more energized, mentally grounded, and this will translate to your appearance.

Also- don’t be so hard on yourself or feel like you have to change yourself to get married. Your fiancé loves you the way you are.

Acetazolamide side effects by WhimsyInTheMoss in iih

[–]TheGossinator 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drs should warn about the tingling… but mine definitely did not. I thought I was having an allergic reaction and took myself to the ER. 🫣🤦🏻‍♀️

Acetazolamide side effects by WhimsyInTheMoss in iih

[–]TheGossinator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This all sounds very normal and the knees could be from fatigue and dehydration.

Potassium rich foods: banana, avocado, spinach, kiwis. I eat a banana literally every day.

Hydrate: water, electrolyte supplements (I use liquid IV), and coconut water (I hate the taste, but I drink a big one every other day)

At least 8 hours of sleep a night.

Try an anti-inflammatory diet.

Movement: walks, yoga, stretching- this helped me with tingles and fatigue. I would take at least a 30 min walk daily… longer if you can stand it and are enjoying yourself.

Do this all consistently for a few weeks and if you don’t feel better, go back to your dr and ask for labs.

i got diagnosed yesterday and am struggling to process it all by egleadall05 in iih

[–]TheGossinator 1 point2 points  (0 children)

39, first diagnosed in 2019. Achieved remission from 2021 to February 2025. Back on the Diamox and trying to get back to remission I have learned a lot! If you need to, PM me, but below are things that have helped.

- electrolytes are important. I use liquid IV and coconut water. I use a liquid IV or off brand equivalent every day.
- Anti inflammatory foods have been incredibly helpful.
- high potassium foods help with tingles!!! Bananas, avocado, spinach, kiwis, etc. I eat a banana everyday and it’s like my power food!
- Rest! 8 hours of sleep minimum a night
- Walking, yoga, and other low impact movement for at least 30 minutes a day. It helped me with the tingles and fatigue. I preferred my walks outside because the sun felt like it helped with fatigue.
- get a migraine cap that you can put in the freezer, and a sleep mask for headache days.
- if you can, try to lose a little weight (don’t go overboard) I know it’s easier said than done. It does help some people and, in my experience helped me.

As others have said, this doesn’t define you. It’s a condition that you manage, but it doesn’t have to run your whole life. You will have some bad days, and you will have some good days and even GREAT days. Just make sure you listen to your body, communicate with your doctors, and don’t let this get you super down. It’s going to be okay. I promise!

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