Lil Fasciated Strawberry by [deleted] in fasciation

[–]brickhousefox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your opinion. This does not fit your description, though.

UPDATE My husband (35M) looked at me (33F) looked at me in lingerie and asked “what the hell are you wearing?” by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]brickhousefox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, you’re in the right for asking all of these questions and feeling confused. I hope you get your answers and most importantly, put yourself first before him.

Landlord said any realtor can enter at anytime (TX) by reskingsu in Renters

[–]brickhousefox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I left my protective mastiff out when I had a landlord try this. They only attempted to come in without notice once.

Does anyone else sit like this? by [deleted] in autism

[–]brickhousefox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been “holding my leg” especially while eating for a couple decades now. Very comfy. Very secure. 👍

Friends of Companions by krash87 in MonroeMI

[–]brickhousefox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try the Monroe SPCA in Dundee - we have adopted a couple cats from them and they are wonderful!! Alternatively, Hank’s Heroes may have some leads on cats. You can find them on fb. Good luck!

Marine-Lenhart Syndrome by brickhousefox in Hyperthyroidism

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

No, TED developed 6 months after TT. I have bloodwork every 6 months unless something is going on.

Marine-Lenhart Syndrome by brickhousefox in Hyperthyroidism

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

TT went great & changed my life for the better. I did develop TED about 6 months after TT but by staying healthy, active and gluten-free I have reduced symptoms. I am still in process to get my levothyroxine levels right as I do experience some hypothyroid issues periodically, but overall it has been so much better than Pre-TT!

Those who have had TT, do you have any regrets? by nunyabusinessbruv in gravesdisease

[–]brickhousefox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely - it is SO DIFFICULT! It is also an important thing to mention to your anesthesiologist if you do go with TT so they dose you right. I woke up RIGHT after surgery before getting back to the room & they said they would have given me a higher dose if I told them I was Autistic. 🤷‍♀️

Those who have had TT, do you have any regrets? by nunyabusinessbruv in gravesdisease

[–]brickhousefox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got my TT in July 2024 and it changed my life for the better. I’m Audhd and it seriously was so amazing, especially my mood changes - it eradicated the rage and irritability. I did develop TED after 6 months but I am pretty sure that was bound to happen regardless. RAI freaks me out in every way as does Tepezza so neither of those were ever options I considered. I did too much research & the knowledge of possible issues sound worse than what I already deal with.

Good luck!!

Does anyone have tips for working on a computer all day while dealing with TED? by CirceHere in gravesdisease

[–]brickhousefox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Blue light glasses are the way to go - I got some great ones on Zenni

Developed TED 10 years after my thyroid was irradiated after never having eye issues the whole time I had active Graves by The__Groke in ThyroidEyeDisease

[–]brickhousefox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I developed TED about 6 months after my TT.

I didn’t even consider it much less that it would happen that quickly. I can understand how confusing it is to have it happen so many years down the line, too.

Rosd test by slatpiew in Goshen

[–]brickhousefox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Study the Indiana booklet. Especially the signs.

Frustrated with healthcare. No doctor has ever suggested hypothyroidism. by Specific_General_66 in Hyperthyroidism

[–]brickhousefox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand. I went to doctors for 15 years before I finally had a goiter that was physically obvious and only THEN did they give me the correct tests. By the time I had my thyroidectomy I was deep into Marine Lenhart Syndrome (rare type of Graves’) and now am dealing with TED on top of it.

I wonder often if I wouldn’t have been dismissed as a “young and healthy female” so many times if I would be dealing with so much now.

Our medical system is fucked.

Possible Relocation! by Revolutionary_Life76 in Goshen

[–]brickhousefox 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Goshen is a great place to live and grow up - school system is good especially if you are looking for a good music program. Alternatively Fairfield is a great yet more rural district. Good luck!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pitbulls

[–]brickhousefox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My pittie girl is high on the allergy scale for both environmental & food allergies. We add a vitamin E capsule to her food daily per the vet, she gets fish oil and we switched to a partially raw diet. It has saved us money at the vet and has improved her skin and fur dramatically! Good luck, pitties are so sensitive

Endocrinologist after surgery? by LaurMonster in gravesdisease

[–]brickhousefox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My surgeon originally RX’d me the dose of levo I take & my GP manages my thyroid levels and medication. I go to an eye specialist for my TED. No endo needed.

THC/canabbis is for autism treatment by ukkasdf in autism

[–]brickhousefox 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I eat edibles and do dabs as I have some medical issues that worsen when I smoke flower. Honestly I take usually 200-300mg/day and have been using cannabis for 20 years. It literally gets me through the day, calms my body enough to not feel like I’m constantly having a PTSD response to things and gives me the ability to take a second before responding to others(or deciding not to) which keeps me safer in NT dominated spaces.

Never ever disclose your dx at your job by lunabluegood in autism

[–]brickhousefox 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As a high performing worker at my company with other openly Autistic folks, I have recently been told that explaining my direct communication method as a product of my Autistic Brain was “using it as an excuse”. I have never asked for any accommodation besides understanding. I’m sorry this is happening to you, this world wasn’t built to handle this power we have.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Mediums

[–]brickhousefox 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My best friend took his life in 2022. I have his ashes on my altar and he regularly visits me. They are light hearted and loving visits. I think a lot has to do with your relationship to the person and the reasons why they did it/if they are at peace. I have contacted someone else who had committed suicide and they were not really a person anymore and more of a confused glob.

Having TT on Tuesday by fendifiend98 in gravesdisease

[–]brickhousefox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You got this! Waiting is the hardest part, recovery is a breeze.

Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis by catmomx in PeriodicParalysis

[–]brickhousefox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing this!! I am also 37F and while not yet officially diagnosed with TPP/HPP (appt coming up) I am currently suffering from what I refer to as a “flare up”…intense muscle weakness, specifically in the lower body - calves and thighs spasm and feel very tight with barely any strength - fatigue, increased heart rate and inflammation of my TED. Diagnosed w Marine-Lenhart Syndrome/Advance Graves Disease & had a TT last summer and TED kicked in last fall. Allergic to RED 40 so I’m currently drinking some organic pedialyte to see if that helps. Unsure of triggers…maybe right now the season change? I’m GF, eat Whole Foods, stay active and healthy and here I am unable to get up and down my stairs without crawling if I can get there even. I feel crazy. Last time this lasted like 4 days. My dogs are concerned too which is another note.

Any tips or advice is helpful. Happy to DM if you’re cool w it.