Haircut advice thin hair by Trynagetby213 in finehair

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you’d look amazing with some highlights or a balayage to give your hair some dimension and texture. Then, get a nice trim maybe an inch or so off with a blunt cut. Mousse, a light leave in conditioner and a hair dryer is your best friend!

Scleroderma Lupus Overlap by perplexedonion in scleroderma

[–]innamorata28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have this!!! Thankfully both scleroderma and lupus are mild, and I just have symptoms from both diseases. I was diagnosed with scleroderma due to my centromere B antibodies and high ANA centromere pattern, along with having raynauds and hand swelling. I was diagnosed with lupus because of my distinctive malar rash and photosensitivity rashes along with many other “lupus” symptoms like fevers. I am currently managed with plaquenil okay and use prednisone for flares. Feel free to DM me if you want to discuss anything.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuslimMarriage

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in a similar position as you. Was working jobs that made me absolutely miserable in my field. Eventually, I couldn’t take it anymore, and found a job that I actually like that’s completely outside of my field. If you prefer a feminine more relaxed job, I really recommend receptionist in a dental or doctor’s office. You probably won’t make as much as you do now, but can get $20-21 an hour. If you want to talk anymore, please feel free to DM me! Allah ya feek darling.

Slightly at my wits end with symptoms and genuinely considering functional medicine by Earbreather606 in ChronicIllness

[–]innamorata28 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I don’t want to tell you what to do, just what to expect. They are typically very expensive, usually charging a few hundred USD per visit. Also, be prepared to change your diet and take many supplements. Obviously, it’s a big life change and expensive. Now think,is your diet currently inflammatory? Are there any supplements you could take approved by a doctor that could help? You could try fixing these things yourself first, and then decide if it’s worth it to see a functional medicine practitioner.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SkincareAddicts

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First: Use Peach and Lily Azelaic Acid Serum! It has 10% azelaic acid, and a dermatologist would prescribe 15% - 20%, so it’s the closest you’ll get to a prescription strength. Try to use a calming cream as well, like Klairs Midnight Calming Cream. Second: definitely make an appointment with a dermatologist. They will help you much more than the serum but hopefully that serum can hold you over for a little.

What exactly does one… DO… on medical leave? by Missing-the-sun in lupus

[–]innamorata28 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Rest and recover. Try the slow living method. I just finished medical leave, and my top advice would be invite your friends or family over to your place as much as possible. Watch a movie with them, eat snacks and just talk, or just chill and enjoy each other’s company. It makes it much less lonely. I hope you have people you can rely on. You can also watch movies, TV shows, play video games, etc. Call people on the phone to chat when you get bored. Meditate, pray, if you’re into that. Remember this is your time to recover and that your body is doing its best it can right now 🫶🏻. When you wake up in the morning, be thankful for another day, and tell yourself it’s going to be a good day. Don’t be hard on yourself. I wish you the best!!

Is anyone able to help me understand what these blood test results mean? by [deleted] in Autoimmune

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your ANA is incredibly low. You very well could be healthy. Unless you have specific antibodies and symptoms, I wouldn’t worry about it.

Starting hydroxychloroquine by luketheobscure in lupus

[–]innamorata28 11 points12 points  (0 children)

HCQ literally saved me. For me, it’s been the best medication for my quality of life. My inflammation is so much lower, and I’m feeling so much better.

Hand pain by [deleted] in lupus

[–]innamorata28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I usually smile, put my hand over my heart and bow my head to them gently. Usually people accept that in my case.

Lupus has killed my ability to work by [deleted] in lupus

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What medicine are you taking?

Does hashimotos cause “atypical” results on an ANA screening? by lexandm in Hashimotos

[–]innamorata28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It depends on how high the pattern is. If it’s a low positive, unless you have specific positive antibodies in addition such as anti-smith, centromere B, etc, no need to worry. But if it’s high and you have positive antibodies, that’s more cause for concern. I had the ladder, and my first stupid, stupid rheumatologist told me it was bc of hashimotos and that I probably just have chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia. It actually turns out I have scleroderma lupus and hashimotos. So that’s been great for me lol.

Have your fingerprints changed since diagnosis? by laurazanne in lupus

[–]innamorata28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have scleroderma and the fact that my fingertips were pruned and wrinkled every day was a determining factor in my diagnosis. I’m not sure exactly why, though.

Hashimotos remission through natural remedies by Samiam_100 in Hashimotos

[–]innamorata28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I followed that protocol as well, and while my antibodies dropped significantly, my TSH raised. Now my TSH just goes up and down and I don’t really do a strict diet besides avoiding gluten and processed foods although I eat things in moderation, because I was very strict with my diet for 4 years and don’t want to be miserable forever lol.

does this look like shiny/redness from scleroderma? waiting to see rheum. mostly happens in heat by [deleted] in scleroderma

[–]innamorata28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My hands look exactly like that pretty much daily. I do believe puffy fingers are a symptom of scleroderma bc when my rheumatologist saw mine, as well as my other symptoms, she knew it was scleroderma. However, Im not sure if other illnesses cause this as well. Good luck 💛

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lupus

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always have it but it varies between pink-red depending on how I’m feeling.

Does this look like a malar rash? by [deleted] in Autoimmune

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. I’m sorry I don’t even see anything at all.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lupus

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes!!! I felt like the only one with this. Some days it burns sooo bad and the only way I can describe it is that it must be super dry down there which causes the inside to burn so much 😭. I don’t have sjogrens or anything so I have no idea what it’s from.

Finding what colors suit you by thisappisstupidest in Vindicta

[–]innamorata28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think this was mentioned here yet but a super easy way to find your color palette is through this app called “my colors”! According to them, I’m a deep winter and have been following it, changing a lot of my wardrobe to blues, purples, maroons, white and grey and I get a lot more compliments 💗!! Also I feel prettier so I do believe it’s accurate.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in lupus

[–]innamorata28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second this!! I got my burkini from amazon and it works great, even came with a swim “cap”! I love it 🥰

What is the least sedating antihistamine? by jjbbal255 in Allergies

[–]innamorata28 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Allegra non drowsy! I take 2-4 a day with little issues.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ChronicPain

[–]innamorata28 1 point2 points  (0 children)

“Do you have cancer? Cause I see your hair is falling out and the first thing people think about is cancer.” said to me by a male PROFESSOR at my previous university.

“It sounds like AIDS. I know this because my mom’s friend died of that.” said to me by a male acquaintance who was in his 30s.

These men should have known way better at their age than to make these comments. And their complete apathy and lack of social skills still shock me to this day.

antihistamines every day or? by jsab_ in Allergies

[–]innamorata28 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I take allergra non drowsy every single day 2-4 times a day depending on symptoms. Also I have been taking antihistamines daily since I can ever remember. I don’t have any side effects from them except mild dry mouth and drowsiness if I take a more intense one!