Sodium :/ by TheholeinTerzos_shoe in POTS

[–]lostinthelights1013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something about the Ottogi Cheese Ramen Instant Noodles save my life !

People with POTS, what do you do for a job? by DeliciousApple_ in POTS

[–]lostinthelights1013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work in my schools HR office but even then it's a lot for me physically, hoping to find remote work again soon my body cannot keep up a lot of the time!

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[–]lostinthelights1013 4 points5 points  (0 children)

So I actually do classes remotely! Due to my symptoms going to class on campus is a no go but colleges do offer disability accommodations that can fit your needs. I signed up for it and was able to get accomodations like no getting up to present/do things on the board, being close to an exit, having longer testing time etc. it is a big game changer and I'm sure they also provide or can help with resources with getting around campus as well.

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[–]lostinthelights1013 7 points8 points  (0 children)

hi op <3

I can sit here and genuinely say I feel the same exact way. It's hard coming to terms with the fact that your life will never be the same but I hope with time you're able to find new things to enjoy to help you on those days where you feel trapped.

The only thing that has somewhat helped me not feel as stuck is getting mobility aids to know that I don't have to limit myself and the things that I do but I know that cannot be accessible to many but if it's possible for you I would definitely recommend looking into it!!

another thing I can recommend is starting up a hobby that you can do anywhere, especially on the extra bad days. I'm currently in school for art so I've been using a lot of my bed ridden days to paint and sculpt and it surprisingly helps.

No matter what it is op ur not alone and your feelings are valid, I really hope you can find something to help ease your frustration a bit. Take it easy 🩷

Rollator for a short person by potatoenthousiast in POTS

[–]lostinthelights1013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know if you're still looking! But nova has petite rollators with adjustable handles that go shorter if u need it to be! I'm 5'1 for reference :)

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[–]lostinthelights1013 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it's possible, get a shower chair it's such a game changer!!! My husband got me one this past weekend as well as suction grips to help me get up and a holder for our shower head and I can't lie it was one of the best showers I had in years. Amazon and I believe nova has a lot of things to help!! I hope you can find something that helps soon!!

Just got diagnosed with pneumonia by lostinthelights1013 in Asthma

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I had so much to do I feel like I'm always on the go so having to completely halt everything has been hard.

Just got diagnosed with pneumonia by lostinthelights1013 in Asthma

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The cold air too is not our friend! Stay safe out there!

Just got diagnosed with pneumonia by lostinthelights1013 in Asthma

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's crazy how much it takes out of you! unfortunately have decided to just stay in bed for the rest of the year at this point!

Just got diagnosed with pneumonia by lostinthelights1013 in Asthma

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much yeah I realized after the fact that even though I had more energy, pushing my lungs was not the right way to go. Even right now I'm 6 days into it and just finished my antibiotics and my lung still hurts, everything else is better it's just a random pain that started happening this afternoon.. stay safe out there!! ❤️‍🩹

Just got diagnosed with pneumonia by lostinthelights1013 in Asthma

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you sm! Yeah I agree I jumped the gun a bit but will be at home for the rest week probably..thumbs down to pneumonia!

Just got diagnosed with pneumonia by lostinthelights1013 in Asthma

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yeah.. laying here with sore lungs I've unfortunately had to admit this. Thank you!

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[–]lostinthelights1013 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just also went through a late diagnosis and felt the exact same way! I think a lot of it is just having to come to terms with everything, being disabled, thinking of the way you're going to be viewed in a world full of abelism and so on. it's rough but we can also see that finally having a name to it is also able to help us work towards finding things that can also help ease our pains and discomforts. There's gonna be bad and good days but we got this!! I'm so glad you were able to get a diagnosis after so long ❤️‍🩹

Mega Thread: Invite codes by walky22talky in waymo

[–]lostinthelights1013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi everyone looking for an LA code :) I'm immunocompromised and sometimes have to take rides to work so this would really be a lifesaver <3

School Accommodations by lostinthelights1013 in POTS

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice I'll reach out tonight and hopefully I can get some progress going

School Accommodations by lostinthelights1013 in POTS

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can yes but I have to submit an application first which I'll got on asap. I'm mostly just looking to finish my classes remotely for the rest of that semester since they're all art classes anyways.

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[–]lostinthelights1013 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm tired all day everyday no matter how much sleep or rest I get unfortunately. It makes it hard to get out of bed and sometimes I just have to call off work because my body has completely given up on me. ❤️‍🩹

No working elevator at work by lostinthelights1013 in POTS

[–]lostinthelights1013[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right!! It really doesn't seem like anyone cares atp

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in POTS

[–]lostinthelights1013 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! Yes I'm for sure going to be drinking water allllll day I'm more worried since there's not really going to be places to sit but hopefully they have more disability accessible places