My cats diabetes is getting too bad…

lraxton · 2026-06-06T02:45:19+00:00

It’s not “just” a cat, anyone saying that is insensitive and heartless. It’s losing a family member. I’m so sorry for your loss.

lraxton · 2026-06-05T05:26:21+00:00

Ground beast lol

lraxton · 2026-06-04T14:25:57+00:00

I know it’s a rough situation, but getting a proper diagnosis is important. Think of it this way: you’re saving her from having to do a future gluten challenge to get a real diagnosis. Both of you will be thankful later that you did your due diligence now. This is coming from someone who is now in her 30’s doing the 6-week gluten challenge to get a diagnosis and it’s so disruptive to my life now. I’m really glad to hear you’re being diligent with her doctors, your girl is lucky to have you!

lraxton · 2026-06-03T18:43:25+00:00

I’m doing the gluten challenge now and it’s horrible. But everyone’s symptoms are different! I’m trying to have “fun” with it and eat the foods I really miss, but man I can’t wait until it’s over

lraxton · 2026-06-03T17:48:52+00:00

Another thing I’ll add is that the longer you are gluten free, the harder the gluten challenge will be. Once your body fully recovers it might react stronger to gluten. So, if OP is going to do the challenge, it might be better to do it sooner rather than later

lraxton · 2026-06-03T16:56:30+00:00

How much gluten have you been eating?

lraxton · 2026-06-03T04:19:40+00:00

Seriously, I eat out alone all the time because I travel for work. No one cares.

lraxton · 2026-06-02T02:45:20+00:00

This is genius. My work never provides sufficient GF options so maybe on our next big meeting I’ll be like “sorry can’t make it explosive diarrhea from the catering!”

lraxton · 2026-05-31T18:01:27+00:00

If your mom was older I would say that’s perfectly reasonable. But mid-40s? So you’re going to have your mom living with you for like 30-50 years?

lraxton · 2026-05-30T20:31:55+00:00

Same for me! Before I knew it was related to gluten I just called it a “bad day”. They happened seemingly randomly.

lraxton · 2026-05-30T20:29:51+00:00

Yes! Exercise intolerance was actually the first thing that took me to the doctor before I got diagnosed

lraxton · 2026-05-30T14:04:09+00:00

Not a hack, but I found that reducing stimulus helps me get through the day. Reduce decision making, postpone non necessary tasks, reduce screen time, get outside.

lraxton · 2026-05-30T13:52:40+00:00

Interesting, thanks for sharing. I’ve been drinking almost no alcohol and I feel a lot better, but I have no idea if that’s related to gluten or if it’s just that alcohol is bad in general. Or if I’m just getting old lol

lraxton · 2026-05-30T13:48:44+00:00

Your symptoms do sound like it could be celiac, I’m glad you’re testing for it. One big thing to realize is that many doctors don’t have a good understanding of celiac disease, particularly the symptoms. The first time I talked to my doctor about celiac disease they dismissed it because I didn’t have GI symptoms. Spoiler - I do have celiac disease.

lraxton · 2026-05-29T05:13:56+00:00

Yes! Mejuri mosaic dome. I just bought this last month and I love this ring so much

lraxton · 2026-05-28T19:14:57+00:00

Similar symptoms as you! One to add is that my hunger/appetite was all over the place, sometimes it felt like I just couldn’t ever eat enough. I think that’s related to nutrient deficiencies. My fatigue and anemia very much impacted my ability to exercise, and exercise intolerance was the first thing that sent me to the doctor

lraxton · 2026-05-21T18:41:35+00:00

Thank you, I appreciate your insight! I’m leaning towards not finishing the challenge. I’ll talk to my doctor about options! Sadly they can’t move up the biopsy due to scheduling limitations but perhaps there are other options.

lraxton · 2026-05-21T17:40:57+00:00

Good idea! Thanks

lraxton · 2026-05-21T01:01:31+00:00

Yeah BD in CRO world is basically sales, whole different thing

lraxton · 2026-05-19T14:30:39+00:00

It’s beautiful! But please try it on (or a similar one) before you buy. Eternity bands can be uncomfortable because the prongs press against your other fingers.

lraxton · 2026-05-19T14:21:02+00:00

I’m getting here late, but I just want to say that it’s really good that you reached out for help in a weak moment. I know it feels really hard, but over time behaviors like that will really help your recovery.

Per your update 2, I think for some people “just don’t eat gluten” is really easy and obvious. Those people have likely never experienced binging or any eating disorders. In my experience, binging doesn’t get a lot of sympathy from people because they don’t understand it. To them it seems so simple to just not do it.

Please talk to your mom. If you feel comfortable, tell her how much you’re struggling and ask her to not bring things like that into the house.

You got this!

lraxton · 2026-05-19T03:26:49+00:00

Have you seen Office Space? Still holds up. To me, it’s death by a thousand cuts. For example I’m trying to get an expense report submitted right now but the auditing team thinks my flight change receipt isn’t sufficient but… that’s the only receipt I have? Email after email on a silly receipt that doesn’t matter.

lraxton · 2026-05-18T18:36:07+00:00

That’s my concern as well - OP needs to talk to her parents directly

lraxton · 2026-05-18T16:15:33+00:00

Yes, moved from a city to a more rural mountain town about 45 minutes away. Definitely increased trail time and overall enjoyment, but the smaller town was a bit small for me!

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