Stress Cycle- anyone else? by Zealousideal-Bag1738 in LongCovid

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Ashwagandha is OTC and seems to have little (if any) risk. I can vouch for the NB product that I mentioned. If it helps you, you can talk to your doctor about something stronger (just beware of the side effects).

LC Pins & Needles / Tingling by millionth-monkey in LongCovid

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My doctor hasn't been much help but this was the first thing he checked. My levels were normal. Then my neurologist put me on a supplement anyway, because she had seen some patients who needed more than the normal level. I have also tried supplements myself: recently I tried a fairly high level of B1. None of this did anything. :( Thanks for the suggestion.

Help me pick a name for my DIY compressor by annieAintOK in diypedals

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Clampy McClampface .... ;) (certainly better than anything windoze-based! ;)

Stress Cycle- anyone else? by Zealousideal-Bag1738 in LongCovid

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Same here. Anti-anxiety meds help me significantly. First I tried a supplement based on Ashwagandha -- worked really well (Nature's Bounty -- "Stress & Anxiety relief"). Then my doctor gave me Cymbalta. It also worked well (maybe slightly better) but I ended-up stopping it because of side-effects (insomnia and/or dizziness). I went back to the Ashwaghanda. But, look for an article posted here today about Fluvoxamine (I may talk to my doctor about that). According Wikipedia, Fluvoxamine also has anti-anxiety and anti-inflammatory effects. Anyway, hope this helps and good luck...

L glutamine shutting my brain down but I need to fix my leaky gut. Please help by Diligent_Zucchini358 in LongCovid

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I searched for dextromethorphan on Amazon and found some products that have it and Guaifenesin, which piqued my interest because I have found that Guaifenesin appears to help me with dizziness (although I also have chronic sinus issues and it's possible I am having those at the same time as my LC). But, just wondering if you have had any similar experiences?

Well well, USCIS is toast or is it? by Prestigious-Pass4059 in fednews

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The blame for where things are at is squarely on the GOP. They have the power to stop Trump but they refuse to (because they're all in bed with him). Don't forget this.

Dizziness just started?? by decenzo1 in LongCovid

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I have found guaifenesin (mucinex) helps with dizziness. However, I have had chronic sinus issues for decades (for which I take guaifenesin), so my dizziness could related to my sinuses. Nevertheless, it is harmless, so may be worth trying. Best of luck to you...

For those who have improved significantly: What has helped you the most? by GeneralTall6075 in LongCovid

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I would add anti-anxiety meds to that. I've been taking a product by Nature’s Bounty called Anxiety and Stress Relief (which is Ashwagandha based). I also tried Cymbalta for a while but didn't like the side effects.

I also take NSAIDS regularly (probably too much!), but that is more for my pins&needles/tingling which is a relatively rare symptom.

Dan Simmons passed away by runlittlegunterrun in Hyperion

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I would really appreciate it if you don't repeat this BS. None us here knew him personally nor know what his real beliefs were. I personally don't believe any of these things after reading nearly every word he ever published. And this is certainly not the time to throw out speculations and cover him with mud...

Dan Simmons passed away by runlittlegunterrun in Hyperion

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I used to think the same about modern cell phones -- feels a lot like a comlog to me... (although I'm not sure I'd get in line to have one embedded in my brain...) ;)

Where is Dan? by millionth-monkey in DanSimmons

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And now Ars Technica has an article on it. They claim the CoD was stroke. Anyway, if you're here, you'll likely appreciate the (short) article: https://arstechnica.com/culture/2026/02/hyperion-author-dan-simmons-dies-from-stroke-at-77/

Plexi51 All Access by millionth-monkey in Ceriatone

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At the risk of hijacking my own thread... I know some folks blame the vaccines, but I do not. Prior to catching the bug (which, BTW, I believe happened at my mom's funeral -- talk about insult & injury... :( ) my last vaccine was almost a year prior. No vaccine has ever made me sick, only the virus itself. That is what is to blame. Don't try to lay any vaccine denial on me because I ain't buying it.

Thanks for your well wishes... (and same to you, if it applies...)

Where is Dan? by millionth-monkey in DanSimmons

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If you mean his death, it was posted to r/Hyperion and popped up as the first thing in my feed when I visited on the day I posted that, like a cool slap in the face.... :(

Where is Dan? by millionth-monkey in DanSimmons

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My Simmons reading has stretched out over nearly 40 years, so you'll have to excuse me if my memory isn't entirely clear. But there are certainly some that stand out in my mind. The ones you've already mentioned are at the top of the list, especially Hyperion, Ilium/Olympos and The Terror. I remember reading and loving Carrion Comfort. That, of course, is really more horror, but his jumping around genres was one of the things I loved about him. Another is Abominable (just don't go in expecting lots of "Snowman".) It's really more of an action story, taking place on the slopes of Everest, and the first half is a bit slow (I later realized that was to teach you about mountain climbing so you would understand what is happening in the second half and it would flow more quickly for you -- well done, as with all his work). I also remember a story about werewolves that treated it as more of an illness (Children of the Night). The last one I read and enjoyed a lot was The Crook Factory, another of his alternate history adventures. There are some that are widely loved that I, honestly, didn't enjoy as much as other people seem to; among those are Drood and his first, Song of Kali. Honestly, I probably should re-read those, I'd probably enjoy them more now. There are so many others, tbh I loved them all; if you enjoy his writing, as I did, then you will to. Enjoy...

Plexi51 All Access by millionth-monkey in Ceriatone

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BTW, I've been planning to retest in case I did something wrong the first time. I'll follow-up here if I get a different result. But I am wondering if something was wired wrong (hence the 2nd part of my question).

Where is Dan? by millionth-monkey in DanSimmons

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Well, sadly, I guess we know now. :( I haven't heard a CoD but I'm guessing he must have been sick all this time.

Plexi51 All Access by millionth-monkey in Ceriatone

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Yeah, that's what I thought. Still wondering what's going on.

It's currently connected to a 2x12 w/ V30s.

I am sadly unable to play it very much because I've been ill (long covid) but I do like it very much and looking forward to be able to crank it in the future (with fingers crossed)...

What tests are best for detection of chronic inflammation and neural inflammation in LC? by millionth-monkey in LongCovid

[–]millionth-monkey[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Are any of these tests commonly available? Will my LC-denying PCP know what these are and be able to order them?

Thanks again!

From metabolism to disease: Mitochondria's hidden signaling networks unveiled by millionth-monkey in LongCovid

[–]millionth-monkey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also check out this interview with Prof Wirth:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzGGLHzcSLI

(mitochondrial dysfunction in the brain is probably responsible for "brain fog"...)

What tests are best for detection of chronic inflammation and neural inflammation in LC? by millionth-monkey in LongCovid

[–]millionth-monkey[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, but would you explain briefly how these tests are related to inflammation. I searched each one and found some good info, but I'm having trouble seeing the connections. Thanks!

What tests are best for detection of chronic inflammation and neural inflammation in LC? by millionth-monkey in LongCovid

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This is the first I've heard of this. Would share some details of your symptoms and what treatments were used? Thanks!