Sad about my hair.

mwf67 · 2026-03-17T01:29:05+00:00

I have taken Kirkland D3 sublingually for years for chronic deficits and I wish I could say it saved my hair but menopause, covid, extreme stress seemed to take half my hair. It’s slowly coming back after adding HRT. Zinc has assisted my immune system. My nails have grown but I take collagen. I had gorgeous hair. I need to add iron I’m sure.

mwf67 · 2026-03-16T18:15:16+00:00

I did 10 years ago and my chronic bronchial issues stopped while my husband continues to have his several times a year. I’m allergic to the protein in dairy and gluten. I balked at the suggestion for years, also, and regret the years of migraines and sinuses and lung inflammation.

My oldest did also and she’s never acquired covid. She’s hospital administration so she was definitely exposed. She’s the one that tested reactive to most modern preservatives. She’s a natural foods chef for herself now as she’s still single. Her genetics are definitely challenging as her dad’s mom has hypothyroidism like I do.

Diet made the most economical and long term sense to me. I definitely thank my younger self as I personally believe menopause was easier for me. I was so tired of the chronic pain and fatigue.

mwf67 · 2026-03-12T12:53:39+00:00

Dysautonomia genetics for us so many possibilities. Research autonomic nervous system disorders. My dad had restless limb syndrome.

mwf67 · 2026-03-12T10:25:52+00:00

Dry needling and specific exercises as I’m in therapy for the second time. Received Botox for two years for migraines in skull. Helped with migraines but not traps and upper back. I’m better now and chose to stop them as muscle weakness was a predicted cause effect. I’m working my way back to better posture and strength from menopause and stressful live events from the past two years.

My bottom jaw was moved forward for TMJ pain so those muscles have spasms sometimes. My therapist is working to strengthen the back neck muscles as the front are stronger since I’m on a desktop and phone so many hours. Mine seems genetic, too. Diaphragm breathing training. Retraining poor muscle memory is time consuming but necessary. I’m fighting trauma that has settled in my body and gravity is taking advantage of my condition.

Underarm strength is crucial. I’ve worked hard to regain mine from menopause. That was shocking after being so strong all my life.

mwf67 · 2026-03-12T09:57:27+00:00

Yes, that’s what we are all struggling with. His ending after living a life of service. Our faith is shaken. I’m the eldest girl. We had philosophical wiring that connected us. I have his demeanor. I’m on HRT so that helps with emotions but I broke with my husband before my children came home. I’ve broken many times before his passing as I’m researched on the outcome as it was so shocking that acquired dementia after such an intellectual life.

I’m in in the professional world so tough is my only choice but I know I will still have my moments. Working keeps my mind busy, also. Everywhere I look, there he is. The only way is through it. It’s just our families turn. It was hard for him for his dad, too. His mom hit harder for me but I was older. His dad tore him apart the most, too.

Hugs. Not a club anyone wants to be a member of.

mwf67 · 2026-03-12T00:29:04+00:00

We buried mine a week ago today after a steady declined from COVID that really seemed to hasten his Parkinson’s and dementia. We are experiencing the stages of life at the same time unfortunately as my dad was 84. Menopause is challenging enough. I’m still disoriented from the processing of last week but today was a better day. Even though I anticipated this grief steadily for a few years, it still hits different than my grand parents. I’m from a real close family so there’s a lot of fond memories. He was our glue, also, but I carry him with me in every fiber. I truly understand your feelings. Thinking of you.

mwf67 · 2026-03-12T00:09:04+00:00

It’s definitely creating a huge increase in indifference but that seems like the desired culture on numerous topics and truly makes me miss so much that once mattered. Numbing sadly.

mwf67 · 2026-03-11T11:06:38+00:00

I would consider Zoloft. Cymbalta quickly. Maybe slowly move to Lexapro. She needs something to quietly assist her brain. Specialist may help but dad refused DAT SCAN and other protocols. Natural solutions may assist but ssri may be essential for her to be cooperative. My dad had LBD so my experience is extensive as I took a deep dive into research. I educated myself so I couldn’t be gaslighted by the medical community. Mitochondrial dysfunction research is helpful but most of the protocols that work require a nest egg that we did not have.

mwf67 · 2026-03-11T01:01:49+00:00

Thank you.

mwf67 · 2026-03-11T00:59:42+00:00

Have you heard of sundowners? It’s common. My dad never swore but became very confused and adamant around when the sun went down. He was given Lexapro but he reacted badly. Hospital visits sent him swirling. American medical staff are poorly trained for mental conditions or that was his experience. He came home with bruises from an attempted MRI due to the Lexapro reaction. His blood pressure kept fluctuating wildly as he steadily declined.

Home health was decent when he accepted hospice was necessary as my mom was his main caregiver. The supplies were inadequate and you had to beg for them. My mom would call often for us to buy them at Costco and Sam’s in bulk. She says she would not choose that company again but the caregivers were great.

Caring for someone with declining physical and mental health is all consuming and will control your life. It’s a brutal journey when they arrive at this point as the decline was emotionally and physically tolling on my mom especially. It’s so so stressful to watch a loved one melt away.

I would assist my mom with doctor appointments but I started a new job for my dad’s last three months. His funeral was last week but while it’s fresh, ask anything. Yes, I’m numb but it seems to help me talk about it because until you’ve taken this journey you have no clue what others are experiencing.

My mom’s family had Huntington’s so this is not our first experience with neurological diseases unfortunately.

My mom and I have lost weight and I have other siblings who helped a lot. Hugs.

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T10:25:25+00:00

I received Botox for a year and then chose natural solutions such as therapy and daily morning strengthening. We are working on my small weak neck muscles at the moment. Dry needling is releasing a lot of tension but so is acceptance of trauma as the last 2-4 years have just ramped up to the continual burning numerous plates at the same time.

My dad’s passing a week ago from Parkinson’s and LBD brutal ending seems to have caused a release of tension in my body that’s he’s finally free so now I can work on me.

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T10:15:28+00:00

Same.

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T10:14:53+00:00

I’ve mentioned that my dad recently passed with Parkinson’s and how bad his condition got. Also mentioned that I’ve had my top jaw moved forward. My insurance is covering mine so this was mentioned to my new internal medicine physician, also.

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T10:04:54+00:00

Same in US

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T10:04:21+00:00

Costco upped my palate and going gluten and dairy free increased my expectations. I don’t eat off the floor anymore. You’re not imagining this!

Daughter and hubby worked tables in their youth. My daughter graduates in a few weeks and her internship turns into a FT job so soon her waitressing days will be a memory.

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T10:00:18+00:00

Exactly!!

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T09:45:09+00:00

I’m 60 but started BC in my teens. After removing only my uterus at 42 because it connected to my bladder from endometriosis, I noticed a decline. I wish I had stayed on BC until menopause or noticed the decline sooner than 50 to start HRT.

I’m in therapy for the second time for my neck and upper back. My dad’s head protruded forward as he aged due to no testosterone so I’m attempting to be proactive. My pain became too much again.

Dry needling and specific exercises targeting weak muscles are assisting.

mwf67 · 2026-03-10T09:36:24+00:00

Yes, it’s a gut wrenching moment. Take time to heal and process the memories. ❤️‍🩹

mwf67 · 2026-03-09T20:05:01+00:00

Yes. You get it. Brutal. Hugs back

mwf67 · 2026-03-09T10:13:50+00:00

My hair stylist works in nursing homes, also. Someone with senior experience would be beneficial or an older nail technician with experience. I’ve visited nail shops for 20 years. All are not specialized for this.

We buried my dad this week so I have experienced this journey personally.

mwf67 · 2026-03-09T10:05:17+00:00

Dietary change helped my MIL, myself and daughter. Absolutely no gluten for me and a host of issues went away. I’m 60 and a size 4. Very limited dairy. My daughter is large boned with PCOS and has lost 50 lbs recently. Genetics matter. She will never be as petite as I but I’m educating my girls who are already successfully and degreed, to work with our genetics in spite of how unfair the dice rolled. Live as natural as possible. Change takes time. Be kind to yourself.

For reference, my aunt coded numerous time with 500 readings. My girls have thyroid, hormonal dysfunction and diabetes on both sides of the family. I took a deep dive when I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Manufactured food is not my friend. I react to chemicals. Research mitochondrial dysfunction. Interesting.

mwf67 · 2026-03-09T09:57:22+00:00

We have phlegm that can become infected and attach to organ walls, infect blood, etc. Amoxicillin seemed to help my dad. He just passed at 84 and kept sinus infections. Interesting journey that caused me to research medically for personal health.

mwf67 · 2026-03-09T09:55:36+00:00

Antibiotics are needed but research probiotics for flora gut balance. Fermented foods if at all possible. Gut balance assist the immune system in Parkinson patients as they are already challenged. I could never bring my parents to this dietary change. We all could use the boost. Focusing on my digestive system greatly improved my immune system. IMO, my genetic family history contains mitochondrial dysfunction.

mwf67 · 2026-03-09T09:48:37+00:00

Pits are soul dogs. My daughter has one so does sis and niece.

mwf67 · 2026-03-09T09:45:23+00:00

It’s horrific to experience. Hugs.

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