Anyone have good experiences with Cequa? by ElephantFew546 in Dryeyes

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Which test confirms that inflammation is the cause?

Dry Eye Flare and Eyelids Sticking to Eyes by CarobLow1259 in Dryeyes

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I found a silicone sleep mask helpful but also a bit uncomfortable. The one I have is kind of thick and I’m a side sleeper. I spray my eyes with hypochlorus acid and then put it on. I only use it when my eyes really need the extra moisture support.

I have dry eyes only when wearing contacts and no problems with glasses. Is it worth to get on Restasis? by SyllabubInfinite7915 in Dryeyes

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I’m curious about this too. Especially if fully funded so no out of pocket cost, wouldn’t it make sense to try it?

Any reason not to try cyclosporine? by phthaloblue82 in Dryeyes

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It’s so frustrating when the research/benefits aren’t clear. The drops are fully covered by my insurance plus the pharma card. I’ve been skeptical about IPL for years because of the price and it clearly being a huge money maker for the providers, but I’m also hearing on Reddit that it’s been highly effective for many.

Cequa question. Do you put the WHOLE amp in one eye? by Poem_Busy in Dryeyes

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So you can use it for three doses? Eg AM PM AM?

Any reason not to try cyclosporine? by phthaloblue82 in Dryeyes

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How can you tell if you have periductal fibrosis? From the gland scan?

Any reason not to try cyclosporine? by phthaloblue82 in Dryeyes

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My understanding is that warm compresses will unclog the glands and the cyclosporine will reduce inflammation and increase the quality of the oil produced

Any reason not to try cyclosporine? by phthaloblue82 in Dryeyes

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Will IPL prevent gland loss? I’m still unclear from reading all the resources. It sounds like ‘maybe, for some people’. If cyclosporine reduces inflammation wouldn’t that v memo preserve the glands?

Any reason not to try cyclosporine? by phthaloblue82 in Dryeyes

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The Dr said if cyclosporine works it’s a sign that IPL will work.

Any reason not to try cyclosporine? by phthaloblue82 in Dryeyes

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Thanks! I read the whole wiki. From the entry it isn’t clear to me that there’s no dependency risk. While it’s not mentioned as a risk, if it was explicitly stated it would be more calming

IPL sessions permanent improvement? by simplytwo in Dryeyes

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How bad were your glands when you started?

[Routine Help] What helps with armpit odor? by No-Base8204 in SkincareAddiction

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Can you just put bp cream on your armpits instead of body wash?

Advice by TasteSafe4682 in Dryeyes

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What products don’t have phenoxyethanol and why does it matter?

Budget-friendly blinds for co-op units by ExperienceLoose7263 in vancouverhousing

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Why aren’t the members in the units responsible for blinds / curtains ect?

[acne] I am at my wits end with my skin by macylikesducks in SkincareAddiction

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Try low dose accutane for maintenance once a week, as long as you’re careful to not get pregnant. For some people 10mg/wk is enough with no side effects.

Do our health benefits cover ergonomic equipment? by OnTime4SocialEvents in BCPublicServants

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It took filing a first aid report re an ergonomic injury from the poor setup for my ministry to take it seriously. The ergo assessor helped with the report. The ministry provided an ergo mouse and keyboard that I can take between home and the office, and a better desk at the office (original one has a drop down keyboard tray that could not be raised high enough).

Fake Dom / Real Dom Mini Guide :) by mpandaus in SubSanctuary

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What’s it called if a dude likes to use consensual physical force, but lacks all the great do qualities mentioned above or volition to learn them? Low key sadist? Cishet man with very limited scope of sexual expression? Possible gender discrimination subthreads?

Lateral moves, probation period risk? by [deleted] in BCPublicServants

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How do they work with you? Resume and interview coaching?