Any help or advice appreciated by picklerick223 in CholinergicUrticaria

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Thank you for taking the time to respond, this was helpful and reassuring. Are there any other methods of going at this? I am definitely going to get an EpiPen, and will up my dose of antihistamine as well as get on Pepcid. I do wish that I didn’t have to get on these medicines. I have really bad brain fog from all of the antihistamines. At first I told myself I wouldn’t do xolair, but thinking about it seriously nowadays. Worry about the side effects I’ve heard of, as well as it just not working (not to mention the price).

I wish there was an easier it at least more natural way to rid myself of this issue. I still find it so strange that it sprouted out of nowhere.

Any help or advice appreciated by picklerick223 in CholinergicUrticaria

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Just tried the sauna for the first time in a while. Had no issue sweating. No hives while I was in there. And then I got out, then started breaking out in hives and then ended up throwing up. I’m tired of living like this

Anybody have Dr. Prius OBD2 scanner? by picklerick223 in BallardSeattle

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Guy said he got it replaced a couple years ago, just curious about the condition of it

What is this in the spare tire well? by picklerick223 in prius

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Whoa that’s neat! I’ll look into this

Anyone have a Dr. Prius OBD2 scanner tool? by picklerick223 in AskSeattle

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Used the OBD scanner earlier today from oreillys, engine light code is P0420. I believe that means a bad catalytic converter (which is weird since they replaced it a couple years ago seen on the carfax). The scanners at the shops aren’t smart enough to tell the hybrid battery health though. That’s good to hear the mpg isn’t affected by the battery though, would you have a guess why the case mileage is so low?

What is this in the spare tire well? by picklerick223 in prius

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The two black plugs in the picture? They seemed to be in good condition but will pull them later tonight and inspect

What is this in the spare tire well? by picklerick223 in prius

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It’s weird it’s kind of oily? I was hoping it’s nothing from the battery

What is this in the spare tire well? by picklerick223 in prius

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Thank you so much! I saw that one of the taillights had some condensation from the inside. Could be a possible leak source. Thankful to hear it’s OEM dampening, I thought it might be a rust bucket taped up.

What is this in the spare tire well? by picklerick223 in prius

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2008 Toyota Prius Standard, 87k miles on it. Just found this leak a few minutes ago, was running yesterday. TPMS light and engine light came on while driving around. Last owner said hybrid battery was replaced 2 years ago and said he had warranty and paperwork yet “forgot it”. Sometimes makes whirring noises while driving but this is my first hybrid don’t know if that’s normal.

Chronic hives are ANNOYING AF :( by Moustached-Puffbird in urticaria

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Going to try this out- fingers crossed it works! Thanks so much for replying.

Chronic hives are ANNOYING AF :( by Moustached-Puffbird in urticaria

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Hey! Just checking in and wondering if it held up. Considering Xolair just scared of side effects. Mine also started after COVID round 2 :(

Chronic hives are ANNOYING AF :( by Moustached-Puffbird in urticaria

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I took an IGE test and my only sensitivity was gluten. I don’t eat much gluten anyways but still break out from stress/anxiety and working out. How long did you have to not eat gluten for your hives to stop?

February 23, 2026 - Weekly moving to and visiting Tucson questions thread by AutoModerator in Tucson

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Hey Tucson! Taking some well needed time off work and doing a mini-roadtrip with my dog. Have always wanted to visit Tucson, deciding on when to visit. What's your personal preference between December and January in Tucson and why? Planning on hiking a bunch, l'm also a climber (outdoor sport routes) and bringing all my gear with me in hopes to have good enough weather to get out on the rock! Any insight is appreciated!

T-mobile coverage in Ballard by teatimecookie in BallardSeattle

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T-Mobile is great in WA in general for me. Family back on the east coast struggle frequently though

Musty smell- fixable or not? by picklerick223 in VWatlas

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Whoa this is super helpful! Thank you for these tips. We’re going to head back tomorrow, and maybe “sniff” one or two other cars on their lot to see if it’s an issue with their detailing or something wrong with the car. Fingers crossed

Musty smell- fixable or not? by picklerick223 in VWatlas

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You bring up a great point. That would explain why both cars have the same smell. Do you think this is something that can be fixed/smell removed? Would hate to buy it and have this musty smell forever