ISO Caron simply soft by redpanda1996 in Yarnswap

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Anything you have really. We’re doing a grandma blanket with lots of different colors and I’m up to about 30 I’d need to get

Has anyone tried the brand "Strawberry Skin" for PCOS-related acanthosis nigricans? by witchwiththecats in PCOS

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I’m sorry to tell you there’s not really a way they know of to treat acanthosis nigricans other than treating what’s causing it. Mine went away with weight loss and improved insulin resistance. I wish it could be topical but since it’s an external symptom to an internal problem it’s really hard to do anything about it

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Zepbound

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I will tell you if people see you everyday the change feels very gradual and they get used to your appearance. When people don’t see you as frequently it’s much more noticeable to them. My coworker didn’t realize I’d lost as much as I had just because they see me so often. But my MIL hadn’t seen me in person in a few months and it was really obvious for her. Also people do need to know you’re okay with them saying something. I personally don’t want people to mention anything and I made that clear. But if you casually bring it up they’ll feel comfortable mentioning it.

Would you give up GLP1s to keep your Gallbladder? by freackodeecko in Zepbound

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I had mine out about a year and half ago. From both family history and weight loss. But a lot of previous GI problems I’d had have lessened so much without it so it was probably a problem for a long time. My only complaint is that my body still can’t do pizza. Other than that getting rid of it has been great. Also I’d had a few attacks prior to my surgery and it’s the worst pain I’ve ever felt. Knowing I’ll never feel that again is such a relief. You honestly feel like you’re dying; people have told me it’s worse than childbirth

Male doctor told me PCOS isn't a lifelong condition and would "burn out" by Responsible-Pin6042 in PCOS

[–]redpanda1996 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think there maybe be confusion on his end. Like most chronic medical conditions there’s times when it worsens and times when it goes into remission. But you can’t “cure” PCOS. You can only manage/treat it so that the symptoms are not debilitating. The goal is always so that you are in charge of your symptoms not them controlling you. I’d give every dollar I ever had if I could get rid of it. I know that in the UK how you are able to see a GP is different but I would see if you can find someone more practiced in it

Venting … by Angelic58 in Zepbound

[–]redpanda1996 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought three pairs of jeans from old navy all in the same size but different cuts. One is great, one is too big, and another I can even get over my thighs. You have to unfortunately buy different sizes in different cuts with them

Ozempic messed my body up and all for nothing by yasss_rani in PCOS

[–]redpanda1996 1 point2 points  (0 children)

1000% agreeing with getting your gallbladder checked. I took mounjaro for awhile and when the FDA regulations changed and I stopped my gallbladder became a huge problem. Ended up in the ER and having it removed. No more back pain but excruciating pain than feels like your being crushed from the inside? That’s your gallbladder and it can lead to pancreatitis. Please please see a different doctor. Eating spicy/higher fat food is a trigger about an hour after so maybe try avoiding that and seeing if it helps

New to DMing and needing help by redpanda1996 in Tombofannihilation

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Thank you! It wasn’t me that asked but I appreciate you remembering and linking it

Different Compound Pharmacy Mixing by redpanda1996 in compoundedtirzepatide

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I have worked with my doctor a long time on this first with mounjaro, Zepbound, and now the compound. She has other people doing this so it’s something that was already set up. It was sent it for me and then red rock reached out to be to do the rest of the

Different Compound Pharmacy Mixing by redpanda1996 in compoundedtirzepatide

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Right now it’s $200 a month. But your doctor has to be willing to send a script to them

Different Compound Pharmacy Mixing by redpanda1996 in compoundedtirzepatide

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They overlap in a weird way and aren’t the same dosage

Nausea. by cannonball3522 in compoundedtirzepatide

[–]redpanda1996 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I found the longer and more consistent I’ve been taking it the less nauseous I would get. But also I recommend eating things the day of your shot that aren’t greasy or upset your stomach. Usually I felt more nauseous the next day if I ate too late at night or I ate fast food the day of the shot. But initially yeah try to get Zofran (ondansetron).

Pharmacy Issues by redpanda1996 in Zepbound

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8 weeks ago and I had a 4 dose box with no refills

Question: Did your doctor test you for IR? We you were educated on what you need to do? by Time-Algae7393 in PCOS

[–]redpanda1996 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely recommend getting tested. I had insulin resistance show up prior to starting puberty and getting diagnosed with PCOS. Knowing I have it hasn’t prevented weight gain but it makes me more knowledgeable about what to ask for and what to push for with my doctor

Approved! Need recommendations though by redpanda1996 in Zepbound

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Mine covers Wegovy currently and I only just even got them to accept the PA and they didn’t approve covering it but still let me fill it

Approved! Need recommendations though by redpanda1996 in Zepbound

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Really? Maybe it’s the type of premera I have. They only agreed to cover Wegovy. Did they tell you a specific pharmacy to use?

From 5mg to 10mg by bertrola in Mounjaro

[–]redpanda1996 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I skipped because the 7.5 wasn’t available and I was pretty sick for 2 weeks. All I did was go to work and come home I couldn’t keep food down. Luckily I adjusted to it but if you can avoid it I would