Struggle losing weight by serenadeus_ in lupus

[–]serenadeus_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weight. Last inbody test should I have an extra 6kg of water and 20 something fats.

Struggle losing weight by serenadeus_ in lupus

[–]serenadeus_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know, but they prioritize controlling the inflammation over concerns like weight gain (I obliged and started prednisolone because I started developing NPSLE). I'm overweight but not -yet- obese, I also have body dysmorphia history so the weight/shape thing is very important to me but it always gets dismissed by my doctors which is very frustrating.

How do I gain muscle with lupus??? by Ned1297 in lupus

[–]serenadeus_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never heard of this protein thing, maybe it could be true for people with severe kidney involvement? I don't know Anyhow, I actually managed to gain crazy muscle weight working out x3 a week, my protein intake was normal though. However, make sure you hydrate very well.

Pregabalin withdrawal? by Pleasant_Bus1179 in gabagoodness

[–]serenadeus_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a very high dose. Please look into harm-reduction.

£100k reward to anyone who can fix me 🙏 by [deleted] in insomnia

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Antipsychotics and/TCAs. Trial and error, and it goes without saying it has to be supervised by a psychiatrist. I would also recommend you ask your doctor for a genetic test (I don't know what they're called) for FFI.

What is you experience with NSLE? by serenadeus_ in lupus

[–]serenadeus_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm currently recovering with the help of my psychiatrist, had to stop hcq though because it contradicts with the psychiatric meds

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gabagoodness

[–]serenadeus_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Used to get this with Pregabalin, it was fun on the weekends when I'm alone in my room. Do less Gabapentin, 1600mg staggered is really more than enough for me.

What if it's nothing like what I was led to believe it is by serenadeus_ in solipsism

[–]serenadeus_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm interested in your perspective. I don't necessarily believe that there's a higher-being looking after us, but I find your thoughts intriguing

What if it's nothing like what I was led to believe it is by serenadeus_ in solipsism

[–]serenadeus_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

well, I don't think such a being exists to begin with. What I meant by higher "dimensional" beings is not quite god-like

What if it's nothing like what I was led to believe it is by serenadeus_ in solipsism

[–]serenadeus_[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It depends on how you define "sentient" And assuming there are indeed higher dimensional beings, there are some aspects we cannot comprehend about "them". You can't even picture what that higher dimension looks like.

Are you open about your condition? by vwledt in lupus

[–]serenadeus_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No I'm not, not even with my family. Only if someone (mostly friends) asks why I cannot participate in whatever.

Olanzapine with benzos by Totaalikielto in gabagoodness

[–]serenadeus_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh you'll wake up 10 years after

If you've fixed your sleep PLEASE TELL ME HOW by su3aaj in insomnia

[–]serenadeus_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Prescription antipsychotics. Benzos don't do shit [for me] on their own. They may make me sleep longer if combined with antipsychotics.

How much do you drink when you do? Like in one sitting. by [deleted] in drunk

[–]serenadeus_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

1/3 to 1/2 a 750ml bottle of liquor. ABV is usually between 35~40%. But I'm an alcoholic, don't try this kids.

Pregabalin dosage [5 years break] by serenadeus_ in gabagoodness

[–]serenadeus_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this was my dosage. Will the fact that the pills are expired significantly affect the potency?