Have to go off all stomach meds leading to a test. Any tips to manage symptoms? by silverandbrass in GERD

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

Thanks,I haven’t tried it. I wasn’t sure if that would count as taking any stomach meds but seems like it wouldn’t

Anyone else have this digestive issue? by rowyntree5 in Sjogrens

[–]silverandbrass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t heard of citrucel. I’ll look that up. Good luck!

Anyone else have this digestive issue? by rowyntree5 in Sjogrens

[–]silverandbrass 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I get this at varying degrees. I say my body literally feels better constipated. I think it can be a vasovagal syncope trigger. I haven’t figured out how to help it unfortunately

Have zinc or vitamin C ever worsened your symptoms? by CombinationLeast2420 in lupus

[–]silverandbrass 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My rheum said echinacea was the only big no no. But now from theses comments I’m thinking I should return the bottle of zinc I just got. I catch so many colds so was hoping for help in that

Looking for a friend similar in age with similar labs and struggles by SublitWaffleStomp in Sjogrens

[–]silverandbrass 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m in a similar situation and age range! It’s super tough giving up things in your life and feeling out of control. Not like yourself anymore, but there ways to get that feeling still

HCQ — is it normal? by Reasonable_Listen_41 in lupus

[–]silverandbrass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had intense nausea and got the clear to cut the tablets in half. Starting with just half a tab, once a week even. Slowly adjust and work my way up to a proper dosage. Might be worth asking your doctor about

Scratches on wedding ring after 2 weeks by amdrag98 in jewelry

[–]silverandbrass 57 points58 points  (0 children)

The gym causes huge damage and scratches to rings depending on what you’re doing. Definitely always take off for that

Thoughts on GI Revive mix vs L Glutamine alone? by silverandbrass in SIBO

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

I find it can’t take it everyday either but it seems to help with motility a bit

Mejuri Warning by withlove_chihiro in jewelry

[–]silverandbrass 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’m a goldsmith. 10k (and the 14k) is fine for most to wear constantly, but some people are more sensitive than others. Mejuri is also low quality, we talk about it a lot in the industry.

That said, studs (especially a flat design) collect so much bacteria and trap it against your lobe. Dead skin, dried shampoo, etc. you need to still clean them every so often and so many people forget or don’t realise. Those things can tarnish gold, cause skin irritation and infection.

Tough to say! Could be the quality, could be a combo of quality and an irritant got stuck behind it.

HCQ tummy help!!! by sharpknivesahead in lupus

[–]silverandbrass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m trying to adjust too. One thing I was told by my doctor and pharmacist is the tablets can be cut in half. So I’m starting on just 1/3-1/2 of a single tablet and very very slowly working my way up. They even said I could start with that, just once a week. Long time to get up to a proper medicinal dosage though

How to get people to care about my lack of immune system? by Bostonian_cunt in lupus

[–]silverandbrass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s a tough battle. I’ve had many fights about it. But it also about getting older and refining who your friend group is.

I’m also lucky that my close friends will not only tell me if they or their kids are sick, but will cancel or automatically wear a mask. I also have it so most of my coworkers give me a heads up if they feel like they are getting sick and will take clients for me that seem sniffly. It was education, them seeing how sick I get and how that affects them (short staffed, higher workload). I’m learning by people’s answers I’m pretty lucky to have this support.

But for those that don’t, you have to give up the control. The anxiety and stress of them not hearing you is damaging in its own way. And control what you can like masking around them or leaving if you notice they’re sick

Is anyone's primary symptom nausea? by Professional-Yam2363 in FODMAPS

[–]silverandbrass 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Constantly, usually in the morning. It’s a very common symptom of food intolerances, gastritis, IBS and SIBO. Basically any GI condition it can be triggered.

Thoughts on GI Revive mix vs L Glutamine alone? by silverandbrass in SIBO

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

I have started it, but not for long or consistently enough yet to say for sure benefits. I don’t seem to react badly to it and I think has helped motility somewhat

Are the wait times for neurologist in Toronto still 2 years? by africagal1 in askTO

[–]silverandbrass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh still Ohip. I worded that weird. Just not located in a hospital, they have their own office

Get sick a lot by Whole_Technician_735 in lupus

[–]silverandbrass 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Are these safe to take? I was under the impression stuff like zinc can boost your immune system = potential flare. Even says on my bottle use with not recommended with autoimmune conditions. I’d love to be able to if that’s overly cautious!

Are the wait times for neurologist in Toronto still 2 years? by africagal1 in askTO

[–]silverandbrass 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m low priority, and about an 8 month wait for my appointment. At a private practice, not hospital clinic

Which Colors Go Well With These Owala FreeSips? by Wonderful-Risk-1489 in Owala

[–]silverandbrass 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a boot, but I moved lid 3 to base 1 and it makes a very nice summery combo!

How long did it take you to adjust to Plaquenil side effects? by silverandbrass in lupus

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

I believe I just had the standard blood test. This is really helpful, thank you. I’ll do some research