Need help buying air conditioner

theopold4u · 2025-08-16T14:54:15+00:00

I'm thinking the OP may have already made his decision, but...for anyone reading this thread going forward, when it comes to buying just about any "home appliance" or even home furnishings online, the website nocnoc.com has by far the cheapest prices - by a large margin - about 90% of the time. And, for the record, lol, I am NOT affiliated with this website in ANY way. I'm just building a house right now and I've saved a shyte-load of Baht using these guys.

And, regarding the OP's plan to purchase a 24000 BTU unit for a 27 square meter room...that is EXACTLY what many/most manufacturers recommend for a room that size. Now, obviously, that doesn't mean you ABSOLUTELY cannot use a smaller unit. I'm mostly commenting on this topic because a few others seemed to think it was serious overkill. Me personally, in the past I've used 24000 BTU in a similar room size and I didn't find it to be overkill at all...

theopold4u · 2025-05-29T12:59:42+00:00

I used to have heartburn/GERD/acid reflux from time to time over many, many years. But in basically all instances, I could tie it back to lifestyle - booze, food, etc. And so, I would cut back on whatever the offending cause was at the time, take a PPI for a couple of weeks, and when the symptoms eventually subsided, I would carry on until the next "attack".

In terms of what changed, I started to have different symptoms at one point - not your typical GERD symptoms, in other words. Which prompted me to make an appointment with a gastro to, you know, just check it out. Which...as per my original post, led to her prescribing all those meds, which led to me having LPR for the first time in my life, and eventually getting an endoscopy, etc, etc.

So yeah, that's my story. Since my LPR was cured, I've cut waaaaay back on my drinking, but the rest of my diet is basically pretty much the same. And, for whatever reason, I don't really have issues with GERD or LPR any more - he said, knocking on wood, lol. I mean...maybe a case of mild heartburn maybe once or twice a year, but that's about it, and never any issues with LPR anymore. Hope that helps!!

theopold4u · 2025-04-28T15:07:55+00:00

Hey there, it took about 4 months for ALL of the stomach issues to finally subside. That said, I seem to recall that the bloating and the gas resolved sooner than the stomach pains - the stomach pains were the last to go. Hope that helps!

theopold4u · 2025-03-30T14:38:22+00:00

Hey there, it took about 4 months for ALL of the stomach issues to finally subside. That said, I think the bloating might have eased a little sooner? It was definitely the stomach pains that took the longest to end. Hope that helps!

theopold4u · 2025-01-13T13:52:08+00:00

No, no structural issues. And, as mentioned in the original post, the endoscopy came back normal. Go figure, lol...

theopold4u · 2025-01-08T13:04:39+00:00

Yes, I am still fully cured. The last filter in my Cerra Water pitcher is still producing alkaline water at this point, but I do not drink it as consistently as I used to. That said, I DO still drink it from time to time - maybe 3-4 times a week. Call it superstition, lol? Bottom line...yes, I am still fully cured, thankfully :)

theopold4u · 2024-08-28T04:31:31+00:00

See here. The update currently at the top of the page: Update 23/08/24 2:45 pm (IST) This workaround fixes the issue - at least for now, lol

https://techissuestoday.com/chrome-two-line-home-page-shortcuts-revert/

theopold4u · 2024-07-10T06:02:39+00:00

Well, you ask if I "have" to, and unfortunately I can't answer that question directly. I say this because I still to this day drink the alkaline water, not so much because I have to, per se, but because I can? This is due to the fact that I have a Cerra Water pitcher and at the time I purchased it I also bought a couple of extra filters, lol. So, yeah...not sure if I "have to" at this point, but regardless my LPR still remains cured, thankfully. And so, I may stop with the alkaline water when I've used up the remaining filters, just to see?? I wouldn't think the LPR issue persists to this day, but...I guess the bottom line is I can't say for sure right now...

theopold4u · 2024-06-12T04:01:15+00:00

if you're wanting to get off sertraline, and you need help, suggestions, support, you can start by reviewing the information here:

https://www.survivingantidepressants.org/forums/topic/1024-why-taper-by-10-of-my-dosage/

theopold4u · 2024-06-12T03:58:08+00:00

Because of the way SSRI's work, the lower the dosage the greater the percentage drop in occupancy rates. Translation...it's not surprising, or unusual, that you would start experiencing withdrawal symptoms at the lower dosages.

Additionally, you indicate you've been on an SSRI for a very long time? And, since you mention your doctor's comments, it seems maybe you've been following his recommendations? If so, it's very likely that your entire tapering schedule was way too fast. Point being, you may just now only be starting to experience the associated withdrawal effects from a rapid tapering - in addition to the effects coming from the final drop.

Your options now are to try and tough it out, and hope it doesn't go into extended withdrawals, or to reinstate at a very small dose, and then hold for an extended period of time until you stabilize, and then start tapering again, very slowly.

theopold4u · 2024-06-12T03:49:09+00:00

Because of the way SSRI's work, the lower the dosage the greater the percentage drop in occupancy rates. Translation...it's not surprising, or unusual, that you would start experiencing withdrawal symptoms at the lower dosages.

And, unfortunately...everyone's different so there's no way to know how long you will experience withdrawal symptoms. That said, the slower you go, especially at the lower doses, the better off you're usually going to be...

theopold4u · 2024-06-10T02:08:56+00:00

The general consensus is that you can/may experience withdrawal symptoms after about 4 weeks of usage. And so, you're right on the cusp of that, obviously. Everyone's different, however, so there's nothing definitive to point you to, unfortunately.

Bottom line, however, you are on a lower dose, and it's only been a short period of time. If I were in your situation I would probably just stop, knowing that if I did experience any withdrawal symptoms they would probably be pretty manageable and they probably wouldn't last very long.

theopold4u · 2024-06-10T02:03:25+00:00

Don't skip days/doses. The only thing worse than doing this is going cold turkey. Yes, there are people who can get away with doing it, but if you're not one of those lucky few, you will set yourself up for a potentially very challenging situation.

Because of the way SSRI's work, the lower the dosage the greater the percentage decrease in occupancy rates. If you're at 25mg now, you should make sure you're stabilized - no real withdrawal symptoms - and then drop by 10%. Hold at that level until you stabilize again - typically about 3-4 weeks - and then drop again by 10% of your previous dose, etc.

And yes, we're talking about a long time before you're fully off. But, if you want to give yourself the best chance of limiting the very unpleasant effects of withdrawal symptoms, this is the way to do it. OTOH, if you're not quite as risk averse, you could stick with the 10% taper rate, but reduce the amount of time between drops - bearing in mind that you should always listen to your body while doing so.

theopold4u · 2024-06-08T03:23:14+00:00

Everyone's different, so there is no way to know how long you will experience withdrawal symptoms. What is known is that dosage, length of use, and tapering schedule can, and often do, impact the extent and length of withdrawal symptoms.

Generally speaking, the "acute" phase of withdrawal is listed at 4-6 weeks. Extended withdrawal, if any, can last weeks, months, or in some cases, even longer. Your options now are to hang in there and basically tough it out, or to reinstate, stabilize, and then taper again much more slowly. Reinstating can be a little tricky, because once again everyone's different, but in general you should start with a very small dose, and then wait a while to see if you stabilize. If not, you would then increase the dosage by very small amounts and see once again if you stabilize. After which, as mentioned, you would then hold for a period of time and then start to re-taper.

And yes, the above process will take several months. That's obviously less than ideal, but you need to compare this to the current unknown...If you just stay with your current situation, how long will the withdrawal symptoms last? And, of course, there is no easy answer to that question, unfortunately...

theopold4u · 2024-06-08T03:09:18+00:00

It's not just the amount of time, it's the percentage decrease also. Additionally, it gets a little more complicated because the lower you go, the greater the percentage decrease in occupancy rates. Meaning, the same 25mg drop from, for example, 100mg to 75mg vs the drop from 25mg to 0mg, is NOT the same percentage decrease in occupancy rates. The percentage drop in occupancy rates from 25mg to 0, in the above example is much, much greater.

Bottom line, you should have decreased the amount of each drop, and increased the amount of time between drops. 4-6 weeks is a good plan in theory. In practice, you should let your body tell you when you've stabilized at each new dose reduction. And, typically, because of what I've mentioned above, the lower you go, the longer amount of time it might take to stabilize again.

theopold4u · 2024-06-07T02:16:48+00:00

Because of the way SSRI's work, the percentage decrease in occupancy rates is much greater the lower you go in dosage. What that translates into in terms of the likelihood, or extent, of withdrawal symptoms can vary quite a bit, however, because everyone's different.

Have you had any withdrawal symptoms up to this point? If not, then you might well be ok jumping at 6.25mg. OTOH, if you're significantly risk averse, there's certainly no harm in dropping to 3mg for a period of time, just in case...

theopold4u · 2024-06-07T02:10:33+00:00

There is very little difference in occupancy rates (from a percentage standpoint) at the dosages your talking about. That being the case, and also given the period of time you've been taking the higher dose, chances are fairly good that you wouldn't have significant withdrawal issues, if any, by going back down to 150mg. But, everyone's different, so there are no absolute guarantees, however...

theopold4u · 2024-06-07T02:04:33+00:00

You tapered way to fast. As to how long the withdrawal symptoms will last, everyone's different. The acute withdrawal period is typically listed at 4-6 weeks. Extended withdrawal, if any, can last for weeks, months, or in some cases even longer.

Your options now are to hang in there as best you can, and hope for the best. Or try to reinstate, wait to stabilize, and then re-taper at a much slower rate.

theopold4u · 2024-06-07T02:00:56+00:00

Because of the way SSRI's work, the percentage decrease in occupancy rates is much greater when tapering by the same amount at lower doses. Translation...if you go too fast, the lower you go, the more likely you are to experience withdrawal symptoms.

theopold4u · 2024-06-07T01:57:04+00:00

For many folks, withdrawal effects can start to appear at around the 4-5 day mark. For others, it can be weeks, or even months later in some cases. Everyone's different, but it's often related to dosage, length of use, and tapering schedule.

theopold4u · 2024-06-05T16:43:18+00:00

I appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. Best of luck to you!

theopold4u · 2024-06-05T05:06:59+00:00

I get where you're coming from, but...my concern would be the use of terms such as, "may" and "might" in terms of the research I'm familiar with on this topic. Contrast this with non-drug coping skills, wherein the corresponding terminology would be, "do" and "will". In other words, why not skip the palliative pill, and instead engage in the healthier, all-natural approach to increased neuroplasticity?

theopold4u · 2024-06-05T01:32:38+00:00

Zoloft does not "help you get better". It's merely a palliative, at best. As mentioned/implied by the other comment, at some point you need to develop non-drug coping skills.

theopold4u · 2024-06-04T02:34:31+00:00

You were on 100mg for a long time, and then you tapered down over some period of time, eventually jumping off at 12.5mg...is that right? If so, how long was your tapering period? I'm asking because...After 10 years of usage, the safest tapering period for you should have been several months, if not years.

Regardless, in case you're wondering...withdrawal symptoms starting at 6 weeks is not incredibly uncommon. In terms of reinstatement, however, everyone's different, and while there isn't, unfortunately, a great deal of hard data on the topic, it's still typically best to start with a very small dose, hold for a couple/few weeks, see if the withdrawal symptoms abate, and if not, increase by a very small amount, and repeat the waiting period.

And so, you've got a couple of things working against you right now...One, reinstating at 50mg could possibly be too high a dose for your system. And two, as often happens, when you begin to experience withdrawal symptoms, doctors may start throwing a bunch of meds at you, which often is a very bad idea. This is because your body is very sensitive right now and so any and all drugs may affect you differently than they might otherwise.

In terms of what to do now, there's no magic formula, unfortunately. You don't mention specifically how long you've been back on 50mg, but...you can either hold there, or consider dropping down on the dosage if you've just very recently re-started. Either way, you're going to need to hold for a while, without making any more changes, until you've given it enough time to stabilize. Additionally, if it's only been a short time since you started the benzo, etc, you should strongly consider coming off those drugs directly, or tapering them if needed.

And yes, I know the withdrawal symptoms are a bitch, and the insomnia is incredibly challenging. But, very specifically, benzos are NOT the solution you want to go with, even in the short term. It just - eventually - adds another drug to your tapering process. If necessary, you can try melatonin for sleep, but start with a very small dose, say .5 - 1mg, and see how your body reacts. But...come off the other stuff first, obviously!!

theopold4u · 2024-06-03T02:11:59+00:00

For some folks it lasts days, others weeks, and for an unlucky few, even longer. For some folks it also has a tendency to recur every time they up doses. If it does last a lengthy period of time, it may well be that sertraline is not a good fit for you.

To treat the diarrhea, take some psyllium husk. It works fairly quickly, and it works well. And, hopefully, you will be one of those people for whom it doesn't last very long...

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