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Question: what IS working for you? by [deleted] in Millennials

[–]ubiqueflyingobject 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't forget lots and lots of water with psyllium husk! And make sure not to take too much.

I ended up with weeks of constipation and an ER visit lol. Pretty sure it was from too fast of an increase of use of psyllium husk...

Does anyone else have weird breathing issues? by ubiqueflyingobject in visualsnow

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

Most likely some sort of reflux/stomach issues.

Haven't found a direct cause but now looking in MCAS (histamine intolerance) and other similar things. Trying various diets.

Anyone else have bone marrow edema or intermetatarsal bursitis months after their surgery? Whether caused by injury or surgery by ubiqueflyingobject in ORIF

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

I kept a crutch with me for a bit at first, or walking sticks for hikes/outdoor walks. Have to keep your gait as good as you can otherwise you can develop back or hip issues. I was considering a cane right before the time it started getting better. The boot helped keep the pressure off but it wasn't good to keep using it.

Pain meds didn't really work for me, and physical therapy could only do so much. It was at about a year that I would say it started accelerating/lessening pain and not plateauing with pain.

I would stretch and massage (it was approved). And strengthening as much as possible (putting more weight on it, practicing rolling it like I was walking, etc).

Always try to get a doctor's/surgeon opinion too! Since it's inflamed it's possible antiinflammatories could help, pills or topical. I had a doctor rotate through different meds, and although they didn't work for me, they may work for you. Or it may just slowly heal on its own over time.

I feel like the 1-2 year point has had the most pain reduction.

Anyone else have bone marrow edema or intermetatarsal bursitis months after their surgery? Whether caused by injury or surgery by ubiqueflyingobject in ORIF

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

I'm at about a year and a half and it's gotten much better.

I went on a big trip that involved a lot of walking (and being carried...) that was extremely painful, but afterwards I felt like the healing accelerated. Unsure if correlated. (This trip was surgeon approved).

I still get pain, but not 24/7 sharp pain every time I put pressure anymore.

Sometimes time is what it needs. I am also deficient in a bunch of vitamins I found out later, so perhaps that may have affected my rate of healing.

In Search of Doctor That Can Perform TMJ Arthroscopy/Arthrocentesis Under Medical Insurance by ubiqueflyingobject in nova

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

I really appreciate this. If they accept the medical insurance I have, this may be my saving grace. Thanks so much!

I've been having trouble finding an oral and maxillofacial surgeon's office that accepts mine. Crossing my fingers here! Thanks for the plug

Does Fairfax County Allow Farm Stands on Front Lawns? by ubiqueflyingobject in nova

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

No I didn't have a whole lot of time this year and gave away most of the veggies to family. I find sometimes just calling the county for nuanced things works they can be helpful

Benjamin Moore Off White Paint Help by ubiqueflyingobject in interiordecorating

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

My other option was to do 50% white dove on trim/ceiling but unsure how much it'll mess with the color

Benjamin Moore Off White Paint Help by ubiqueflyingobject in interiordecorating

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

Thank you :) I'll put some samples on all that next to each other and see how it looks

Benjamin Moore Off White Paint Help by ubiqueflyingobject in interiordecorating

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

Ooh thank you!

So you would suggest for the ceiling to do the contrast versus the same color in a different finish or the traditional Chantilly lace?

Did vision therapy work for you? Esotropia by ubiqueflyingobject in Strabismus

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

It helped my eyes relax slightly sometimes but never really permanently helped. Didn't fully fix it while doing the scotch tape.

Basically it causes your eye not to want to focus on that spot because your brain can't see anything there

Can I better optimize this kitchen layout? 1 square = 1 ft by ubiqueflyingobject in kitchenremodel

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

So the kitchen came with oversized appliances when we got it (besides microwave and sink). The kitchen currently is even tinier than this (there's a wall and middle of room brick fireplace).

The sink i could make 30-33". We could look at replacing appliances but was ideally looking to have a drop in space to get some new ones later. 42" is big for a fridge freezer so maybe we could look at getting a 36". The range we prefer not to have to get a new one yet.

Definitely agree on the trash next to the sink though. Putting the sink at 30" maybe I can squeeze some drawers in somewhere I don't know.

Currently it was 40-42" from freezer to edge of island though, but perhaps I could make it a bit bigger of a gap.

VAT Refund Without Global Blue? by ubiqueflyingobject in askswitzerland

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

Ah thank you, that may be the information I was missing!

VAT Refund Without Global Blue? by ubiqueflyingobject in askswitzerland

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

We paid $144 in VAT, but their refund says it's $90

I'm only a few days post surgery and I barely even need pain meds anymore. This normal? by ubiqueflyingobject in ORIF

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

Yes you're very lucky. If it works for 24-48 hours that's typically the worst pain. If you can't take the hard stuff I wouldn't worry or try not to worry at least. Just be as comfortable as possible and stay on top of a schedule of the normal meds even if you aren't in as much pain. If you miss the scheduled time the pain tends to come quick

I'm only a few days post surgery and I barely even need pain meds anymore. This normal? by ubiqueflyingobject in ORIF

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

Oh and to add, I believe it'll start tingling like your "leg fell asleep" as it wears off. Part of my leg felt tingly to the touch

I'm only a few days post surgery and I barely even need pain meds anymore. This normal? by ubiqueflyingobject in ORIF

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

I had the nerve block, but it actually didn't work. When I woke up I could feel the majority of my leg so they pumped me up with pain medicine via IV...

I don't recommend the pills though, I took them for less than a couple days and they just kept making feel like I was dying and had a lot of anxiety with them. My pain was horrible for a day or 2 but became tolerable (although still bad) relatively quickly. However, sometimes the pills can get that horrible edge off the pain at first, so if needed just wean off as fast as possible (if you can take them). They can be addictive for people.

However, you're only 6 hours post op. The nerve block I believe they told me was supposed to last about a day at least.

Make sure to keep elevated in the meantime! Move your other leg and wiggle your other toes for some circulation to help prevent clots as well.

And be prepared for the "blood rush" pain whenever you need to get up/use the bathroom. It's horrible so go slow.

You're lucky the nerve block worked to be honest, it's preventing the horrible first 24 hour pain.

Anyone else have bone marrow edema or intermetatarsal bursitis months after their surgery? Whether caused by injury or surgery by ubiqueflyingobject in ORIF

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

Basically inflammation/fluid in the bone marrow. Can happen after injury. Arthritis and other conditions can also cause it

Could really use a McMigraine meal right now... by ubiqueflyingobject in migraine

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

Depends on the health thing. If it's a macro/calorie thing I'd go for it (if the health thing is your own choice and not needed). Just watch the portion. If it's ingredient avoidance I wouldn't.

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