Kate Price27 said:🙂 Man, if only we all had fast metabolisms like that... I'm really glad things are looking up for you, though I hope there isn't anything actually wrong health-wise.
I honestly thought it might be a diet, because I went through something similar with a super strict regimen about a year ago... 🙂
No, wait—I meant the health of those friends who were dieting. Being overweight isn't great for your heart or your arteries... For me, back when I had that incredibly stressful, high-pressure job six months ago, I dropped down to about 120 pounds. Not only did I look terrible—just pale and washed out—but I felt awful too. I was eating plenty, but it didn't matter when you're working nine-hour shifts on your feet, running all over the city in heels... My sweet spot is around 130 pounds, and I'll probably hit that eventually... though once I get pregnant, even that will feel like too much. 😉 Please, don't go doing any more extreme diets; it's seriously dangerous for your body! Missing a period is just one small part of all the other issues intense dieting causes. Some of my friends were doing this crazy zero-carb thing... to this day, I have no idea how they didn't pass out. Just imagine cutting carbs out completely when you were overdoing them just yesterday. It’s much better to ease into it... maybe start by cutting back on bread, then gradually reduce carbs over time instead of doing what they did...
Kate Price27 said:Girl, are you maybe on some crazy strict diet???? +stress
Go grab some chocolate right now, and don't let me hear another word about diets!!!!🧐 🙂
First off, I started my period this morning 😍 . This might sound a little mean, but I’ve honestly never been on a diet in my life—if anything, I’m always trying to gain weight and just can't seem to do it. I'm 5'6" and about 123 lbs, and I can definitely tell that putting on a few more pounds would look good on me. I've tried chocolate, pastries, eating later at night... nothing works. I eat pasta and all sorts of high-calorie stuff, but my weight stays exactly the same. Honestly, gaining weight feels way harder than losing it. All my friends who decided to slim down actually succeeded because they were incredibly persistent and disciplined. They really needed the diet because they had let themselves go and gained quite a bit. Now they're much happier with themselves and have such a positive vibe. It was really about their health...☕
Kimberly Davis52 said:Your period is a month late, you haven't even taken a pregnancy test despite being sexually active, and somehow you think going to the doctor is a bad idea.
I’m trying to find a polite way to tell you that maybe it's not just your cycle that's acting up, but your common sense too, but I'm coming up empty... 😢
1. If I make sure there isn't a single air bubble left when I put a condom on, the chances of it breaking are slim to none. Every time we've been intimate, the condom looked perfectly fine, and you can definitely tell when that's the case. 2. I actually went to my OB-GYN recently and everything came back totally normal, including my Pap smear. A year ago, my period was about two weeks late, and my doctor just told me, "The ultrasound looks great, it'll show up soon." That's why I'm just waiting it out instead of rushing back in... 3. Look, we can't all be geniuses like you. You're clearly the smartest person here, since you feel comfortable calling everyone else an idiot without even reading their posts properly...
I think I’m starting to lose my mind too—my period is already a month late. As far as I know, we’ve always been super careful with protection, so nothing has ever broken. It feels a little silly to run back to the gynecologist since I just had a full checkup two months ago... ultrasound, Pap smear, everything came back perfect. I’m trying really hard not to freak out. I get these cramps like my period is right around the corner, but then all those PMS symptoms just vanish out of nowhere. It’s been doing that for days now. A friend is nudging me to just go grab a pregnancy test... seeing other people going through the exact same thing makes me feel a bit less alone. My cycle is usually a little unpredictable, but never a whole month late. I haven't been stressed out, and I haven't lost any weight either; if anything, I've put on a few pounds because I've been sitting at my desk studying so much. I honestly have no clue what's going on. Hopefully, it shows up soon... 🙄
John Barrett45 said:For a few weeks now, I've been getting this weird sensation, almost like someone is holding a finger against my temple (just on the right side). It isn't exactly painful, but the feeling is starting to really get under my skin... It’s interesting because it mostly happens when I’m totally relaxed (like when I’m eating or chatting, it just disappears) and whenever I’m wearing glasses (doesn't matter if they're sunglasses or prescription) Whenever I feel that pressure building up, all I have to do is press my finger against my temple and it goes away.
Has anyone else dealt with a similar "issue," and how did you fix it?
Thanks!
I used to deal with this all the time—now it happens less often, just every once in a while... and I'm pretty sure it's tied to my blood pressure. Mine tends to run quite low, and I’m terrible about staying hydrated... I usually only drink about a liter a day, which definitely isn't enough. On those days where I actually make an effort to drink plenty of fluids (around 2 liters), these symptoms don't happen at all. I even end up feeling better, more energetic, and more active... plus, no headaches. 🙂
Edward Sanchez74 said:I have been wrestling with this exact same issue for two weeks now; when I stumbled upon this thread, I genuinely couldn't remember if I was the one who had originally started it.🙂 My doctor suggested it might be stemming from my cervical spine, and while I’ve been issued a referral to see a neurologist, I simply haven't found the time to make the appointment. It feels rather dull, though I suppose one eventually grows accustomed to such sensations after a while. Given how many people are coming down with things lately, there is always the possibility it could be a virus.🙂 For those of you already following the "elbow therapy" regimen, how long did it take before you felt any actual relief?
A neurologist?? It feels like these general practitioners are just itching to write a referral so they don't have to deal with the questions themselves... and I doubt most of them even know what cubital tunnel syndrome is or what causes it. It's strictly about that nerve in your elbow being positioned in a way that makes it super easy to irritate, which then causes numbness in your ring and pinky fingers. I know it technically falls under neurology, but you can totally manage it without a doctor. As soon as I started stretching my arm more and making sure I wasn't keeping it bent at a sharp angle... things improved. After about a month and a half or two, the issues were gone. There are tons of people dealing with this, and usually, it's just work-related. Exercise really does wonders. I actually have some spinal issues myself, and swimming helps me out a lot. Just a tip: never lean your elbow on the desk while you're typing, because that's exactly how I ended up in this mess...
Keith Wells6 said:Does anyone have a lead on what might be causing this? Apparently, some online sources point to numbness in the thumb, index, and middle finger as "Carpal Tunnel Syndrome"—but in my case, it’s just the pinky and the ring finger—so that doesn't seem to fit.
I know exactly what you're going through... I actually managed to fix the numbness in my pinky and ring finger just by paying more attention to my elbow and tweaking a few habits. Basically, whenever I was typing (on the 😬 forum) at my computer, I’d constantly bump my elbow against the desk, hitting a nerve that would trigger that tingling sensation in those two fingers... I started spending less time glued to the screen, made sure to stretch out more, and... it just went away. That's usually called Cubital Tunnel Syndrome... if the symptoms don't clear up on their own, you might need physical therapy or even surgery. But most of the time, you can resolve it just like I did by being mindful. Good luck...
Douglas King62 said:Can someone please point me toward a good maxillofacial surgeon? I’ve heard some things about the local suburb and prof. Uglešić, but I’m wondering if I need to book a specific appointment or if I can just show up during his regular hours? I don't live in Washington, D.C., so traveling is a bit of a hassle. Also, if anyone here has dealt with cysts or tumors in the upper jaw area, please let me know!
I have a bit of experience there... prof. Uglešić performed a procedure on me once and it was very successful. The best medical team is definitely located at the suburb hospital; that's where I went based on a recommendation. I'm not entirely sure how the scheduling works because I saw him through a doctor I personally know, but I'd assume it's best to call the hospital and ask when prof. Uglešić is on duty, then head in then. I also want to mention that Mr. Lukšić is great, he often operates alongside him too... 👍
Douglas Price5 said:So, would those birth control pills actually help guys if they're dealing with acne issues too?
🤣 Well, maybe, but you might end up with slightly larger breasts (not a ton), and your body hair would definitely slow down... plus your voice might get a little higher. But hey, maybe the acne would clear up, who knows? Just kidding... definitely don't try that!
gentlepanther10 said:Yeah, and on top of that, it’s totally possible for acne to be caused by your mental state in the first place!
I’ve realized that my skin is just super sensitive, and honestly, all that heavy chemical stuff (the same ingredients everyone else keeps mentioning here) actually makes things worse for me. So, I decided to just let nature take its course, and after two months of doing nothing, my skin was totally clear! All those products just strip your skin dry because they're trying to suck the moisture right out of the pimples! And the more you dry out that top layer, the more the layer underneath starts pumping out oil to compensate. Your skin is supposed to be oily enough to protect itself from everything—sun, wind, the cold, whatever! It produces oil specifically to shield itself from those elements. Then you sweat, the skin pumps out sebum, and you're stuck dealing with all the pollutants in the air, fungi, bacteria, etc., all day long... The key is cleaning your face naturally at night: just use water and a really mild soap! That way, you wash away the excess oil and sweat (which is salty and irritating!) along with all the grime you picked up during the day. It keeps your pores clean and empty so your skin can actually "breathe" again.
And if anyone doesn't believe me, try taking a white cotton pad when you get home tonight and wipe your face—you'll see what I mean!
I used to make my three kids wash their faces every single night—because let's face it, teenagers can be pretty lazy and messy—😉 and not one of them ever broke out!
Look, I feel for you guys, I really do. I know exactly how hard it is. Just try this natural approach for maybe four weeks and let me know how it goes. 😉
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Look, in my extended family, my cousin's mom dealt with acne for about ten years, and now all her kids struggle with it... especially one cousin who gets really bad, inflamed breakouts. I don't think washing her face at night would have changed much... it's just genetics and that teenage predisposition. Of course, washing up is a must—basic hygiene is key—but your kids might not even get acne if they didn't wash their faces at all. It’s all about hormones; acne is basically just a sign that androgens are working overtime! You might be able to soothe things a little naturally (like chamomile steam, for instance), but it won't make major acne disappear... not if it's a serious issue. I know people who had to go on antibiotics just to manage. On the flip side, I knew a girl who found acupuncture really helpful! Personally, birth control worked for me... but since we're talking about a guy here, I can tell him that out of all the stuff I tried, Anthony was the only thing that actually helped a bit. It's pretty tough going at first, though... it irritates your skin and burns like crazy until you build up a tolerance. I started with a 5% strength as my doctor suggested, and then moved up to 10% once my skin finally got used to it. Just keep in mind, those are all ways to treat the symptoms, not the actual cause...
Here is some info on Anthony (they don't make it under that name anymore!) If you're in San Jose, you can head to the Curkovic pharmacy over on 5th Avenue to find the replacement for Anthony, which is called Akneroksid.
Benzoyl Peroxide (PanOxyl gel) is one of those classic treatments, and my dermatologist actually recommended it to me back in the day. It definitely helped more than other stuff I tried... but it didn't quite solve the whole problem for me. I struggled with acne from when I was about 10 until I turned 18... honestly, I felt so self-conscious about it because they were so red and obvious... my whole face was just covered. They didn't really start clearing up until I started taking Diane-35, which I was prescribed due to some issues with my ovaries (it's an oral contraceptive), and things finally began to recede... then I switched to a lower dose, Yasmin, and I can honestly say they completely cleared up after two years of taking it. I don't have a single pimple left, nor any scars to show they were ever there. However, I did notice that when I stopped the Diane and took a year-long break, they came back—not exactly the same way, but quite a bit. But once I stayed on the Yasmin, they vanished completely! I'm so happy about it. It was clearly the only thing that worked for me, since changing my diet didn't make much of a difference (even though I cut out as much sugar as possible and tried to eat a super diverse, healthy diet)...
Benzoyl Peroxide (PanOxyl gel) is one of those classic treatments, and my dermatologist actually suggested it to me. It definitely worked better than most other things I tried... but it didn't quite solve the whole issue for me. I struggled with acne from the age of 10 all the way through 18... and honestly, I felt so self-conscious about it because they were so red and noticeable... my whole face was just covered. They didn't really start clearing up until I began taking Diane-35 (an oral contraceptive) for my ovaries, and then things finally started to recede... later on, I switched to a lower dose, Yasmin, and I can honestly say that after two years of using it, they vanished completely! I don't have a single pimple left, nor even a trace that they were ever there. However, I did notice that when I stopped the Diane and took a year-long break, they came back—not quite as bad, but still quite a bit. But once I stayed on the Yasmin, they disappeared for good! I'm so happy about it. It was clearly necessary for me since changing my diet didn't help much (even though I cut out as much sugar as possible and tried to eat a super diverse, healthy diet)...
Benzoyl Peroxide (PanOxyl gel) is one of those classic treatments, and my dermatologist actually recommended it to me. It definitely worked better than most other things I tried... but it still didn't solve everything for me. My acne followed me constantly from age 10 through 18... I honestly felt so self-conscious about it because they were so red and obvious... my whole face was just covered. They didn't finally start clearing up until I started taking Diane 35, which I needed for my ovaries anyway (an oral contraceptive), and then they began to recede... later, I switched to a lower dose, Yasmin, and I can honestly say that after two years of taking it, they completely vanished. I don't have a single pimple left, nor any scars to show they were ever there. However, I did notice that when I stopped the Diane and took a year-long break, they came back—not quite as bad, but still pretty noticeable. But once I stayed on Yasmin, they disappeared for good! I'm so relieved. It was clearly necessary for me since changing my diet didn't help much at all (even though I cut out as much sugar as possible and focused on eating a diverse, healthy diet)...
Benzoyl Peroxide (PanOxyl gel) is one of those classic treatments, and my dermatologist actually suggested it to me. It definitely worked better than most other things I tried... but it still didn't solve the underlying issue... I struggled with acne from the age of 10 all the way through 18... and honestly, I felt so self-conscious about it because they were so red and obvious... just covering my entire face. They didn't finally start clearing up until I began taking Diane-35 (an oral contraceptive) due to some issues with my ovaries, and then things started to recede... later, I switched to a lower dose—Yasmin—and I can tell you that after two years of taking it, they completely vanished. I don't have a single pimple left, nor even a trace that they were ever there. However, I did notice that when I stopped the Diane and took a year-long break, they came back—not quite as bad, but still a lot. But once I stayed on Yasmin, they disappeared for good! I’m so happy about it. It was clearly necessary for me since changing my diet didn't help much (even though I cut out as much sugar as possible and focused on eating a diverse, healthy diet)...
Eric Nelson said:I’m asking because I really need to drop about 10 pounds quickly just for my own peace of mind. Mentally, I feel ready to go, but I’m mostly wondering if it’s actually worth it or if I’m just going to pass out from vitamin deficiencies or something...
Honestly, please don't try that. It isn't healthy at all. Your body is used to its current routine, and you really shouldn't think it's a good idea to just cut everything out overnight. No, definitely not. There are much smarter ways to lose weight... maybe try cutting back on bread and sweets, eating more fruits and veggies, and staying hydrated—aim for at least 8 glasses of water a day. Seriously, whatever you just described, please don't do it...
Have you checked your magnesium levels lately? A deficiency can really mess with your heart... it often causes palpitations and arrhythmias. Honestly, my best guess is that it’s either a magnesium issue or maybe iron...
🙂 I used to love reading her posts so much; her username was actually one of my absolute favorites on here... It’s such a shame I never got to know her personally, because she truly seemed like such an incredible person and a fighter 👍 I'm trying to look at this from a different perspective... thinking about how there's one more warrior up in heaven now, someone who finally doesn't have to deal with any more pain. Someone who isn't struggling anymore and is finally in a 'well-deserved' place, in paradise. She's probably smiling away, enjoying how beautiful it is up there and proudly bragging about becoming a favorite of the heavens 🙂