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2024.05.15 04:53 Adventurous_West4548 3 Months Out Problems
I’m so regret getting this surgery right now. I’m 3 months out, and at my last visit the Dr said I’m completely released, but I feel like I have a constant sprained ankle, all my muscles and tendons are stiff and painful and the Dr / nurse won’t answer me in the portal about getting PT or what stretches to do to help. No PT was ever ordered. The ball of my foot is also protruding. I’m not sure if it’s swelling or if it’s the bone. But my toe does not rest on the ground. It causes me to limp and it’s very uncomfortable/painful at the ball of my foot. Their only response was to get an orthotic insert on Amazon. This is a Vanderbilt doctor and I had better expectations. Anyone have any advice? Similar experiences?
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2024.05.15 04:50 fhfhdj Bloodied Blades: Volra’s Tale Part 14 A story inspired by WorldBox
Chips of rock flew away, taking the weapon’s edge with them. Ginendertha cursed the fact right before knocking away a spear thrust. For the first time in centuries she was well matched. For the first time, she could actually lose.
The thought of losing spurred her on, taking each of his strikes in stride. Realizing he had the greater strength, she weaved around them trying to make his spear obsolete.
Yet he recognized this and backed off. Every time she slid closer, he moved further away and jabbed at the woman. Packing more power to his attacks each time.
His surging thrust knocked her off balance, this time making her back away from his reach but he suddenly became as fast as her and flew at her with a leopard’s speed. The ax dropped from her numbing fingers, deftly snatching it with her other hand.
Blood flowed from her leg. She had forgotten the fact as she was still adjusting to her new body and became evident when she tried to move again. The longer she stayed in control the more she felt her wounds and fatigue. Not having a body in many years made it feel as new to her as if she had been a newborn.
Before his spear could connect with her flesh, a sonic boom blasted them both from their feet and crash down onto the cold, hard floor. ‘Why was it cold?’, she would’ve thought if she had the time. Pain flooded her leg. A single nudge brought down the dam she built in her mind.
Galakni got up quickly. He strained his eyes to see better in the dark but the darkness was impenetrable. Then he closed them and trained his ears to his surroundings. Apart from his opponent’s heavy breathing, there was the faint whistle of the wind indicating the way out and the withering tree that had not so long ago ascended him to godhood. There was a second voice, this one a shadow of the woman that it had been. This one breathed as heavily as Volra, but more out of hate than exhaustion.
Volra’s body was reaching its limit. Her muscles, already worn out from the constant fighting, pulsed from Galakni’s heavy pounding and cuts and scrapes from the many rocks in the floor. Ginendertha moved one arm and struggled against the overwhelming clubs of pain that slid in like molten magma. It was as if the body weighed as much as a thousand worlds. Nevertheless, she moved, slowly but surely, with one hand pushing down. Then the other. Pushing up, lifting the thousand worlds at her back. She heard his footsteps. She grabbed the broken ax and willed her aching feet towards him, slowly but surely.
Galakni braced himself when he sensed the other woman’s tension. Despite his quickness, the attack came out of nowhere, like a boulder rolling down from a steep hill the force of her charge knocked him to the ground. He knew this was not the assassin, so who was it?
With both bone and scaled fists gripping the haft, he fought hard to not let go, kicking desperately with all his strength at this opponent’s newfound power. The enemy avoided some kicks but slightly reeling from the others, pouring all her willpower into snapping teeth and raking against the stone haft imbued with the power of the gelatinous vortex once contained within the old tree. Neither tooth nor claw managed to disfigure the smooth surface of the Spear of Mof, for once it proved to be the spear of that great sorcerer.
Volra fought for control of her body. The Senerjai attacked her senses, the side effects warping her view of reality. An outsider would see that she was just struggling to get up from the stony ground but inside was so much more. Each breath took centuries, each heartbeat a decade, it seemed worlds would be born, then wither, then die as they both struggled for freedom.
‘This is my body! Leave me alone!’, she yelled within her at the ghost.
Ginendertha clogged her stomach and a purple cloud would spread across her intestines and take over her legs, ‘You’re too weak to survive. I have what it takes. You are but a speck of dust in this world but I can turn you to a shining gold’.
The Senerjai injected Volra’s mind with visions of her promises. Images of battles won, people crying out her name in glee, an army of leather clad men singing her praises in a foreign tongue while a tall, muscular man in bronze armor lifts a helmet from his head and mutters words of adoration and a proposal of marriage.
Volra did not know who the man was but could sense the ideas of world conquest and godhood that infected Galakni’s already venomous mind. Then she rejected it, knowing that it would mean betrayal of her own ruler, Tithra, and were so far beyond anything she ever wanted. Ginendertha tried everything. Showing her Tithra’s head on a platter, a bloody sword before the corpses of enemy tribesmen from the Kynha people, statues raised in her likeness, and her brother’s skull given to the shamans of the Overmountain. Ginendertha tapped into every memory she could reach to convince Volra to let her take control, yet a twinge of despair colored every attempt.
When the body recovered and dusted off her legs, carefully avoiding her wound, it was Volra who did it. Ginendertha said no more.
The assassin limped towards the sounds of Galakni fighting off Kiral. Ax in hand, she lifted it up and brought it down. When it loudly cracked she decided to slam it down a second time. Then a third. The blows grew weak until the very last one missed completely and hit the floor. An intense shudder felt up her arm.
She dropped the ax and fell down and felt no more.
When next she opened her eyes, she saw nothing but trees and singing birds. Reckoning that she was just outside the vicinity of the Overmountain, she breathed a sigh of relief despite the deep aching of her whole body. Pain lanced up at even the slightest movements and her limbs were too heavy to lift. Where was Kiral? Surely she was the one who dragged her out of the Path of Faith?
“Kiral?”, she said in a thin whisper. When there was no response she spoke out a little louder this time, “Kiral!?”, birds chirped and the susurrations of the winds rolled over her, “Kiraaaaal!”, she yelled after preparing for a few minutes.
She yelled three more times but to no avail. Giving no care as to whether surviving cultists or predators prowled nearby. Hoping against hope that her friend was not dead.
‘She isn’t dead. It only could’ve been her who took me out of that place’, she thought.
‘It was her, you fool. But the tree had changed her’, said Ginendertha inside her, ‘Don’t worry, it was common for new initiates to our order to run away once they saw how the powers changed them. It is a hard thing to adjust to the changes in your body especially when the changes are so significant’.
Volra willed her to shut up but it was no use. Though the Senerjai no longer had control over her body, her voice could still plague the assassin’s mind.
It was a trial to move but Volra managed it. First her arms then her legs. Wiggling them to get used to the pain and then increasing the movements by grabbing on to a nearby trunk and pulling herself up. Standing was the greatest challenge then for it meant an even more intense agony, the kind that she had not felt since first training under Noseraph. Without thinking, she took a direction and started walking. She was still breathing, and she had killed Galakni.
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The thought of losing spurred her on, taking each of his strikes in stride. Realizing he had the greater strength, she weaved around them trying to make his spear obsolete.
Yet he recognized this and backed off. Every time she slid closer, he moved further away and jabbed at the woman. Packing more power to his attacks each time.
His surging thrust knocked her off balance, this time making her back away from his reach but he suddenly became as fast as her and flew at her with a leopard’s speed. The ax dropped from her numbing fingers, deftly snatching it with her other hand.
Blood flowed from her leg. She had forgotten the fact as she was still adjusting to her new body and became evident when she tried to move again. The longer she stayed in control the more she felt her wounds and fatigue. Not having a body in many years made it feel as new to her as if she had been a newborn.
Before his spear could connect with her flesh, a sonic boom blasted them both from their feet and crash down onto the cold, hard floor. ‘Why was it cold?’, she would’ve thought if she had the time. Pain flooded her leg. A single nudge brought down the dam she built in her mind.
Galakni got up quickly. He strained his eyes to see better in the dark but the darkness was impenetrable. Then he closed them and trained his ears to his surroundings. Apart from his opponent’s heavy breathing, there was the faint whistle of the wind indicating the way out and the withering tree that had not so long ago ascended him to godhood. There was a second voice, this one a shadow of the woman that it had been. This one breathed as heavily as Volra, but more out of hate than exhaustion.
Volra’s body was reaching its limit. Her muscles, already worn out from the constant fighting, pulsed from Galakni’s heavy pounding and cuts and scrapes from the many rocks in the floor. Ginendertha moved one arm and struggled against the overwhelming clubs of pain that slid in like molten magma. It was as if the body weighed as much as a thousand worlds. Nevertheless, she moved, slowly but surely, with one hand pushing down. Then the other. Pushing up, lifting the thousand worlds at her back. She heard his footsteps. She grabbed the broken ax and willed her aching feet towards him, slowly but surely.
Galakni braced himself when he sensed the other woman’s tension. Despite his quickness, the attack came out of nowhere, like a boulder rolling down from a steep hill the force of her charge knocked him to the ground. He knew this was not the assassin, so who was it?
With both bone and scaled fists gripping the haft, he fought hard to not let go, kicking desperately with all his strength at this opponent’s newfound power. The enemy avoided some kicks but slightly reeling from the others, pouring all her willpower into snapping teeth and raking against the stone haft imbued with the power of the gelatinous vortex once contained within the old tree. Neither tooth nor claw managed to disfigure the smooth surface of the Spear of Mof, for once it proved to be the spear of that great sorcerer.
Volra fought for control of her body. The Senerjai attacked her senses, the side effects warping her view of reality. An outsider would see that she was just struggling to get up from the stony ground but inside was so much more. Each breath took centuries, each heartbeat a decade, it seemed worlds would be born, then wither, then die as they both struggled for freedom.
‘This is my body! Leave me alone!’, she yelled within her at the ghost.
Ginendertha clogged her stomach and a purple cloud would spread across her intestines and take over her legs, ‘You’re too weak to survive. I have what it takes. You are but a speck of dust in this world but I can turn you to a shining gold’.
The Senerjai injected Volra’s mind with visions of her promises. Images of battles won, people crying out her name in glee, an army of leather clad men singing her praises in a foreign tongue while a tall, muscular man in bronze armor lifts a helmet from his head and mutters words of adoration and a proposal of marriage.
Volra did not know who the man was but could sense the ideas of world conquest and godhood that infected Galakni’s already venomous mind. Then she rejected it, knowing that it would mean betrayal of her own ruler, Tithra, and were so far beyond anything she ever wanted. Ginendertha tried everything. Showing her Tithra’s head on a platter, a bloody sword before the corpses of enemy tribesmen from the Kynha people, statues raised in her likeness, and her brother’s skull given to the shamans of the Overmountain. Ginendertha tapped into every memory she could reach to convince Volra to let her take control, yet a twinge of despair colored every attempt.
When the body recovered and dusted off her legs, carefully avoiding her wound, it was Volra who did it. Ginendertha said no more.
The assassin limped towards the sounds of Galakni fighting off Kiral. Ax in hand, she lifted it up and brought it down. When it loudly cracked she decided to slam it down a second time. Then a third. The blows grew weak until the very last one missed completely and hit the floor. An intense shudder felt up her arm.
She dropped the ax and fell down and felt no more.
When next she opened her eyes, she saw nothing but trees and singing birds. Reckoning that she was just outside the vicinity of the Overmountain, she breathed a sigh of relief despite the deep aching of her whole body. Pain lanced up at even the slightest movements and her limbs were too heavy to lift. Where was Kiral? Surely she was the one who dragged her out of the Path of Faith?
“Kiral?”, she said in a thin whisper. When there was no response she spoke out a little louder this time, “Kiral!?”, birds chirped and the susurrations of the winds rolled over her, “Kiraaaaal!”, she yelled after preparing for a few minutes.
She yelled three more times but to no avail. Giving no care as to whether surviving cultists or predators prowled nearby. Hoping against hope that her friend was not dead.
‘She isn’t dead. It only could’ve been her who took me out of that place’, she thought.
‘It was her, you fool. But the tree had changed her’, said Ginendertha inside her, ‘Don’t worry, it was common for new initiates to our order to run away once they saw how the powers changed them. It is a hard thing to adjust to the changes in your body especially when the changes are so significant’.
Volra willed her to shut up but it was no use. Though the Senerjai no longer had control over her body, her voice could still plague the assassin’s mind.
It was a trial to move but Volra managed it. First her arms then her legs. Wiggling them to get used to the pain and then increasing the movements by grabbing on to a nearby trunk and pulling herself up. Standing was the greatest challenge then for it meant an even more intense agony, the kind that she had not felt since first training under Noseraph. Without thinking, she took a direction and started walking. She was still breathing, and she had killed Galakni.
2024.05.15 04:45 trashsoupy Fluctuating blood pressure
26, AFAB, 150lb, 5'1 Relatively healthy diet, exercises fairly regularly, vapes Dx : Migraines, IBS, generalized joint hypermobility, fibromyalgia, bipolar II, ADHD Family hx : migraine, stroke, graves Medication : ritilan SR, pregabalin, amitriptyline, lamotrigine Sx : chronic pain, fatigue, reoccuring dizzy spells with ringing and deafness in one ear lasting 1-2 minutes and feeling of pressure in head, increased urination
Tft : normal / iron studies : normal / LFTs : normal / general chem : normal / HBA1c : normal / calcium : normal / CBC all normal other than hemoglobin: 158, HCT 0.47
Thoughts?
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Tft : normal / iron studies : normal / LFTs : normal / general chem : normal / HBA1c : normal / calcium : normal / CBC all normal other than hemoglobin: 158, HCT 0.47
Thoughts?
2024.05.15 04:43 forge1789 Peace of mind
Hi Everyone.
I've posted a few times in the last few weeks. Like most, I have had constant twitching in my calves and sporadically in other areas as well. This presented with a handful of other symtpoms that I won't go into detail on now. Like everyone I had the same fears.
Yesterday I had my EMG. I was lucky enough to get the head of the ALS Speciality Department through my neurologist. Just for reference, I live in a medium sized city and the Neuro group I got into is recognized as being one of the best in the Northeast. My doctor has 26 years of experience and fantastic bedside manner...willing to take time and talk through all my questions. First, my EMG came back totally clear. Despite thinking that would be the most reassuring news, it was our conversation afterwards that made me feel even better and I wanted to share with you.
First, he shared that in his 26 years specializing in ALS he has had 1 patient with ALS in his 30s. For further context, he said he has 3-5 (sometimes more) people a week in their 30s-40s come in with nearly identical symptoms. None have been diagnosed with ALS.
He also shared that while twitching can be an inital symtpom, twitching before muscle weakness is incredibly rare. He said almost every case he has ever had showed clinical weakness before twitching started.
I also asked if the test could have been done too soon. He definitively said no. He shared that regardless of whether I was experiencing clinical weakness or not, if my twitching was because of ALS there would clear indicators of it on the EMG.
Lastly, he shared that in almost every case the twitching is benign. He said there is not real timetable on when they will subside. Could be days, weeks, months or longer but the length of twitching does not have any ties to ALS.
I hope this helps ease some of you and your worries. It helped me immensely.
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I've posted a few times in the last few weeks. Like most, I have had constant twitching in my calves and sporadically in other areas as well. This presented with a handful of other symtpoms that I won't go into detail on now. Like everyone I had the same fears.
Yesterday I had my EMG. I was lucky enough to get the head of the ALS Speciality Department through my neurologist. Just for reference, I live in a medium sized city and the Neuro group I got into is recognized as being one of the best in the Northeast. My doctor has 26 years of experience and fantastic bedside manner...willing to take time and talk through all my questions. First, my EMG came back totally clear. Despite thinking that would be the most reassuring news, it was our conversation afterwards that made me feel even better and I wanted to share with you.
First, he shared that in his 26 years specializing in ALS he has had 1 patient with ALS in his 30s. For further context, he said he has 3-5 (sometimes more) people a week in their 30s-40s come in with nearly identical symptoms. None have been diagnosed with ALS.
He also shared that while twitching can be an inital symtpom, twitching before muscle weakness is incredibly rare. He said almost every case he has ever had showed clinical weakness before twitching started.
I also asked if the test could have been done too soon. He definitively said no. He shared that regardless of whether I was experiencing clinical weakness or not, if my twitching was because of ALS there would clear indicators of it on the EMG.
Lastly, he shared that in almost every case the twitching is benign. He said there is not real timetable on when they will subside. Could be days, weeks, months or longer but the length of twitching does not have any ties to ALS.
I hope this helps ease some of you and your worries. It helped me immensely.
2024.05.15 04:42 Minimum-Flamingo2098 My Tarsal Coalition story+questions
Hi everyone I’m a 20 yr old female diagnosed with a Solid osseous middle subtalar facet coalition in my left ankle and Medial talocalcaneal coalition involving the sustentaculum talus in my right ankle. (To be honest I have no idea what that means really and i have no idea if those are pretty much the same thing).
It all started when I sprained my right ankle landing on chunk of concrete in the dark when I was 17 and I heard a crunch and thought I broke my ankle (rolled inwards). Got an X-ray and no bones were fractured just seemed like a grade 2 ankle sprain. After about a month it felt pretty good to go play beach volleyball again. I’ve always played a lot of sports and exercised almost everyday bc it’s one of my favorite things to do. About 2 weeks later I was walking in the sand at my volleyball practice and I stepped down with my left foot and my ankle collapsed and I felt a pop (collapsed inwards). I continued playing because I didn’t want to face the fact I somehow hurt my other ankle after having to completely stop all activity and rest the other. It didn’t hurt as bad as the other one and my right ankle pretty much had no more pain at this point and maybe just a little weak. I stopped working out and just did volleyball bc both became too much, eventually everything became too much and volleyball then rest a few days and back to volleyball wasn’t helping. I took a month off and it still felt weird and hurt, it felt like a burning sensation all the time. Sitting felt worse after I walked around and I limped most places. I wore an ankle brace everywhere until finally I got an MRI telling me I have an ankle coalition which is causing my pain. This wrecked me because the solutions were manage the pain or surgery which both sounded terrible. A few months later the pain went away completely and I felt normal again. I started all my sports and the things I loved and I finally felt happy again. The only signs of pain was when I played tennis and it would ache after but the pain would only last a few hrs and it was mild.
Fast forward to about a year later I’m playing pickleball and I felt like my right foot was feeling kind of weird so when I got back to my room I sat down and my foot started to feel like I terrible cramp on the inside of my right ankle (kind of right under the bone and on the bone). It lasted all night and even when I woke up I thought I had tendonitis, and the pain was on the inside and my left foot pain was on the outside so I never assumed it could be a coalition. The pain went away after mild activity for a week and I stopped doing court sports for the time being. Fast forward to now after and X-ray and mri knowing I have a coalition in both feet I don’t know what to do. I play pickleball all the time and have had around 5 flare ups since then and each one I have that sharp cramping pain that burns on the inside of my right foot I can feel the pain shoot up every time I play. Each flare up has happened from a court sport and it’s just so hard bc I love pickleball so much and I’ve had to give up so much from this foot pain. I had to give up volleyball all together from it which destroyed me mentally. I’ve read so many posts and surgery sounds like it’s a rare chance to fix anything. I just love sports and I don’t want to give up pickleball, like I’ve gave up everything I love it so much! So here are my questions:
-is there a high chance surgery will allow me to play court sports or run without pain? -I have pain for about a week if I fully rest it, is surgery worth it? -I love sports, does anyone have any tips on things that can help when playing to manage pain? - my pain is so different from the left ankle and my podiatrist told me it’s the same coalition so why are my pain locations different? -should I see other podiatrists for different suggestions? - could this be something else and not the coalition, bc I haven’t heard anyone else have pain in this location?
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It all started when I sprained my right ankle landing on chunk of concrete in the dark when I was 17 and I heard a crunch and thought I broke my ankle (rolled inwards). Got an X-ray and no bones were fractured just seemed like a grade 2 ankle sprain. After about a month it felt pretty good to go play beach volleyball again. I’ve always played a lot of sports and exercised almost everyday bc it’s one of my favorite things to do. About 2 weeks later I was walking in the sand at my volleyball practice and I stepped down with my left foot and my ankle collapsed and I felt a pop (collapsed inwards). I continued playing because I didn’t want to face the fact I somehow hurt my other ankle after having to completely stop all activity and rest the other. It didn’t hurt as bad as the other one and my right ankle pretty much had no more pain at this point and maybe just a little weak. I stopped working out and just did volleyball bc both became too much, eventually everything became too much and volleyball then rest a few days and back to volleyball wasn’t helping. I took a month off and it still felt weird and hurt, it felt like a burning sensation all the time. Sitting felt worse after I walked around and I limped most places. I wore an ankle brace everywhere until finally I got an MRI telling me I have an ankle coalition which is causing my pain. This wrecked me because the solutions were manage the pain or surgery which both sounded terrible. A few months later the pain went away completely and I felt normal again. I started all my sports and the things I loved and I finally felt happy again. The only signs of pain was when I played tennis and it would ache after but the pain would only last a few hrs and it was mild.
Fast forward to about a year later I’m playing pickleball and I felt like my right foot was feeling kind of weird so when I got back to my room I sat down and my foot started to feel like I terrible cramp on the inside of my right ankle (kind of right under the bone and on the bone). It lasted all night and even when I woke up I thought I had tendonitis, and the pain was on the inside and my left foot pain was on the outside so I never assumed it could be a coalition. The pain went away after mild activity for a week and I stopped doing court sports for the time being. Fast forward to now after and X-ray and mri knowing I have a coalition in both feet I don’t know what to do. I play pickleball all the time and have had around 5 flare ups since then and each one I have that sharp cramping pain that burns on the inside of my right foot I can feel the pain shoot up every time I play. Each flare up has happened from a court sport and it’s just so hard bc I love pickleball so much and I’ve had to give up so much from this foot pain. I had to give up volleyball all together from it which destroyed me mentally. I’ve read so many posts and surgery sounds like it’s a rare chance to fix anything. I just love sports and I don’t want to give up pickleball, like I’ve gave up everything I love it so much! So here are my questions:
-is there a high chance surgery will allow me to play court sports or run without pain? -I have pain for about a week if I fully rest it, is surgery worth it? -I love sports, does anyone have any tips on things that can help when playing to manage pain? - my pain is so different from the left ankle and my podiatrist told me it’s the same coalition so why are my pain locations different? -should I see other podiatrists for different suggestions? - could this be something else and not the coalition, bc I haven’t heard anyone else have pain in this location?
2024.05.15 04:37 PenguinGreat Reviewing and ranking how attractive every Nikke I have is
 | I'm very much expecting to be roasted for my great taste. Do your worst. submitted by PenguinGreat to NikkeMobile [link] [comments] I've been playing for nearly six months. Many of the characters I've really come to really enjoy. So, I wanted to go through each Nikke I have pulled and discuss how attractive they are. Attraction has two big components for me, how physical attractive they are and how attractive their personality is. I will refer to these as "beauty" and "personality" I will rank both on a 1-10 scale and combine for a total score. Note that I will only be reviewing Nikkes that I have pulled. Hard for me to review characters I don't know very well. Tier list for summary: https://preview.redd.it/j7ntqf4r4i0d1.jpg?width=727&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3cf2afa4c80d8fb9e5c23420133ff6072d22c44a Let's start with the top tier "Spend the rest of my life with". These are the best of the best and most attractive girls with scores 18.5 and up. Rapi Beauty - 10/10 Personality - 10/10 Total score - 20/20 Starting with best girl Rapi. The only girl I give a perfect score to in both categories. She's the poster girl for the game for a reason. Just so beautiful and adorable. Just a great design and outfit. Love her cute cap especially. In terms of personality, she also knocks it out of the park. I have a big weakness for characters that appear cold on the outside but are actually just softies. Rapi pulls this off perfectly. I also really enjoy characters that are really disciplined and loyal to what they believe in. I also really enjoy the "straight man" role she plays with Anis and Neon's antics. Marciana Beauty - 10/10 Personality - 9.5/10 Total score - 19.5/20 Maybe it's the tight white pants, maybe it's the midriff, maybe it's the fact that she looks like a hot teacher I had when I was 14 but I think Marciana has one of the most attractive appearances of any Nikke. She has a great demenor and I will always have a love for dark haired girls. Her personality is also fantastic. I love her stern and cold appearance on first viewing. Much like Rapi, I just love a girl who is tough on the outside but a big softy on the inside. She was extremely adorable in her bond story and I loved seeing that other side of her you may not expect. D Beauty - 10/10 Personality - 9/10 Total score - 19/20 There is no more attractive combo than black hair + red eyes. This combo will kill me every time I see it. Now I liked D before, but once she got her new SSR she rocketed up my beauty rankings. She is the most attractive looking girl in all of Nikke without a doubt. Her black dress is to die for. Plus she reminds me a bit of Yor Forger which is always a good thing. As you can probably tell from above, I really love girls who seem really cold and rigid. I feel D may not show her soft side as much as Marciana or Rapi but the odd time it does come it is absolutely adorable. I also really appreciate her strong discipline and wanting to get her job done and do it correctly. Maxwell Beauty - 10/10 Personality - 8.5/10 Total score - 18.5/20 Maxwell marks the last Nikke in my ranking to receive a 10 for beauty, and she absolutely deserves it. Every part of Maxwell is just amazing to look at. Her toned abs are the highlight for me as I really love an athletic girl, as well as having my ideal chest size. She's free to examine me as much as she wants. Not to mention her design is also extremely adorable and I love the little cap she has on. Her personality also does quite well for me. I really enjoy the straight man role she has with her quirky teammates. A valuable role to have as it is needed to keep them in check and to not go overboard. Blanc Beauty - 9.5/10 Personality - 9/10 Total score - 18.5/20 Ah the bunny girls, of course Blanc's beauty will be high! Blanc is absolutely adorable! The white skin, hair, and suit mixing with those beautiful yellow eyes is truly breathtaking. The adorable collar and tie she has is amazing as well. My favourite part of her whole design has to be the little fang she has. It just destroys me. I really love how outgoing, extraverted, and friendly she is. This side of her does really well playing off Noir and giving them a fun dynamic in how opposite they are in many way. Someone just very enjoyable that I would love to see on my screen at any time. That concludes our top tier and my top 5. Next we will go to the still great but "Near perfection". This includes scores of 17-18. Privaty Beauty - 9/10 Personality - 9/10 Total score - 18/20 Privaty is super adorable. She has my favourite blush out of any girl in the game. Also love her adorable twintails, sexy yellow eyes, and her larger than sometimes expected chest. Her maid SSR is fantastic and really helps show off her adorableness and her assets. I adore tsunderes and Privaty does it perfectly. She would be so fun to tease as you would always get a great reaction. Like stated previously, I really love a girl who seems rigid at first but actually really cares. Diesel Beauty - 8.5/10 Personality - 9/10 Total score - 17.5/20 Diesel is really pretty and quite beautiful. Her conductor outfit is very cute and fits her very well. Her smile is always a joy to see and should always be protected. I adore how sweet she is. Someone who you just want to see keep smiling and never frown. I really enjoy her because she is just a joy to be around. Even in her sader moments, it is still great to see her be able to move on and keep a smile. Crown Beauty - 8.5/10 Personality - 8.5/10 Total score - 17/20 Crown is very elegant and beautiful. I love the dignified aura her design holds. Her outfit is great too, as it really does well in both showing her curves but still giving her a regal and professional feel. I think Crown is hilarious with how she can often mess up basic words and concepts. Otherwise, I really love how disciplined she is and how dedicated she is to being a leader. Rosanna Beauty - 9.5/10 Personality - 7.5/10 Total score - 17/20 Rosanna has a fantastic design. Split white/black hair is great and man those eyes are killer. Her outfit is also fantastic. The mafia boss style is cool and sexy, and she has great midriff and cleavage that are very alluring. Don't even get me started on those thigh high boots. Her personality is also good, even if not as great as who I have mentioned before. I love how forward she is with what she wants. Just straight up telling the commander she wants to hook up in her bond story was awesome. I also love how protective she can really get. Exia Beauty - 8/10 Personality - 9/10 Total score - 17/20 Exia is such a cutie. The oversized shirt is adorable and oddly quite sexy. The messy hair, dazed look in her eyes, and exposed thighs are also really good. I'd love to waste the rest of my life playing video games with Exia. Just waste away from responsibilities and society by just playing games. This is the ideal scenario in my mind. Isabel Beauty - 8/10 Personality - 9/10 Total score - 17/20 Isabel has a killer body and a very kissable face. I really love her beautiful long purple hair and how it blends with her beautiful eyes and outfit so well. Yanderes are always fantastic. Isabel can lock me in her house and throw away the key for all I care. She just needs some love and to have a stable happy family in her life (I mean I don't know how stable of a life you could have with Isabel but at least we have similar life goals). Those are the 6 in my second tier. Next we have the "Beautiful" tier for those scoring between 15-16.5. Rapunzel Beauty - 8.5/10 Personality - 8/10 Total score - 16.5/20 I'm not normally into the whole nun thing and I'm also not typically into blondes but Rapunzel is so gorgeous that I overlook that. She has a very lovely smile and a very alluring outfit that shows her great proportions very nicely. Her normally holy design and behaviour being taken over by her dirty thoughts is always funny too see. She reminds me a bit of Darkness from Konosuba in that way. With the impure thoughts just constantly invading her mind. Mihara Beauty - 8/10 Personality - 8/10 Total score - 16/20 Mihara really activated something in me that I didn't know I had. Her outfit is quite lewd but also very attractive. The black goes really well with her lovely black hair. You can really tell she mean business. Masochism is great, right? I definitely like giving pain rather than receiving so this works for me. Not to mention that I really like her voice. Goes right through my ears and into my brain. Noir Beauty - 7.5/10 Personality - 7.5/10 Total score - 15/20 The 2nd best of the bunnies, she is good but not nearly as good as Blanc. She has quite the attractive appearance but I feel her chest is a bit too large for what I normally like in a girl. Otherwise the black bunny suit is really great. Personality also isn't as good as blank. I don't tend to enjoy someone who is overly shy and reserved. I do appreciate how kind and caring she is and how she is trying to improve. Yuhla Beauty - 7.5/10 Personality - 7.5/10 Total score - 15/20 Yuhla's design overall is very good but it is her sharp teeth that appeal to me most. Something about them is just very attractive and suits her quite well. Not to mention her outfit gives her great midriff and even shows off some cool scarring. I really appreciate hard workers and while she doesn't have the most friendly personality, she still wins me over with how spicy she got in her bond story. That ends this tier of characters. Next we start to fall off a bit with the "Almost good" tier. This tier has scores from 13.5-14.5. Helm Beauty - 7/10 Personality - 7.5/10 Total score - 14.5/20 On paper Helm's design should by a 10/10 for me. The outfit, the hair, the thick thighs all really appeals to me. Just something about her feels a bit... off? Maybe it is her posture and how she is a bit hunched over that makes it look odd to me. Still overall I like her design but I just feel it is not as good as it should be. I really appreciate how disciplined she is. Anytime a girl has strong discipline and loyalty she will really appeal to me. Other than that she is a little bit boring. I remember her bond story being a bit meh. Naga Beauty - 8/10 Personality - 6.5/10 Total score - 14.5/20 Naga has a great design. Schoolgirl outfit is very cute and the unbuttoned top and short teasing skirt are very alluring. I really like her hairstyle with one of her eyes being covered by her hair. Naga's personality doesn't quite hit for me. I like how she tends to act more on the mature side but in reality I just found her to be really really boring most of the time. A few times she was good but it wasn't often enough for me to give a higher score. Noise Beauty - 7.5/10 Personality - 6.5/10 Total score - 14/20 Noise is another girl with a very attractive design. It is really good all around and I can see how people would really like her, but for me it is good rather than great. I'm not a big fan of the blonde she has in her hair. If her hair was all dark I think it would look better. Her personality is very bland. On paper I like the idea of a one hit wonder trying to get another hit but Noise just doesn't have the personality to get me invested. No an awful one but not great either. Mast Beauty - 8.5/10 Personality - 5/10 Total score - 13.5/20 Mast has a great design. Very sexy and very cute. Reminds me a bit of Marine from Hololive. The twintails are super cute and the fang is fantastic. For personality, I haven't done her bond story yet so I don't know it too well. Her ranking may change when I play it. For now I think a 5 is fair as from what I have seen, she seems average. This ends the first half of tiers. Now we start getting into those I don't like. Next is the "Average at best. Bad at worst". Scores will be 11-13. Quiry Beauty - 7/10 Personality - 6/10 Total score - 13/20 Quiry is very cute and I really like her outfit. One major drawback of her is that I am not a huge fan of pink hair. Otherwise the design is pretty solid all around. I don't know too much about her as I haven't done her bond story but I do like her quirk of having poor eyesight. Cute and endearing but I just don't know her well enough. Soda Beauty - 7/10 Personality - 6/10 Total score - 13/20 Soda has two very big reasons to like her design. The thing holding her design back for me is that her head just looks empty. Like just a blank face with no other thoughts behind it. Normally I like a smile but she looks less dumb without one. Her personality is a bit annoying. I like a bit of clumsiness but hers just is way too much. Really brings down her score for me. Otherwise she seems cute and kind. Julia Beauty - 7.5/10 Personality - 4.5/10 Total score - 12/20 If there was an award for most forgettable SSR, I would give it to Julia. I completely keep forgetting she exists even tho I do really like her design. It is very beautiful and elegant. I really like the violin as well. Maybe because I haven't done her bond story but what I have seen just seems really boring to me. As I learn more about her, she may go up but for now I can only give a 4.5. Yuni Beauty - 5.5/10 Personality - 6/10 Total score - 11.5/20 Yuni's design doesn't hit super hard for me. A bit too small in stature for my personal preference but she is quite cute. Plus again not huge on pink hair in general. I don't like receiving pain (at least not physical) so that relly does turn me away from her a bit. Otherwise she is cute enough but not my cup of tea. Anis Beauty - 6/10 Personality - 5.5/10 Total score - 11.5/20 Now I know some won't be happy with this one. Anis is very ok but is 100% overrated. She is quite cute but she really doesn't live up to the hype that some people give her. I do like her hat a lot tho. For personality she can be annoying at times. She can be funny but for the most part I think a lot of her jokes fall flat. This ends the average tier. Now we can get into girl I don't like in the "Why do people like them?" tier. This has scores between 5-10. Brid Beauty - 5/10 Personality - 5/10 Total score - 10/20 I know Brid has 2 big reasons that people like her, but for me they are a bit too big and I don't really like anything else she has going for her. Not huge on the hair even tho I am normally a big fan of white hair. Personality is a bit boring. I like how she is a hard worker but she really puts me to sleep. Delta Beauty - 5/10 Personality - 5/10 Total score - 10/20 Very meh design. Not a fan of the hair, or the army gear. If she wore the sunglasses rather than having them on her forehead, it would improve my opinion. Personality is just plain boring. I appreciate discipline but I would rather watch paint dry. I have heard she give something at the end of her bond story tho... but not enough to redeem her. Alice Beauty - 4/10 Personality - 4.5/10 Total score - 8.5/20 Way too much pink on her. The pink jumpsuit I could live with but the pink hair just makes it a bit too much for me. With a different hair colour or different outfit colour she may appeal more to me. I thought she was cute at first but got really annoying quickly. Her voice also just begged the heck out of me and made me want to put the game down. Tia Beauty - 4/10 Personality - 4/10 Total score - 8/20 I don't really like her design. Schoolgirl is normally really good but hers just isn't appealing. Not a fan of the haircut and the look on her face has always bugged me a bit. She is very annoying. Like really she just gets on all my nerves. Not even sure why but she just really grates on me. Neon Beauty - 4/10 Personality - 3.5/10 Total score - 7.5/20 Neon is easily the worst Counters member. I wish it had been someone else. Exia I think would have been a good choice. Her design really doesn't do much for me. I usually like hats but hers I always thought looked really bad on her. Needs a change of outfit and to actually face the camera. Her personality is very annoying as well. Feels like she is so one note for someone who is a main character. Just talking about firepower and not a ton else. Just in the game way too much. Rupee Beauty - 3.5/10 Personality - 4/10 Total score - 7.5/20 Honestly I think she is kind of ugly. The big smile makes her looks super dumb and a bit like a bimbo. That's just what I get from her design. Don't find her attractive at all. Her personality also seems really annoying and was making me roll my eyes when she's on screen. That is the end of this tier. I know I have made some enemies for these placements. The next tier is the "Pass" tier. I'm not going to go through each girl here as they are all ones I just don't have an interest in. Most because the design just looks too young for me and I don't want to talk about their attraction level. There are some however who I really like the characters of. For example, Liter is great and I'd love to complain about the youth with her. Soline is also special to me as she was the first Nikke I pulled. The final tier is the "Extremely attractive but I hate them as characters so I wouldn't go close to them". These are the worst offenders of all. Characters who have the design but just awful personality. Sin Beauty - 9/10 Personality - -5/10 Total score - 4/20 Sin is insanely hot. A top 10 design in the game IMO. The yogo pants are wild and I really think the mask looks good on her. Here is the problem. I HATE manipulative women. Nothing is more aggravating and a bigger turn away than someone manipulative. Taking advantage of someone's kindness like that is just cruel and evil (and not evil in the sexy way). I just can't like someone like that. Viper Beauty - 9.5/10 Personality - -7/10 Total score - 2.5/20 Viper is even a worse case. She was the reason I started playing the game in the first place. My disappointment when she turned out to be manipulative and cruel just upset me greatly. A great design wasted on garbage. Crow Beauty - 8.5/10 Personality - -8/10 Total score - 0.5/20 I hate Crow. She has a great design that is attractive but I really hate her. I don't want to explain further because of spoiler reasons but she is everything I hate in a character and personality. This concludes all the Nikke girls I have and how attractive I find them. So, how's my taste? |
2024.05.15 04:32 beanie286 weird symptoms, potential parathyroid issues?
Hi all, I've been struggling the last few months with some odd symptoms (migratory muscle/joint pain (mainly hands/feet/knee/arms) brain fog, and fatigue to name a few). I'm following up with my PCP and don't meet with my endo for another two/three months, but I wanted to see if anyone has had any experience with parathyroid dysfunction (thanks Dr. Google) or similar issues after TT/RAI? Any experiences/stories are appreciated!
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2024.05.15 04:31 Lugosthepalomino My boys opinion on bits 🤣
 | He's not in pain, he's a pain. This is his second time with a bit and first with this one! A double jointed lozenge. The line is not from a bit, it's just his tounge 🤷 submitted by Lugosthepalomino to Equestrian [link] [comments] |
2024.05.15 04:31 Consistent_Actuary33 Ended a friendship with a guy I love who doesn’t love me back and am feeling regret?
I originally posted a post under unrequited love that said “have u ever ended a friendship with someone you love who didn’t love you back.” The thing is he’s my guy friend for two years and I’m in love with him and I have strong feelings for him but I know he never felt the same way. The friendship was something that caused me a lot of ache and pain bc I hoped for something more when I knew that could never happen. It was driving me insane to stay in his life and not tell him how I feel and I was sure that the good decision was to walk away and end the friendship for my mental health which I did. Our friendship was also meaningless and pointless bc he would make fun of me a lot and call me “pessimistic” which I am but the unrequited feelings added to my pessimism. He would always reject my offer to hangout and would leave me on seen for months on end etc. So that also played a factor in why I ended the friendship including my feelings bc I was just so miserable. I texted him something really light bc I know it can be overwhelming for the person on the receiving end and I didn’t want to dump my feelings on him. I first said “I don’t think I can maintain a friendship anymore.” Bc I chickened out to which he didn’t even ask why or anything and just said “I wish u Nothing but the best.” That response got me a bit sad and mad bc he didn’t even care to ask why or anything and I just wanted to believe our friendship wasn’t that weak and had more care in it. I cried for hours bc I thought he would’ve at least asked why. We saw each other the day before I texted him this in which he made fun of me for being pessimistic. So I thought he would think that’s why I was ending the friendship bc I’ve told him I don’t like it when he calls me pessimistic. Either way I Thought he would just say something like “why” “did something happen” “are u okay.” But he didn’t. So bc I got mad I then told him I have to distance myself from him bc I have certain emotions and feelings for him that make it hard to maintain a friendship. Then I also sort of went off on him a little bit for calling me pessimistic and making fun of me for it bc he never understood that part of my reason for being pessimistic was loving him and hoping for him when I knew he never felt the same way. I said “my negativity isn’t who I am. You never knew the real me.” I also said distance myself and just not be friends for right now or forever bc I don’t know what the future holds. I texted this on sat and it’s now Mon. He hasn’t texted me back and I understand that’s okay and it must be overwhelming to hear that from me esp bc I never once let him know or even gave hints I liked him. I was so good at just hiding it so I know it’s a shock. He’s also a person that doesn’t open up or talk at all. He just closes up and never talks about how he feels. The thing is… I was so careful with what I said and I didn’t dump emotional love on him. I said I needed time away bc I have feelings for him. I just feel bad now? I feel so guilty? I feel like I did the wrong thing? I miss him? I KNOW the good thing was to distance myself bc I can’t even describe the pain I was in when we were friends not just bc of my feelings but bc he never put effort to be friends with me and would just be distant and dry to me. When I was friends with him I would tell myself I’d be much happier without him but now that I’m experiencing that side of the equation I feel more miserable? I just need help with my emotions? I think I messed up? Was being friends with him better than nothing? Should I have just hid my feelings and been happy to have him as a friend at least? I don’t know what he’s feeling bc he won’t talk to me and his silence is driving me insane. Do I miss him or the idea of a friendship with him? Do I miss him or our friendship? I feel like I’m regretting everything now but is it just too early and the pain of letting him go is fresh? Do I still have to get used to not having in my life bc I just cry and cry that we aren’t friends anymore. I thought would it be possible to stay friends after my confession and I would’ve liked to bc our friendship means a lot to me but I know that wasn’t possible bc my emotions were just too much for him but I’m beating myself over it that I could’ve told him in a diff way and said “i hope my feelings don’t ruin our friendship.” I’m just lost. I don’t know what im missing or what I did that was wrong or right. He’s a very patient and nice person overall by nature and we have school together on Thurs so i don’t know if I should just go and talk to him? But I feel sort of embarrassed to even see him. I also don’t know if he’ll still wanna see me even tho he is soft by nature I do get that if he’s upset or something and refuses to talk to me it makes sense. I feel terrible and miserable in my own self even tho I know I owed it to myself to distance myself bc it’s good for my mental and emotional health. Can someone just talk to me and tell me if I did the wrong thing or the right thing? What’s this feeling of missing him or just the friendship? Why do I feel and almost regret it? I just need him to talk to me even if he wants to yell at me for saying I have feelings but I just need him to TALK. It just hurts bc I feel like he always just misunderstands me and thinks the bad things about me. I just didn’t want our friendship to end on bad terms. I’ve never had to deal with such complicated emotions before. This entire situation is driving me insane esp bc he never talks about how he feels or shares anything. Oh and I forgot to mention he’s moving away to a diff state for grad school in July…. Which is 90% of the reason why I knew I should just end our friendship or distance myself bc what use is loving someone who’s far away from me that I can’t even see or hangout with? He could just get a gf and that would’ve made my pain and ache more severe. (He’s single rn and has been the entire time we were friends). I thought I would be so much happier without him and could start my “healing journey” but I had no idea the complications waiting for me on the other end.
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2024.05.15 04:30 Responsible_Tough896 I seem to have a backwards pain tolerance
I've noticed that at times minor injuries cause me more pain than more severe injuries and it's always struck me as odd. Or my body will react like I'm I'm pain but I don't feel the severity that would warrant that reaction?
For example I'm on my period and I'm not consciously acting like I'm in the degree of pain I'm in. My body reacts before my brain catches up. Ive been wincing and started crying. Then I couldnt quite stand up straight without pain. But then my brain says "this is a level 2 why are you acting like this".
I've also been in more pain when I've hit my finger tips on a table by accident or stumbled and closed a sliding door on my hip compared to when I slightly dislocated my other hip. I thought I pulled a muscle and only went to the doctor when my leg started turning inwards and it hurt to walk. I've also hyperextended my elbow as a kid and apparently didn't act like I was in enough pain to warrant a doctor's visit until a month later when I could barely bend or straighten that arm. Ended up needing physical therapy for that one. I delt with labor contractions better than I did the cervical exams. The cervical exams about made me jump off the bed but when I was being admitted I was apparently having strong contractions every 2 or 3 minutes and never felt a thing until later. Healing from childbirth was a walk in the park for me. Getting my wisdom teeth out was five times worse.
Is anyone else like this? I feel like my entire body just reacts backwards to things. I also tend to forget that ibuprofen and Tylenol exist. I'll let myself be in pain saying I'll be fine until I end up remembering I can make the pain go away. I feel like a wimp for crying when I hit my hand but then called a badass for sitting through a 3 hour tattoo without even making a face. 3 hours isn't even that long compared to other tattoos.
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For example I'm on my period and I'm not consciously acting like I'm in the degree of pain I'm in. My body reacts before my brain catches up. Ive been wincing and started crying. Then I couldnt quite stand up straight without pain. But then my brain says "this is a level 2 why are you acting like this".
I've also been in more pain when I've hit my finger tips on a table by accident or stumbled and closed a sliding door on my hip compared to when I slightly dislocated my other hip. I thought I pulled a muscle and only went to the doctor when my leg started turning inwards and it hurt to walk. I've also hyperextended my elbow as a kid and apparently didn't act like I was in enough pain to warrant a doctor's visit until a month later when I could barely bend or straighten that arm. Ended up needing physical therapy for that one. I delt with labor contractions better than I did the cervical exams. The cervical exams about made me jump off the bed but when I was being admitted I was apparently having strong contractions every 2 or 3 minutes and never felt a thing until later. Healing from childbirth was a walk in the park for me. Getting my wisdom teeth out was five times worse.
Is anyone else like this? I feel like my entire body just reacts backwards to things. I also tend to forget that ibuprofen and Tylenol exist. I'll let myself be in pain saying I'll be fine until I end up remembering I can make the pain go away. I feel like a wimp for crying when I hit my hand but then called a badass for sitting through a 3 hour tattoo without even making a face. 3 hours isn't even that long compared to other tattoos.
2024.05.15 04:24 Only-Ad-5783 Neutropenia…
Diagnosed in March, started chemo 3 1/2 weeks ago. 3/1 gemcitabine/abraxane combo. My mother is 65 the first two weeks weren’t that bad but week 3 was really rough tons of vomiting and diarrhea to the point couldn’t control bowels, then she spiked a fever of 102 and had lots of swelling and redness in her legs. I called the ambulance immediately. Her neutrophils are dangerously low from chemo resulting in a bacterial infection (E.Coli in her bloodstream) scariest moment is seeing her so weak and incoherent it was awful. We’ve been in the hospital for two days now tons of antibiotics and fluids and battles with her heart rate being way to high and blood pressure way to low, multiplied icu evaluations and we’ve come to a space of “stability” she hasn’t gotten worse now we are waiting for her to get better. It’s a slow crawl, my hope has been touch and go but she’s a fighter she’s been getting her strength back and is able to talk when she’s not sleeping and sitting up with her own strength. They’ve given neupagen and another drug starts with an L sorry im tired as I write this to help her immune system fight they said 2-3 days we’ll start to see the effects. Just needed to talk about it with someone who understands this rollercoaster of a journey. How quickly things change I struggle with wondering while chemo has the possibility of extending a loved ones life at what cost it’s a roulette for sure when some respond well and others 3 weeks in severe blood infection because chemo wiped their immune system completely out. And yet without chemo possible 2-4 months projected time left in pain or hopped up on meds. I hate this. My thoughts and prayers are with those fighting this monster and those caring for those fighting it’s a heart breaking experience all around.
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2024.05.15 04:19 enf1940 why does sitting aggravate the pelvic floor ?
i can have no pain . Even a trigger point in the bottom right pelvis by the scrotum/anus will be ok.
Then i sit down and feel pressure. eventually the whole anus will feel like it tight/hurts .
And the muscles at that trigger point will hurt.
I have been evaluated . Ani muscle tight right side.
thanks
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Then i sit down and feel pressure. eventually the whole anus will feel like it tight/hurts .
And the muscles at that trigger point will hurt.
I have been evaluated . Ani muscle tight right side.
thanks
2024.05.15 04:19 Euphoric_Plankton_38 Girlfriend’s Laparoscopy was 7 hours and she only needs rest? 24/7 chronic pain
I’m ignorant on this surgery aftercare. Me and GF are long distance so acquiring her dismissal paperwork from her non English speaking caregivers is a challenge while she is loopy.
Does the duration of surgery imply severity?
She’s had chronic deep aching bone pain in her limbs and alternating sciatica. We had the impression that endo was wrapped around her nerves causing her debilitating 24/7 pain, not just during cycle.She’s also got a cyst in her hip joint that stupid doctors have dismissed because she’s too young and that it’s normal.
Widespread endo+Hip cyst = 24/7 chronic pain
I’m hopeful that we are now halfway there. Just need to find a competent doctor to drain her hip effusion and remove this TOTALLY NORMAL hip bone cyst.
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Does the duration of surgery imply severity?
She’s had chronic deep aching bone pain in her limbs and alternating sciatica. We had the impression that endo was wrapped around her nerves causing her debilitating 24/7 pain, not just during cycle.She’s also got a cyst in her hip joint that stupid doctors have dismissed because she’s too young and that it’s normal.
Widespread endo+Hip cyst = 24/7 chronic pain
I’m hopeful that we are now halfway there. Just need to find a competent doctor to drain her hip effusion and remove this TOTALLY NORMAL hip bone cyst.
2024.05.15 04:12 Enough-Future-7002 22F Endocrinologist recommending Irish Sea Moss and Gaia Herbs to lower DHEA-S levels?
Hi guys. My DHEAS levels have been almost 700 the last two times I got tested. I don't have a stressful life, and I don't have PCOS according to the ultrasound attached, and am experiencing symptoms like acne, suuuuper itchy skin, extreme tiredness and fatigue, frequent panic attacks, muscle cramps, pain on my left side, severe headaches(migraines so severe multiple doctors thought I was having seizures), lactation even though I'm not pregnant, severe heat intolerance, unexplained weight gain, etc.
These are my recent labs. My endocrinologist wants me to get a CT scan of my adrenals, but not until I've tried 3 months of taking Irish Sea Moss and Gaia Herb supplements. He says he's doing this because my test results for my testosterone weren't elevated and he thinks this will bring down my DHEA-S levels, but I'm a bit skeptical. I just don't understand why or how this would help them. Can someone explain?
He also ordered repeat testing again in 3 months and marked the diagnostic code as PCOS, which I find strange because I was told I didn't have PCOS and that my ovaries/uterus looked perfect.
I'm a 5'7 female who weighs about 155 lbs. I take Adderall, Risperidone, Xanax, Metformin, and combination birth control pills.
Should I be concerned? Should I find a new endocrinologist, or does this approach make sense? My dad also has multiple endocrine neoplasia.
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These are my recent labs. My endocrinologist wants me to get a CT scan of my adrenals, but not until I've tried 3 months of taking Irish Sea Moss and Gaia Herb supplements. He says he's doing this because my test results for my testosterone weren't elevated and he thinks this will bring down my DHEA-S levels, but I'm a bit skeptical. I just don't understand why or how this would help them. Can someone explain?
He also ordered repeat testing again in 3 months and marked the diagnostic code as PCOS, which I find strange because I was told I didn't have PCOS and that my ovaries/uterus looked perfect.
I'm a 5'7 female who weighs about 155 lbs. I take Adderall, Risperidone, Xanax, Metformin, and combination birth control pills.
Should I be concerned? Should I find a new endocrinologist, or does this approach make sense? My dad also has multiple endocrine neoplasia.
2024.05.15 04:11 Economy_Row4763 Can I do physical therapy before starting workout for injury prevention even if I’m not in pain?
If I want to start a somewhat risky sport like gymnastics, can I go to physical therapy for injury prevention to build some muscles for the area that most likely to cause injuries? and also take advice from pt on that sport based on my body mechanics? Will my insurance allow me to do that even if I don’t have pain? FYI im in the US
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2024.05.15 04:11 lonesomedove86 Does this count for palms touching the ground?
 | I hope I’m getting close to a diagnosis- my main symptom is unbearable joint pain, mainly knees, hips, and ankles. I’ve had back surgery once already- currently have 2 herniations, 3 bulging discs, mild scoliosis, facet arthropothy, degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis and probably something else I’m forgetting- I’m already seeing a spine dr currently for those issues. I’ve always been extremely flexible. I’m 38 years old. I can easily do all the things on the Beighton test. submitted by lonesomedove86 to hypermobileEDS [link] [comments] |
2024.05.15 04:11 SufferingAirman ULPT: Is There Anyway For Me To Get Seen By A Doctor For An MRI Without It Going On My Permanent Medical Record?
Hello everyone. I’m a 21 year old Male seeking any and all advice on how to keep my health a secret from the United States Government.
I want to join the U.S. Air Force. I have since I was 6. I have been an Army brat my whole life and I got an 84 on the ASVAB & was on the right path to do that and I suddenly was bitten by a tick. It turned my life upside down. The amount of fatigue and joint pain I feel on a daily basis is borderline crippling but I still want to serve my country. I genuinely wouldn’t be happier doing anything else but I legitimately cannot run because of my pain. I can endure it but not for long. I want to go to the doctor but I don’t want the Air Force to get their hands on the records because it would almost certainly permanently disqualify me.
Please keep in mind that when you join the U.S. Military, you have to sign over any and all medical documents which will confirm or deny any information you’ve given your recruiter, hence me not reporting joint pain would most likely come up in a medical document review especially with the U.S. Government’s new Genesis system which is designed to scour almost every health providers system for your name or other individual markers like your SSN or your birthdate etc.
Getting this procedure done in the proper channels will likely end up with me getting caught in the long run. On the other hand not getting seen by a doctor is genuinely painful and won’t allow me enough time to train my legs after an extensive physical therapy period. A constant above moderate 7 pain in both legs. As it stands now, I certainly couldn’t run 26 minutes without serious physical repercussions (yes you run that far in Air Force Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio Lackland Air Force Base to train for the 1.5 mile run which is 60% of yo overall PT Score.)
This illness has seriously affected my quality of life. I want nothing more than to find a cure or any kind of relief so I can be the man I always wanted to be: A U.S. Airman.
Im under the impression I need an MRI to scan the tissues on my leg as the pain is centralized mostly around the lower part of my thigh right above my knee. I believe most people refer to it as quadriceps tendonitis but I’m no doctor. That’s just what I’ve been able to gather from the internet over the last 3 years. At home treatments for Quadriceps Tendonitis have yield no results in minimizing my pain. I need help but I don’t want it to affect my future. I wouldn’t be happy in another career field. I genuinely don’t know what I’d do if I had to be a civilian. No disrespect to civilians of course.
Please help me. Anything. If you can suggest a doctor anywhere in the Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma Arkansas area that would do an MRI off the books for some extra cash please let me know or if there’s some way I can lie about my name and not go to jail that’s be awesome too.
I can’t begin to tell you how much it would mean to me if I was to get any kind of relief and fulfill my dream. Yes, before anyone gets all uppity about it I’m aware that lying to the federal government is a crime however plenty of patriots join every year despite the risk. Please afford me the opportunity to do the same. Aim High.
TL;DR: I need to get an MRI done as soon as possible to get my joints looked at and take any preventative measures possible to reverse or stop and degeneration I have as well as combat any tick-borne illnesses without it being on my permanent medical record. Please help me. Thank you in advance for your replies 🇺🇸
Edit: I’m not particularly sure why so many of us think I’m lying, Making something up, or “Karma-farming” whatever that is? This is a new “throwaway” because I really don’t want to be associated with having possibly done something illegal? I have significantly better things to do than whine on the internet for no reason? I simply and sincerely just want help guys. If you don’t have any or don’t want to give me any, that’s fine but please do move along. I really am just looking for relief. Thank you for understanding.
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I want to join the U.S. Air Force. I have since I was 6. I have been an Army brat my whole life and I got an 84 on the ASVAB & was on the right path to do that and I suddenly was bitten by a tick. It turned my life upside down. The amount of fatigue and joint pain I feel on a daily basis is borderline crippling but I still want to serve my country. I genuinely wouldn’t be happier doing anything else but I legitimately cannot run because of my pain. I can endure it but not for long. I want to go to the doctor but I don’t want the Air Force to get their hands on the records because it would almost certainly permanently disqualify me.
Please keep in mind that when you join the U.S. Military, you have to sign over any and all medical documents which will confirm or deny any information you’ve given your recruiter, hence me not reporting joint pain would most likely come up in a medical document review especially with the U.S. Government’s new Genesis system which is designed to scour almost every health providers system for your name or other individual markers like your SSN or your birthdate etc.
Getting this procedure done in the proper channels will likely end up with me getting caught in the long run. On the other hand not getting seen by a doctor is genuinely painful and won’t allow me enough time to train my legs after an extensive physical therapy period. A constant above moderate 7 pain in both legs. As it stands now, I certainly couldn’t run 26 minutes without serious physical repercussions (yes you run that far in Air Force Basic Military Training at Joint Base San Antonio Lackland Air Force Base to train for the 1.5 mile run which is 60% of yo overall PT Score.)
This illness has seriously affected my quality of life. I want nothing more than to find a cure or any kind of relief so I can be the man I always wanted to be: A U.S. Airman.
Im under the impression I need an MRI to scan the tissues on my leg as the pain is centralized mostly around the lower part of my thigh right above my knee. I believe most people refer to it as quadriceps tendonitis but I’m no doctor. That’s just what I’ve been able to gather from the internet over the last 3 years. At home treatments for Quadriceps Tendonitis have yield no results in minimizing my pain. I need help but I don’t want it to affect my future. I wouldn’t be happy in another career field. I genuinely don’t know what I’d do if I had to be a civilian. No disrespect to civilians of course.
Please help me. Anything. If you can suggest a doctor anywhere in the Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma Arkansas area that would do an MRI off the books for some extra cash please let me know or if there’s some way I can lie about my name and not go to jail that’s be awesome too.
I can’t begin to tell you how much it would mean to me if I was to get any kind of relief and fulfill my dream. Yes, before anyone gets all uppity about it I’m aware that lying to the federal government is a crime however plenty of patriots join every year despite the risk. Please afford me the opportunity to do the same. Aim High.
TL;DR: I need to get an MRI done as soon as possible to get my joints looked at and take any preventative measures possible to reverse or stop and degeneration I have as well as combat any tick-borne illnesses without it being on my permanent medical record. Please help me. Thank you in advance for your replies 🇺🇸
Edit: I’m not particularly sure why so many of us think I’m lying, Making something up, or “Karma-farming” whatever that is? This is a new “throwaway” because I really don’t want to be associated with having possibly done something illegal? I have significantly better things to do than whine on the internet for no reason? I simply and sincerely just want help guys. If you don’t have any or don’t want to give me any, that’s fine but please do move along. I really am just looking for relief. Thank you for understanding.
2024.05.15 04:00 godslonely-man Bentyl relaxed my muscles too much help ?
(18F) (no prior health conditions, I don’t take any medication) 3 weeks ago my mother gave me one bentyl from her prescription and it left my lower abdomen and pelvis just feeling weird and “”paralyzed”” the day after all the way until today ? I do not have ibs so this side effect is weird to me and I’ve been to the doctors various time and did X-rays and one ultrasound and they all told me I was mildly constipated and had gas. i cannot even properly release gas because my abdomen feels too weak to push it out so I just get bloated. I get weird little twinges or pinches on the creases of my groin and my abdomen now and then. the thing i dont understand , how can one pill leave side effects like that for this long? I have never gotten constipated in my life until I took that medicine. my muscles I use to push bowel movements or gas feel weak and I only do small stools that I have to slightly strain for than before I took that pill. Could that pill have caused some sort of muscle weakness / slow digestion ? I see a gi next month but I just wanna know if this isn’t something I should be constantly worried about till then ?
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2024.05.15 03:56 PlayerREDvPlayerBLUE The New Eden Conflict
Chapter Two - Part One
Second Half
__________________
Beginning of Entry…
StarDate: Redacted
Perspective: Major Commander Michael Irons
Species: Human, Humanoid Mammalian Species, no tail.
Description: 5 feet 2 inches [1.6 meters] to 6 feet 9 inches [2.1 meters] average height. 185 lbs [84 kilograms] average weight.
Longevity: 70 to 500-year life expectancy with life extension medical tech.
Unique Trait: Resilience and Indomitable Will.
Place: New Paris (Capital City)
Location: New Eden Prime
In the early hours, as the dawn cast a pallid light over New Eden Prime, the situation unfolded with urgent clarity. Major Commander Michael Irons, alongside Captain Adam Richter, adjusted his Raider armor, his eyes scanning the horizon where the silhouettes of enemy ships began to materialize. Both men were seasoned veterans, their faces etched with the lines of many battles, their demeanor calm yet alert. They awaited instructions as they stood amid the bustling rally point filled with soldiers and militia.
Their focus shifted as Colonel Nick Estrada approached, his imposing figure cutting through the morning mist, the tension palpable in the air. The urgency of the situation had drawn commanders and soldiers alike, all responding to the blare of alarms that had roused the colony from sleep and into action. Colonel Nick Estrada approached, his presence commanding immediate attention. His frame was not just physically imposing but carried the authority of a man who had seen countless skirmishes and emerged victorious. The commanders snapped to attention, though the informality of the crisis allowed for a quicker exchange.
Colonel Estrada, known for his strategic acumen, surveyed the gathered officers before speaking. "Gentlemen," he began, his voice carrying over the crowd. "Major Commander Irons, Captain Richter, the enemy fleet is now visible. We're seeing a full spectrum—we're up against a formidable enemy. Reconnaissance has identified a significant fleet composition—strike craft, corvettes, frigates, and troop transports. They're not just probing our defenses; they're here for a full-scale invasion."
Major Commander Irons nodded solemnly, absorbing the gravity of the situation. The enemy's intentions were clear: to overwhelm and conquer. "Do we have any intel on their motivations, sir?" he asked, his mind racing through potential strategies.
Estrada's eyes narrowed as he reviewed the latest data on his tactical pad. "Current assessments suggest their primary objective could be resource acquisition or territory expansion. Given the organized nature of their fleet, we can't rule out the possibility of them establishing a forward operating base," he explained, his finger tracing possible invasion routes on the holographic display before them.
Irons' jaw tightened at the assessment. "Have we identified their point of origin or any specific markings that could tell us who we're dealing with?" he asked, his mind racing through the catalog of known hostile factions and their usual tactics.
Captain Richter, ever the tactician, chimed in, "If we can disrupt their landing operations and take out their troop transports, we might slow their advance and buy us some time to fortify positions."
"Not yet," Estrada replied, turning to gaze at the display screen that showed the advancing ships. "Their configurations are unfamiliar, which suggests they're not from any known hostile group within our usual conflict zones. This could be a new player or a proxy force from a rival colony. But it's clear they want New Eden, as the orbital forces were obliterated in minutes."
Estrada, after careful consideration, turned to face the digital map highlighting strategic points around the colony. 'That's a start, but we need a comprehensive plan,' he declared. 'Irons, your units will be crucial in the eastern sector, where their fleet appears most concentrated. Richter, your teams will be our shield in the orbital defenses; we cannot allow them to establish a foothold there."
Richter chimed in, his voice steady despite the escalating tension. "We need to assess their capabilities and intentions quickly. Are they aiming for strategic locations, or is this an outright attempt to overwhelm and occupy?"
Estrada nodded, his eyes narrowing as he processed the information. "Our immediate objective is to hold them at bay and protect civilian areas. I've already ordered evacuations where necessary. Irons, I need your units to fortify the eastern sector. It's closest to their projected landing sites."
"And I'll take the western approach," Richter added quickly. "It has fewer natural barriers, so I'll set up mobile defenses there."
Estrada approved with a brisk nod. "Good. I'll coordinate the orbital defenses to cover your flanks. We can't let them gain a foothold. Whatever their motive, it ends here."
The officers acknowledged their orders, understanding the critical nature of their tasks. Estrada continued. "We'll use the tram system for rapid redeployment. Keep your communications lines open, and expect dynamic orders. We need to be as adaptable as they are aggressive."
As the meeting drew to a close, Major Commander Irons felt the weight of responsibility settling on his shoulders. The survival of New Eden Prime hinged not only on their military prowess but also on their ability to outmaneuver an enemy whose capabilities remained largely shrouded in mystery.
With a final nod from Estrada, Irons and Richter dispersed to relay orders to execute their assignments; Irons felt the weight of the imminent conflict pressing down. Each step they took was heavy with the resolve to protect their home, knowing the enemy loomed just beyond the horizon, ready to test the mettle of New Eden's defenders. This wasn't just another border skirmish or a pirate raid. The scale of the invasion suggested a well-planned offensive by a formidable enemy.
Returning to his command post, Irons pulled up the tactical displays, which showed live feeds from drones and satellites tracking the enemy's advance. Each ship was marked in red and moved steadily towards New Eden's defensive perimeter.
"Let's show them what New Eden is made of," he muttered to himself, a mix of resolve and anticipation coursing through his veins.
This was his colony, his home, where his family and millions of others lived and dreamed of a peaceful future among the stars. Today, the peace and survival of the colony depended on his actions and those of his comrades.
As the first enemy ships entered range, Irons gave the order. "All units, engage at will. Prioritize frigates and anything making landfall. We hold the line, no matter what."
Back at the rally point, as shells began to crisscross the morning sky and the first explosions blossomed in the distance, Estrada and Richter coordinated their sectors' defenses, adjusting to the flow of battle. Each report, each burst of static on the comms, added to the day's growing chorus—a chorus filled with the sounds of a colony defending its very existence.
Above them, the sky turned from morning gray to the dark of smoke and fire, the battle for New Eden truly underway. As the alien forces made their ground assault on New Paris, Major Commander Michael Irons quickly marshaled his defensive strategies. The invaders had exploited a slight weakness at the equator of the planet's shield, where the northern and southern fields met, allowing a fraction of their invasion force to penetrate. This strategic breach had permitted several enemy corvettes and frigates to support the ground troops as they marched toward the city.
The morning sky, once clear and promising, was now darkened by the presence of enemy ships. Their shadows cast an ominous pall over the city as their engines roared menacingly overhead. Irons, stationed at the command post just on the outskirts of New Paris, observed the advancing enemy through his binoculars, his heart racing with adrenaline and cold determination.
Despite the thinning of their numbers due to the shield's resistance, the invaders pushed forward with relentless determination. Their landing crafts, equipped to penetrate the weakened shield points by slowing their descent, deployed troops directly into the fray. This strategic insertion allowed them to bypass the stronger defenses and land a significant force just outside the protective barrier of New Paris.
Irons, stationed at the command post, monitored the unfolding chaos through live drone feeds. The images displayed a grim tableau: columns of alien soldiers advancing toward the city, their movements methodical and unhurried, supported by the ominous silhouettes of their air support. The enemy's tactical acumen was evident in every maneuver, challenging the defenders of New Eden to adapt swiftly.
"Prepare all air defense units and activate the aerial defense batteries," Irons commanded into the comm, his voice steady despite the escalating threat. The air around him buzzed with the hurried movements of soldiers and the crackling of radio communications. The colony's air defense force, though robust, was significantly outnumbered without the support of their orbital fleet, which had been decimated in earlier skirmishes. "Target their air support first. We cut off the head, and the body will falter."
Acknowledgments crackled through his earpiece as his orders were relayed down the chain of command. New Eden's air defense force, though robust, was not designed for such a multifaceted assault. The absence of fleet support from orbit, a disadvantage painfully felt by every soldier on the ground, meant that each shot from the aerial defense batteries had to count.
On the battlefield, the sounds of warfare escalated. Explosions rippled across the early morning sky, painting it with streaks of fire as the colony's defenses engaged the invading air units. Irons watched as each successful strike brought down an enemy craft, each plummeting vessel a small victory in the shadow of an overwhelming threat.
Yet, even as they held the line against the aerial assault, the ground forces braced for the inevitable confrontation. The alien troops, undeterred by the resistance from above, continued their steady march towards New Paris. Their ranks, though reduced, remained formidable—a sea of figures clad in armor that glinted under the rising sun, their weapons poised for battle.
"The shields are holding, but we can't let them gain any more ground," Irons muttered, analyzing the tactical map that glowed with indicators of enemy movement. The slight gap in the shield at the equator was a glaring risk, one that could not be ignored. "Reroute additional units to the southern sector," he instructed, pointing to the area where the shield's weakness was most pronounced. "Fortify our positions there. I don't want a single invader breaking through."
His focus then shifted to the city's defenses. New Paris, a symbol of human resilience and ingenuity on the frontier, was fortified with multiple layers of defenses designed to repel invaders and protect its citizens. But today, those defenses would face their greatest test.
"We're on our own," Irons acknowledged, his gaze sweeping across the room filled with operators and strategists. "Every soldier, every pilot—we're what stands between them and the city. We hold them here, at the edge, before they can reach the heart of our home."
As the enemy's ground forces drew closer, the clash became imminent. Irons could see the front lines through the drones—human soldiers taking positions, their bodies tense with anticipation, their weapons trained on the approaching threat. The air crackled with the energy of impending combat, a mixture of fear, determination, and the indomitable will to protect their planet.
"Engage at maximum range," Irons commanded. "Use the terrain to our advantage. Make them come to us through the kill zones."
The enemy's corvettes and frigates hovered menacingly, coordinating the ground troops as they continued their relentless march toward the city's defenses. Irons could see the troops adjusting their formations and a tactical maneuver meant to optimize their approach under cover of their aerial support.
"Focus fire on those corvettes flanking to the east," Irons directed, pointing to the screens displaying satellite imagery. The operators quickly relayed his commands, adjusting the colony's firepower towards the threatening vessels.
Despite the heavy onslaught, the morale among Irons' men was resolute. They were well-trained and prepared to defend their home against all odds. The sound of anti-aircraft fire filled the air, a relentless symphony of defiance against the invading forces. Explosions lit up the morning sky as some of the enemy crafts took hits, their debris raining down and igniting small fires upon the rugged terrain of New Eden Prime.
Irons turned his attention back to the ground troops, noting the enemy's attempt to regroup after each barrage. "They're testing our defenses, looking for weak points. Make sure all sectors are covered and reinforce any undermanned positions," he instructed his lieutenants.
The battle was fierce, with every moment critical. The enemy's numerical advantage was evident, but the defenders of New Paris were determined to make every shot count. The city's aerial defense batteries worked in overdrive, targeting the enemy's air support in an attempt to level the playing field. The city's shield generators protected the city from any aerial bombardment from the frigates. Only the ground forces were a threat as long as the city's shield generators held, but with every strike from those frigates, the shield became weaker.
As the enemy advanced, a sudden and intense firefight erupted at the southern barricade. Irons watched through surveillance feeds as his troops engaged the enemy, their laser rifles cutting through the morning mist. The ground shook with the impact of heavy artillery, a relentless exchange that tested the resolve of every soldier under his command.
"Keep the pressure on! Push them back!" Irons shouted over the radio, his voice a beacon of command amidst the chaos. The troops responded with renewed vigor, their shouts and gunfire merging into the cacophony of battle.
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Second Half
__________________
Beginning of Entry…
StarDate: Redacted
Perspective: Major Commander Michael Irons
Species: Human, Humanoid Mammalian Species, no tail.
Description: 5 feet 2 inches [1.6 meters] to 6 feet 9 inches [2.1 meters] average height. 185 lbs [84 kilograms] average weight.
Longevity: 70 to 500-year life expectancy with life extension medical tech.
Unique Trait: Resilience and Indomitable Will.
Place: New Paris (Capital City)
Location: New Eden Prime
In the early hours, as the dawn cast a pallid light over New Eden Prime, the situation unfolded with urgent clarity. Major Commander Michael Irons, alongside Captain Adam Richter, adjusted his Raider armor, his eyes scanning the horizon where the silhouettes of enemy ships began to materialize. Both men were seasoned veterans, their faces etched with the lines of many battles, their demeanor calm yet alert. They awaited instructions as they stood amid the bustling rally point filled with soldiers and militia.
Their focus shifted as Colonel Nick Estrada approached, his imposing figure cutting through the morning mist, the tension palpable in the air. The urgency of the situation had drawn commanders and soldiers alike, all responding to the blare of alarms that had roused the colony from sleep and into action. Colonel Nick Estrada approached, his presence commanding immediate attention. His frame was not just physically imposing but carried the authority of a man who had seen countless skirmishes and emerged victorious. The commanders snapped to attention, though the informality of the crisis allowed for a quicker exchange.
Colonel Estrada, known for his strategic acumen, surveyed the gathered officers before speaking. "Gentlemen," he began, his voice carrying over the crowd. "Major Commander Irons, Captain Richter, the enemy fleet is now visible. We're seeing a full spectrum—we're up against a formidable enemy. Reconnaissance has identified a significant fleet composition—strike craft, corvettes, frigates, and troop transports. They're not just probing our defenses; they're here for a full-scale invasion."
Major Commander Irons nodded solemnly, absorbing the gravity of the situation. The enemy's intentions were clear: to overwhelm and conquer. "Do we have any intel on their motivations, sir?" he asked, his mind racing through potential strategies.
Estrada's eyes narrowed as he reviewed the latest data on his tactical pad. "Current assessments suggest their primary objective could be resource acquisition or territory expansion. Given the organized nature of their fleet, we can't rule out the possibility of them establishing a forward operating base," he explained, his finger tracing possible invasion routes on the holographic display before them.
Irons' jaw tightened at the assessment. "Have we identified their point of origin or any specific markings that could tell us who we're dealing with?" he asked, his mind racing through the catalog of known hostile factions and their usual tactics.
Captain Richter, ever the tactician, chimed in, "If we can disrupt their landing operations and take out their troop transports, we might slow their advance and buy us some time to fortify positions."
"Not yet," Estrada replied, turning to gaze at the display screen that showed the advancing ships. "Their configurations are unfamiliar, which suggests they're not from any known hostile group within our usual conflict zones. This could be a new player or a proxy force from a rival colony. But it's clear they want New Eden, as the orbital forces were obliterated in minutes."
Estrada, after careful consideration, turned to face the digital map highlighting strategic points around the colony. 'That's a start, but we need a comprehensive plan,' he declared. 'Irons, your units will be crucial in the eastern sector, where their fleet appears most concentrated. Richter, your teams will be our shield in the orbital defenses; we cannot allow them to establish a foothold there."
Richter chimed in, his voice steady despite the escalating tension. "We need to assess their capabilities and intentions quickly. Are they aiming for strategic locations, or is this an outright attempt to overwhelm and occupy?"
Estrada nodded, his eyes narrowing as he processed the information. "Our immediate objective is to hold them at bay and protect civilian areas. I've already ordered evacuations where necessary. Irons, I need your units to fortify the eastern sector. It's closest to their projected landing sites."
"And I'll take the western approach," Richter added quickly. "It has fewer natural barriers, so I'll set up mobile defenses there."
Estrada approved with a brisk nod. "Good. I'll coordinate the orbital defenses to cover your flanks. We can't let them gain a foothold. Whatever their motive, it ends here."
The officers acknowledged their orders, understanding the critical nature of their tasks. Estrada continued. "We'll use the tram system for rapid redeployment. Keep your communications lines open, and expect dynamic orders. We need to be as adaptable as they are aggressive."
As the meeting drew to a close, Major Commander Irons felt the weight of responsibility settling on his shoulders. The survival of New Eden Prime hinged not only on their military prowess but also on their ability to outmaneuver an enemy whose capabilities remained largely shrouded in mystery.
With a final nod from Estrada, Irons and Richter dispersed to relay orders to execute their assignments; Irons felt the weight of the imminent conflict pressing down. Each step they took was heavy with the resolve to protect their home, knowing the enemy loomed just beyond the horizon, ready to test the mettle of New Eden's defenders. This wasn't just another border skirmish or a pirate raid. The scale of the invasion suggested a well-planned offensive by a formidable enemy.
Returning to his command post, Irons pulled up the tactical displays, which showed live feeds from drones and satellites tracking the enemy's advance. Each ship was marked in red and moved steadily towards New Eden's defensive perimeter.
"Let's show them what New Eden is made of," he muttered to himself, a mix of resolve and anticipation coursing through his veins.
This was his colony, his home, where his family and millions of others lived and dreamed of a peaceful future among the stars. Today, the peace and survival of the colony depended on his actions and those of his comrades.
As the first enemy ships entered range, Irons gave the order. "All units, engage at will. Prioritize frigates and anything making landfall. We hold the line, no matter what."
Back at the rally point, as shells began to crisscross the morning sky and the first explosions blossomed in the distance, Estrada and Richter coordinated their sectors' defenses, adjusting to the flow of battle. Each report, each burst of static on the comms, added to the day's growing chorus—a chorus filled with the sounds of a colony defending its very existence.
Above them, the sky turned from morning gray to the dark of smoke and fire, the battle for New Eden truly underway. As the alien forces made their ground assault on New Paris, Major Commander Michael Irons quickly marshaled his defensive strategies. The invaders had exploited a slight weakness at the equator of the planet's shield, where the northern and southern fields met, allowing a fraction of their invasion force to penetrate. This strategic breach had permitted several enemy corvettes and frigates to support the ground troops as they marched toward the city.
The morning sky, once clear and promising, was now darkened by the presence of enemy ships. Their shadows cast an ominous pall over the city as their engines roared menacingly overhead. Irons, stationed at the command post just on the outskirts of New Paris, observed the advancing enemy through his binoculars, his heart racing with adrenaline and cold determination.
Despite the thinning of their numbers due to the shield's resistance, the invaders pushed forward with relentless determination. Their landing crafts, equipped to penetrate the weakened shield points by slowing their descent, deployed troops directly into the fray. This strategic insertion allowed them to bypass the stronger defenses and land a significant force just outside the protective barrier of New Paris.
Irons, stationed at the command post, monitored the unfolding chaos through live drone feeds. The images displayed a grim tableau: columns of alien soldiers advancing toward the city, their movements methodical and unhurried, supported by the ominous silhouettes of their air support. The enemy's tactical acumen was evident in every maneuver, challenging the defenders of New Eden to adapt swiftly.
"Prepare all air defense units and activate the aerial defense batteries," Irons commanded into the comm, his voice steady despite the escalating threat. The air around him buzzed with the hurried movements of soldiers and the crackling of radio communications. The colony's air defense force, though robust, was significantly outnumbered without the support of their orbital fleet, which had been decimated in earlier skirmishes. "Target their air support first. We cut off the head, and the body will falter."
Acknowledgments crackled through his earpiece as his orders were relayed down the chain of command. New Eden's air defense force, though robust, was not designed for such a multifaceted assault. The absence of fleet support from orbit, a disadvantage painfully felt by every soldier on the ground, meant that each shot from the aerial defense batteries had to count.
On the battlefield, the sounds of warfare escalated. Explosions rippled across the early morning sky, painting it with streaks of fire as the colony's defenses engaged the invading air units. Irons watched as each successful strike brought down an enemy craft, each plummeting vessel a small victory in the shadow of an overwhelming threat.
Yet, even as they held the line against the aerial assault, the ground forces braced for the inevitable confrontation. The alien troops, undeterred by the resistance from above, continued their steady march towards New Paris. Their ranks, though reduced, remained formidable—a sea of figures clad in armor that glinted under the rising sun, their weapons poised for battle.
"The shields are holding, but we can't let them gain any more ground," Irons muttered, analyzing the tactical map that glowed with indicators of enemy movement. The slight gap in the shield at the equator was a glaring risk, one that could not be ignored. "Reroute additional units to the southern sector," he instructed, pointing to the area where the shield's weakness was most pronounced. "Fortify our positions there. I don't want a single invader breaking through."
His focus then shifted to the city's defenses. New Paris, a symbol of human resilience and ingenuity on the frontier, was fortified with multiple layers of defenses designed to repel invaders and protect its citizens. But today, those defenses would face their greatest test.
"We're on our own," Irons acknowledged, his gaze sweeping across the room filled with operators and strategists. "Every soldier, every pilot—we're what stands between them and the city. We hold them here, at the edge, before they can reach the heart of our home."
As the enemy's ground forces drew closer, the clash became imminent. Irons could see the front lines through the drones—human soldiers taking positions, their bodies tense with anticipation, their weapons trained on the approaching threat. The air crackled with the energy of impending combat, a mixture of fear, determination, and the indomitable will to protect their planet.
"Engage at maximum range," Irons commanded. "Use the terrain to our advantage. Make them come to us through the kill zones."
The enemy's corvettes and frigates hovered menacingly, coordinating the ground troops as they continued their relentless march toward the city's defenses. Irons could see the troops adjusting their formations and a tactical maneuver meant to optimize their approach under cover of their aerial support.
"Focus fire on those corvettes flanking to the east," Irons directed, pointing to the screens displaying satellite imagery. The operators quickly relayed his commands, adjusting the colony's firepower towards the threatening vessels.
Despite the heavy onslaught, the morale among Irons' men was resolute. They were well-trained and prepared to defend their home against all odds. The sound of anti-aircraft fire filled the air, a relentless symphony of defiance against the invading forces. Explosions lit up the morning sky as some of the enemy crafts took hits, their debris raining down and igniting small fires upon the rugged terrain of New Eden Prime.
Irons turned his attention back to the ground troops, noting the enemy's attempt to regroup after each barrage. "They're testing our defenses, looking for weak points. Make sure all sectors are covered and reinforce any undermanned positions," he instructed his lieutenants.
The battle was fierce, with every moment critical. The enemy's numerical advantage was evident, but the defenders of New Paris were determined to make every shot count. The city's aerial defense batteries worked in overdrive, targeting the enemy's air support in an attempt to level the playing field. The city's shield generators protected the city from any aerial bombardment from the frigates. Only the ground forces were a threat as long as the city's shield generators held, but with every strike from those frigates, the shield became weaker.
As the enemy advanced, a sudden and intense firefight erupted at the southern barricade. Irons watched through surveillance feeds as his troops engaged the enemy, their laser rifles cutting through the morning mist. The ground shook with the impact of heavy artillery, a relentless exchange that tested the resolve of every soldier under his command.
"Keep the pressure on! Push them back!" Irons shouted over the radio, his voice a beacon of command amidst the chaos. The troops responded with renewed vigor, their shouts and gunfire merging into the cacophony of battle.
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2024.05.15 03:54 Enough-Future-7002 Endocrinologist recommending Irish Sea Moss and Gaia Herbs to reduce DHEA-S?
 | Hi Reddit. This sub looks kind of dead but if anyone can help me out here it would be much appreciated. My DHEAS levels have been almost 700 the last two times I got tested. I don't have a stressful life, and I don't have PCOS according to the ultrasound attached, and am experiencing symptoms like acne, suuuuper itchy skin, extreme tiredness and fatigue, frequent panic attacks, muscle cramps, pain on my left side, severe headaches(migraines so severe multiple doctors thought I was having seizures), lactation even though I'm not pregnant, severe heat intolerance, unexplained weight gain, etc. submitted by Enough-Future-7002 to endocrinology [link] [comments] These are my recent labs. My endocrinologist wants me to get a CT scan of my adrenals, but not until I've tried 3 months of taking Irish Sea Moss and Gaia Herb supplements. He says he's doing this because my test results for my testosterone weren't elevated and he thinks this will bring down my DHEA-S levels, but I'm a bit skeptical. I just don't understand why or how this would help them. Can someone explain? He also ordered repeat testing again in 3 months and marked the diagnostic code as PCOS, which I find strange because I was told I didn't have PCOS and that my ovaries/uterus looked perfect. I'm a 5'7 female who weighs about 155 lbs. I take Adderall, Risperidone, Xanax, Metformin, and combination birth control pills. Should I be concerned? Should I find a new endocrinologist, or does this approach make sense? My dad also has multiple endocrine neoplasia. |
2024.05.15 03:44 phillip-price annoying very slight pain/weakness when bending knee
after trying out some squats with a wider stance and toes pointed out (at advice of my coach), i've noticed a minor pain/annoyance in my right knee that typically only appears when bending the knee 30 degrees away from thigh (so right before i sit on my knees).
it doesn't affect anything with my day to day: i can walk, jump, run, go up and down stairs fine.
the "pain" is also really mild. it's more a slight weakness and sensitivity than anything, and tbh it's more the psychological worry that it could turn into something bigger that is of greater concern.
i went to a doc and he wasn't that helpful; said to just rest it (have been resting for a couple months now). went to a sports medicine doc who said that they could do ultrasound and MRI ($$$) but based on my symptoms he doubted anything substantial would show up.
i am guessing the pain is somewhere in the LCL and meniscus area. seems to get better when massaging inner thigh and IT band which makes me think it's muscle related?
anyone else felt something similar? having to "take it easy" from my regular workout routine (e.g., no heavy squats) is starting to drive me insane lol
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it doesn't affect anything with my day to day: i can walk, jump, run, go up and down stairs fine.
the "pain" is also really mild. it's more a slight weakness and sensitivity than anything, and tbh it's more the psychological worry that it could turn into something bigger that is of greater concern.
i went to a doc and he wasn't that helpful; said to just rest it (have been resting for a couple months now). went to a sports medicine doc who said that they could do ultrasound and MRI ($$$) but based on my symptoms he doubted anything substantial would show up.
i am guessing the pain is somewhere in the LCL and meniscus area. seems to get better when massaging inner thigh and IT band which makes me think it's muscle related?
anyone else felt something similar? having to "take it easy" from my regular workout routine (e.g., no heavy squats) is starting to drive me insane lol
2024.05.15 03:43 cortez1O Muscle weakness
Had a full thyroidectomy 5 years ago. I've had muscle weakness in my legs and it's been harder to gain muscle as I used to.
I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer so they have been suppressing me to below 1 tsh.
My most recent tsh was .33
I take 175 mcg 6 days a week and a half pill one day.
Anyone else have any similar issues?
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I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer so they have been suppressing me to below 1 tsh.
My most recent tsh was .33
I take 175 mcg 6 days a week and a half pill one day.
Anyone else have any similar issues?