u/Petunia103

I'd really appreciate help in settling this question. I am a retired NY teacher receiving a public pension. As a NYS resident I do not pay state income tax on my pension. If I move to Massachusetts, will my NYS public pension be subject to Massachusetts state income tax? After Googling this subject, my understanding is that I would receive a $20,000 exemption and the rest of my NYS public pension will be taxed, because this is how Massachusetts public pensions are treated by NY for NY residents. My tax preparer says that if I become a Massachusetts resident, my NYS public pension would not be taxed by Massachusetts. Who is correct?

I have been lurking here for a few days and am impressed by the compassion and practical advice offered. I am a woman in her 70's who just tested positive and I am overwhelmed.

I was diagnosed with SIBO four years ago. I was treated with antibiotics and have managed to somewhat control it with diet. Two months ago I experienced my first (as far as I know) Raynaud's episode - my right thumb from the knuckle to the fingertip turned blue/purple, no other fingers were affected. The discoloration faded after a few days, but a few days later it returned, lasted a few days, and then the thumb returned to normal. I went to my vascular specialist who ordered several tests including an Angio CT and Abdominal MRI. Both showed nothing remarkable regarding the heart and lungs. He referred me to a rheumatologist.

I saw the rheumatologist last week and blood tests were done. I received the results via an app over the past few days. The SCL-70 value on both the ANA Panel and the ENA Panel is 2.6 with normal being <1.0. All other test results were negative/normal range.

My SIBO symptoms were strong during the week of the test. I had been away and ate things I normally don't, and I have been experiencing a great deal of personal stress lately. The added anxiety because of these test results is not helping.

My follow-up appointment with the rheumatologist was schedule for ten days from now, but I rescheduled it to be in two days - I can not wait that long. I have spent too much time, I'm sure, Googling this disease and it is overwhelming me. It's all I can think about. I decided to not talk about this with family and friends until I speak to the doctor. And so I am talking to you all.

I don't know how much experience my rheumatologist has with Scleroderma, I will ask her. What other questions should I be asking her? Should I look for a gastroenterologist who has significant experience treating Scleroderma patients? I live in the NYC area where two hospitals have Scleroderma centers, should I contact them? Is there anything else I should be doing?

I would greatly appreciate any advice or encouragement you may offer.

I am new to this sub and am extremely impressed with the scope and depth of knowledge shared here. I am also somewhat overwhelmed with all the new (to me) information.

I washed and dried a favorite fleece blanket at a relative's home and was unaware that she uses unscented dryer sheets which must have left an oily buildup in the dryer. My blanket now feels slick and slimy. How do I get this out? Ammonia in the wash, or citric acid in the rinse, or both, or something else?

I have a very old Kenmore small (1.7 cubic ft) washer that does not have a dispenser. I can only use unscented products and have never used dryer sheets. I have soft water. Typically I wash with Arm & Hammer Free and Clear detergent adding some baking soda, and vinegar in the rinse, but I am here to learn a better routine. Any advice would be much appreciated.

Can anyone recommend a reliable way of buying Yorkshire Gold in the USA? It used to be available in several supermaket chains and on the Vitacost website, but I haven't been able to find it anywhere in awhile. I once ordered it from Amazon and it was clear that the box was old and full of tea dust. I don't want to order from there again. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.