I'm finally looking at binders to get and I'm trying to figure out which type because apparently there's a lot. I saw this front zipping one that i think wouldn't be as painful to take on and off as the other ones, but I want to know if there's any other reccomendations
Haven't really seen this talked about much since yknow its like a combo of 2 niche communities but I found this subreddit and wanted to vent a little.
Shit hit the fan a year after starting e. I'm not diagnosed yet but after a year of negative tests I learned about eds and everything finally made sense. Its almost 3 years since starting e now.
I keep supressing the thought that quitting estrogen would fix me. Like part of me hopes I'm wrong because voluntarily detransitioning might be more devastating than becoming disabled was. But at the same time idk how much longer I can mentally put up with chronic pain. I guess I'm just asking for comfort and if people can relate or have experience. Please don't give me other advice it will pmo.
So I've had suspected hypermobility for several years. Went to the doctors due to regular discomfort and pain and it was basically 'oh yeah you're hypermobile but it shouldn't cause pain'. I explained it did, unfortunately, and then had numerous appointments, blood tests, all that fun stuff.
At the moment my main problem areas are shoulders and knees. They are pretty much in constant pain - I use ibuprofen gel and ice packs and stuff but it only really provides temporary relief. I used to walk everywhere, now I cannot walk for more than five minutes without pain. I use a walking stick and have a wheelchair for longer distances.
It has been a very quick deterioration of my body which I'm finding it difficult to manage - I guess I just wanted to find folk with similar stories!
I'm transmasc btw, been on T for around two years.
Wondering if anybody else here has debilitating erythromelalgia and struggles severely with it? I've a suspected case of primary erythromelalgia. Been dealing with this shit since I was born, or at the very least a young child. Only FINALLY got diagnosed recently but have been on/off (due to medical concerns) HRT for a few years now. Now I'm fearful that I can't even take it at all. I'm afraid it has worsened my condition irreparably along with general aging and being forced to survive (work, etc.) in conditions that continuously cause flares. I feel really afraid and alone and don't have any support and was wondering if there are any other unlucky folks who also deal with this condition or have dealt with it. Might delete this post out of fear of being "found", so sorry if I do. >_<
I'm using T-gel since 6 months now (2 pumps a day) and just had my first check up. My T-levels are way over the therapeutic dosage so I was wondering if EDS impacts how I respond to transdermal medications?
I use a rollator at the moment, but I will be getting a wheelchair. Both those can require a decent amount of arm strength/shoulder movement. If anyone can let me know or point me towards another sub where I could ask this would be greatly appreciated