#thyroid symptoms in men

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Your Thyroid, Your Metabolism: How a 30-Second Technique Can Change Your Life After 35

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Dr. Ashish Saini, Consultant Endocrinologist at Kailash Hospital in Greater Noida, is committed to unraveling the nuances of thyroid disorders specifically in male patients.

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In this article, we shed light on male-specific thyroid symptoms, the avenues for treatment, and the importance of seeking expert care.

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Hyperthyroidism: Its Important Symptoms, Causes, Treatment And Lifestyle

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Hysteria isn't a fucking thing

ok fun fact: I'm rapidly becoming a cult favorite doctor among our local privileged elderly white ladies, which I have mixed feelings about, but the #1 reason is that I just don't leap to "anxiety" as an explanation for symptoms unless the patient tells me "I am anxious, and then I feel these symptoms, and when I am not anxious, I don't feel these symptoms."

The sheer number of women I've seen who've been told for years to decades that the only thing wrong with them is anxiety is fucking staggering, in this Year Of Our Lord 2023, and I just keep digging. We checked a basic lab panel, sure. CBC. No anemia. CMP. Kidneys are fine. (Electrolytes are basically always going to be fine if someone is well enough to walk into my office under their own power to talk to me. Exception is mild chronic hyponatremia.) And we check thyroid. TSH and free T4. We check blood sugar. A1c, if the fasting is a little weird. Fasting insulin, if I'm still suspicious. We check cortisol. Inflammatory markers--ESR and CRP.

And eventually, if the symptoms support it, or right away, depending on my level of suspicion, we check rheumatological labs for abnormal autoimmune function. Anti-nuclear antibody. Rheumatoid factor. There's at least a dozen you can check, and which ones you should check is always a matter of debate and also of expertise that I 100% lack. We are out in the sticks. There are no "local" rheumatologists for me to send people to.

But a couple of weeks ago I found a woman--she has bipolar disorder and has been told for decades that's all that's wrong with her--who has an anti-centromere antibody titer that's fucking through the roof. I found an anxious 19-year-old with an ANA of 1:1380. And yesterday I found out why a sweet elderly woman I've seen for a year or two now started feeling crappy months ago: her rheumatoid factor is over 90.

Rheumatological disorders are always difficult. Our understanding of them varies from "pretty good, actually, and here are useful treatments" to "Well I Guess That Exists." Labs aren't always a slam-dunk and even labs plus symptoms can give you misleading impressions. Your immune system can decide that virtually any short chunk of protein is an enemy, and the problem with that is that your body is made up of many, many, many short chunks of proteins, so the odds that you'll develop some kind of antibody against yourself just keeps going up over your lifetime. Immune disorders tend to travel in packs; there's a clear genetic element to it, so the more first-degree relatives (parent, sibling, child) you have with any kind of autoimmune disorder (including Type 1 diabetes), the higher your risk of any kind of autoimmune disorder is, and if you already have one autoimmune disorder, you're at higher risk for developing another one.

But I think it's precisely because they're difficult that a lot of mainstream primary care prefers to pretend they don't exist, rather than try to sift through the utter fucking mess that is Mixed Connective Tissue Disorders, a title that has fallen out of favor since I learned it in my third year of med school. And women are at higher risk for autoimmune disorders than men. And older women are at higher risk than younger women.

So if I, as a family doc, just keep digging, just keep poking at the tangled knot of symptoms, there's a decent chance I will uncover something interesting. Hopefully something treatable. Sometimes we have nothing to treat with, and I just get to offer someone more understanding of their disorder, which feels pretty paltry but is better than the casual dismissal of "You're just anxious."

Never, ever, ever take anxiety as a diagnosis for a symptom other than anxiety. Not even as a rule-out. Keep those symptoms as an open question mark on the patient. Don't say "anxiety" just so you can close the door. And damn sure don't do it to women.

I'm actively working on learning more so I can be more helpful, in our Rheum-less community, so if you have good lectures or books, please drop me a lead.

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🚇#Chiaseeds are high in #Omega3’s which enhance overall moods, reduce irritability #hormone balance, all of which helps to put you in the right mood

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🛫#Avocados are just sexy all together now! Rich in essential fatty acids and B6 both increase male hormone production. They contain potassium, which helps regulate the thyroid gland in women, a gland directly tied to #energy and reaction to hormones.

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🎳Black raspberries are rich in phytochemicals that boost #libido and your ability to feel aroused. The ancient Chinese used them as medicine to boost libido.Experts say consuming 10 blackberries before hitting the bedroom.

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🌰#Walnuts are high in the amino acid arginine, which boosts circulation to the genital area

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🍉#Watermelon contains lycopene which relaxes blood vessels to improve blood flow.

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🎃#PumpkinSeeds are high in #Zinc. Zinc is #vitalfor #testosterone production which affects sexual desire and stamina in both men and women. Zinc deficiencies in men can cause #sexualperformanceproblems. Zinc helps to prevent PMS symptoms in women.

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🇮🇳In India cloves have been used to treat male sexual dysfunction for centuries, Cloves are also high in omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, and vitamin K increasing blood flow to the genitals

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🌵#Ginger is rich in copper, #magnesium and potassium. It is a remarkable anti-nausea food with#antiinflammatory proper tie. lower blood pressure and increase blood flow and it is high in magnesium, copper and potassium

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🍆#Maca is a good source of vitamin C, iron, potassium, and copper, and it has a decent amount of B vitamins. A study showed that 3g of maca daily significantly increased the libido in men and women on antidepressants.

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🎂Maca restore hormonal imbalance and related sexual desire and fertility in both men and women.

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⬇️⬇️Comment below if you know any other foods that turn you on?

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Hormones and their Interaction with the Pain Experience (Katy Vincent and Irene Tracey, 2008)

"One of the most striking physiological differences between men and women is in sex steroid hormones, both the absolute levels and the occurrence of cyclical fluctuations in women.

These hormones are known to be responsible for the embryological development of a male or female phenotype and for successful reproductive function after puberty.

More recently, observations such as the marked differences in pain symptoms between males and females in the period between puberty and the menopause, and the cyclical variations in many clinical pain symptoms in women have suggested that they may also have a role in altering the pain experience. (…)

With the onset of regular ovulation and menstruation, it can be seen that a number of clinical pain conditions show variation in symptom severity across the menstrual cycle.

Clearly the pain of dysmenorrhoea is, by definition, associated with the menstrual cycle, however, the symptoms of temperomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, fibromyalgia, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Interstitial Cystitis (IC) and migraine can also show cyclical variation.

The greatest reports of pain symptoms appear to occur at times of low or rapidly falling estrogen levels and the use of the combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP) to give a more constant hormonal level can improve these symptoms. (…)

From puberty onwards, men have significantly higher levels of testosterone and its metabolites than women.

Testosterone appears to have an analgesic effect protecting against the development of painful conditions such as TMJ pain.

Rheumatoid arthritis patients (both male and female) have been shown to have lower androgen levels than sex-matched controls, and androgen administration improves their symptoms, whilst female workers with lower testosterone levels have more work-related neck and shoulder injuries.

However, investigation of the specific effects of testosterone are complicated by the fact that much is metabolised in vivo to estradiol by aromatase, and this is therefore an issue which needs to be addressed in future studies.

Perhaps one of the more intriguing studies to be published recently explored the effect of systemic hormone administration to both male to female (MtF) and female to male (FtM) transsexuals (n=73) during the process of sex reassignment.

They observed that approximately one third of the MtF subjects developed chronic pain during their treatment with estrogen and androgens, and even those that did not, reported a decreased tolerance to painful events and an enhanced sensitivity to thermal stimuli (both warm and cold).

Of those FtM subjects who had chronic pain before the start of treatment, more than half improved after commencing testosterone treatment, reporting reduced numbers of painful episodes and shorter lengths of those that did occur.

Clearly, psychological effects cannot be ignored in this group of subjects, however, this is the only situation where the hormonal milieu in humans can be ethically altered to that of the opposite gender and therefore gives us interesting insights. (…)

In addition to its sensory aspect, pain is an emotional experience.

It is therefore of interest that the life time patterns in pain symptoms in men and women are closely mirrored by those of mood disorders, though with the addition of a perimenopausal peak in mood disorders.

Comparing post-puberty with pre-puberty, rates of significant depression increased two-fold for boys but more than four-fold for girls.

In Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMD), there is no evidence that abnormal levels of hormones occur (unlike in depression associated with thyroid or pituitary dysfunction), rather, it appears that some women are more sensitive to the mood destabilising effects of these hormones.

It is not inconceivable therefore, that a similar situation may exist for pain."

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FOOD & DRINK

So, Here Are Some Teas That Will Make Your Sex Life So Much Better

SHELLIE R. WARREN

MAR 22, 2023 07:00 AM EST

Even though we’re officially exiting one season (winter) and entering another (spring), that doesn’t mean that your tea game has to slow down. Aside from the fact that springtime tends to still have some pretty chilly nights, there is nothing like a tall glass of herbal iced tea that’s been sweetened with honey and a bit of fresh fruit on the days when it’s warmer outdoors.

And while we’re on the topic of teas, why not consume some that will make things hotter in the bedroom? Yep, there are certain ones out here (12 in this article) that have some strong data to support the fact that they can do wonders for your libido — on a few different levels.

So, after reading this, commit to picking up some loose-leaf tea (oftentimes it’s best). Boil for 20 minutes, let it cool, put it in a mason jar and let it steep for 48 hours (with your favorite sweetener). Then add some ice and take it all in. You’ll have an all-natural concoction that will get you maximum herb intake and quite possibly some pretty intense orgasms too (whew-whee!).

1. Ashwagandha Tea

If there’s one artist who tickles me as much as he low-key terrifies me when it comes to the random ish that comes out of his mouth, it’s Kevin Gates. On the laughing tip, I literally cried as I was reading the comments under this particular Twitter post because it’s clear that either he doesn’t know how to pronounce maca (maa·kuh) or ashwagandha (aash·wuh·gaan·duh) or he was really going out of his way to make the cadence work in this song. LOL. Anyway, he does help to prove the point that this herb is that one when it comes to boosting libido levels.

Since ashwagandha has a solid reputation for reducing stress and anxiety, improving athletic performance, and even making depression-related symptoms easier to bear, it would make perfect sense that it’s known for being an aphrodisiac too.

There are studies that support that it can be helpful when it comes to strengthening women’s orgasms, in part, by reducing vaginal dryness and discomfort during intercourse. Some studies reveal that it can help to increase testosterone levels in both men and women as well.

A word of caution on this one, though. If you’re diabetic, breastfeeding, have an overactive thyroid, or take sedatives, run this one by your physician first. As with just about any herb, ashwagandha can be potent and come with unwanted side effects for certain types of individuals.

2. Green Tea

Okay, so from what I’ve read and researched, on average, a cup of brewed coffee is gonna have somewhere around 96 mg of caffeine per cup while that same cup of green tea is gonna land at around 28 mg. So, if you’re someone who wants to ease off of caffeine a bit this year or you want a pick-me-up that doesn’t pack as big of a punch as coffee does, green tea will do it. Some other benefits include the fact that it’s loaded with antioxidants, it can help to improve your brain function, it fights off the free radicals that are in your system and it can help you to lose weight.

On the sex tip, aside from the fact that the caffeine that’s in it can give you a boost of energy on the days/nights when the mind is willing but the flesh is weak, green tea also can improve and increase blood circulation which results in longer erections for him and better orgasms for you.

3. Saffron Tea

The brief backstory on saffron is it’s a spice that comes from a flower. It’s said to have originated in Greece and is one of the most popular spices when it comes to cooking. It ain’t cheap, I’ll just tell you that now. Still, it’s got some benefits that are worth noting.

Saffron reduces body inflammation, helps with weight loss, is effective at minimizing PMS-related symptoms, helps to put you into a better mood, and is said to lower blood sugar levels and heart disease risks too.

The reason why the tea form of it made it onto this particular list is that some studies say that saffron is beneficial in naturally treating men who deal with erectile dysfunction (ED) while also improving the libido of women who take antidepressants.

4. Vanilla Tea

Vanilla tea is dope on a few different levels. It’s slightly sweet even without anything like sugar or honey in it. It contains quite a few antioxidants. It’s got a way of increasing your metabolism while decreasing your stress levels at the same time. It also contains properties that help to soothe your nervous system and improve your quality of sleep.

Since I already know that vanilla is an aphrodisiac scent, I’m not surprised at all that it’s also a libido booster in tea form. Some studies say that it helps to heal erectile dysfunction while increasing arousal. Others say that it can enhance a man’s sexual performance over time. 

And again, since the scent of vanilla alone can increase arousal in men by almost 10 percent, that sounds like a solid enough reason to have a sip — or two.

5. Damiana Tea

One day, I’m gonna share my journey with Damiens. I’ve had three in my lifetime and whew, chile. Anyway, when it comes to damiana tea, one of the things that it’s most known for is improving the quality of sex lives.

As a shrub that is quite popular in traditional Mexican medicine, damiana has been used for everything from bronchitis and fevers to fungal infections, anemia, and gastrointestinal issues.

What makes it a win in the sexual pleasure department is it contains a powerful amount of flavonoids (compounds that are found in fruits and vegetables) that can intensify your natural sex hormones. The stronger your hormones are, honey…I’m pretty sure that you already know the rest.

6. Cinnamon Tea

I can’t believe that it’s (almost) been four years since I’ve talked about how applying cinnamon essential oil on your partner’s genitalia can make for a really good time (hey, don’t knock it until you tried it; I talk about all-a-dat right here).

As far as cinnamon in tea form goes, it’s another one that’s filled with antioxidants. Cinnamon tea also helps to lower inflammation and blood sugar levels, contains powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties (which is great when it comes to treating tooth decay) and it can make period cramps less painful. As a serious bonus, it also helps to fight certain HIV-related strains (the more you know).

And what makes it great for your libido? For one thing, the lower your blood sugar levels are, the less stressed you’ll feel and the less constricted your blood flow will be; this means longer and more intense orgasms. Also, because cinnamon is spicy, the turn-up of heat in your body can also heighten your arousal levels.

7. Maca Tea

If you clicked on that Twitter link, you heard Kevin (attempt to) combine maca with ashwagandha — and honestly, that’s one hell of a combination, y’all. That’s because maca is well-known for being an aphrodisiac too.

Before getting into how/why, some other benefits of this herb are it helps to keep free radicals out of your system, improves your memory, and is also pretty good at reducing symptoms that are directly associated with menopause.

As far as coitus goes, it’s got all kinds of ways to improve it. Maca has been proven to increase a man’s sex drive, make sex more pleasant for postmenopausal women, improve a man’s sperm quality and put you and your partner into a better mood. So, if you’ve never had a good reason to try maca before, now you’ve got a few of ‘em.

8. Ginger Tea

Ginger is another popular spice that comes with some strong medicinal properties. That’s why a lot of people use it to treat motion sickness, keep their blood pressure in check, help keep cancer cells at bay, and to reduce bodily inflammation.

Since ginger is also seen as being a natural stimulant that increases blood circulation while reducing oxidative stress, it’s just one more tea that can help your sex life out. Oh, and if you’re trying to get pregnant, that’s another reason to add it to your diet. That’s because the properties of ginger can improve the quality of sperm while also strengthening ovarian follicles. How dope is that?

9. Rose Tea

If you’ve always wondered what rose tea is made from, you can literally create it yourself by steeping fresh rose petals. As far as the reasons why it can be good for your health, rose tea is high in vitamins C and E, it contains properties that help to lower your blood pressure, the polyphenols in it can help to reduce pain and discomfort, it can help to keep your skin radiant and your hair healthy and it’s a great immunity booster.

And why would your sex life appreciate it so much? Rosewater, period, helps to decrease stress and increase blood flow. The calmer you are and the more blood that’s flowing to your genital regions, the better your sexual experiences can be!

10. Spearmint Tea

Off the rip, one of the things that I like about any mint tea is it can help to make my breath smell fresher. When it comes to spearmint specifically, it gets applause for also treating motion sickness and nausea, lowering blood pressure levels and even improving your memory. Some other things worth noting are the fact that spearmint tea helps to fight bacterial infections and decrease the pain that’s related to arthritis.

Sex-wise, because spearmint tea is a stress reducer, it can also help you to feel calm and relaxed. And, since it also is known to be a hormone balancer, it can make getting in the mood easier when you’re PMS’ing or you’re going through menopause.

11. Ginseng Tea

If there’s any herb on this list that you probably already knew was good for your libido, ginseng would have to be it. We’ll get to why in just a moment. For now, let’s tackle some other reasons why you should consume it more (or more often).

Ginseng helps to do everything from reducing fatigue and fighting inflammation to improving brain function and strengthening your immune system. In fact, if you feel a cold coming on, a few cups of ginseng, very early on, can help to knock it right on out.

Your sex life will appreciate ginseng because it’s another tea that helps to treat erectile dysfunction by reducing oxidative stress that may be lurking around in a man’s blood vessels (especially in the ones down below). Ginseng is also a winner because it can give women more energy to even want to have sex. Definitely something to keep in mind on the days after work when you want some, but you need a pick-me-up to get the engines started (if you know what I mean).

12. Horny Goat Weed Tea

I mean, for real, though, anything that has the word “horny” in it must work…at least a lil’ bit, right? Believe it or not, horny goat weed (also known as Epimedium) is popular in the traditional Chinese medicine world and has been linked to helping people who deal with asthma, osteoporosis, PMS and Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s Diseases.

BY FAR (and yes, I am yelling it), what it’s best known for is getting bedrooms in check. It’s got a great reputation for naturally treating ED (which is why it has the nickname “natural Viagra”). It contains phytoestrogens which is a plant-based form of estrogen (which can help with natural vaginal lubrication, for starters). It can also balance out your cortisol levels (your natural stress hormone) and strengthen your libido. So, if feeling horny is what you want to do, horny goat weed can make that happen — and then some, chile.

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SHELLIE R. WARREN

After being a regular contributor for about four years and being (eh hem) MIA in 2022, Shellie is back penning for the platform (did you miss her? LOL).

In some ways, nothing has changed and in others, everything has. For now, she'll just say that she's working on the 20th anniversary edition of her first book, she's in school to take life coaching to another level and she's putting together a platform that supports and encourages Black men because she loves them from head to toe.

Other than that, she still works with couples, she's still a doula, she's still not on social media and her email contact (missnosipho@gmail.com) still hasn't changed (neither has her request to contact her ONLY for personal reasons; pitch to the platform if you have story ideas).

Life is a funny thing but if you stay calm, moments can come full circle and this is one of them. No doubt about it.

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I've been following radfem ideology tumblrs for a while and it's taking me everything not to make another blog just so I can join in, and that grey person is really making it hard not to.

When they use the 'as a white woman and based on my own experience, sex-based oppression doesn't exist/ isn't a huge problem because white privilege trumps all' they've failed to recognise one key thing. Social class. It's more likely that they haven't experienced as great an oppression as others because they come from a well off background on top of being white.

But we'll go off the assumption that all white women are from well-off backgrounds for the purpose of grey🙄's argument. Even with this in mind, they will still face oppression that is sex based.

There's a whole book on the data gap we have for women (Invisible Women). In medicine the male body is the default and women are often prescribed the wrong thing for their body. I personally suffer from an autoimmune disease which is more likely to affect women (took 5 years of having debilitating periods where doctors just told me it was normal to have to wear 2 night pads all the time, be on two sets of pain medication, blood clotters, and female house mates asking me if they needed to call an ambulance several times because I looked that ill before I was finally taken seriously and they found out my thyroid was completely shot). Whenever I look up a disease that says, not much is known about this disease/there is no known cure and we can only manage it, I scroll down and 90% of the time it'll say mainly affects women and or people of colour. This also applies to the menopause which affects 50% of the population, ie women 50+. They say the treatment we have for this is good enough yet 25% of women (UK) have had to retire early because they suffered so much with symptoms and received no support. Then you've got female police with ill fitting stab vests because they only come in men's sizes. Look at those horrific stories coming out about female fire fighters - no idea why they were being harassed by male colleagues, must have been because they had small feet or something. Women are 47% more likely to get injured in car accidents because once again male is the default test dummy. The whole book said it best. Male is the default and when you actually try to speak from a female perspective it's treated like an ideology, because male is seen as universal and everyone just accepts it.

Another good book - why women are blamed for everything: exploring victim blaming of women subjected to violence and trauma. A good quote from this book:

"... the way we talk about victim blaming, sexual violence and abuse of women will shape the way we respond to it (individually and collectively). If our language minimises it, we will minimise it. If our language trivialises it, we will trivialise it. If our language constructs it as a hyperbolic issue that feminists moan about, we will treat it as a hyperbolic issue feminists moan about." By saying 'as a white woman I don't feel oppressed by my sex because being white means I have nothing to complain about,' they're making it so that the women who are oppressed based on their sex aren't taken seriously and that's a big problem. White women are still looked over and talked down to by male colleagues, are still raped and abused. Just because they haven't personally experienced this doesn't mean it doesn't happen (once again I think their experience probably includes their class privilege as well as their race). Look at Yeonmi Park (North Korean defector). She told the story of how she was robbed in NY, and when she tried to call the police, bystanders shouted abuse at her because the person who robbed her was a black man and her calling the police made her racist.

Then we have the book the authority gap: why women are still taken less seriously than men, and what we can do about it. From the blurb alone:

"The Authority Gap provides a startling perspective on the unseen bias at work in our everyday lives, to reveal the scale of the gap that still persists between men and women. Would you believe that US Supreme Court Justices are interrupted four times more often than male ones... 96% of the time by men? Or that British parents, when asked to estimate their child's IQ will place their son at 115 and their daughter at 107?" Also from the blurb:

A woman is 30% less likely to be called for a job interview than an identically qualified man.

Male students consistently rate other male students as cleverer than better performing female ones.

Men are 4x more likely to read a book by a male author than a female one. Females are an even gender split.

The odds of recommending a woman rather than a man for a job is 38% lower if the job requires serious intelligence.

But no, sex based oppression doesn't exist. Or maybe the issue is, grey is so used to the world being this way they don't see what the problem is? Maybe because the issues above haven't affected them in their tiny insignificant patch of the world. I don't know. Just because you've got it better than someone else doesn't mean you have to put up with it. You don't tell a victim of a one time sa that they've got nothing to complain about because some girls experience it every day. This isn't the victim Olympics, both are bad. Both shouldn't happen. They are not 'lucky' that it only happened to them once. It shouldn't have happened at all.

Yes, exactly this.

[wellextol]

Your Thyroid, Your Metabolism: How a 30-Second Technique Can Change Your Life After 35

[mrblazeflappybird]

Rant about my dad:

I live in a family where:

Me and all my siblings (I have 3 of them) are bi/pan

I am also demi/asexual and trans

My younger brother is still figuring stuff out gender-wise

My brothers (and probably me, still getting a diagnosis) are autistic, and my sister probably is too

I have dyslexia, and might have ADHD too

My mother has an underactive thyroid, and has a disabled parking pass thingy to help her with that

(Both my parents probably have autism, too, but my father refuses to admit his own (obvious) symptoms he passed to us kids and my mothers priorities are miles away from that right now.)

All the while, however, despite this, my father refuses to educate himself. At all. With anything. Apart from the specific things my brothers' autism affects them with (probably because it relates to him too)

He thinks that my dyslexia is something I can "work through" and if I read enough it disappears. He thinks that a men-run society isn't real because "men need woman just the same". He thinks that queer people are overdramatising our oppression and that there's no such thing as oppression against anyone anymore. He things transgender people are mentally ill because they are trans, and told me that. Looking me straight in the eye. Knowing that I, his son, is trans.

It sucks, and he won't change his mind because he's just so narrowminded. He's already lost two kids' because of it (they went no contact with my parents), and if he keeps this up he could lose two more. I wish he could change, but I don't know if he can.

[skiplo-wave]

When I tell you that I couldn't breathe this morning, like I legit could not breathe. I spent 2 hours thinking that somehow my virgin ass got pregnant. I started to believe that maybe swimming with men does get you knocked up. I know this sounds stupid. It's impossible. But legit... I did. I really thought for a second.

To make a long story short. I went swimming at a indoor park last month btw. This month I had just a regular doctors check up. They drew blood and what not like they always do because of my family history with thyroid and cancer. Well, I get call this morning from a nurse practitioner. It wasn't my regular doctor. She started congratulated me and told me I was pregnant. I told her that's impossible. There has to be a mistake. She read my chart. It was my name and age. I'm like wtf. She told me to wait for the doctor to call me back. 2 LONG FUCKING HOURS. I am starting to feel phantom pregnancy symptoms like sickness and tender tits lmfao. I know it's just from my period coming soon.

It turns out, there was another patient there with my name and age. Except her name spelling was a little different. My test results for thyroid and all that came back fine. I am drinking me a glass of moscato tonight.

Sorry to hear that :c

[sarveshhealthcity]

What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the strength and density of bones, leading to increased fragility and susceptibility to fractures. It is a common condition and Osteoporotic fractures affect around 10 million Indians each year, with women being more susceptible than men. This article aims to provide an in-depth understanding of Osteoporosis, including its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Osteoporosis is caused by a combination of factors, including genetics, lifestyle, and hormonal changes.

Some of the most common causes of Osteoporosis include:

Hormonal Changes: As we age, our bodies undergo hormonal changes that can affect bone health. Women, in particular, are at an increased risk of Osteoporosis due to the drop in estrogen levels after menopause.

Genetics: Family history plays a role in Osteoporosis, and those with a family history of the condition are more likely to develop it themselves.

Lifestyle Factors: Lifestyle factors such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, a sedentary lifestyle, and a poor diet can all contribute to the development of Osteoporosis.

Medical Conditions: Certain medical conditions, such as thyroid disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, and chronic kidney disease, can also increase the risk of Osteoporosis.

Prevention of Osteoporosis

There are several steps that people can take to reduce their risk of developing Osteoporosis, including:

Eating a healthy diet: A diet rich in calcium and vitamin D can help strengthen bones and reduce the risk of Osteoporosis.

Exercising regularly: Weight-bearing exercises, such as walking and running, can help to strengthen bones and reduce the risk of Osteoporosis.

Quitting smoking: Smoking can contribute to the development of Osteoporosis, so quitting smoking is an essential step in prevention.

Limiting alcohol consumption: Excessive alcohol consumption can weaken bones and increase the risk of Osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis is a severe condition that can cause significant damage to bone health. However, it is possible to prevent and manage Osteoporosis by understanding its causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

At Sarvesh Health City, we offer comprehensive care for people with Osteoporosis. Our healthcare professional team includes Orthopedics, Orthopedic surgery, and Physical Therapy Specialists. 

If you are concerned about your bone health, we recommend  scheduling an appointment with one of our specialists. We can help you understand your risk of developing Osteoporosis and create a plan to keep your bones healthy and strong. With the proper care and support, people with Osteoporosis can enjoy an active and healthy life free from the risks and complications of this condition.

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High blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health problem that is common in older adults. Your body’s network of blood vessels, known as the vascular system, changes with age. Arteries get stiffer, causing blood pressure to go up. This can be true even for people who have heart-healthy habits and feel just fine. High blood pressure, sometimes called "the silent killer," often doesn't cause signs of illness that you can see or feel. Though high blood pressure affects nearly half of all adults, many may not even be aware they have it.

If high blood pressure isn't controlled with lifestyle changes and medication, it can lead to serious health problems, including cardiovascular disease (such as heart disease and stroke), vascular dementia, eye problems, and kidney disease. The good news is that blood pressure can be controlled in most people.

What is blood pressure?

Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of arteries as the heart pumps blood. When a health care professional measures your blood pressure, they use a blood pressure cuff around your arm that tightens and then gradually loosens. The results are given in two numbers. The first number, called systolic blood pressure, is the pressure caused by your heart contracting and pushing out blood. The second number, called diastolic blood pressure, is the pressure when your heart relaxes and fills with blood.

A blood pressure reading is given as the systolic blood pressure number over the diastolic blood pressure number. Blood pressure levels are classified based on those two numbers.

Low blood pressure, or hypotension, is systolic blood pressure lower than 90 or diastolic blood pressure lower than 60. If you have low blood pressure, you may feel lightheaded, weak, dizzy, or even faint. It can be caused by not getting enough fluids, blood loss, some medical conditions, or medications, including those prescribed for high blood pressure.

Normal blood pressure for most adults is defined as a systolic pressure of less than 120 and a diastolic pressure of less than 80.

Elevated blood pressure is defined as a systolic pressure between 120 and 129 with a diastolic pressure of less than 80.

High blood pressure is defined as systolic pressure of 130 or higher, or a diastolic pressure of 80 or higher.

For older adults, often the first number (systolic) is 130 or higher, but the second number (diastolic) is less than 80. This problem is called isolated systolic hypertension and is due to age-related stiffening of the major arteries. It is the most common form of high blood pressure in older adults and can lead to serious health problems in addition to shortness of breath during light physical activity, lightheadedness upon standing too fast, and falls.

One reason to visit your doctor regularly is to have your blood pressure checked and, if needed, plan how to manage your blood pressure.

Do I have high blood pressure?

Anyone can have high blood pressure. Some medical conditions, such as metabolic syndrome, kidney disease, and thyroid problems, can cause high blood pressure. Some people have a greater chance of having it because of things they can't change. These include:

Age. The chance of having high blood pressure increases as you get older, especially isolated systolic hypertension.

Gender. Before age 55, men have a greater chance of having high blood pressure. Women are more likely to have high blood pressure after menopause.

Family history. High blood pressure runs in some families.

Race. African Americans are at increased risk for high blood pressure.

High blood pressure often has no signs or symptoms, but routine checks of your blood pressure will help detect increasing levels. If your blood pressure reading is high at two or more check-ups, the doctor may also ask you to measure your blood pressure at home.

There are important considerations for older adults in deciding whether to start treatment for high blood pressure, including other health conditions and overall fitness. Your doctor will work with you to find a blood pressure target that is best for your well-being and may suggest exercise, changes in your diet, and medications.

How can I control my blood pressure?

You can often lower your blood pressure by changing your day-to-day habits and by taking medication if needed. Treatment requires ongoing evaluation and discussions with your doctor, especially if you have other medical conditions such as diabetes.

Lifestyle changes you can make to help prevent and lower high blood pressure:

Aim for a healthy weight. Being overweight adds to your risk of high blood pressure. Ask your doctor if you need to lose weight. In general, to maintain a healthy weight, you need to burn the same number of calories as you eat and drink.

Exercise. Moderate activity, such as brisk walking or swimming, can lower high blood pressure. Set goals so you can exercise safely and work your way up to at least 150 minutes (2.5 hours) per week. Check with your doctor before starting an exercise plan if you have any health problems that aren't being treated.

Eat a heart-healthy diet. A balanced diet of vegetables, fruits, grains, protein, dairy, and oils — such as the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) eating plan — can lower your blood pressure.

Cut down on salt. As you get older, the body and blood pressure become more sensitive to salt (sodium), which is added to many foods during processing or preparation. Limiting your amount of salt each day may help. DASH is a low-salt diet.

Drink less alcohol. Drinking alcohol can affect your blood pressure. For those who drink, men should have no more than two drinks a day and women no more than one a day to lower their risk of high blood pressure.

Don't smoke. Smoking increases your risk for high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. If you smoke, quit. The health benefits of quitting can be seen at any age — you are never too old to quit.

Get a good night's sleep. Tell your doctor if you've been told you snore or sound like you stop breathing for moments when you sleep. This may be a sign of a problem called sleep apnea. Treating sleep apnea and getting a good night's sleep can help to lower blood pressure.

Manage stress. Coping with problems and reducing stress can help lower high blood pressure.

In addition to recommending lifestyle changes, your doctor will likely prescribe medication to lower your blood pressure to a safe level. Isolated systolic hypertension, the most common form of high blood pressure in older adults, is treated in the same way as regular high blood pressure but may require more than one type of blood pressure medication. You may try several kinds or combinations of medications before finding a plan that works best for you. Medication can control your blood pressure, but it can't cure it. If your doctor starts you on medication for high blood pressure, you may need to take it long term.

Research shows the benefits of controlling high blood pressure

Preventing and controlling high blood pressure is important for your heart health and may benefit your brain health as well. An NIH-funded study called the Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) found that lowering systolic blood pressure to less than 120 in adults age 50 and older significantly reduced the risk of cardiovascular disease and death. Results from a related study showed that lowering systolic blood pressure to less than 120 reduced the risk of mild cognitive impairment, and an analysis of several large, long-term studies of adults over age 55 found that treating high blood pressure was associated with a reduction in the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Tips for taking blood pressure medication

Untreated high blood pressure can increase your risk of serious health problems. If your doctor prescribes medication to lower your blood pressure, remember:

If you take blood pressure medication and your blood pressure goes down, it means medication and lifestyle changes are working. If another doctor asks if you have high blood pressure, the answer is, "Yes, but it is being treated."

Healthy lifestyle changes may help lower the dosage you need.

Get up slowly from a seated or lying position and stand for a bit before walking. This lets your blood pressure adjust before walking to prevent lightheadedness and falls.

Tell your doctor about all the drugs you take. Don't forget to mention over-the-counter drugs, as well as vitamins and supplements. They may affect your blood pressure. They also can change how well your blood pressure medication works.

Blood pressure medication should be taken at the same time each day as part of your daily routine. For example, take it in the morning with breakfast or in the evening before brushing your teeth. Talk to the pharmacist if you have any questions about when or how to take your medication.

Remember to refill your medication before you run out and bring it with you when traveling. It’s important to keep taking your medication unless your doctor tells you to stop.

Before having surgery, ask your doctor if you should take your blood pressure medication on the day of your operation.

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I was diagnosed with POTS December 26th 2021, but I have been experiencing symptoms since I was about 10 years old. A recent blood test showed I have active Epstein Bar virus. Epstein Bar virus is pretty much Mono, about 90% of the population encounters the virus strand and is either unaffected or gets sick with mono and then better and it’s over. However, the virus stays within your body in a dormant mode and never leaves/can’t be gotten rid of. So I thought I’d share my journey of treatment for getting my active Epstein Bar back into dormant mode.

NOTE: this is what my doctor prescribed for me personally, this treatment may not work for everyone and you should talk to your own doctor before starting any medications or supplements.

If I have given you this protocol, your labs indicate that you are experiencing a reactivation of EBV. As mentioned above, this protocol is not a “cure” as the virus will always be present in your system. However, these treatments are designed to dramatically lower the virus activity and your symptoms. You will likely need to follow some of the protocol long term and be ready to re-initiate the full protocol during times of stress, trauma, or severe illness, which is when the virus can become active again.

Phase 1 (2 weeks)

1. Valacylovir 500mg once/day

a. This is a prescription antiviral that has good evidence at treating chronic EBV, but must be taken for a year.

2. Monolaurin 300 mg once/day.

a. Monolaurin is a derivative of coconut which has been found to be very effective as an anti-viral against EBV.

b. Some people experience worsening of their symptoms with high dose monolaurin due to the “die off” effect that it can induce, which is why we do a gradual increase in dose.

3. Olivir (Olive Leaf from DaVinci Labs) – 500mg/day

a. Olive leaf is a powerful anti-viral which has been shown to be effective against EBV.

b. Olive leaves must be picked at an early stage, so the brand on this one is very important for it to be most effective.

4. Elderberry syrup- 1 tsp twice/day.

a. Elderberry is a potent anti-viral and will help to strengthen the immune system.

5. Multivitamin containing the following: (Thorne, ONE, or Men’s/Women’s Nutrients by Pure Encapsulations are all pre-approved brands)

a. Methylated B-vitamins

i. Both vitamins B12 (methylcobalamin and/or adenosylcobalamin) and folate (5-methyltetrahydrofolate) help to strengthen the central nervous and endocrine systems. They are also essential to energy and mood, two areas that most sufferers from chronic EBV could use support in.

b. Zinc

i. Zinc strengthens the immune system and protects the thyroid from EBV.

c. Selenium

i. Selenium is essential for proper thyroid hormone conversion and for central nervous system health.

ii. Selenium should be taken as a supplement and not gotten through foods like brazil nuts due to the high arginine content of nuts.

6. Maitake/Reishi/Shiitake (M/R/S)- 1 cap twice/day.

a. These mushrooms are incredibly potent against EBV.

b. You can also incorporate these mushrooms into your food when/where available.

Phase 2 (4 weeks)

1. Continue with valacylovir.

2. Continue with monolaurin, but increase the dose to 300 mg twice/day.

3. Continue with olive leaf, but increase to 1000mg/day

4. Continue with elderberry, but decrease the dose to 1 tsp once/day.

5. Continue with the multivitamin

6. Continue with M/R/S at 1 cap twice/day.

Phase 3 (6 weeks)

1. Continue with the valacylovir.

2. Continue with monolaurin, but increase the dose to 300 mg 3x/day.

3. Continue with olive leaf, but increase to 1000mg 2x/day.

4. Can stop the elderberry.

5. Continue with the multivitamin

6. Continue with M/R/S, but reduce the dose to 1 cap once/day.

Phase 4 (lifetime)

1. Continue with the valacylovir for a total of 1 year.

2. Stop the monolaurin, but keep on hand should your symptoms return.

3. Stop the olive leaf, but keep on hand should your symptoms return or for any other viral illness (cold/flu/sinus infection).

4. Keep the elderberry on hand for any return of symptoms. It can also be used for any viral illness (cold/flu) so it’s a good one to keep around.

5. Continue with the multivitamin

6. Stop the M/R/S but keep on hand for any return of symptoms or acute viral illness.

Foods to support EBV healing:

These are foods that you can incorporate into your diet often to help your body heal from the damage that EBV has done.

• Wild blueberries: help restore the central nervous system and flush EBV neurotoxins out of the liver.

• Celery: strengthens hydrochloric acid in the gut and provides mineral salts to the central nervous system.

• Sprouts: high in zinc and selenium to strengthen the immune system against EBV.

• Asparagus: cleanses the liver and spleen; strengthens the pancreas.

• Spinach: creates an alkaline environment in the body and provides highly absorbable micronutrients to the nervous system.

• Cilantro: removes heavy metals such as mercury and lead, which are favored foods of EBV.

• Parsley: removes high levels of copper and aluminum, which feed EBV.

• Coconut oil: antiviral and acts as an anti-inflammatory.

• Garlic: antiviral and antibacterial that defends against EBV.

• Ginger: helps with nutrient assimilation and relieves GI spasms associated with EBV.

• Raspberries: rich in antioxidants to remove free radicals from the organs and bloodstream.

• Lettuce: stimulates peristaltic action in the intestinal tract and helps cleanse EBV from the liver.

• Papayas: restore the central nervous system; strengthen and rebuild hydrochloric acid in the gut.

• Apricots: immune system rebuilders that also strengthen the blood.

• Pomegranates: help detox and cleanse the blood as well as the lymphatic system.

• Grapefruit: rich source of bioflavonoids and calcium to support the immune system and flush toxins out of the body.

• Kale: high in specific alkaloids that protect against viruses such as EBV.

• Sweet potatoes: help cleanse and detox the liver from EBV byproducts and toxins.

• Cucumbers: strengthen the adrenals and kidneys and flush neurotoxins out of the bloodstream.

• Fennel: contains strong antiviral compounds to fight off EBV.

Additionally, I would like you to add castor oil packs within your capacity to your routine.

I have attached a document about this specifically.

Perform Castor oil packs as often as possible (ideally once per day, in the evening), but at least 3-4 times per week. See handout provided.

Essentially, apply castor oil (there is a roll on form which I like by Heritage Store brand) to the entire abdomen, and rest with a warm pack for 15 minutes to support absorption of castor oil into the abdomen. This supports healthy lymphatic flow to and from the spleen, helps with liver function and digestion overall which favors all aspects of health.

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Can Diabetes Affect Your Hair?

Diabetes is a growing challenge in India, with more than 77 million men and women affected by the disease. Living with diabetes can be immensely stressful. Living with diabetes can be immensely stressful. And as if that weren’t enough, it also leads to a host of other health issues, including hair loss.

Here, we will discuss how diabetes causes hair loss, your treatment options, and when you should visit a best hair transplant doctor in Delhi.

How Diabetes Leads to Hair Loss

People with diabetes are at a higher risk of suffering from hair issues. Diabetes can affect your hair in many ways, such as impairment of growth, thinning, and hair loss.

Your blood vessels carry oxygen and other nutrients throughout your body, including to your hair. High blood sugar levels for a prolonged duration can cause severe health complications and damage these blood vessels, leading to poor oxygen flow to the scalp. It can interrupt the hair growth cycle, leading to the weakening of hair follicles and hair loss. It can also cause harm to your kidneys, eyes, nerves, and other organs.

People with type-1 diabetes are also at risk of Alopecia Areata, an autoimmune disease characterized by patchy hair loss and baldness. In this condition, the immune system mistakenly starts attacking healthy cells such as hair follicles, resulting in bald patches. Diabetes is also associated with thyroid, which is yet another reason behind hair loss.

Diabetes also puts immense physical and mental stress on your body. Hair loss is also a side effect of excessive stress. It can also cause further hormonal imbalances, which affect hair growth. Certain medicines used to treat diabetes may also cause hair loss.

Treatments for Hair Loss Caused by Diabetes

Getting your blood sugar levels under control is key to reversing the effects of hair loss caused by diabetes. That can happen only with thorough care, stress management, regular monitoring of blood sugar, proper diet, and medication.

Try to exercise regularly to keep your body fit and improve blood circulation. A few lifestyle changes can go a long way in getting your diabetes and hair loss in control. Talk to your diabetologist if you are facing symptoms like hair loss due to diabetes.

If your blood sugar and stress are under control and there is still significant hair loss, you should visit a qualified dermatologist or hair transplant doctor in Delhi. They will help you find out the underlying cause of your condition and recommend suitable treatment.

I am Diabetic. Can I Get a Hair Transplant in Delhi?

If your hair loss is permanent or caused by androgenic alopecia (pattern baldness), the best way to regain your lost hair is through a hair transplant in India. And if you’re wondering whether people with diabetes can undergo the procedure, the answer is yes!

Hair transplantation procedures can be successfully done for people who have type-2 diabetes. It’s a safe and minimally invasive procedure that can help restore your hair. The only catch is that recovery and healing might be slightly slower, and you will need to take extra care since your immunity is low. However, the procedure is not recommended for those with type-1 diabetes.

Final Words Diabetic is a chronic condition that can cause many problems in a person’s body and may lead to thinning and loss of hair. Medicines and lifestyle changes can bring your diabetes under control and reverse hair loss. However, if you are facing permanent hair loss and pattern baldness, you should visit a best hair transplant clinic in Delhi, like Enhance Clinics, for consultation.