u/Bunty-mushroom

Hi there

I have got to my wits end with not being able to breath at night. Just had a sleepless night meaning I’m missing a presentation at work.
Got all the nasal sprays. Trying to treat my GERD as well in case that’s it. Tried the nasal washes too but I don’t know if that’s helping.

I was looking into purifiers/ humidifier. The price ranges vary a lot. Do they help? Can you recommend one? Is it worth spending more money? I will wack up to £300 on my credit card and think about it later because I just need some relief.

I’m just doing some research into medications. I’m waiting on some follow up from my Audhd assessments and thinking I would like to try something like Ritalin. I just like the idea that the chaotic overthinking and unsettled part of my brain might finally settle and I could focus a bit better!

However - I am very sensitive to medication/ drugs - and currently I don’t even drink coffee because it makes me feel wired. The idea that taking a stimulant would help seems bonkers but then I totally think that I have a lack of dopamine and have a lot of dopamine seeking behaviours which get in the way of my life!

I think I’m just feeling a bit dejected because I’ve read that some people with autism and adhd don’t respond well to the medication and get too many side effects. I’m not looking for medical advice just maybe experiences so that I can be a bit more informed going to my appointment as they are likely to ask me what I want to try!

Thanks x