Multiple health problems...

[Lovedogs0877]

Does anyone have a lot of different health problems and how do you handle the overwhelming stress of it all? I've got 7 health problems and it all just wears me down stressing me out to the max. Plus I've had two shoulder replacement surgeries in two years. I just wish I didnt have to take meds or go to drs anymore! I'm drowning in medical bills too. Just wish life didnt have to be so darn difficult!

[hypercat54]

I really feel for you in the States. I am grateful to be in the UK as I have a number of health issues. However any operations or treatment is thankfully free at source for me under our fantastic NHS.

[Hb2003]

good question 😊 I jus try to be positive and be happy the best that I can ❤️

[Hb2003]

And not let those health problems define who you are because your more than that

[Lovedogs0877 in reply to Hb2003]

I appreciate that but dealing with soooo many health problems isnt that easy!! They font define me but interfere with daily life making life unbearable.

[Hb2003 in reply to Lovedogs0877]

That is true sometimes it can be debilitating .

[Hb2003 in reply to Lovedogs0877]

My asthma sometimes prevents me from exercising i have had a few flare ups in the last few months

[Lovedogs0877 in reply to Hb2003]

Sorry you have to deal with asthma. It must be difficult. At least only a few flare ups and not daily.

[Hb2003 in reply to Lovedogs0877]

I hope that you will have no more panic attacks anymore i know that they are super debilitating

[faithhope421]

You're so right it is stressful and overwhelming , just recovering from a Myasthenia Gravis Crisis ,two days on life support ,awaiting repeated surgery for a Broken Neck ,I have 16 Medical Diagnosis ,and I've had 12 Major Surgeries , I know how you're feeling ,this is how I personally deal with my plight ,I use a notebook ,to document by name and symptoms , each diagnosis separately ,never on the same page ,this way I can deal with each one of them ,separately , and objectively . even then at times , it is still a very overwhelming reality I have to face ,I have a lot of medical issues , I'm hoping you can find a way to find yourself in the midst of your many diagnosis , don't let it take away your identity , identify the condition one at a time ,sending peace ,rest and joy , if only for a moment to you ,right now !

[Lovedogs0877 in reply to faithhope421]

Wow I'm so sorry you have to deal with so much! It's just not fair that some of us seem to get everything but theres so many ppl who dont have e en one problem. My mom for instance and dad have no medical problems. My brother has none too. It's all fallen on me.

I sure hope you can survive all the issues you have too. Its gotta be such a struggle. What's killing me is medical bills. I haven't worked in 3 years so I have no way to even send a penny. You must have the best insurance coverage.

I do keep a journal and write down everything but when my mind goes haywire I just lose it. No amount of writing helps with the pain of everything. Mine is all mental health problems.

Sending you peace and joy too. Thanks for sharing!

[Lovedogs0877]

I wish I could say I'm not afraid of panic. That's what keeps me stuck at home not leaving my apt. Panic and severe anxiety has ruined my entire life.

[Lovedogs0877]

I hear ya there on that one!

[Lovedogs0877]

I agree it is scary. It scares the s..t outta me to leave my apt. It's just gotten worse over the years. It's not cause of the pandemic cause its been horrible for decades now. If I had money to put a tv in my room I'd never get outta bed!! Sorry your dealing with this too.

[Lovedogs0877]

Trust me I've never been able to get along with ppl in my entire life. I've been the outsider since 3 years old and I'm 48 now. I have no one to talk to but on here so I know how ya feel. I've never had friends so I've been a loner all my life.

[faithhope421]

I wish I had the best Insurance coverage ,however I do have the best Assurance coverage , I can't keep up the expenses ,if they consume me along with the medical problems ,like you I do lose it ,it's hard and it's real ,everything you feel and we do wonder why and how our family members are not going through ,I have 7 Sisters and 6 Brothers ,all are well and prospering in every area of their lives .I've been on State Disability since 1986 ,I get a lot of support from family and friends ,couldn't make it without their help .Don't stop writing ,write about the mental health ,the physical and those haunting and taunting Medical bills ,that seem like yet another medical problem as well .Peace ,joy and healing for your Mental and Financial well being !

[Lovedogs0877]

Ya I do that everytime too but nobody ever calls anymore except mom and even she wont talk to me for 2 minutes. Just calls to see if I'm breathing. At least your phone still rings.

[Lovedogs0877]

Your with someone? You said we. All I do is get up from bed and move to couch to watch tv all day. Then go to bed at 5 pm. Yippee! I have been walking like this morning I did 2 hrs. I can only go outside at 340 am till 5 am. Has to be dark out. Other than that I'm laying on couch right now. Same ol same ol thing day after day.

[Lovedogs0877]

Oh I'm super super jealous you have a dog! I'm waiting to go back to work so I can afford one hopefully. Pitbulls are allowed here at my apt complex and I will be adopting one here in Las Vegas very soon. Then everything wont feel so stressful if I have a loving dog I can spoil rotten!!!😁 what kind of dog do u have?

[faithhope421 in reply to Lovedogs0877]

O wow , I love dogs ,grew up in the South , 7sisters ,6 brothers .We always have had 4 dogs at the house ,to accommodate all the Siblings . When I got married 44 yrs .ago ,I gave birth to 2 sets of Twins ,each set, wonderful Boys all 4 , and my Husband are allergic to Dogs and Cats , However I have a good relationship by name and breed with my Neighbors pets ,and before COVID I volunteered for , The Animal Protection League for my County ,it brings me so much joy ,my next door neighbor and myself continue to collect and donate spent household sheets and blankets for God's 4 legged Little Angels .I discovered my neighbor 's dog Brach , has Myasthenia Gravis ,just like me .Sending hugs and kisses to every Dog owner. You are so blessed ,cuddle up !

[Lovedogs0877 in reply to faithhope421]

Well thanks for doing so much for our four legged angels!!💙💚💜 They are the biggest blessing and joy there is to have in life. I never married and no kids but I could never imagine having ppl in my life allergic to dogs and cats. That would devastate me cause I love dogs soooo much. When I do adopt a pitbull I'll finally have happiness in life and it's been years since being able to afford one again.

[faithhope421 in reply to Lovedogs0877]

Agree , they are a true blessing in so many ways ,and it is hard ,loving Dogs so passionately ,and having Love Ones allergic to them ,Sometimes I feel as though I got cheated ,However God knew I would have many Health Issues , and 2 sets of Twins, with ADHD ,BIPOLAR AND AUTISM ,which required a lot of hands on attention ,as children and even now as adults .So I invested my passion in volunteering and educating myself to give love ,patience ,and encouragement ,to Children like mine .It is very rewarding .Still would like to have a dog of my own !

[Lovedogs0877 in reply to faithhope421]

That's a load and a half to deal with. I'm sorry you've got so much going on with your twins. Wish you could have a dog too as I can see how much you do love dogs. I've always thought how can anybody not like a dog ya know. They are perfect little beings.

[faithhope421 in reply to Lovedogs0877]

Sooooo True !

[Hb2003]

Your going to be fine ❤️🙏