Chronic pain is not like other medical issues—it cannot be seen or measured, and there is no set protocol to “make it better.” The unique and complicated factors that characterize chronic pain make it difficult to communicate what you are going through. So, what can…
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Chronic Pain
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5 Things You Should Know About Chronic Pain
If you suffer from chronic pain, it’s important that your friends and family know what you’re going through. With this in mind, here are 5 things to know about chronic pain that you can share with your loved ones: 1. Chronic pain is real People…
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How It Feels to Live with Fibromyalgia
I can’t remember the last time I felt normal. The moment, so long ago that I hold it with the same nostalgia that one holds their childhood years. I have Fibromyalgia. It’s a chronic illness that causes widespread pain, extreme fatigue, stomach issues, and brain dysfunction.…
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This Is For The One’s Fighting Silent Battles
This one is for everyone trying their best to heal from things they don’t speak about. This one is for those fighting their battles in silence, no matter the reason. For every demon I have faced, I still sit in silence trying to fight the…
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What It’s Like to Work with Chronic Illness
It’s 6 AM and your alarm is going off. You hit the snooze button, hoping for a few more minutes of sleep before you drag yourself out of bed. This is a morning routine most people are familiar with. But for workers with chronic illness,…