Hi, I was diagnosed with COPD/Asthma 6 years ago. I had smoked 2.5 packs per day for 30 years and quit 3 days prior to diagnosis.I was recently released from a week in the hospital with double pneumonia (my first exacerbation). I have been using Advair and Albuterol inhalers for a few years and thought that was as good as it was going to get, but struggled constantly to breathe and perform...
Hi, I am 44 years old. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia and Sjogrens Syndrome 2 years ago. I am sure I've had it for quite some time. These diseases seem to be getting worse as time goes on. My Rhemy keeps checking for Lupus. I have positive ANA, high rhematoid factor, high sediment rate, and positive for both the Sjogrens markers.
I get the bronchial pnemonia almost every year. Last...
Hello there! I'm Jessi and I'm 28 years old. I have cystic fibrosis, CF related diabetes, and fibromyalgia. I live in the Seattle area and I love it here!! Currently I am doing ok with my health. The fibromyalgia gives me the most trouble on a day to day basis. In August of this year I was hospitalized for the first time for my CF because of pnuemonia which caused part of my lung to collapse....
I am 53 years old, and have been married for 35 years to the most patient man on the planet. I am the proud mother of 2 grown sons and 2 grown daughters. I am also the Grandmother to 10 of the most brilliant and good looking grandchildren that ever walked this earth.
I have a variety of interests to keep my mind busy, myself out of trouble, and my family on their toes? Exploring everything from...
I am just this woman with six kids, a big dog and a great husband. I stay home and am going to school next year...crazy?
I also happen to be a brain tumor survivor, I have MS and have had a "female" issues.
Erica Stauffer
My childhood was filled with country meadows, strife, and lessons that have both benefited me and haunted me during my adult life. I grew up in a family of 6, among them two sisters and a brother. Although we fought like cats and dogs, I love them all and am a better person today for having grown up with them.
I have struggled with depression and anxiety since the age of 15 and...
Lisa Robertson is a freelance writer specializing in health. She works at providing information to the community on Fibromyalgia and hosts her own blog on the topic. Currently she is a staff writer for several publications and is volunteering her time to Charity Music Inc.
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My name is Christine. I have been living with several mental illnesses since childhood. Over the years I have been taught numerous coping methods and techniques. It is my hope that in sharing my stories (along with what I've learned and continue to learn) that others can benefit from them as well.
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