Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 “I know how it feels to be considered mental about ones health” Amen to that MM!!! I can’t tell you how many years I was told it was my nerves and such things like that! One Dr. told me I think Too much about myself!! Those are the times I wish my disease was contagious just for a few minutes, long Enough time to surprise them with a big hug and kiss before laughing and walking out! From: minniemyno@... Sent: Thursday, August 19, 2004 7:28 AM To: LUPIES Subject: Re: HelloDear Dawn, Hello, and again, welcome to the group. I know how it feels to be considered " mental " about one's health, and to have doctors and family members, alike, tell you it's " all in your head " . That is a common theme with Lupus and other autoimmune patients. If they don't know the answers, they tend to deny the existence of the problem...especially if it frightens them. So, tell us some more about YOU, and keep us posted on how you do in finding a good Rheumatologist. Hugs, MM aka: Mike, one of the Owner/Moderators .. Express yourself with over 8,000 FREE Email Smileys - click here! Get your FREE personalized email signature at My Mail Signature! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 22, 2004 Report Share Posted August 22, 2004 Cheryl, Boy! You must think like me. Hahaha. I want everybody who ever said to me, "Oh, get over it, it's all in your head..." to experience this disease on a really bad day in a bad flare, just for 24 hours. THEN let them say it's all in our heads. Most men can't handle pain of any sort, which is why women have babies, and I'll betcha all those whiny husbands and boyfriends out there would lay down and die after just one day with Lupus, don't you? I know that we have a few male participants in the group, but most of us are female and dealing, thank you very much. And, don't get me started on doctors who don't "believe in Lupus", or who supported our insane nazi gov for signing that initiative stating that Fibromyalgia isn't a disease. This puts hundreds, maybe thousands of people in jeopardy with their disability incomes. The man should live in my body for a day when the fibro is at its peak. I have six major conditions going on all the time, and several minor ones, too. I can't imagine having to go back to work with all this going on in my body. When I am so inflamed that the palms of my hands are scarlet and almost glow, my whole body can't be touched, when the pain of a gentle hug can make me scream, I'd like to see his nibs deal with it. Now that would be a hoot, to watch that bastard squirm in pain like I do most days. He hasn't got a clue. Ok, I'm down off my soapbox now. Sorry for the diatribe, but I just get pushed out of shape over these idiots sometimes. Loving hugs, MM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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