To Jen Re: feeling terrible

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Dear Jen,

I'm sorry you're feeling so awful. I know all too well. I know some

people like a heating pad, but when I use one, it makes me feel more

nauseated. I don't eat anything solid, & just concentrate on staying

hydrated. I've learned to stay away from sugared drinks, & when I'm

feeling like I'm starting to get dehydrated, I'll sip Pedialyte. And

that's all I can do is take sips. So I have fluids with me all day &

by my bed at night. Stress makes my symptoms worse, so I do whatever

I can to relax & don't worry about things like housework. And I rest

as much as possible. WhenI'm really feeling bad, I'm usually in my

bed or on the couch. I don't go ANYWHERE unless I absloutely have to.

It took a couple of years for my diagnoses of CP to become definate.

I think it's such a hard thing for docs to diagnose. In fact, I

believe they really don't know much about the pancreas at all. But

that's just my opinion. Just be sure everything is documented well.

Even if your'e up to it, keep your own record of pain levels,

nausea, vomiting, stress, emotions, & what's happening in your

life. I didn that & it was a great tool for my doc when he diabnosed

my CP. Hope this helps in some way.

Hugs,

Deanna Tubb

New Mexcio PAI Rep