Coping with illness

[Colleen1]

I could right a small book of miricles associated with the 3 years but it's still being written and I'm not ready to stunt what God has planned for us.

I hear you. The in between waiting time is rather unpleasant though. I'm in the middle of the 'battle' now here myself. Lot's going on and tons of paper work. Long story. Interesting to see how God makes these crooked roads straight. It's really too bad about your dream land. Sounds like you were able to find another nice spot. I hope things work out well there. I also hope the timing works out well with your health (replacements) and your business deals. Sounds like you could use a break to take care of yourself. With health issues, finances can be a worry. I'll continue to pray.

 

[Colleen1]

Dealing with health care can be one of the biggest stressors of being chronically ill. There are times I've contemplated giving up and saying why bother trying to go through this process. Some times health care can be harder on my health than it is healing. I was wondering if anyone would share their experiences and ideas of dealing with health care issues. Big things little things doesn't matter. In fact I think I will start a new thread.

 

[pumanator]

It brings you back to the basics...you wrestle not against flesh and blood but the enemy himself. You MUST place this at His feet everyday and every time it hits you hard. Then you must be like the widow before the unrighteous judge and keep appearing before them. I am getting the rotten runaround from work comp here but I must persist. You find a physician that will work with you and then the powers that be in charge of you benefits will hear from you as much as needed.

The bottom line is seek and you will find...He is looking to stretch us and draw us closer through these tough times...do not despair your redemption is nigh.

 

[Colleen1]

Yeah, we need to keep plugging away at life. Sounds like you the battle for benefits. Not fun. I will keep praying. My support / treatment plan is starting to get back on track. Seems like a blessing in disguise. Now i can focus more on prioritizing things my way / what i know works as opposed to trying to accomodate an undereducated assistant at the clinic. My health went quite low but doing better now. gotta follow our instincts. is our body after all and we've been dealing with these illnesses for years.

 

[Todd Grace]

I'm having a good deal of hip pain and numbness in my leg. I had an MRI about 2 years ago that was negative but the condition has worsened since and I can't sleep more than 3 hours at a time before I have to walk around because of the pain. It sucks.
On a great note though we got the contract for the movie option on my wife's book series so that's awesome. It's off to the lawyer now to hammer out details. If everything works out I'll be able to retire when the film is bonded for it's budget.
It couldn't happen soon enough.
Hope everyone is coping and making strides.
God Bless, Todd Grace

 

[Colleen1]

I'm having a good deal of hip pain and numbness in my leg. I had an MRI about 2 years ago that was negative but the condition has worsened since and I can't sleep more than 3 hours at a time before I have to walk around because of the pain. It sucks.
On a great note though we got the contract for the movie option on my wife's book series so that's awesome. It's off to the lawyer now to hammer out details. If everything works out I'll be able to retire when the film is bonded for it's budget.
It couldn't happen soon enough.
Hope everyone is coping and making strides.
God Bless, Todd Grace

Sorry you're going through pain. It's not easy. Can be rather discouraging. I'm glad the movie deal went well and that you'll get some time to take care of yourself. That will be nice.
I will continue to pray.

 

[Colleen1]

I would like to ask for prayer. I've been rather ill and i'm starting to get discouraged again. Long story short, I have 2 infections and now with taking the antibiotics I'm experiencing side effects and one of the side effects has cause a 3rd infection. Will be a while before I see my doctor. I'm basically getting what I need with my new doctor but he isn't very thorough and terribly aware so leaves me a bit concerned. Any way, just part of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Some times it's a constant berrage of symptoms and illness. If you could say a prayer that would be great. Take care.

 

[Colleen1]

And now i'd like to ask for prayer again. I have yet a 4th problem now. So this problem has caused a skin infection and i have a sinus infection and the antibiotic i'm taking for it have cause a 3rd infection. So i'm left with alot of stuff to do while being rather ill and on top of the 4 things i'm having more side effects with the antibotics which means 2 more meds. Feeling really tired and discouraged. I've already been referred to a specialist who deals with some Chronic Fatigue Syndrome patients and his work has to do with the immune system. So it's good timing I'm already referred but I don't know how long the waiting list is and iit's not even cerain i'll get in. Welcome to the 'world' of having Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Thanks for listening and praying. I continue to pray for you as well. Take care.

 

[pumanator]

Thyroid and immune system is common as we get older with physical probs...hope the doc as insight and will pray accordingly.

 

[Colleen1]

Thyroid and immune system is common as we get older with physical probs...hope the doc as insight and will pray accordingly.

Thanks. I hope you are doing okay. You've been in my prayers. Life can be frustrating. Thought I'd let you know that I'm feeling better and up and around like before. Well, today any way... so far. Thanks for letting me vent.

 

[Colleen1]

seems like the more you try to heal and actively get better the more difficult the health or disability benefits makes things. on one hand there's a push to get better but on the other hand they don't want to pay for the treatment or help needed. go figure. i know canadians aren't the only ones who have problems with their health care. being chronically ill isn't just difficult because we're ill, it's difficult because we have a whole lot of paper work, red tape and some difficult people to deal with and it's usually when we feel most ill. There lies many of the stressors.

 

[Colleen1]

Well, I was completely exhausted yesterday. Standing for any length of time was impossible. Several near repeated fainting spells and again the typical bruising has arrived that no one can explain. My body was so fatigued it was shaking. Again with an air purifier in my room and the door closed, I was still only able to get about 5 hours of sleep. Very discouraged and overwhelmed. Had errands to do this morning and needed quick healthy food on hand so I decided to go. After half an hour, again several repeated near fainting spells. Was happy to get fresh air and not be isolated but very discouraged all the same. The feeling of being incapable of caring for one's self is disconcerting. There are very many crooked roads that need to be made straight and need the Holy Spirit's direct intervention. Feeling helpless. Please pray.

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[Colleen1]

 

[pumanator]

continued prayers. migraines for me are becoming the norm and missing work...not sure how much longer I can hang in. will be trying to go back to PT and home PT in the coming weeks...last best chance to stay on the job. I understand the feeling of being overwhelmed with things that need done and can't "gitterdone"

 

[Colleen1]

continued prayers. migraines for me are becoming the norm and missing work...not sure how much longer I can hang in. will be trying to go back to PT and home PT in the coming weeks...last best chance to stay on the job. I understand the feeling of being overwhelmed with things that need done and can't "gitterdone"

Thank you for your prayers. I truly appreciate them. There has been a remarkably incredible answer to prayer that God was working out before I even asked for help. This has taken a whole lot of pressure off concerning certain issues but there are a whole lot of stressors that still remain that have / are taking their toll on my health. So thank you so much for understanding. Yet, at the same time I'm sorry to hear that you have to experience these things. It sure isn't easy. Can be so disconcerting to struggle so when we have to deal with the practicalities of life. Take care and I continue to pray for you as well. God bless!

 

[Colleen1]

Feeling blessed for feeling peace during turmoil.

Psalm 139:5-6 & 17-18
5 You hem me in behind and before,
and you lay your hand upon me.
6 Such knowledge is too wonderful for me,
too lofty for me to attain.
...
17 How precious to me are your thoughts,[a] God!
How vast is the sum of them!
18 Were I to count them,
they would outnumber the grains of sand—
when I awake, I am still with you.
Beautiful- Kari Jobe - YouTube


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[Colleen1]

WHAT A LIFE...

National Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Awareness Day is May 12!
A podcast worth listening to:
Invisible Disabilites | Radio | Joni and Friends

 

[drjean]

 

[pumanator]

Love Joni and Friends...we support her when we can and if I ever start a study for folks like us I will use her outline for the group.

 

[Colleen1]

Love Joni and Friends...we support her when we can and if I ever start a study for folks like us I will use her outline for the group.

Ah, cool! She is sincere, understands and has some good resources. I hope you've been doing well....or as well as can be expected.