Annery

Chronic disease

Posted on 10/17/09, 09:44 am

Chronic diseasePosted on 10/17/09, 09:42 am
I am 27 years old and have been living with lympedema of both feet for the past 12 years. This is a condition that results from either chemotherapy or either one is born with it. I was born with under developed lymph system and that has resulted in the swelling of both of my feet and legs and it causes pain. Being a woman at that age with this condition has made my dating life sooo difficult. My boyfriend broke up with me 2 years ago because of my condition and have not dated ever since. I wonder if anyone will ever like me and knowing that i will be like that for the rest of my life ,it is killing,. I am so lonely everyone needs someone to love. The thought of starting a family one day scares because preganancy makes the condition worse. Is any one out there going through the same.

This condition had such a huge impact in my life. I feel like there is a void from within. My friends of the same age are either married or in a stable relationships.

Thank you for listening.

• Reply #1 10/18/09  2:38am
  
  ca0711
  We are always here to listen. I am so sorry for what you're going through. What kind of treatment are you getting? Is there a support group in your area with others who are going through the same thing? Are you able to work & go out with your friends? Sorry for all the questions. I'm just trying to get a better understanding for what you are going through.
  
  Take care,
  ...Royce
• Reply #2 10/18/09  10:24am
  
  Annery
  Thanks, yes i go for some therapy but my therapist does not know much about the condition since i am the first patient . I am part of the lymphedema network on DS. I learn one thing or two from there. I joined this group because i feel like getting more ideas on how people cope. Chronic disease can be depressing and i do not want to live my life depressed.
  
  
• Reply #3 10/25/09  1:25am
  
  ca0711
  You seem to have a positive attitude & that's the way to start. :-) You're right, some days are easier than others. I deal with chronic pain & fatigue. I have been having a tough time myself lately so I can really identify with you. It's like with anything else, just take it one day at a time. I take antidepressents but sometimes I swear it's just a sugar pill! I'm always hopeful that tomorrow will be better!
• Reply #4 10/26/09  3:36am
  
  Annery
  Yes i agree with you it is an uphill battle, but we have to try to stay on top of things and keep a positive attitude in life.
• Reply #5 10/26/09  10:55am
  
  ca0711
  Today is starting out to be a good day. I have many different chores to work on as I am able to. The priority is to try & finish the laundry. Unfortunately it means several trips up & down the stairs. But I'll do it as many times as I can. Then I will try to find something else to do. Or I could just take a nap! LOL Hope you have a good day!
  
  HUGS,
  ...Royce

This is for members who suffer from chronic non relenting pain and want to deal with it share their ideas their experiences in a positive forum. We can all learn from each other. Lets do it in a warm loving positive compassionate way. Thats what we all want need and are best at doing. We are positive people lets all keep it POSITIVE theres enough negativity in the world already. WELCOME