Weakness... and I'm tired of the pain...

Sunday, I didn't want to do anything... I pretty much laid in bed all day because I felt so weak. Like I could hardly grab anything... or move...

It seemed not to bother me Monday, though. I didn't have any weakness. And I went swimming... to try and see if maybe that would help the pain in my joints...

Today, I feel really weak again... And the pain in my hips and knees is so bad... I don't want to do anything. I didn't go to class today because it hurts so much and I feel so weak... and now, I'm really depressed.

I feel like I'm falling apart... What is wrong with me? Why can't I feel like a normal person? I just want to feel normal again... :(

*I'm going to do some research on my sleeping medicine.... Vistaril... maybe the weakness is a side effect...*

I'm trying... it's just so hard...

Anyway, I can't find anything that says Vistaril can cause weakness as a side effect...

I know prednisone can, but I've been on prednisone for a long time and I've never had weakness before... //@.@\\'...

Celey, There is a delicate balance between staying fit and overdoing. You will learn your tolerance for exertion and that will help you avoid the big swings in energy. It is good to be active when you can . . . but overdoing can be a big no-no if you are trying to recover from a flare. I hope some rest will have you back to the swimming pool soon!! Your really will learn a new normal and all will seem better again. Its just a lot to take in until you figure out a few things. Blessings!

 

     Celey,

     Have you been tested (however that is done!) for Fibromyalagia(sic)? Sounds sort of like those symptoms. But like a couple of other Crohnies noticed it sounds like depression along with fatique. Be careful with the excercise until you build up your strength, ok? I know it takes time. But God knows. I've done it 2 or 3 times in the past.

    Take care & consider that advice about counseling, its good.

    Sincerely,

    Matthew

Hi Celey Sounds like your still having lots of joint pain wish I could give you the answers your looking for. When is your next GI appointment? I just got the pool here filled so will soon be swimming myself. Hope the water warms fast. Do you take calcium for the bones? I feel the same as you do about the body aches I'am having. Better days ahead I hope . Get back to the DR. and keep pushing for answers and I know your tired of trying but don't stop now. How much pred. are you on now? lol gail

Hi Great you going down on the pred. Swimming is suppose to be easy on the joints golly I hope it will help me. I find I'am not bad if I keep going but find it hard to get up after sitting .You said your weak are you eating? The calcium should be good for you. So what did you do today? Did you find the cunselling helpful. lol gail

Hey Celey, you sound like you could have mono??? Just a wonder because it is spreading amongst young people these days. Talk to your counselor and see what happens. Cheer up there, tomorrow is another day!