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Posted 12/21/2014 5:17 AM (GMT 0)
Hello all! I have been a member of this site for some time, but rarely post. I have Fibro and RA, and have a husband with Crohns. His diagnosis is what led me to HealingWell in the first place, about 7 years ago.

Re-introducing myself I guess because I probably will start posting here. I have seen how wonderfully supportive and caring the members are here and boy, don't we all need that!

Feels good to finally post something after such a long time here.
Posted 12/21/2014 5:48 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome to the "oohh, what now?" Club.
It's good to meet you.

I also have RA. I've given up trying to figure out what's causing the pain. I just taken the symptoms as they roll along. ;/
Posted 12/21/2014 6:01 AM (GMT 0)
Joy, I so hear that! I was dx'd with RA first and took so many meds and still felt like crap. Saw a different doc in the practice and she said, no I think your main problem is Fibro...

She does think I have RA too, but she feels that my main issues are Fibro related. When I am good about taking my meds, I feel good. Problem is, I am THE WORST when it comes to taking pills...I've made it a goal for 2015 to be 90% compliant with meds :) not gonna set myself up for the fail if I try for 100%...I know myself too well.

I no longer try to figure out what the pain is from, I just shrug my shoulders and go "it's the RAbro acting up again".

theresa
Posted 12/21/2014 6:48 AM (GMT 0)
Welcomeand merry christmas , great place for support
Posted 12/21/2014 1:23 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome to the forum Theresa...

Glad you are joining in. You will find a lot of support here!!!

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 12/21/2014 2:33 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome Theresa! !!
It sure sounds like you have a terrific attitude with this condition and honestly that's the most important part of dealing with it. Positivity breeds content. Well. ..not always but ya keep trying. Glad you're here. Hope you're enjoying your weekend. Look forward to you sharing your experiences!

Enjoy your Sunday
Michael
Posted 12/21/2014 9:47 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome! Your right this is a great place for support! I have been here a few years and I just love this forum. I have learned a wealth of info and now I am putting it to use. My health has turned around to the best due to learning how to manage my fibro. I think the support really plays a part into your improvement too. Everybody encourages you to do things that you might of not done due to the chronic pain. Then you feel so good afterwards on your achievements.

Feel free to ask questions or if you just need some support please ask. I have learned more here then my Dr's ever shared with me about fibro. I think it should be mandatory for them to be part of something like this. This way they could help improve their patients health and well being. Lol.

We can be a little slower on weekends and holidays, but usually we are a very active forum. I hope you get as much as I have out of it. So glad you decided to way in. See you around the forum.
Posted 12/21/2014 10:57 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, Theresa, and welcome! I was a lurker when I first came to HealingWell. I'm glad I decided to jump in and I'm glad you decided to, also. We have wonderful members who love to help one another and, as a bonus, we really do care about each other too. I think you will like it here.

I have Crohn's, a form of arthritis, and a few other goodies. I don't try to figure out what is causing my discomfort. Instead I try to find what will help it go away. turn I've been pretty successful at that and once I got in control of the pain, I've had a full and enjoyable life in spite of this illness. I always try things, even if I think I can't do them and end up surprising myself 95% of the time. I usually can find ways to work about fibro to do the things I want to do.

If you haven't already be sure to read Fibro 101...the first thread on the forum. There are good links about fibro and you will learn a lot there. You might even find things that will help you so do read it.

I'm looking forward to getting to know you better. Don't hesitate to ask questions because we are here to help you. Hope to hear more from you soon.

Sherrine
Posted 12/23/2014 12:04 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome, Theresa. Glad you felt comfortable posting.
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