Tag: chronic pain
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Women’s Health: The Need for Change in Medical Treatment
Get Pregnant Fast In a distressing revelation, many women find their health concerns often dismissed by medical practitioners. The experience of author and advocate Sarah Thompson brings this issue to light. After enduring significant blood loss and overwhelming symptoms from a bleeding disorder, it took her 15 long years to receive a proper diagnosis. Her…
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Trump’s Stance on Opioids Ignores the Reality for Those Living with Chronic Pain
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent briefing in New Jersey on August 8, President Donald Trump labeled opioid medications as “no good,” suggesting that the way to tackle opioid addiction is by preventing initial usage. “The best way to prevent drug addiction and overdose is to prevent people from abusing drugs in the first place,”…
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The Reality of Living with Scoliosis
Get Pregnant Fast Life can change dramatically in just a day, often due to a single moment that alters everything. For me, that moment came 33 years ago when I received a diagnosis that would shape my existence: scoliosis. You might be curious about why this is significant. Scoliosis is relatively common, particularly among preteen…
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Lady Gaga Shares Heartfelt Letter Explaining Tour Cancellation Due to Chronic Pain
Get Pregnant Fast In a deeply emotional letter to her fans, pop sensation Lady Gaga has revealed the reasons behind her decision to cancel her tour. Last week, she took to Twitter to disclose her battle with fibromyalgia, a chronic condition that causes widespread pain and fatigue. While she has previously spoken about her struggles…
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5 Essential Insights About Living with Migraines
Get Pregnant Fast Living with migraines is often an invisible struggle, one that many may not recognize just by looking at me. For nearly half my life, I have battled this condition that is not only physically painful but also mentally taxing and emotionally exhausting. I’m aware that I’m not alone in this fight; millions…
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How Medical Marijuana Transformed My Chronic Illness Experience (And Made Me a Better Parent)
Get Pregnant Fast After a distressing incident that left my children frightened, I turned to medical marijuana to manage the chronic pain from my rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The night I frightened my kids is one I won’t forget. “Cuddle Bug!” I shouted to my youngest daughter, my lips exaggeratedly puckered. “Come give Mommy a big…
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Hey, You With an Invisible Illness: It’s Time to Stop Playing Superwoman and Speak Up
Get Pregnant Fast If you’re living with an invisible illness, I understand your struggle. Here’s a challenge for you: become a louder advocate for your health. And to those around you, you likely know one of these remarkable women. Listen closely. Superwoman: I recognize your incredible resilience in coping with pain, your ability to juggle…