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Category Archives: Chronic Illness and Pain
4 Emotional Challenges of Living With Psoriatic Arthritis
When I mention psoriatic arthritis, people usually think about joint pain and rashes, not emotional challenges. In my latest article for Healthgrades, I share four of those emotional challenges and the effect they have on my life.
My Chronic Life September 2021 Update
My chronic life update for September 2021. How I managed living with fibromyalgia, psoriatic arthritis, and other fun stuff nobody should ever have to experience.
What My Worst Fibromyalgia Flare Symptoms Feel Like
The Disabled Diva shares what her worst fibromyalgia flare symptoms feel like from head to toe. Plus how each flare-up varies.
After Hysterectomy Endometriosis Symptoms And Problems, My Never-Ending Nightmare
The after hysterectomy endometriosis symptoms and problems that have made my life a living nightmare.
Why This Chronically Ill Wheelchair User Stopped Attending Church In Person
Attending church as a chronically ill wheelchair user is difficult for many reasons. Accessibility is just one of the challenges, here are more!
My Chronic Pain Management Reboot Recap For August 2021 – Fibromyalgia And Psoriatic Arthritis
My pain management July recap. How I managed chronic pain from fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis.
Disabled Diva Instagram Featured Chronic Pain And Lifestyle Products 2021 List
The Disabled Diva shares chronic pain and lifestyle products from her Instagram stories and feed for 2021. New products are added weekly.
10 Best Stretches To Do In A Hot Tub For Fibromyalgia Pain Relief
10 Best warm water stretches for fibromyalgia pain relief that can be done in a hot tub or spa.
3 Ways A Fibromyalgia Diagnosis Made My Life A Chronic Illness Nightmare
My fibromyalgia diagnosis is a blessing and a curse. Here are three ways it has turned my life into a chronic illness nightmare.
Fibromyalgia Diagnosis Checklist: 30 Things You Need To Know About This Chronic Illness
Every patient should be given a fibromyalgia diagnosis checklist to help them understand and make it easier to navigate life with this chronic illness.
6 Impressive Benefits of Using Cannabis for Psoriatic Arthritis
Here are six reasons that I have been using cannabis to combat psoriatic arthritis pain since 2013 and have no plans of stopping.
My Chronic Pain Management Reboot Recap For July 2021 – Fibromyalgia And Psoriatic Arthritis
My pain management July recap. How I managed chronic pain from fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis.
One Psoriatic Arthritis Diagnosis Should Have Been Enough, Why It Was Not
One psoriatic arthritis diagnosis should have been enough. How I ended up getting diagnosed three times and what to do if it happens to you!
5 Best Electric Power Folding Wheelchairs For Indoor and Outdoor Use
5 Best electric power folding wheelchairs that can be used indoors and outdoors! Helping the chronically ill maintain mobility and independence.
My Chronic Pain Management Reboot Recap For June 2021 – Fibromyalgia And Psoriatic Arthritis
Press play to listen to My Chronic Pain Management Reboot Recap For June 2021 – Fibromyalgia And Psoriatic Arthritis or continue reading. Woo hoo!!!! I have made it halfway through 2021 and am fairing better than I was this time last year! This time last year, my days and nights were spent lying in bedContinue reading “My Chronic Pain Management Reboot Recap For June 2021 – Fibromyalgia And Psoriatic Arthritis”
6 Types Of Cooling Products To Help You Stay Cool In The Heat This Summer
Press play to listen to 6 Cooling Products To Stay Cool In The Heat This Summer or scroll to continue reading. Like it or not, sweltering temperatures are on their way! Living with chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia and autoimmune arthritis is not easy. There are so many things that can trigger our symptoms. Temperature isContinue reading “6 Types Of Cooling Products To Help You Stay Cool In The Heat This Summer”
Can Cats Detect Illness In Humans? This One Detected Mine Better Than Any Doctor!
Can Cats Detect Illness In Humans is available in both audio and written formats—press play to listen or scroll to continue reading. Earlier this week, my feline fur baby Rocky passed away. He was 21 years old. Rocky was more than a pet. He, as my daughter and I joked, was my soul cat! IContinue reading “Can Cats Detect Illness In Humans? This One Detected Mine Better Than Any Doctor!”
Cannabis Relieves Fibromyalgia Pain Better Than Opioids In 4 Fascinating Ways
Cannabis Relieves Fibromyalgia Pain Better Than Opioids In 4 Fascinating Ways is available in both audio and print. Listen in or continue reading. The first time I tried medical marijuana for fibromyalgia pain was in 2012. I experienced relief that pharmaceutical pain medications had failed to produce since receiving my diagnosis in 2003. There areContinue reading “Cannabis Relieves Fibromyalgia Pain Better Than Opioids In 4 Fascinating Ways”
How a Mobility Aid Can Help With Psoriatic Arthritis
There are many reasons you may need a mobility aid like a wheelchair with psoriatic arthritis–and they might not be what you think. Find out what they are and how they can help you.