Many people with invisible illnesses often make an effort to smooth their hair, conceal tired eyes, and apply a little makeup, regardless of how they feel. This becomes their mask, the "war paint" they wear to face the world. However, there are days when putting on that mask feels impossible, and on those days, they… Continue reading Unveiling Invisible Illnesses – War Paint
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Everything Is Going To Be Fine
Everything Is Going To Be Fine Talking to certain friends can be very difficult or even stressful. I’ve learned that not all friends are cut out for every conversation. Some friends are there for the fun moments, chatting about crushes, making silly jokes, or discussing the latest drama. That’s great and it’s nice to have… Continue reading Everything Is Going To Be Fine
Unveiling Invisible Illnesses – Endometriosis
Laura Kay Halcom from Rockledge, Florida is 1 of 10 who struggle with endometriosis, a painful disorder in which the tissue that grows on the lining of your uterus spreads to other organs like the fallopian tubes and ovaries. With no way to exit the body like normal menstruation, the tissue becomes trapped and causes… Continue reading Unveiling Invisible Illnesses – Endometriosis
How To Be There For Someone With A Chronic Illness
Understanding invisible illness and how to show support
Day 5 Postoperative Pacemaker Update
The past couple of days have been rough. I have been having PACs, which feel like extra heart beats and bouts of Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia. I have had these issues prior to the pacemaker that I just got on June 8th (2017) but was unable to take medication due to chronic Bradycardia, a slow heart rate.… Continue reading Day 5 Postoperative Pacemaker Update
What is normal? Living with Chronic Illness: My Journey to Finding Answers and Healing
Living with Chronic Illness: My Journey to Finding Answers and Healing Throughout my entire life, I’ve been living with chronic ailments. I vividly remember being in grade school, screaming in pain from stomach issues that no one seemed to understand. When I was seven years old, I’d run around playing, and my heart would race… Continue reading What is normal? Living with Chronic Illness: My Journey to Finding Answers and Healing