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Hey everyone.

I am a new member here. I am , 28. I have moderate to severe chroninc

pain. Mostly in my legs, hips, thighs and feet. Though now is has gone to my

arms.

Been getting back pains as well. And headaches. I don't sleep at

night, 'cause of the pain. I sleep during the day, because of my meds that I am

on.

I am 6 different types of meds. I also suffer swelling in my thighs and legs and

ankels. I am on meds for that too.

I was just recently put on a mucsel relaxer. It's helping. It's for my back

mainly. I don't get out as I used to. But when I do, I come in major pain.

I only have a few friends that understand, though they don't have what I have. I

miss out on a lot because of this pain.

I used to be really active in my church, but now not so much becasue of the

pain. I can't sit for a long period of time or stand.

If I stand for too long, my feet/toes become numb. I have had this since 2003.

I am on SSI and DSHS. I don't work. I wish I did though. I hate it

when someone says, oh you'll be fine someday. OR if you just get out and about

you'll be ok. OR if you lose weight you'll be in less pain.

I hate those. Mostly comes from family members. They have NO idea the pain I am

in.

I also have mild depression. Had since last year. I write poetry. It's a MAJOR

passion and it is also therapy for me as well.

Anyway, I am glad that I am in a group of people who understand what I am going

through on a daily basics. When I am in severe pain, (which lasts up to 4 to 5

days) I am in bed.

I don't think about anything at all, other than the fact, I am

in pain. I stay away from water. 'cause it burns my skin.

I can't have anything on my lap. Or nothing touch my skin for that matter. I get

stingy pains as well. I am partielly deaf.

My parents have been so supportive since I have been disabled. So has my sister.

I have 2 brothers. One of them (he is 22) always says, you can do this, or you

know you can work or drive.

I hate it when he says that. Even though I know he means well. I get upset when

he says stuff like that. Because I KNOW I can't work or drive.

driving part, is I just dont' want to, period) I have a great support

system with my online friends and friends as well. But still, to talk to someone

who actually understands what your going through is nice. Anyway, hope to hear

from all of you soon.