Guest guest Posted November 2, 2003 Report Share Posted November 2, 2003 , You wrote, " I have found myself ready to pass out in the grocery store from the pain. " Your comment about almost passing out in the grocery store reminded me to share that on more than one occasion I have taken advantage of the motorized shopping carts available for the handicapped patrons of grocery stores and other stores, such as Walmart, Target, etc. I was so embarrassed the first time I had to use it, but there was no way I could have done my grocery shopping, otherwise. I have also read a few posts talking about the use of other handicapped services i.e.; handicap parking tags. I applied for and received a handicap parking tag shortly after I was diagnosed and following my Distal Pancreatectomy. It isn't so much of an application, as it is a form to be completed by the physician. The tag I hang from my mirror is good for five years. It certainly was a lesson in humility. I am ashamed to admit that I have uttered under my breath comments about people using them that looked fine to me. Today, I certainly understand invisible illnesses. Karyn E. , RN Executive Director, PAI http://www.pancassociation.org Pancreatitis Association International Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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