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Boobrry

Female, 19, VA

Member since April 6
is feeling OK
About Me
I don't really know what to say about myself. I'm a college student, I suppose that I'm a freshman. I had to withdraw from my first year of college, so I get confused on whether I'm a sophmore or freshman. I love animals, and just became a vegetarian several months ago. If you have any questions I would be happy to answer them!
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- Stressed
  
  April 19, 2008 6:55pm
  
  Ahh!!! I can't wait until this week is over! I can't take all this stress with exams. I have exams to study for and projects to finish, and I …
- Setback
  
  April 15, 2008 11:59am
  
  I had a setback in my walking schedule last night. I think the increase stress of the walking and school is coming together to have ill affects on my …
- Up to 15 minutes!
  
  April 14, 2008 7:37am
  
  Since saturday of this past week I have been walking 15 minutes once a day. I am still planning on walking an extra five minutes every week, until I …
- Uhhh...
  
  April 11, 2008 5:07pm
  
  The countdown to the end of the semster is here, and I can't wait! However, with the end of the year also comes the stress of exams and final …
- Home!
  
  April 7, 2008 12:19pm
  
  I got from school a little while ago. I only had one class English, we spent the whole hour discussing one story, but it was an amusing story. The …
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  From Deb115 April 15
  
  Welcome to the positive Chronic pain group.glad you joined us,Hugs,Deb
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get rid of power scooter

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10 %

Goal End Date is May 31, 08 99 days ago.

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- Close Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
  I was diagnosed with CFS when I was 13. Its now been seven years, and I am now 19.
  Treatments
  
  Cymbalta Not Working
  
  I'm no longer on medication but when I was, I was on so many I didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Lexapro Working / Worked
  
  Yes, no so much with CFS but it helps with my anxiety issues.
  
  Paxil Not Working
  
  I'm no longer on medication but when I was, I was on so many I didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Physical Therapy Working / Worked
  
  I find it very helpful it helps with the pain. However I have to go once every other week and if I skip an appointment I really feel it.
- Close Fibromyalgia
  I was diagnosed with CFS/FM at the age of 13. I'm now a 19 year old.
  Treatments
  
  Aqua Therapy Not Working
  
  I tried water aerobics early on, it wasn't aggresive, I mean ninety year olds could do it no problem. However, it was too exhausting and the old men in the pool made me nervous.
  
  Cymbalta Not Working
  
  I'm no longer on medication but when I was, I was on so many I didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Effexor Not Working
  
  I'm no longer on medication but when I was, I was on so many I didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Heat Working / Worked
  
  It helps, as long as its not too hot which can cause burns. It can be very soothing.
  
  Lyrica Not Working
  
  I'm no longer on medication but when I was, I was on so many I didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Neurontin Not Working
  
  I was on it a few years ago, it caused rapid weight gain. The rapid wieght gain cause a liqued tumor to push down on my retinas, and now I have several blind spots.
  
  TENS Somewhat Helpful
  
  I used a TENS unit several years ago, it worked for a while. Then, it caused more pain than it was worth.
  
  Vitamin B12 Working / Worked
  
  I'm no longer on medication but when I was, I was on so many I didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Zanaflex Working / Worked
  
  I'm no longer on medication but when I was, I was on so many I didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Physical Therapy Working / Worked
  
  It helps ease the pain however if I miss a week it really affects me.
- Open Chronic Pain
  I was diagnosed with FM and CFS when I was 13, and not a day has gone by since than when I have not had pain. I am now 19 years old, and all in all despite my illnesses I live as normal a life as possible.
  Treatments
  
  Cymbalta Not Working
  
  I am no longer on medication, but when I was, I was on so many that didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Heat Working / Worked
  
  Heat does help ease my pain, I just have to watch it because sometime I'll turn the shower up to hot and scold myself, or leave a heating pad onto long.
  
  Lyrica Not Working
  
  I am no longer on medication, but when I was, I was on so many that didn't know what was working and what wasn't.
  
  Meditation Considering
  
  I am going to try yoga and meditation this summer.
  
  Naproxen Not Working
  
  Not really
  
  Neurontin Not Working
  
  I was on it several years ago. It caused me to gain a lot of wieght.
  
  Physical Therapy Working / Worked
  
  Yes, I love my PT. However, if I miss a week I really feel it.
  
  TENS Not Working
  
  It worked for a while, but then caused more pain then it was worth.
  
  Topamax Not Working
  
  It helped with anxiety but other than that I don't think it really worked.
- Open Anxiety
  I've had social anxiety issues since early childhood, however I just got up the nerve a couple months ago to get diagnosed. I am now recieving treatment, which seems to be working.
  Treatments
  
  Lexapro Working / Worked
  
  It seems to help me a little bit, I still geet slight attacks but its better than it was.
  
  Meditation Considering
  
  I would like to start meditation and yoga this summer.
  
  Xanax Not Working
  
  I don't remember.
  
  Zoloft Not Working
  
  I was on it for allergies, not anxiety.
  
  EMDR Working / Worked
  
  It seems to be working but I just started it so well see.
- Open Food Allergies
  Type of allergy: Other Foods
  I was diagnosed with a dairy allergy, several years ago.
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  Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Working / Worked
  
  It seems to work pretty well. I don't have headaches as much, and I don't get as sick.
- Open Vegetarians & Vegans
  Type: Ovo vegetarianism (No meat or dairy)
  I've only been a vegetarian for about four or five months. However, I've been dairy free for several years, because of allergies. I later gave up meat because I felt guilty while eating my meals. I hope to become vegan in a few years.
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  Patience Working / Worked
- Open Abstinence & Celibacy
  I'm not what I would considerto be a religious person. I just want to wait until I feel its right. I'm not in a hurry.
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- Positive chronic pain sufferers
  
  Member since April 15, 2008
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