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    About Me

    I am deaf and disabled and have some health issures. I am caring girl that likes to make friends where ever i go. I am also quite chatty as well. I also am very good at Art which i like to stain galss on paper. I like to listen to music and go on my computer.

    Interests

    I like swimming, doing my art, going on my computer. I also like to go out with friends and i like going to the theatre. I also love watching my DVD's

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      • Journal Entry for December 23, 2007

        Mood December 23, 2007 3:19pm

        Yesterday i went to a family birthday meal in London and it was my Aunt's birthday and i gave her some smelley's for her. She loved it …

      • Journal Entry for December 7, 2007

        Mood December 7, 2007 3:08am

        Friday 7th Dec

        For the last few weeks it's been hell for me as i had real big problems with my tinnitus but now it had settled down. I had to go …

      • Journal Entry for November 24, 2007

        Mood November 24, 2007 1:51pm

        I haven't been writing in here for ages so i make a start with what been going on.I have had bad and good days but not so much of the bad …

      • Journal Entry for July 9, 2007

        Mood July 9, 2007 4:12am

        Well i have been feeling pretty good for the last week or so as i think my body is slowly beginning to relax a little. I think the tiredness comes …

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        From Eeyore7 October 8

        Me and little Chloe are fine. I have a councelling session next month as i'm getting night mares about the abuse.

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        From Eeyore7 October 8

        Hi, how are you?

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        From whyme26 August 3

        Hi heres a hug 4 u too ;) Things up and down. I stopped seeing prof Davies as i didnt find him useful for me - the injections he gave me didnt do anything. Has he managed to help u?

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        From nickyj18022002 August 1

        Thx for the hug. i am ok. Had an appt at a pain management clinic today and got some new medication and referral for physiotherapy so hoping it will make a difference. how are things with you?

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        From nickyj18022002 August 1

        Thx for the hug. i am ok. Had an appt at a pain management clinic today and got some new medication and referral for physiotherapy so hoping it will make a difference. how are things with you?

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      • Close Fibromyalgia

        Hi there, My name is Nicky and i have a hearing impairment. I also suffer from health problems such as an underactive thyroid,muscle and body pains, Tinnitus and so on.....

        Treatments

        Acupuncture Too Soon to Tell
        Well i have only had 2 treatments so far so i might have to give it time. I did have it done on my lower back as that is getting a bit better.
        Chiropractic Adjustment Working / Worked
        I have been seeing a chiroprator for about 6 years now and i do find some of the treatments i get does help ease the pains in my body.
        Naproxen Working / Worked
      • Close Tinnitus

        Hi, My name is Nicky and i have suffered from tinnitus for many years. When my hearing dropped about 6 years ago i developed tinnitus in the right ear. I have been good about the tinnitus for a few years after it happened and the it just got worst over the years.I am also deaf as well so i have a lot to deal with.

      • Open Hypothyroidism

        Hallo all I have Hypothyroidism and iam on 50 mcg a day for the moment. I am also deaf in both ears from birth and suffer tinnitus badly.

        Treatments

        Synthroid Working / Worked
        I am ok at the moment but i still suffer from aches and pains pretty bad.
      • Open Cerebral Palsy

        I have mild Cerebral Palsy from birth which affects my balance and co-ordation. In the past i was ok with my CP but now i am getting alot of muscles pain in the body. It started off with my knees then went to my upper back,neck and shoulders before making it's way down to the lower back,buttocks,hips and the legs.

        Treatments

        Massage Working / Worked
        It does help in a way but my whole body is just so tight.
        Chiropractic Adjustment Working / Worked
        It is helping but not as much as i have hoped so far.
      • Open Hearing Loss & Deafness
        Type: Sensorineural (Profound)

        I was born deaf and i have also suffered from tinnitus for many years. Since my hearing went down in the year 2000 i have been struggling to come to terms with my hearing loss and i still do now.

      • Open Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

        I may have CFS or not but i have suffered alot of muscle pain, Tiredness and so on.... I don't get on well with the heat or the cold? I also have a hearing loss and tinnitus to.

        Treatments

        Acupuncture Not Working
        Made me feel really bad after my last session.
        Reiki Considering
      • Open Chronic Pain

        I have suffered from a lot of aches and pains for about 7 years now on and of. All i know is i have a wear and tear in the lower back. Now i don't know what the reason for this.

        Treatments

        Acupuncture Working / Worked
        But very slowly at the moment
        Chiropractic Adjustment Somewhat Helpful
        It is doing me good but once i have the treatment, I am in pain a few days later
      • Open Sports Injuries
        Type: Achilles Tendinitis

        For the last 2 months i have had Tendinitis at the back of the heal. I am having treatment such as sports massage and it's helping a little

        Treatments

        Heat Working / Worked
        I try and have hot baths every night the heat doesn help me for a short while.
        Ice Pack Working / Worked
        Works for the pain and swelling
        Physical Therapy Working / Worked
        I think this will give me time for this to work.
        Swimming Working / Worked
        I try and go once-twice a week to help me with my foot
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