In your best opinion and assessment, how much do you believe that two senior chronically ill persons need to live a reasonable quality of life in the United States of America? This is a serious and complex question if you will. Thanks in advance.

Diagnosed almost a year ago; was recently taken off meloxycam I was taking in the mornings due to potential for liver toxicity and put on an increased evening dose of gabapentin instead. Was already on Effexor for depression so that's stayed. But ever since the med switch I've been barely making it home from work before collapsing with exhaustion. The problem is in those hours from 4-7pm the dog is desperate to be walked (he refuses any walker but me, go figure), dinner needs to be made, etc… read more

I’m wondering if it’s just me, but I’m definitely getting worse. Year on year the pain, fatigue and quality of life seems to be getting worse. I know the fatigue is also linked to Rheumatoid Arthritis and low thyroid. But just feel too exhausted to keep fighting it. Does anyone else feel like that or is it just me? Lizzy

any one have good recelts with naltrexone

After years I asked my Doctor what she thought about medical Marijuana? Surprisingly she thought that it was a good idea. It’s the only thing that gives me a few hours of escape from my pain, depression and all of my Fibromyalgia companions that don’t allow me to live any resemblance to a life with quality.

I'm 19 years old, from Ireland. I cannot work due to pain and fatigue and a million other symptoms! I have no quality of life, no income and feel so alone as I can't live the life of a normal -19 year old!

Does anybody know any jobs that would be suitable for fibro sufferers? I have been waiting 5 months to hear back to see if I can qualify for disability allowance and when I ring they just keep saying it'll be another few months before I hear anything ( that's government in Ireland for you!!)… read more

I would like to hear from anyone in the USA for this question...IF you are living alone on SSI & Medicaid only. What is it like for you, and how do you manage?
Looking forward to hearing reality. Some if us may be facing this.

I told myself this year I am to take better care of myself!!! So far I've been very slow at it ( for obvious reasons) NO more excuses; I am my top priority!
So please tell me what it is that helps you feel better and relaxed or pampered??! Do you use expensive/quality shampoo conditioner??? Get you nails done??
Button line what's your "GO-To" for self care???? Beyond medication.