kingabigail+FollowLiving with a 'No Pee' MysteryEver imagined going six years without peeing naturally? That's Anna Gray's world. Diagnosed with Fowler’s Syndrome, a rare condition where the bladder just stops working, Anna's journey has been tough. From hospitalization to a permanent catheter, she faces it head-on, raising awareness and connecting with others online. Her story is a reminder of resilience and the power of community. 🫶 #FowlersSyndrome #RaiseAwareness #ChronicIllness #CommunitySupport #Health429175Share
lindacarr+Followwhat they don't tell you about cancer treatmentThe brutal truth about my thyroid cancer journey isn't what you'd expect. While doctors promised I'd "return to normal," post-treatment reality includes persistent fatigue, brain fog, and medication side effects nobody warned me about. People's sympathy has an expiration date too. Initially supportive, they eventually expect you to function normally despite ongoing illness. TV portrays cancer patients as devastated or heroic, but my experience was different—just mild annoyance followed by frustration at how treatment diminished my quality of life. Anyone else has similar experiences as me? #CancerSurvivor #ChronicIllness #PatientAdvocacy #ThyroidCancer #HonestRecovery165126Share
grayamber+Followliving with illness: when family feels the painThe most unexpected part of having stage 4 cancer? How ordinary daily life remains. I still buy groceries, work, and pay bills like before. What's actually hardest isn't the disease itself (I feel physically fine despite what scans show), but watching my family process it—hearing my dad cry broke me. Anyone else feel guilty for the emotional burden your diagnosis places on loved ones, even though it's absolutely not your fault? #RareCancer #FamilySupport #CommunityStrength #ChronicIllness211Share
SizzleShade+FollowEver Heard 'But You Don’t Look Sick'?Ever get told you don’t look sick when you’re actually struggling? It’s wild how people judge based on appearances. I made some rage art today just to let out the frustration. Anyone else deal with this? #InvisibleIllness #ChronicIllness #ArtTherapy #Health #BodyHealth70Share
TwilightTiger+FollowAnyone else stuck between doctors' opinions?Ever feel like you're caught in the middle when doctors can't agree? One says my symptoms are all in my head, the other says they're not. It's exhausting and honestly makes me question everything. Anyone else dealing with mixed messages from professionals? How do you cope? #MentalHealth #ChronicIllness #DoctorStruggles #Health00Share
Lisa Ramirez+FollowThe Chronic Illness Trifecta No One’s DodgingDid you know over 133 million Americans are battling at least one chronic illness? Docs are calling out a 'trifecta'—diabetes, obesity, and hypertension—that’s hitting younger people than ever. The new MAHA report says our obsession with ultraprocessed foods and stressful lifestyles is making us sicker, even though we spend more on healthcare than anyone else. The wild part? Nearly 70% of kids’ calories come from junk food. Time to rethink those snack choices! #HealthCrisis #ChronicIllness #MAHAReport #Health8321Share
herreradennis+FollowWhen Chronic Illness & Depression CollideEver noticed how dealing with more than one health issue can seriously mess with your mood? New research says having multiple chronic conditions—like diabetes and heart disease—can more than double your risk of depression. Women with joint or bone problems are hit even harder. The wild part? It’s not just about biology; the stress of juggling so many health problems plays a big role too. Docs say it’s time to treat mental and physical health together, not separately! #MentalHealth #ChronicIllness #DepressionAwareness #Healthcare #Health00Share
Michelle Welch+FollowRA Patients Face Surprising Hospital RisksDid you know people with rheumatoid arthritis are way more likely to end up in the hospital for things like heart failure and pulmonary edema, even years after diagnosis? A big Canadian study found RA patients have a higher risk of avoidable hospitalizations, especially if they’re older or have other health issues. Turns out, having good access to primary care could make a huge difference in keeping these folks out of the ER! #RheumatoidArthritis #HealthNews #Hospitalization #ChronicIllness #Healthcare #Health11Share
john24+Follow3 Mom Lessons I Use to Tackle Parkinson’sEver get advice from your mom that sticks with you forever? Mine passed away when I was 17, but her wisdom still gets me through life with Parkinson’s. 1) March to your own drummer—even if you feel awkward, that’s what makes you interesting. 2) Energy is a gift—spend it on what matters, not nonsense. 3) Time doesn’t matter—enjoy every moment, because no one knows how much time we have. Moms really do know best! #Parkinsons #ChronicIllness #LifeLessons #MothersDay #MentalHealth #Health170Share
Charles Christensen+FollowRA Treatments: Big Wins & New HurdlesRA care has totally leveled up in the last 20 years—think better disease control, fewer steroids, and more people hitting remission. But here’s the twist: patients are older, have more health issues, and not everyone’s seeing those big functional gains, especially the elderly. Methotrexate use is down, and newer drugs are sticking around longer, but some folks still aren’t hitting their treatment goals. RA’s getting more manageable, but also way more complicated! #RheumatoidArthritis #HealthTrends #ChronicIllness #MedicalResearch #AgingPopulation #Health210Share
