Our weather dropped from the 90’s into the 60’s after wind blew a cold front into the Las Vegas Valley. Two things that affect my Meniere’s and Fibromyalgia… really most of my illnesses is weather and pressure changes. Wind in particular will give me a migraine, dizziness and vertigo. This time I didn’t get aContinue reading “Weather Changes”
Author Archives: My Crazy Life
My sweet little vampire cat has been missing for over a week. We’ve looked everywhere. Followed up on leads. No Blaze anywhere. I don’t really have the words to explain how much her absence has affected me. There is a void in my life. I hope someone sees one of my posters and returns her.Continue reading
Fibro Flare
Last weekend’s trip has taken a toll on me. Combine that with my rationing my Advair to make a weeks worth last a month, I still haven’t recovered. Fibromyalgia reared its ugly head and my entire body is tender and sore. We got home late on Tuesday, I was planning on staying at the houseContinue reading “Fibro Flare”
Brain Fog
What is brain fog? Here is a definition from Google: Brain fog is characterized by confusion, forgetfulness, and a lack of focus and mental clarity. This can be caused by overworking, lack of sleep, stress, and spending too much time on the computer. Brain fog is one of the most frustrating parts of being chronicallyContinue reading “Brain Fog”
Think Positively
If I had a penny for every time someone told me to think positively, I’d be rich. And if positive thinking could actually cure me I wouldn’t have a chronic debilitating disease and other issues. Unfortunately it is not a cure. And all people actually accomplish is to make me feel bad that I amContinue reading “Think Positively”
Insomnia
I usually wake up frequently and have trouble falling asleep at night. I’ve tried many things to improve. Melatonin, Relaxation, Exercise, Trazodone… I have been doing better most nights. Last night I couldn’t sleep. I rested which will help me get through the day. I do not know what brought this on. Facty Health hasContinue reading “Insomnia”
Listen to your body…
One thing I have learned in the 20+ years of dealing with chronic illnesses is to listen to my body. I know if I push things it will get worse. I have lots of good days, since I learned this. As a result my downtime has lessened. Because I don’t have a job, I canContinue reading “Listen to your body…”
Listen to your body…
One thing I have learned in the 20+ years of dealing with chronic illnesses is to listen to my body. I know if I push things it will get worse. I have lots of good days, since I learned this. As a result my downtime has lessened. Because I don’t have a job, I canContinue reading “Listen to your body…”
Everything’s Connected
I have mentioned that our air quality has been poor due to smoke drifting into our valley. This has not only affected my breathing, but my allergies too. Throw in Meniere’s Disease vertigo and I hit the trifecta. My usual allergy meds helped my sneezing, but I still managed to cough up gunk. So definitelyContinue reading “Everything’s Connected”
The Day After
Wow after being out in the smoky air on Tuesday evening, I have felt like I cannot breathe. My lungs felt tight and my throat was raspy at least it felt that way. I stayed in all day. Used my inhaler to no avail. Finally before going to bed I used my nebulizer. Hopefully, IContinue reading “The Day After”
