Sorry that you're going through a rough patch Erin. I sure can empathize with symptoms not letting up at times, as can most of us here; but then again, that can often be the nature of this stupid disease.

Please don't be concerned about what others may think with respect to whether what you are experiencing is real or not. Some folks just can't accept how things are without imputing their own take on it. I find that validating such imputations by even acknowledging them doesn't help anyone and can lead to more frustration but so does blaming others for our situation. True it can be isolating but we need to take care of our own needs as best we can, even when faced with little support from others.

To that end, can you maybe get involved in an interest to distract your mind's attention from the symptoms? Maybe watch a movie or documentary, take a course on line or something of that nature? I am also wondering if you might be able to get a pet of some sort to keep you company, especially for times like now when you are feeling alone.

Sending .
With love, Erika