Hi and Welcome Carrie,

My name is Loretta and I wanted you to know I'm happy you made your feelings known.
We need each other and all the comfort and encouragement, as well as the good feelings we ourselves have when we know we've been there for others on the forum. I always feel so good when I can share something that helps others. Ii've had this 12 years, wasn't diagnosed for 4-5 years. Just getting over some lesions for the first time. My husband is very supportive and daughter and son in law. And of course, Sabrina, my kitty. Please let us know how your recovery of the surgery is coming along. I had that when I was 13. -a tough one. Hope your system calms down soon. Take care, Loretta