Hi Nancy,

I have RSD in my left leg and both arms. I developed it when I was 12 years old and am now 14. Like you, I also have problems with my emotional state. I always used to be the 'happy go lucky' child before RSD but now, I am always very emotional.

I tend to flip out at the slightest things and have mood swings all the time! I also find myself crying a lot and just generally feeling down.

When my mum mentioned it to my doctor, he told her that it was common with RSD as it affects the Limbic part of your brain which affects mood etc, though he did say in my case it could be worse because of my age and hormones etc.

Do you see a Psychologist at all? They can be helpful sometimes in helping you work through your anger, mood etc. I have a Psychologist but she is 4 hours away from me unfortunately so I can't see her that often but I have her email address and she has helped me quite a bit. I still get very frustrated and pretty depressed but it isn't quite as bad as what it used to be thankfully.

I'm sorry you have to deal with this also!! I think it is a very common symptom of RSD and most sufferers suffer from it unfortunately. I hope you start feeling better soon and if you ever need anyone to talk to, please know that I am here for you!!

Alison