Hi Fran E,
Living with any chronic illness is a daily challenge. Although I don't experience some of your symtoms, I can relate and empathize with you on MANY levels.
You are not alone : ) Since life to me is such a priceless gift, I try to live with "the cards I've been dealt." Though each day presents new obstacles & many days I just don't even want to get out of bed, somehow my faith in God propels me TO GET UP - painful as that might be.
I know it's hard to be upbeat & positive when ANYONE feels so poorly. So,
I try to smile through the tears (though not always successful), and trust God for, "Just Enough Light For The Step That I'm On!"
I've been liviing with Lupus, Sjogren's, Fibromyalgia & CFS for years. Actual diagnosis was in 1981, but I believe it went undiagnosed for years.
I combine vitamin & mineral supplementation (after thorough reasearch on interactions with meds), along with following a trusted specialists recommendations. I combine natural & synthetic means to obtain my maximum
quality of life. I believe in researching everything that may be beneficial.
Natural supplementation has helped me out tremendously. But, what's good for one person may not be good for another. Research & being active in your own personal health problems is a VERY GOOD thing!
I could go on & on, but I'll spare you! I just want to ENCOURAGE YOU to hang in there & KEEP TRYING : ) Enjoy your good days & try to pace your activities. Best of wishes to you along your journey : )