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Old 03-04-2011, 05:59 PM
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I've had 26 years of this chronic pain, and believe me, we don't get support. It's just as simple as that. Our families think that we should do more because we'd "feel better." Or they think we should see "new doctors" because maybe we haven't had "enough done" yet. Or maybe buying a new outfit would make us feel better.

I've heard it all. I just refuse to listen anymore. I don't get support -- All I get are most suggestions about things that I've ALREADY DONE!!! I guess I'll have to write down every procedure I've had done and put it on the fridge. Maybe they'll leave me alone. I'll have to mail it to every friend/acquaintance too. People are always sending me newspaper articles about some "miracle cure."

The only support I get is from my BRA. Hugs, Lee
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