Aloha,

I decided to join this community because after browsing a bit, enjoyed the different forums and info shared. I have RSD (2yrs) and always looking for new info.

Aikane means FRIEND in Hawaiian.

How do I join a group, and where is the icon "join"???? Apologize if you c my posts in wrong places, learning the how to's and how to post, etc.

Little about me: Had a DVT (blood clot) from business travel that went undiagnosed for few months and now have nerve damage, valve damage and RSD. Had numerous problems with WC doc who didn't know what to do with worsening symptoms and wouldn't give me a dx bec actual clot was not seen on ultrasound. (Clots can be small and undetected on U/S, doesn't mean you don't have one). I am 42, mother of 5 (23, 22, 20, 17 and 9), I now only have the 2 youngest at home. Had no support from anyone, not even from husband. Had marriage issues before health issues and they made marriage worse. Separated few times, Last year, I shipped my bags and myself to Hawaii. This ended being the best "selfish thing" I did for my self because it had a positive impact on my health, etc. Husband after shock for my actions, had a wake up call, made changes; we both Listen and Learned and today, our marriage is on track and good. Returning to the mainland, has turned all good strides of my health downhill. More about me, c me on RSD forum.

Mahalo!!