Hi d.o.a, try to remember, remember, remember that the effects of this aren't anything YOU are doing, NONE of it is deliberate, so why should YOU be so ashamed of the effects?? They're out of your control.
And if anyone "disapproves" well..........tough (for them!!) !!!!
Something medical like that doesn't need to define you..........and anyone who can't see past that, well it's their loss.
Now, remember you're more than something your body does........there's a whole person behind that........a person that holds much more importance than a physical reaction/effect.
And friends..........if they're going to "look down" on you because of that.......well they aren't true friends. And in that case you just up your standards on who you're going to call "friends" hey??
True friends aren't going to behave that way!!!
And I am really sorry if it's physically limiting you as it can sometimes do
But maybe have a look into some more areas where it might not be so limiting........because you do deserve (absolutely deserve!!) as many opportunities out there which can still make you feel fulfilled.
If a job's out of the question right now........maybe a few hours voluntary work here and there..........and you could still explain (without embarrassment!!) the problems you may have.
For socializing........maybe there are different activities/places that may be a bit more "accommodating"...........
Maybe more of a look at what might be possible.........because you are more than your body!!!

Alison