In the last two days I saw my T and pdoc. My T helped me understand what might be happening to me emotionally. My PTSD has been triggered. It was an intense conversation, but I felt better for it.

My pdoc explained how some people with long-term severe PTSD end up with illnesses like Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome as I have. He thinks my bad flare-up that has lasted nearly six months so far will ease with time if I rest, pace myself, and avoid stress where possible. He just can’t say when that will happen. He explained the physiological mechanisms behind the physical illnesses. Basically, high stress and trauma for prolonged periods wrecks your nervous system and endocrine system. I knew most of this but it was encouraging to hear some people have improved after being in my position.

On the plus side my emotions are calming down and I don’t need a med change. Unfortunately, I need to have blood tests for Lithium levels plus thyroid, liver and kidney function. Just another thing to add to the to do list. I feel more peaceful today, and a little more hopeful. I’m lucky to have such good professional support. After decades of crap support I know how important it is to have the right T and pdoc. They’ve saved my life.