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Sep 11, 2013, 05:25 PM
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Sorry I have been away. Our computer has been acting up and we don't always have internet anymore. I am finally on the WA state ABD program and had my phone interview with Social Security yesterday. My MRI shows DDD, Spinal Stenosis, and Thoracic Outlet. I also have a lot of arthritis. It is not surgical and so I have to go do another nerve conductive test and probably have cortisone injections. My mental health status is FRIED. I have had two people close to me commit suicide and my Dad had a brain tumor removed and is going through chemo and radiation. I am in pain all of the time now, the meds just take the edge off. I can not take anymore or it will make me sick. I have a great sensitivity to medicines. I would like to at least leave a positive note: I still have a roof over my head and food on the table and that is a lot more than some people do. I am grateful for my new medical insurance and pray that I may be approved for disability. Hope to be back soon!
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Sep 16, 2013, 04:43 PM
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I'm sorry you are in so much pain. Those cortisone injections helped my cevical stenosis. Good luck with that. Sorry to hear about your dad, I went through chemo, too and it is not any fun. Hope he is better soon. I, too, am greatful to have a roof over my head and food on the table. Wish I had health insurance, though.
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Sep 16, 2013, 05:01 PM
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Wow!
My friend, that would be a heavy burden to bear even for someone without a mental illness. The fact that you can see some bright spots in your life, even though the **** is raining down on you is an inspiration. Hold on to them and hang in there. We're all pulling for you.
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Sep 17, 2013, 01:01 AM
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Hi nice to see u! so sorry for the loss of ur friends
 heart breaking. and all the medical issues But ur hanging in there & quite impressive positive outlook - that is a beautiful & helpful resilient skill. Keep posting  
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