We all know that friendship is the surest way to overcome any evil, but did you know that it also affects the way you experience pain? There… Read more “Defeating Pain With the Power of… Friendship?”
Tag: depression
It’s Not All in Your Head; It’s All in Your Gut!
In college, I sought out a gastroenterologist for my lifelong tummy troubles that seemed to be getting worse. We did a billion tests and didn’t find anything… Read more “It’s Not All in Your Head; It’s All in Your Gut!”
Dry Mouth: Why This Common Side Effect Matters
Ah, side effects. The list of ailments you need to weigh against your current ailment to decide if a medication is right for you. So I’m sure… Read more “Dry Mouth: Why This Common Side Effect Matters”
Healthcare Pro Tip #1: Never Take the Last Appointment
This is the first post in maybe a series about things I have learned in my career as a person with incurable, chronic illness. I’ve had more… Read more “Healthcare Pro Tip #1: Never Take the Last Appointment”
Harry Potter and the Deathly Pandemic
In times of great uncertainty and fear, I always turn to the good book. I am talking, of course, about Harry Potter. I’ve been meaning to write… Read more “Harry Potter and the Deathly Pandemic”
Do I Look Sick? 